02 Dec 1954
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Newspaper
Clare Sentinel
Location
Clare, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1954
Page
1
The Clare Public Schools launch a series explaining the Adult Evening Education program now in its fifth year. Classes in ten weeks cover nine areas with twenty courses, focused on skills, leisure, and social growth for adults in Clare and surrounding areas.
Michigan State Police backs Keep Five Alive for S D Day Safe Driving Day set for December 15. Sergeant Guy Babcock urges drivers and pedestrians to go 24 hours without accidents to reduce the state’s daily five traffic deaths and the 500 daily crashes. He notes President Eisenhower calls for observance and urges full statewide cooperation.
Mrs. Frank Shirley announced her vacation coverage with Mrs Donald Richardson acting as librarian. New teen and adult titles arrive including Fulton Oussier The Greatest Faith Ever Known Van Wyck Mason’s The Hurricane and My Brother's Keeper by Marcia Davenport. Bonnie Island Girl for teens is added.
Conservation Officer Don Bell reports two violators arrested Sunday November 28 for illegal venison. Kenny K. Canton 33 of Mt. Clemens and Marvin A. Robles 36 of Harper Woods were found with a dead doe in the trunk. They appeared before Municipal Judge William Dunlop, were fined 68 dollars each plus 3.50 dollars in court costs and conservation costs, and had licenses suspended for three years.
American Motors expands Rambler line with Nash and Hudson dealers sharing sale and service. New models shown at Woodward Motor Sales and Clute's Nash Sales with previews by dealers in the Detroit zone on November 24 and officially launched Friday, November 26. Romney cites two independent dealer groups boosting outlets and public acceptance.
Madia Dell Allen Montney a lifelong Clare County resident died at home on Hatton Road at 9:00 Sunday morning November 21 1954 after three weeks illness. Born July 19 1884 to James and Frances Allen she married Clayton Moutney December 20 1905. Survived by daughter Mildred Lawson Wyandotte two sons Dale and Robert both Wyandotte twelve grandchildren four great grandchildren one brother Scott Clare and other relatives. Services at Clare Methodist Church officiated by Rev Carlos I Malson and Rev L J Neving. Thurston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Philip House of Rosebush led Michigan 4-H in the national Livestock Judging Contest placing fourth nationwide. Teammates Nancy Allen of Gratiot and Darold McCalla of Washtenaw ranked sixth and second respectively as Michigan earned its first ever first place team honor among 80 states represented.
Christmas preparations sweep Clare with McEwan Street decorations and window displays. Bicknell’s and Starlight Bulbs showcase unique effects as stores extend hours from December 10 to 23, with some shops open Thursday afternoons through Christmas week. The city spent 250 dollars on new street decorations.
Twila Beery from Clare High School is chosen as the school's Good Citizen nominee for the DAR award, with Rose Marie Beattie of Harrison and Joanne Brow of Lake Thirteen from Farwell as other regional winners. The three are eligible for the state contest and will be hosted at a DAR tea with pins.
Ella Cleveland daughter of Rev H L Cleveland is named soprano soloist for Handel's Messiah in Belvedere Maryland on December 6. She graduated Clare High School 1942 and earned a B S in voice from Anderson College 1950, later pursuing a Master of Music. She sang on Christian Brotherhood Hour and performed with Anderson College Choir and Park Place Church of God.
Pioneer football player Ron Garthe was named to the first Northern and Central Michigan high school all-star team chosen by 100 coaches. He and 23 others received gold football pins on WWTV Half-Time program in Cadillac on November 23, presented by Sam Ketchman and Al Thomas.
Heavy snowfall prompts Clare police to enforce night parking ban on Fifth ALR McEwan US-10 and 7 from 2 to 5 am. Officers say snow removal crews operate curb to curb and urge public cooperation. Police Chief Bert Head commented on the regulation.
A family dinner report from Rosebush highlights a miniature pansy centerpiece gathered from a home garden with remarks on local life. Airman Bobby Ray Lee of North Carolina marries Ida Jackson of Rosebush while a cold Michigan winter brings snow and galoshes news. Audrey Blain joins Bertha Lake reporting as the Sentinel's newest correspondent. Jim Corsant travels to Chicago for color TV transmission training.
The 1964 sale of tuberculosis Christmas Seals began in Clare on November 22. James Dunlap, a high school teacher, serves as community manager for the Seal Sale here. The Christmas Seal features a Danish holiday ceremony with children joining hands around a tree, tracing the TB fight's history from Denmark to America. The Michigan Tuberculosis Association notes the seal aids the war on TB with widespread support, and officials say millions have benefited from past drives.
A subordinate grange in Isa bella county will hold a joint installation at Mt Vernon Grange next Monday night December 6. An oyster supper will be served at 7230 and those caring for oysters may bring potluck supper.
Clare Firemen announce the annual Christmas party for children on Saturday December 11 with committee leaders Stan Parish and Omer Parent. Free Christmas shows by Olson Theatres will run in Clare West Branch and Gaylord throughout December for youngsters with gifts and candy distribution at the city park.
The Clare county drive runs through December 20 with a county quota of 4668 dollars. City goals include 2934 for Clare plus 360 for Girl Scouts and equal Community Council share. Harrison 324, Farwell 240 and townships set by valuation and population with many small pledges. The fund supports State United Fund 1938, Salvation Army 500, and Boy Scouts 2250.
Michigan Supreme Court ruling shifts school tax basis to State equalized valuations. Clare and Isabella counties along with others face changes as local valuations may be invalid for tax calculations. Superintendent Tom Campbell and School Board president Harold Hughes expect millage rate adjustments pending full text review.
Clare resident Cole won a weight guessing contest at Household Appliance Inc. with a 23 pounds 1 ounce guess. The actual weight was 23 pounds 12 ounces, one ounce off the correct total. The winner was announced Friday, November 26.
Clare Police report a break-in last Tuesday night or early Wednesday morning at an office in Johnston. Entry was through an outside window with door hinges removed. fingerprints were lifted but not developed and no suspects are identified.
State officials designate emergency loan areas in three Michigan counties after late fall rains damaged crops. Farmers in these counties gain easier access to loans to recover from crop losses and farm setbacks.
Clare High School Pioneers host Reed City Coyotes in a 1954 55 basketball opener with six veterans returning from last season. Coach Robert Baker relies on speed and guard play led by Pete Brown and Bill Siel with center Jerry Fullerton and forward Kyle Hanley. Schedule includes Dec 3 Reed City and Feb 19 Ithaca at home with a Mid-Michigan B Conference plan.
Grace Bible Church announces a special Family Rally for Sunday December 5 led by Rev Floyd R Galusha pastor. Visiting laymen from Saginaw representing the Christian Home League will present a full variety program starting at 11:00 a.m. A six color reproduction painting to be dedicated during the rally was created with Lt Col James A Bryant divisional chaplain Normandy and hangs in over 2000 churches in CHL Sunrayne rallies.
A committee appointed by the Red Cross Clare Chapter chairman J M Grim will study joining the Regional Blood Bank program. Members are Carl Stephenson Grace Frey Kathryn Freeman and R M LeSage. The study aims to cover about 800 dollars in start up costs and recruit 650 donors annually to meet county needs at no charge.
In the Inside Pages Harrison News Lake News society sections Barwell News and Rosebush News report brisk bowling scores from recent matches. Briefs cover farm notes church notes and community notices with ads and contests listed.
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