Clare Primary School Dedication Follows 1971 Bond Issue
December dedication marks official opening of Clare Primary School built with a 1.7 million dollar bond for 700 students. Jan transfer eased overcrowding at the Middle School as 635 kindergartners to 4th graders join the new building while 587 older students remain in the former elementary building.
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Farm accident prompts flood of local help in Rosebush
In Rosebush at 1837 Battle Road Bob Meister and his wife Gail were injured when a manure spreader pulled by two Belgian horses bolted. Gail remains in intensive care with possible paralysis while Bob is treated for a broken foot and bruises. Communities rally with offers of aid as doctors project a recovery of weeks. Gail’s parents and relatives arrived to help, and police were called. The Clare Sentinel notes holiday schedules and a Christmas dinner program in Clare County.
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Clare Pool Association Seeks School Property for Outdoor Pool
Clare School Board tabled to January 13 the CPA request to build an outdoor pool at Brookwood Park with school land. Estimated project cost 150000 to 175000. CPA must raise about 85000. Pool would be L shaped with 4300 sq ft, bath houses, storage and concession. Cooperative ownership between school and city discussed.
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Clare Chamber plans boat show booth despite carnival clash
At a December 9 meeting the Clare Chamber of Commerce approved a $180 booth for the Greater Michigan Boat & Travel Show in Saginaw with dates February 14 to 16. Volunteers will staff the booth to promote Clare, despite concerns over Winter Carnival conflicts and volunteer turnout. John Shagena resigns from the Board effective December 9, with Tom Johnson to appoint a replacement. Johnson stated the resignation would be accepted. The Board also voted to join the Western Michigan Tourist Association.
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