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Newspaper
Clare Sentinel
Location
Clare, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1932
Page
9
The discussion centers on repealing the 18th Amendment with a proposal that guards dry states. Supporters argue for federal protection while opponents fear delays. The outcome hinges on House Senate moves and next Congress control. The issue will go to states via constitutional conventions for final verdict.
Jared Pigeon carries Christmas morning stress as Caroline, their daughter, unexpectedly returns home with her mate Billy Wakeman. The reunion resolves tensions and brings four for dinner, defusing earlier worries about Caroline staying away. Caroline explains she left the city to stay nearby, and the family life brightens with a planned reconciliation.
The Supreme Court upheld a annual corporate tax of about 2000 dollars on the Detroit International Bridge Company, ruling it engaged in domestic rental activity not international commerce. State official Alice Alexander argued the case in Washington representing Michigan for the first time without general staff. Other transit firms plan similar appeals if taxed. The bulletin also notes 1932 presidential votes greatly surpassed 1832 totals, with Michigan showing population trends and rising ballots after 1904.
Speaker Garner said on opening day he would recognize a member to suspend rules and pass a resolution to repeal the 18th Amendment, marking the only chance for action this session. The House shows wide range of views from full repeal with open saloon to repeal with restrictions and temperance aims, reflecting deep splits over prohibition.
The article notes that Romans called tennis pia and cites Calen a Greek medical figure who described it as healthy exercise and pleasant in his era. It frames tennis as a very old pastime with widespread appeal across ancient cultures.
The Seattle Post-Intelligencer reprints a Christmas reflection on the Day of the Child. It contrasts devotion with secular doubt, urging kindness toward children and prayers for wisdom in their rearing. It notes adults regain childlike faith and generosity on this day, despite modern skepticism.
Instructions for making festive greenery decorations using pine, hemlock, spruce, laurel, and red berries. Covers garlands for windows and mantels, rope foundations, wire fastening, and symmetrical wreath construction to enhance Christmas decor.
Nations around the world offer Christmas wishes in their own tongues. The list shows diverse phrases from Vrance Bon Noel to Felice Natale and Glaedelig In, reflecting a global chorus of festive goodwill.
The Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem observes three annual celebrations. The Roman Catholic observance is December 25, followed by the Greek Orthodox 18 days later, and then the Armenian Church another 18 days after that.
Readers reflect on how Christmas card choices reveal personality. Urban dwellers favor farmyard scenes with trees while lawyers’ cards tend toward sentimental cheer.
A fragment from a 19th century column recalls a tired mother and a little boy during a Santa Clara visit, with a rural tone and local humor about stocking fillers and farm life. The note preserves a bygone voice and regional characterization.
The article presents a long public creed affirming belief in the United States, its people, and optimistic resilience. It lauds industrial leaders and workers, mocks pessimists, and defends U S institutions while asserting faith in progress, national security, and economic continuity through challenging times.
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