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Newspaper
Clare Sentinel
Location
Clare, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1946
Page
13
Cynthia Viola Van Blarcom and Martin McCann were married at the home of Rev. and Mrs. Harold Watson on Saturday December 21. The ceremony was conducted in the presence of the bride’s parents Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Van Blarcom, with Howard Brockway as best man.
The couple, served with ice cream, sandwiches and toffee to the immediate family, will live in Detroit where both are employed.
Betty Foell of Farwell married Robert Hansen of Ewart in a Christmas morning ceremony at 10 30 in the Clare Methodist parsonage. Rev Charles Hahn officiated. the bride’s sister and her husband LeVoyd Cargill of Midland attended. Mrs Hansen teaches in Evart schools and Mr Hansen recently returned from service. they will reside in Evart.
Miss Marguerite McPhail daughter of Mr and Mrs Albert McPhail married Albert Samborn son of Mr and Mrs EB Samborn on Saturday December 21 at two o clock in the Clare Methodist parsonage with Rev Charles Hahn officiating. The bride wore a brown suit with white corsage and a teal bridesmaid wore blue and brown accessories. Best man Wesley Samborn. A family reception followed at the McPhail home. They will reside in Clare until the groom finishes his vacation and then move to Ann Arbor for his studies at the University of Michigan.
The text notes a student completing a college course with congratulations from both high school and numerous friends.
Mrs. Lillian Derrick formerly of Reading England and Edward Jackson wed Sunday afternoon at 3 30 in the home of Bert Jackson. Rev Charles Kleinhardt officiated with ring service. Mrs Bert Jackson was matron of honor. Best man was Edward Jackson. A chicken dinner followed. The couple will reside in Clare. The groom works at Dow Chemical in Midland.
The Baptist King's Daughters Society held its Christmas party in the church basement on December 19. Twenty six members and guests attended with a varied program and gift exchanges. A missionary offering was collected and the next gathering is planned with Mrs. Roy Kinsey on January 2.
The Benefit Auxiliary met at Mrs. Ella Sherman’s home on December 18 for a birthday dinner and Christmas party with gifts and a business meeting. A Christmas box for a needy family was approved. The next meeting is slated for Thursday afternoon January 2 at Mrs. Raymond Pryor’s home. All members will work on aprons.
The Ladies' Guild of the Congregational Church held a Christmas luncheon and program at Mrs. John A. Nelson's home last Thursday. The event featured a Yule-log, festive decor, a community sing led by Mrs. Harold Fleming, and performances by Janice Borrer, Sally Bicknell, and Harold Collins. Officers for 1947 were nominated by a committee led by Mrs. Kenneth Barrer and Mrs. Norris Elden.
The Congregational Church School staged a Christmas program in the church auditorium with a singing processional by Junior High girls, recitations and poems by primary and Sunday School groups, instrumental music led by Harold Collins, and a visit from Santa Claus. Mrs. Stuart Bickshell directed assisted by Mrs. Richard Groves and others.
The Congregational Ladies Union met at Mrs. Josephine Murdoch Priday home on December 20 for their regular meeting and Christmas party. Mrs. Catharine Beale led the business portion, followed by gift exchange and a pot luck lunch. Next meeting at Mrs. Fred Hudson on January 3 will elect officers for the coming year.
The Primary and Beginners Departments of the Methodist Sunday School held a Christmas program during class hours with mothers present. Recitations and songs featured performers such as Gloria Olson Jimmy Townsend Merle Sam born Maxine McLaughlin David Bailey Jack Bader Lewis Belle Lida Belle Bicknell Nancy Neff Patsy Phimsey Lucille Becker Janet Joyce Wilson Beth McNerney Gail Samborn Kay Artibee Colleen Coulson Betty Kinder. Gifts and treats followed from teachers and the superintendent.
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