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Newspaper
Clare Sentinel
Location
Clare, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1939
Page
10
Radioed timetable shows southbound and northbound Pere Marquette trains with listed departure times. Local church notices include Church of God services and Jehovah’s Witnesses meeting, plus a Christmas cohort of Farwell residents visiting relatives and attending holiday events across town.
The Methodist Church lists James A. Rogers as minister with Church School at 10 45 and morning worship at noon with Louis Finch as superintendent. The Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ off Latter Day Saints led by Elder R B McGuire holds Sunday School at 10 30 Social Service at 11 30 Zion's League at 7 and preaching at 8. Evening services alternate Sundays with Clare Women's Department meeting second Wednesday at 2. Everyone welcome.
The text lists guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Smith for Christmas weekend. It notes Mrs. Len Wood returning from England for the holidays, and Ida Vandenburg and Louise Shepard spending Christmas at relatives’ homes in Petoskey and Remus respectively.
Albert Hewer Vincent known as Mickie, aged 33, died December 21 1939 at University Hospital Ann Arbor after moves from Farwell Standish and Flint. Survived by mother Mrs H Jarvis Bentley and father Albert Vincent Howell. Funeral from Farwell Church of God with Rev Mary House. Interment Surrey cemetery.
The Methodist church presented "Santa's Santa Lady" on December 20 to a large crowd. The play featured many named cast members including Charlotta-Joan Tyndall, Edith-Opal Badger, and Santa Chauncey Robbins, with Florence Bailey at the piano. A cantata directed by Mae Carpenter and Ina Davison accompanied the program. A large tree, kid treats, and a white gift offering for the Children's Home in De were noted.
Christmas programs at Church of God and Latter Day Saints described along with local visits by Marie and Maurice Robbins. Library hours change after December 27 to Tuesdays and Saturdays 12 to 5. Chas Graham ill at home. Pine bulbs stolen from street trees noted. Madge Lamb Hall hosted School Orchestra Christmas Night with songs, reminiscing and refreshments.
The Tri County Health Unit offers child care guidance emphasizing continued nursing for six months, proper formula if needed, regular sleep and meals, and vigilance against accidents. It warns against certain foods for young children, stresses hydration and hygiene, and advises doctor supervision for behavioral or health concerns. Dr. BH. V. Thichett signs as Director of Health District No. 7.
Thirteen grade pupils presented a Christmas program to a capacity audience on Thursday afternoon in the Madge B Lamb Hall. Carola and multiple group numbers were sung along with candle and wand drills in costume. The stable scene with Mary Joseph baby Jesus and the Three Wise Men impressed as exceptionally well presented. Teachers deserve credit for the splendid renditions that required much time and practice.
Beverly B. Trader died December 21 1939 at Farwell aged 62 born July 12 1877 in Caro Tuscola County. Survived by wife Emma Trader daughter Virginia Blood of Port Huron brothers Chas T of Curran W W L of Plint sister Mrs Mithel Gould of Caro and two grandchildren Aloise and Madeline Blood. Funeral Saturday at Miller Undertaking Parlors with Rev Mary E House officiating. Interment Surrey Cemetery.
The Trader and Blood families express deep gratitude to friends and neighbors for sympathy and flowers after a bereavement. Special thanks to Rev. Mary E. House for comforting words. Mrs. Emma Trader and Mrs. Virginia Blood.
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