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Newspaper
Clare Sentinel
Location
Clare, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1937
Page
4
A dense fragment lists names and dates from Hatton to Clare, noting elections, anniversaries, deaths and local happenings. It mentions Mayor Dunlop, Obituaries, farm and livestock losses, bank purchases, and community milestones across November and December with references to church groups, events, and civic notices.
A condensed timeline lists mayoral appointments, church and civic events, weddings and anniversaries, deaths, moves of businesses, construction and demolition, school and bank activities, sports, and public notices across Clare and Vernon areas. Notable items include a new federal post office dedication, gas volume milestones, a fire of local landmarks, and the Pioneer souvenir edition.
Arthur Thorniton and Beatrice Belanger wed in Lansing as Justice Fred Hudson presided in his first ceremony since taking office. The couple, both employed in Lansing, were en route to Beatrice's parental home in Moorestown Missaukee County for a holiday recess and plan to live in Lansing after the new year.
Mrs. Caroline Schugg spent Christmas with her daughter in Vernon. Arthur Sharland of Grant Township sold four roosters at Samborn Produce Co. for $5.94. the birds weighed 27 pounds. Detroit visitors, the Petersons and Schlegels, joined J. A. Jackson and Irwin Schiegel for Christmas. Mary Lytle’s family hosted Loretta Harold Florence Harold Rollie Harold and others from Detroit and near Milwaukee. Patty Harold resides with her grandmother.
An all day meeting of the Tri County Gospel workers convention will be held at the Clare Church of God building on Tuesday January 4th. You are invited to attend any of the sessions especially the evangelistic service.
A fragmented notice invites all residents to a December gathering. The text mentions snacks and cats, promising doughnuts and a communal event. Specific details are unclear due to OCR issues but the tone is inclusive and social.
Public notice states the grocery will be closed all day Saturday for New Year. Mandéwarker.
The Gray area chamber of commerce announces a boxing tournament open to all entrants over sixteen from any northern Michigan community. Simultaneous events by five organizations run with winners meeting in Bay City January 31st and February 3rd 7th and 8th. Finals in Grand Rapids with Bay City Times sponsoring and Grand Rapids Press hosting the champions who will then compete in Chicago February 28th. Wright urges entries.
Russell Kress twenty two of Lake George was accidentally shot in the foot while hunting in Lincoln township. A shotgun wound required amputation of a large toe at Clare County General Hospital where doctors removed the toe and removed pellets. He is reported as gaining nicely.
In Arthur township at 11:00 Christmas morning Reverend Kleinhardt officiated the wedding of Miss Edith Sanders and Glenn Newman beneath a Yuletide tree. Attendants were Miss Helen Sanders and Jesse Newmth. The couple will reside on his father's farm in Arthur.
Local Rexall Drug Store reveals winners of the Christmas Eve contest. Girls top positions go to Carolyn Carter Phyllis Sternaman Shirley Artibee Jane Ann Young Betty Rue McKinnon Kay Glute Mary Jane Bicknell Ann Lynn Bayes. Boys prizes awarded to Jack Green Arthur Clark Jr Billie Schaeffer Henry Frees Zane Walters Billie Joe Forehand Jackie Rodabaugh Richard Koch.
A correction notes misinformed details on section 36 Grant township. William and Louise Klingener are sole possessors of the property while Citizens State Bank holds one half of the mineral right. Gulf Refining Company will shade the test.
Treasurer Joseph M. Swain announces tax collection at Fred Smith Hardware in Coleman on December 81st and January 15, and L. H. Thompson Implement in Clare on January 8. Taxpayers advised to bring payment.
Frees thanks voters at Auderson’s Drug Store for fourth place. She says she received a wagon and enjoys it.
Lonalee Hampton thanks everyone who supported her at Economy Drug Store during the Motor- Scout contest. Her note expresses gratitude for the help that contributed to her victory.
Sabella Pomona plans to attend a Tuck lunch with King January Dwight and Nellie B. White serving as secretary. The fragment lists attendees and positions, indicating a formal group gathering or meeting notice.
Two murals in a school auditorium illustrate science, literature, geography, history, printing, exploration, architecture and astronomy. Aimed at an educational plan, they depict basic industries Agriculture and Oil and Gas. Artist Mast conducts local study with materials funded by memorial gifts. Beavis of Detroit assists installation at the Detroit Institute of Arts studios.
Words can't express my thanks to my neighbours and friends for their kindness shown me this Christmas when I've been so sad and lonely losing my son Austin. The dear friends in Clare sent a lovely Christmas box as a surprise. If Austin could speak he would join in thanking you all. Mrs Carrlé Perverse.
Second annual community sale listed for January at Ed Axford farm northeast of Fatwell. Livestock including horses cattle hogs and sheep along with agricultural implements will be sold. Buyers urged to come early as livestock lineups form.
Marie Allen returns from Pontiac while Audley and H Romaine families visit. Furloughs and funerals gather relatives from Saginaw Yale and Clare. A church Christmas program impresses despite noted age of children and Santa’s gifts. Snow enhances holiday fun as families plan for New Year.
Upcoming gatherings include I O F Lodge Friday nights at 8:30. American Legion Auxiliary meets first and third Mondays at the Legion rooms. Rebekah Lodge meets Tuesdays at 8:30. Clare Kiwanis Club convenes Wednesdays at 6:30 at Hotel Doherty. Grant Township Farmers Union No 143 meets on the second and third Wednesdays. Hastern Star meets monthly at 1:30. Clare County M B A district meets at Harrison February 7.
Judge opens proceedings in the matter of Barbara Tryon estate after mental incompetence finding. Clara Nobinasey Bathey named as beneficial party. January 24, 1938 hearing at ten o clock in the forenoon at the Probate Office. Notices must be published weekly for three successive weeks prior to the day. True copy issued by Hatella White Judge.
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