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Newspaper
Clare Sentinel
Location
Clare, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1964
Page
1
Harold Brooks resigned from the Clare School Board citing a conflict of interest with his Vernon Township Board of Review appointment. The board approved a resolution of appreciation and will appoint a successor at the February 24 meeting in the High School Library.
Farwell Jaycees announce a two day winter carnival this weekend with Gale Locke as publicity chair. Saturday events include Rabbit Hunt at Hosford’s, wood contest at the mill pond, toboggan slides, ice skating, fishing, a tug of war and a 7:30 teen hop. Sunday offers more activities plus fox hunting dog sled races for children 14 and square dancing at 2 PM.
A winter mapping project at Lake Shamrock progresses with depth sounding and contour records. Depth checks cover Farwell Mill Pond and Dead Man Lake in Surrey township, Section 28, with completed work and upcoming sale of maps by the State Department of Conservation.
Sun Oil holds top spot at Gateway Lanes with 3052, ahead of Twin Elms and Holley Carburetor No.6. Pete Brown tops all events with 1975. singles leader M Harvey at 670. doubles won by I Freeman and J Duglas at 1307. Other top finishers include D Kleinhardt L Gendregeske and J Miller with strong scores.
College Night will be featured at Clare High School on Wednesday evening February 19 at 7 30. Twenty one college representatives will explain their programs advantages and information. Juniors and seniors and parents may visit three different schools during the evening to get better informed and choose early.
The 1964 Cancer Crusade theme was outlined at a hotel meeting on February 19. Maynard Reghi and Robert Waite from the American Cancer Society Michigan Division spoke to representatives from Clare Roscommon and Isabella counties. Plans include a Cancer Fund Benefit Dance by Beta Sigma Phi and an early April event at Twin Elms clubhouse.
Miss Ginger Fischer of Farwell and Miss Clare County Winter Sports Queen were among five finalists for the Michigan Winter Sports Queen title at Grayling on February 8 and 9. Fischer attended events with escort Roger Wallace of Clare and several Farwell and Clare residents accompanied her. The winner was Miss Darlene Owen of Mio.
James Walsh resigned after 23 years as Vernon township supervisor for ill health. Ernest Irwin, former trustee and county ASC chairman, elected by the township board to serve until the next regular fall election for a full term. Irwin has also served on Isabella County School Board for 12 years.
Clare High Pioneers trailed Chesaning by ten at halftime but were outpaced in the second half, losing 58 to 85. Sam Kushmaul led Clare with 15 points, while Frank Sambera paced Chesaning with 18. Other area scores and upcoming games noted include Ithaca and St. Louis, with Clare set to host St. Louis next.
Homeowners feel the urge to spruce up properties as warmer days arrive. Thoughts turn to more space brighter colors and added comfort and convenience in the season of renewal.
The article notes rising home improvement spending with Mr and Mrs Home Owner spending over 11 million dollars last year. It compares to about 70 dollars for every 100 spent on new construction, up from a decade ago when 10 dollars were spent on improvements per 100 on new construction.
The Sentinel announces a weekly feature series on home ownership with interior decorating tips, remodeling survey results, landscaping hints, financing ideas, tools, materials, and store messages. Pictures start on page B-8 and an announcement on B-5. The series emphasizes spring cleaning and renewals rooted in tradition.
After the 1964-65 season the Mid-Michigan B conference dissolved and a new interscholastic league forms with Clare Lakeview Big Rapids and Reed City as founding members. Ewatt and Remus are possible additions offering shorter travel distances and better attendance at games.
Anderson opens a second Rexall Drug Store in Witbeck's shopping center north of Clare on North McEwan. The new store offers similar merchandise to the downtown shop, with no lunch service or soda fountain. It features a bright modern interior, a large cosmetics and gift section, and a complete prescription department. Grand opening planned for early spring.
The World Day of Prayer program with the theme Let Us Pray will be held Friday evening February 14 at Clare Congregational United Church of Christ. United Church Women of Clare sponsor the event starting at 8 00 p m with Rev Van Parker welcoming. Women from the host church will give Prayers of Thanksgiving including Mrs Ronald Cooper Mrs Dale Lyons Mrs Eugene Campbell Miss Effie Hales and Mrs Harold Fleming. Mrs Harry Cleveland will represent the Clare community.
Clare High School dominated the 1964 district Solo and Ensemble Festival at Arenue Eastern High School Twining earning four firsts and a second rating. Calla House earned a first in piano solo, with several students and woodwind quintets achieving top placements. First place winners may try out for the state festival in Grand Rapids on March 21.
A weekend Meth odist Youth Fellowship retreat at Clare Church features Taylor University coach Bob Davenport. Events include an open house after Friday basketball, Saturday breakfast at 9, a 2 09 p m rally with Davenport, a 6 30 p m banquet, and Sunday church involvement plus a radio broadcast. Davenport, lauded as UCLA s most outstanding athlete in 1955, began his career at Long Beach High School and rose to prominence at UCLA.
The Michigan Conservation Department reports a strong deer herd across northern regions. White tails roam beyond swamps, moving on a crusted snow cover to reach food, with significant protection only in northern Bardga district.
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