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Newspaper
Clare Sentinel
Location
Clare, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1923
Page
1
A look back at 1922 shows farmers endured depression but saw gains with higher crop prices and reduced costs. Freight rates eased, credit improved, and cooperative marketing grew. Yet weather and high taxes linger, while broad support grows to help farmers. overall, 1923 should bring better prospects for agriculture.
The Olaré Fire Department is thanked for quick effective work during a Monday fire at lodge hall threatening destruction. Olaré I. O. O. F. Lodge No. 338 expresses sincere gratitude for their response.
The Mt. Vernon Grange held an evening session to install officers. Attendees gathered at the hall for the formal ceremony followed by social time and brief remarks from the outgoing leader.
Rev Frank Jonesy of Liverpool England has been secured to preach and lead the local Congregational church for the coming year. He left his home on a Wednesday in January and expects to land in America by January 1. Highly recommended as a public speaker and church worker, he invites all to hear him. First services expected Sunday January 14.
A humorous retelling shows King Arthur's Court flawed by bad plumbing no phones and illiterate knights until Yankee arrives. He installs telephones updates manners and rides a motor cycle as Sir Boss. The piece previews a film at the Princes Theatre on January 9-10.
H. T. McKerring opens Claré’s Palace Roller Skating Rink at the Demarest building on East 4th Street. The new venue promises wholesome fun and has already drawn strong patronage. schedule details appear on page six.
Ore Dawson completed a purchase to acquire the cigar factory of T. W. Dawson located on West 4th Street. He will relocate the operation to rooms formerly used by O. W. Perry law offices and J. B. Doherty Undertaking and Plumbing, and expand his business offerings.
The short in home electrical wiring caused a small insulation burn at Homer Douglas's residence last week. No damage occurred. Percy Verrette returned to Lanstag Monday after a family visit. his daughter Jane stayed longer with relatives, while Mr and Mrs Phil Verrette enjoyed a holiday visit.
Letter from Frome Hood River Oregon notes a thaw after heavy snow, a shinook wind, and temperatures swinging from zero to fourteen above. Shipping optimism includes Portland reports of salmon runs and a 1,750,000 box apple crop. Reminiscence recalls 1876 Clare settlement, a father’s tire shop, and a reunion wish.
Michigan Attorney General's Department answers Gatlof A. Reading on whether a coroner's jury should view a blood clot found at autopsy. It states autopsy by physicians provides expert evidence and lay jurors cannot assess cause of death. inquest deemed properly conducted.
Firefighters battled a New Year’s Day blaze at the Odd Fellow Hall causing ceiling burns and attic involvement. The department used new tools and chemical apparatus from the city to reach the core of the fire. The building suffered smoke and water damage but was fully insured and no injuries were reported.
The Pioneer group of Clare and Northern Isabella counties met at the Methodist church on New Year's Day with over a hundred attending. O. H. Sutherland presided as president of the newly formed Pioneer society, formed to foster closer social relations among the pioneers.
Lena Lowoh daughter of Mr and Mrs G T Lowoh of the city married Elton B Sherman of Farwell on Wednesday December 27 at the M B parsonage in Mt Pleasant with Rev LA Hawthorne officiating. The couple, raised in Clare and vicinity, will reside at Flint where the groom works.
The twelfth Sunday School was organized by Frank R. Shepard on December 27. It will be held at the Ward school a mile and south of its old site. Officers elected include Superintendent William Shaffer Raat and BR. Barlow. secretary Olson Teasman. assistant secretary Clifford Jessy. treasurer Mrs Chas. Van Blarcom. organist Ute Wilma Sprague. librarian Edith Merritt.
Informal notice requests securing funds and pond sale details. Mentions Alphétan Dale next week and Clare with obligations and a reward for return of a roll. Finder urged to contact Bentical offices for liberal reward figures and related instructions.
Dearh atttered the pappy homeot. Supday night and remed from their midst their seventeene old daughter Migs Mdnaya etimip reac tion of diseased being the cause of her demiaey. The deceased was one of Grant township's well loved young ladies known for winning ways. Funeral held Wednesday afternoon at M iB direct with Rev Lohnes officiating and interment at Charty Grove. Obituary to follow next week.
A sermon reflects on Jesus healing a woman on the Sabbath and contrasts rabbinic objections with Jesus teaching that it is lawful to do good. It cites Luke and Matthew verses, plus a view on Sunday as a day for service, healing, and daily good.
Alta May Kerns daughter of Fred Kerns of Greenwood township Clare county died December 30 1922 at age 17 4 months 21 days after a long illness from tuberculosis She became caretaker for her family at age ten and kept the home together before her illness She leaves her father a brother a sister and many relatives and friends Funeral services were at the Congregational church in Harrison with Teeter officiating and burial in Harrison cemetery
Appreciation to friends Clare for birthday memories and cards. The writer recalls warm messages and祝 hopes for continued friendship. The text reflects a personal thank you and fond recollections from the day.
Thirty different farm organizations plan to gather during Farmers Week at Michigan Agricultural College this winter. The meeting, led by Ashley M Berridge, aims to unite groups from Michigan State Farm Bureau to the Housewives Congress for a larger rural congress.
The Oxford Leader lauds John White state engineer for paving and sewer work in Clare Michigan. He returns home Thursday after a stay since May 26 and will take a surveyor role in Dare County after accepting a January 1 position following last November’s election.
The Ladies' Guild of Congregationa holds its annual meeting on Wednesday evening. Members discuss purchases for home light work and welfare projects and note volunteer helpers in various roles.
State officials warn 600000 Michigan cars must renew licenses with title certificates. Delays in processing threaten plate issuance. no extension granted. Owners must have plates by February 1.
Fragmentary text describes Pasadena glare club resolutions about New Year routines and daily walking. Mentions meals, Christmas day, and individuals with unclear names. Likely a club update with personal notes and a request for support or a loan.
OCR reads Clara County notice with garbled names and dates. The fragment mentions Leis Hage and Jabaaryath with a due date in January. No clear event, location, or agency is identifiable.
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