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Newspaper
Clare Sentinel
Location
Clare, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1921
Page
1
Mr and Mrs Achard present an account of European conditions observed during travels. The report highlights social and economic realities, offering a personal perspective on life in several regions.
Mr and Mrs Achard owners of Clear Creek ranch return to Ottawa Kansas after two months in Europe. In an interview they describe Paris as recovered with abundant employment and low prices, rails and hotels cheap, and fashion strong. They note war damage in Rheims and Caen Thierry, farming prosperity, and high Swiss prices especially coal. They report long taxi rides and language variety, with travel easier in Southern France.
William W. Potter head of the State Bar legislative committee sends a bill to the senate judiciary committee to require marriage licenses be obtained days before ceremonies. The exact delay is undecided with a blank to be filled by the legislature, likely five to ten days. Exceptions allow immediate marriages if a probate judge waives the delay after investigation or hearing.
Mt. Vernon Grange held its annual oyster supper and installed officers on Monday evening January 17 at the hall. Officers installed included Overseer John Northbon Manter, Chaplain Mrs Edad Northan Leetarer, Steward Wm. Livingston, Treasurer Lewis Hales, Secretary J. C. Walsh, Gatekeeper Chas. Nartheen, Ass't Steward Paul B. White, Lady Asst. Steward Lena Krewer, with Mistresses Wal ton Kirkconnell Strong and White assisting. The event featured a ceremonial installation by Thhgs. Kirkconnell and a piano solo by Mrs. Frank McDonald. About 100 attendees enjoyed dinner and then games, singing, and visits, with plans to return next year.
The Seeley residence hosted a WCTU meeting led by new president Mrs. J F Tatman. Mrs J H Lancing directed a program on child welfare law enforcement and narcotics with a short talk by Mrs. J A Wilson. Pearl C Mellotte served as Secretary.
A barn owned by Wes McKnight near Rosebush burned Monday morning. The stock was saved and the fire started when a track in the barn back-fired. The barn and its contents were destroyed.
Fragmentary note indicates a planned event or schedule labeled dem otare hw and lang os, with a vague timeline pointing to next week and unspecified participants or locations. The text lacks clear names dates or venues.
The Sentinel urges readers to value advertising as essential to the paper and notes merchants and others face losses selling at cost due to high inputs. It argues a return to normalcy is needed and praises local business men whose ads sustain the paper with honest dealings and fair bargains.
A brief letter from Mr and Mrs J W Glass at West Colorado Springs Colorado notes the climate seems to sagress as Mr Glass begins to look like himself They report occasional bursts of snow that do not last long Written January 10 the letter says doors are open to show mild weather and they plan to return around June 1.
On Jan 14 Rev E Mellett united Mathew T John son of Rosebuch and Mrs Mertie E Francisco of 4282 W 33rd St Los Angeles in marriage at Thomas Presley’s home. The couple will reside in Los Angeles after a Saturday morning departure. Friends wish them happiness in the new union.
Mr. and Mrs. E.F. Achard spent a few days last week with their son and family at the Freamean ranch before Mr. Achard leaves on a combined pleasure and business trip to Asia and Australia visiting China and Japan.
Notice states the blacksmithing business has been sold and requests all parties owing money to call and settle promptly. Ambiguous names and dates are unreadable. includes stray words possibly indicating a deadline or contact.
Lansing Michigan January 15 The state public utilities commission adopts a resolution to investigate the cost of telephone equipment and material and why prices rise. Subpoenaes will be issued for managers of all Michigan telephone companies to appear at next weeks hearing. Chairman Potter says there may be a monopoly in manufacture and distribution and the case may be referred to the department of justice.
James B Brown born Norfolk County Ontario December 22 1858 died January 8 1921 at his Clare home from pneumonia. Married to Paintipe Franklin January 1 1881 four children Blake Clarence survive with grandchildren one brother and four sisters. Longtime Grocer later rural carrier active in local politics. Funeral Wednesday at Congregational church Clare with Rev Badgley and Rev Davis. buried Cherry Grove Cemetery. Attendants listed from Lown Elkton Big Rapids Aylmer and Farwell.
Representative Emerson has been appointed to the committee on Agriculture Insurance Michigan Employment Institution for the Blind and Michigan School for the Deaf. Representative Menory of Isabella serves on Drainage Local Taxation Michigan School for the Blind Mines and Minerals.
A motion picture titled "Tite Gt? Christ" from Pathé France will be shown at the Methodist Episcopal church on Wednesday January 26 at 7 30 P M under Epworth League auspices Tickets available now with prices for children 15 cents and adults 25 cents The screening promises good value for time and money.
Lansing Jan 15. In a report to State Highway Commissioner Frank F. Rogers, L H Belknap shows since July 3, 1919, 6379 miles of state trunk lines contracted. Since Aug 2, 1917, 302.7 miles under the Covert act, and since Sept 9, 1917, 353 miles of federal aid roads let. Total completed 7383 miles. The program aims to finish all contracted roads by autumn 1921.
London dispatch reports Dr Cranston Walker of Birmingham announcing a new medical agent named adrenaien or adrazoetin that allegedly revives the dead. The extract from kidney glands of animals has been used with reported success since 1910 in at least twenty cases.
The Michigan State Farm Bureau reports production of natural colored blankets dyed with black wool in a Lansing wool pool. Each blanket measures 62282 inches and sells for 86.00, with orders taken by Geo Steble at once.
We thank friends and neighbors for kindness in sickness and death of our dear husband and father. Grateful for floral offerings from Route 4 patrons and other friends. Appreciate comforting words from Revs Badgley and Davie and the sizgere. Mr. and Mrs. F A Brown Mr. and Mrs. E L Brown.
The fragment mentions Balne and Be with gating and a M. A. Renee Be. context unclear. No full event or outcome supported.
The public supports President Elect Harding avoiding ostentation. He refused a battleship and the Presidential Yacht, paying his own fare on trains. He favors a simple, inexpensive inauguration and brief remarks before beginning work. We echo amen to his stance.
The Clare County Farm Bureau met January 11 with delegates from all townships. Changes to the constitution and by-laws were approved and notices will be sent to members along with the secretary treasurer’s financial statement. W. E. Bowler was re elected president Ed Bruce VP and S W Sly Malby and De Geer named to executive committees. A business manager role was dispensed with and the secretary and president take on related work. The group praised coal quality and price and, with Sam Bruce courtesy of the Highway Dept, began taking orders for government harness and wagons. A harness sample is at Boom’s Feed Barn. Maltby plans a cooperative association in Farnell to buy or build an elevator.
Dan Crouse sold his blacksmith shop along with tools and stock to Adolph Desorneau of Maniatigque who took possession on Tuesday. Chas Saker stays on with the new owner for a time. Desornean family to occupy Eberhart houses on E sixth Street. Crouse reportedly plans to work the land.
Mrs Charles Merrill wife of Charles Merrill died after a brief illness leaving a husband an infant daughter and her parents and siblings. The funeral occurred in Vernon after services in Eccobush with community sympathy expressed. Crayton Jones attended the mid east business Friday.
Clare Chamber of Commerce appeals for funds to buy the Catkins hotel site for a $60,000 plus hotel project. Mayor Doherty proposes a $60,000 hotel if the site is secured, with W. E. Currie offering favorable terms to the chamber. A long list of local citizens and businesses is cited as subscribers, as the drive aims to complete within ten days.
The State convention to nominate candidates for state offices and elect a state central committee will meet in Detroit on Thursday Feb 17 at 11 o'clock a.m. County conventions to elect delegates are set for Monday Feb 7. Clare County will have 4 delegates and Isabella 16.
Storr Allen will hold a sale on Thursday February 3 at the Orin Reynolds farm one mile west of the West Grant School house featuring stock tools hay grain and more. Franklin A Brown announces a sale on Tuesday February 1 one mile west and a short distance north of Cohonville with stock tools grain and related items. Further details to follow.
Local advertisement for well drilling and repair services by M. 8. Green, offering all work guaranteed. Includes address 218 EB Seventh Street, Cleese Mich, with a note about upcoming trip next week and a courier-style cryptic line.
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