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Newspaper
Clare Sentinel
Location
Clare, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1924
Page
2
Our Day of Independence celebrates the nation’s birthday and Liberty born 148 years ago. The piece recalls America's forefathers and the enduring spirit seen in industry commerce and finance while urging reverence beyond revelry. It reflects on liberty and freedom as it recalls the founding moment and national pride.
This 80 acre property features good clay soil, near level land, well fenced with woven wire, a 10 room frame house with basement, a smaller tenant house, two barns with basements, granary, two outbuildings, hen houses, a garage, a good orchard, and tile drainage. Located on a gravel road about four miles from town and half a mile from school, it accepts smaller farms as part payment. Also described is a second tract with 280 cultivated acres, 20 acres spring watered pasture, 20 acres timber, two six room houses with basements, a barn, outbuildings, orchard, five miles from Clare, near school and store, trade considered for city property or small farm.
The Clare County Road Commissioners invite sealed bids by July 16, 1924, at 1 p m for half a mile of Clahs B road in Hatton and Arthur townships. Bids require a $50 certified check and must include unit bids. Plans available at the County Clerk office. plans and specifications may be examined there. The commission reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
The Clare Realty Company announces closure this Saturday in observance of the Fourth of July. A. H. Achard confirms the office will also stay shut on Saturday, despite the holiday weekend.
The report notes captive tigers consume about 14 to 16 pounds of beef daily.
Ex servicemen or dependants may obtain blank forms at the local post office or the law office of T. Carl Holbrook. Assistance will be provided at either location on request to complete and file these certificates promptly and send them to Washington.
In a witty exchange, the editor recalls catching a public official with little to say after a lengthy three quarters of an hour interview, highlighting media persistence and timing.
A fragment notes a young man in the parlor undisturbed by unseen parents while a parent on the upper landing calls out the hour It is ten o'clock. The scene contrasts quiet youth with an audible parental cue in a domestic setting.
Classified snippets include FOR SALE Strawberries at market prices by Arleigh Gorr contact 280F3. FREE Band Concert Saturday evening July 6 at Farwell. FOR SALE CHEAP Buick six with good paint upholstery tires bumpers and car works. Price very low. Inquire Wleming Shad Co.
Train times for multiple routes are listed with departure and return hours, starting June 20 and June 22. The page also includes social notes, marriage and travel announcements, church services, local visits, and a report that Evart will have a new national bank replacing a closed state bank.
Mortgage sale foreclosure notice on a 1922 mortgage by George B Struble to Howard Gilmore and Annie K Gilmore. Sale set for September 27 1924 at 10:00 am at the courthouse front door Harrison Clare County Michigan. Property: North half of Northeast quarter section 32 township 17 north range 4 west.
Rev. George Flanagan, pastor, leads Catholic mass at 7:00 a.m. at the parish.
Free Methodist in A. Allen pastor offers Sunday school at 10 00 a m and evening services at 730 p m with guidance for weekly worship and activities.
Rev. H. B. Johnson, Pastor presides at 9 30 a m Sunday school led by Mrs A H Horton at 10 30 a m Morning worship and sermon described in local church notice.
The Baptist Kev church notes Holy Communion at 10 00 with a message by the pastor and the Lord's Supper observed. Bible school at 11 30 led by Mrs. Harry Terwilliger. Evening service canceled as plans for revival proceed at the Free Methodist church.
Lutheran notices list German services on June 22 at 10:00 a.m. English services July 6 at 2:30 p.m. Rev Karl Baumann of Mt Pleasant to lead July 6. No services July 20 due to vacation. Mission festival on August 3.
The Church of God or Saints 8 Primley, Pastor, preaches at 11 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Prayer meeting Wednesday at 7:30. Training for service class at 6:20 p.m. at South McEwan street chapel. Wilson School House 8 hosts Sunday School at 1:30 and preaching at 2:30. All visitors invited.
Rev Lohnes leads morning classes at 9 with J Clark Fall assisting, followed by 10 30 public worship and 11 30 Sunday School led by Mrs Sternaman. Evangelistic services in Free Methodist Church at 7 30. Cottage prayer at 7 30 Tuesday and Fellowship Circle at 7 30 Thursday. Public preaching at 9 and Sunday School at 10. We invite all to attend.
Algernon Young announces candidacy for Probate Judge on the Republican ticket in Clare County. He asks for voters’ support at the September primary, citing his record as a citizen and civil and federal officer. Respectfully, Algernon Young.
A poem styled note argues that despite calendar reforms proposing extra months, January would still span two months in length, reflecting a playful paradox about time measurement and calendar structure.
A reflection on 1776 founding ideals of liberty and rights, noting how the Declaration Signers' vision has spread as America observes growth in equality and opportunity across the nation.
A candidate announces for the Clare County Treasurer nomination at the September Primaries. Pred W Schaaf states he has served during his first term to the best of his ability and respectfully asks for voter support.
To the voters of Clare County the candidate announces re election for County Road Commissioner. Having served four years in this office the candidate asks for support at the September primaries.
A candidate announces run for County Drain Commissioner on the Republican ticket at the upcoming September primaries. He pledges honest, economical, efficient service and thanks voters for past favors while seeking continued support.
The Ladies Aid of the First Baptist Church Sheridan Township will serve a chicken dinner at the church on Thursday July 10 to mark the society’s 32nd anniversary. Prices: adults 25 cents children 10 cents. Grace Williams, Secretary.
Property owners and renters must cut and destroy all noxious weeds on their property by July 10 1924 or face prosecution. John Colmus Highway Commissioner issues the order for Grant township.
Notice to creditors and stockholders of Great Northern Camming Co a Michigan corporation that it will dissolve under Act No 84 of 1921. Creditors must present claims to the company at 26 Michigan Avenue Detroit Michigan by June 30 1924. Clarence O Fields President Leonard H Chaney Secretary.
Property owners and renters in Axthit township must cut all noxious weeds. Deadline for compliance is July 16, 1924. Leo M. Coats issues the notice and enforces the order.
Notice to owners and occupiers in Vernon Township Isabella County Michigan to cut down and destroy noxious weeds by July 1 1924 for townships south of Range 16 North and by July 15 1924 for townships north of Range 16 North. Noncompliance incurs costs and a lien on the land. fines apply for allowing certain weeds to spread. Dated June 30 1924 John Stouzh Commissioner of Highways Vernon Township.
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