Treasury estimates show high luxury spending by Americans
The Journal of Commerce reports a Treasury letter detailing annual luxury item expenditures based on tax returns. Chewing gum, candy, cigarettes, drinks, cosmetics, cigars, tobacco, carpets, automobiles, soaps, and musical instruments are cited, totaling about 22.7 billion dollars. It notes these figures reflect tax-background data and discuss potential thrift.
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Secretary of the ‘Treasury
Houston
Inquirer
Journal of Commerce
Hamilton Canfield announces June 30 marriage
The notice states the marriage of Don W. Canfield and Miss Gladys Irene Hamilton will take place June 30. It notes Pearlton as a former resident and sender of best wishes, with a brief mention of home cooking and local commerce.
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Don W
Let Us Be Square in Primary Votes Says Enterprise
The Isabella County Enterprise urges Republicans to vote only on their own party ticket and warns that Democrats should not be pulled into the Republican primary. It criticizes blanket ballots and urges voters to uphold party loyalty to prevent cross party manipulation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Isabella Co. Enterprise
Enterprise
Einterprise Desirnate
Ils
He Lived His Life by Edgar A. Guest
A tribute poem lauds a man who lived honorably through deeds over words. It recalls his quiet strength, generosity, and steadfast integrity, noting how others learned his character from his actions rather than his speech, ending with the line that his life was good.
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Cate
Edgar A. Gueat
Reelection Bid for Prosecuting Attorney Cited on Republican Ticket
A note from Q. A. Reading announces candidacy for renomination as prosecuting attorney on the Republican ticket. The message expresses respect and gratitude in a brief political notice dated August 3.
Fires condemned as tool for grasshopper control
Experts from Michigan Agricultural College and the University of Michigan condemn fire as a practical method to curb grasshoppers. They warn fires are useless and dangerous, risking forest fires, and urge poison bait as the proper control measure amid a severe outbreak.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michigan Agricultural College
University of Michigan
P.S. Lovejoy
Forestry Department
U. of M
R. H. Pettit
Pettit
Agricultural College
Menane
Court convenes. several cases decided in county session
Judge convened a term with jurors present. John Bersaw pleaded to simple larceny and got 90 days. Joe Dunham received 6 months to 10 years for assault with intent to commit rape and a six month minimum. Gary Stevens got three years probation for raising checks. Clare Hardware no cause of action versus James Graves. Mitchell v McKenna awarded 130.68 after doubling. Koontzs divorce from Koontz and Graham, others continued.
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John Bersaw
Hamilton
Joe Dunham
Hayes Township
Ionia
Gary Stevens
Clare Hardware and Implement Co
Jas. B. Graves
Justice Court
Jas
Mitchell Va
J. Francis McKenna
McKenna
Mitchell
Jerry Koontz
Ida Koontz
Geo. W. Graham
Lizzie B. Graham
Bullet Strays Whips Car Window in City Incident
Mr and Mrs H A Sanford were driving in the west city when a shot shattered their windshield. Glass cut Mrs Sanford and Mr Sanford’s hand. They stopped, found the bullet hole in the seat, and assume someone fired in error as no one nearby.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. A. Sanford
Mre. Sanford
Mr. Sanford
Chautauqua Attendance and Speech Highlight In Brief
The Chautauqua program notes we can attend only one entertainment due to workload. Mr Keith gave a well delivered address with a fine, thoughtful content and consideration.
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Keith
Reward for information on vandalism at Hinkle School house
A ten dollar reward is offered for information or conviction of the parties who broke windows and threw library books in the furnace at Hinkle School house, District No.3 Grant. By order of the school board. O. W. Smith, director.
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Hinkle School House
O. W. Smith
A Letter From Eastern Michigan Fair Association
A secretary announces plans of a large city fair association and encloses a story pitched as advertising matter. The Sentinel readers are told the writer has been appointed to manage local affairs, prompting light sarcasm about publishers and “dead beats” amid the brag and mock gravity.
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Fair Association
Michigan
the Sentinel
Chesaty
Martin L Keller Dies After Lumber Accident at Mancelona
Martin L Keller born May 17 1863 in Canada died June 24 or 30 1920 at Mercy Hospital Cadillac after a lumber sawing accident near Mancelona. He lived on a Denver township homestead since 1881 married Malinda Bush Sept 25 1887. left a wife a daughter a son in law a grandson two foster children and many relatives. Services were held July 3 under the auspices of the order at Stevenson Lake home with Rev Holmes and are buried at Riverside cemetery Mt Pisasant.
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Martin L. Keller
Canada
Mercy Hospital
Cadillac
Michigan
Denver Township
Malinda Bush
Lincoln Township
Ethyl Mae
Mancelona
John W
Sir. Pleasant
Michael J
Delwin
George R. Delwin
Joseph W
Tis
Stevenson Lake
Holmes
Riverside Cemetery
Mt. Pisasant
Michigan State Telephone reorganizes into four regional divisions
Lansing July 2. The Michigan State Telephone Company reshapes its structure from two to four regional divisions with headquarters in Detroit Lansing Saginaw and Menominse. A J Peckham of Detroit becomes superintendent of the southern division as Ben R Marsh and Lew J Walley transfer there. A E Hantiy of Saginaw will head the central division.
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Lansing
Michigan State Telephone Company
Detroit
Saginaw
Menominse
Kalamazoo
Jackson
A.J. Peckham
Ben R. Marsh
Lew J. Walley
A. E. Hantiy
Not This Fine Vacation Plan
A teacher answering a reader question about vacation plans says she will stay home to care for family duties, cooking and housework while her mother takes a vacation. The exchange questions whether the plan is ordinary.
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White Mountains
Colorado
Clare Chamber Announces Banquet Date Set July 3
As we go to press the Chamber of Commerce banquet date is fixed for Tuesday evening July 3. The exact venue is not yet determined but a capable caterer or basket will be secured. The club seeks experienced guidance for planning.
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Chamber of Commerce
Sorghum and Millet Suggested for Late Hay Shortage
C BR Megee of the M A C Farm Crops Department notes millet as a dependable late crop to offset hay shortages, with sowing guidelines and yields from recent trials. Sorghums, especially Early Amber, are also recommended for Michigan conditions, with drilling rates near 35 to 40 pounds per acre.
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C. BR. Megee
M. A. C. Farm Crops Department
Gava
Megeese
College Experiment Station
Michigan
Sheriff Coon targets bootleggers in Isabella County
Suspicious Sheriff Coon remains active in Isabella County raiding stills and bootleg operations. Reports note Mike McGuire of Vernon was found intoxicated after visits to John Rodabaughs, paying fines for drunkenness, as a warrant yields a raisin mash sample sent to Lansing for testing. Further action pending lab results.
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Rodabatugh
Notice to Clare landowners on weed destruction
City of Clare warns owners and occupiers to cut down and destroy all noxious weeds on their land by July 15 1920. Noncompliance within ten days after the date will lead to weed cutting costs charged against the property like taxes. Dated July 6 1920 by order of the Common Council.
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City of
Clare
The
Common C Council
Archbold and Goudie Wed in Detroit Parish
Rev. Davis united Philip Goudie and Miss Marie Archbold in marriage at the M. E. Parsonage on Wednesday July 7. Goudie, a Detroit resident, and Archbold, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Archbold of Vernon, receive congratulations and best wishes from The Sentinel.
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M. EH. Parascnart
Rev. Davis
Philip Goudie
Detroit
Marie Archbold
A. J. Archbold
Vernon
Card of Thanks for Kindness After Bereavement
We thank friends and neighbors for kindness and sympathy after our recent bereavement. Special thanks for the music and the beautiful flowers. J. W. Fonner A. A. Archboid Family.
Northeastern Michigan debuts photo spread of outdoor summer beauty
The Detroit Free Press publishes a two page photogravure feature on June 20 showcasing forests high roads lakes and trout streams across northeastern Michigan. It highlights camping scenes fishing at An Sable and Indian rivers summer homes grayling hatchery and maps of roads lakes and streams. The bureau reports increased tourist inquiries and praise for the publicity effort.
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Michigan
Detroit Free Press
An Sable
Boreauh
Burzon
Obituary of Mrs Delilah J Fonner in Vernon and Clare
Mrs Delilah J Fonner Snider died at her Vernon home at 2 30 a m July 4 1920 aged 65 6 27. She married John W Fonner Nov 4 1877 near Ft Wayne Indiana. Survived by husband one daughter seven grandchildren three sisters two brothers and many relatives. Funeral by Rev Davia at Clare Methodist Church July 6 burial Cherry Grove.
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Delilah J. Snider
Vernon
John W. Fonner
Ft. Wayne
Ind
Onion
Arthur J. Archbold
Davia
Clare
Cherry Grove
Sunday School Basket Picnic at Alwood's Grove
A Sunday School union picnic is planned at Alwood's grove on Wednesday July 21 with a forenoon ball game and amusements. An afternoon program features speakers and activities. Everyone is invited with a filled basket to support a good cause.
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Union
Alwood’s Grove
Auction Ad for M. Fisher Stock Sale in Hatton
An upcoming auction by M. Fisher in Hatton township auctions a large stock including a fine young Holstein and many cows. The sale starts at 1 p m with lunch provided for distant buyers. Note the date July 14 and plan to attend.
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M. Fisher
Hatton Township
Michigan farmers' marketing co ops boost future city consumer interests
Director R J Baldwin of Michigan Agricultural College argues farm organizations lower marketing costs and stabilize production. He cites California Fruit Growers Exchange and Michigan Potato and Fruit groups, saying consumer prices reflect supply law and profitable farming drives safe, adequate food for all.
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Michigan
R. J. Baldwin
Michigan Agricultural College
Balwie
Baldwin
California
Supply
Food Consumers of
América
Birthday Surprise At Verasca Home
Mrs Bert Graham celebrated her 44th birthday with a gathering at the Verasca home hosted by Mr and Mrs Bert Graham. Attendees included Mr and Mrs John Colby and families, Mr and Mrs Arthhur Graham of Mr. Pleasant, Mr and Mrs Bertie Graham and families, Mr and Mrs Wilment Graham and daughter of Farwell, and Mr and Mrs Burnette Graham and family of Saginaw. The group planned to surprise Mrs Graham and left with a large easy chair as a gift.
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John Colby
Arthhur Graham
Pleasant
Bertie Graham
Wilment Graham
Farwell
Burnette Graham
Saginaw
Bert Graham
Verasca
Graham
Thankful appreciation after the loss of husband and father
The Kelier family thanks neighbors and friends for support during bereavement. They express gratitude for flowers and condolences and acknowledge Rev Holmes and Knapper for comforting words. Signed by Mrs M L Kelier and family and Mr and Mrs G W Stough, The Brothers and Sisters.
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Holmes and
Knapper
M. L. Kelier
G. W. Stough
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Fue
Pepe
Circuit Court
Clare Chamber
John Rodabaugh
Archbold-Goudie
J. W. Fonner
A. A. Archboid
Fami
Free Press
Delilah J. Fonner
Alwood Grove
City Consumer
Barrus’ Store
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