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Newspaper
Clare Sentinel
Location
Clare, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1939
Page
8
Rates for the Clare Sentinel explain subscriptions at 1.50 yearly to Michigan and 2.00 to other points, single copies six cents, 10c per line for locals, 5c per line for ag fillers, with 10c extra for headings and 25c for ten lines cards of thanks. Officials request Judge Wylie arrange probate printing by The Sentinel.
The Drummond family annual reunion took place Tuesday July 4 in Harrison near the Richard White farm. Twenty five members and guests attended a pot luck picnic and program with vocal selections and recitations. Officiants elected for next year included Rev E E Drummond president Harley Drummond vice president Marjorie Drummond secretary and Paul Drummond treasurer.
The Brooks DeFrost family held its annual reunion on July 4 at Wilson State Park in Harrison. Relatives enjoyed a picnic lunch, a brief program, and officer elections before a rain storm prompted an early departure. organizers planned next year’s gathering.
Mrs Clara Titus of Mt Pleasant entertained twelve Harrison high school alumnae at her Budd Lake cottage on July 6. Guests recalled school days with photos and stories, shared current addresses and occupations, swam in Bud Lake, and ended with ice cream and cake.
Theater party attends Maizie at Clare Ideal Theater then socializes at Mrs. Cue's home. Guests recount high school memories and view Mrs. Clure's photo collection of the old gang, marking a happy revival of memories from years gone by.
The obituary notes the sudden death of Mrs. Lester F. Leonard of Harrison from heart failure early Sunday. Funeral services were held at the Lake Street home Wednesday at eleven, with the Harrison chapter O. B. H. S. officiating, and interment followed in Freeport. The Sentinel will publish a fuller life story next week.
The Harrison High School Class of 1930 honored Mr and Mrs Rex Harper of Bridgeport Connecticut at a farewell party on July 6. Guests included the Langs McKenna’s Wallace Harpers Walters and Carey families. The Harpers left Friday for Connecticut after visiting Harrison relatives.
Mrs. R. A. Hayes, a former Harrison resident and frequent visitor, died last week at St. Mary's hospital in Saginaw. Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon. Mr. Hayes, a former railroad conductor on the Harrison line, and the family had long been part of the community.
Eliphas Ralph Wright, three months old, died Friday morning from heart failure. He was found dead in his bed after a night of seeming good health. Funeral services were held Saturday at Murphy funeral home with Hitler David Bailey officiating. Interment followed at Maple Grove Cemetery. A twin sister had died a few days after birth.
Mrs Fred Schuett entertained the Congregational Bible Class at her home with sixteen guests joining a daytime and evening session. Mrs A B Lucas acted as vice president in Miss Emily Cleveland’s absence and Mrs C W Hastings was elected vice president to fill the vacancy. The group planned an August 8 evening meeting at Wilson State Park after a pot luck supper.
A distinguished bishop on a rail journey cannot locate his ticket when challenged by an inspector who jokes about finding it on a second round. The bishop insists he must find the ticket to know his destination, while the exchange ends with a humorous insistence on the need to locate it.
An angel child asks for a box of powder for a sister. The chemist, good natured and sly, questions if it bangs or puffs. The exchange ends with a playful misdirection about harmless fun rather than danger.
A playful exchange unfolds as the artist praises a Madam's coloring and she hints at a secret in her compact. The witty dialogue blends flattery with a sly invite to reveal the trick behind the vivid hue.
A shopper negotiates film options for her daughter, preferring regular over verichrome due to cost though verichrome is faster. The clerk confirms the price difference, but the customer insists on the regular film. The exchange highlights consumer decision based on speed versus price.
A brief item notes a punny exchange in the Royal Arcanum Bulletin where a father asks his son about marks and the son replies they are under water, then clarifies below a level in a lighthearted quip.
A village constable reports a phone message accusing a person named Schubert of being murdered at the venue. The promoter urges caution, noting two sides to every question, while a prospect quips about fly paper illustrating differing views.
Report describes Maria refusing to take the drug as a doctor’s sleeping powder is prescribed, while a companion insists she should. The exchange ends with a warning about not getting the front door key.
In a humorous exchange from the Washington tar, a patron complains about rough treatment while a cautious speaker notes he praises his wife’s cooking to support her. The quip about skin and tenderness underlines domestic tact in daily life.
Actor Tyrone Power is part of a playful classroom moment as Teacher Andy asks a student to write a confession on the board. Andy jokingly scolds a student calling himself a bad boy while Power signs his name and engages in light banter.
A brisk dialogue recalls a burglar incident heard by a speaker and a dramatic descent down stairs while discussing the intruder. Betty questions the burglar’s location atop the roof.
A playful exchange about two words containing a thousand letters. The dialogue centers on a post office setting with a teacher and Oliver responding to a prompt.
After Caspian Sea recession, archaeologists uncover stone blocks with animal drawings and Arabic inscriptions near a fortress wall by the Bay of Baku. The find is dated to the Twelfth Century, linking to historic caravans and spice routes.
Chicago reports a kitten perched three days in a tree on the University of Chicago campus. Police and fire crews failed to dislodge it until Michael Osmolski, a newsboy, climbed up and saved the cat.
In a quirky habit noted about Oliver Wendell Holmes, the jurist carried a chestnut in one pocket and a potato in another to deter rheumatic discomfort. The anecdote reflects Holmes's eccentric superstition.
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