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Newspaper
Clare Sentinel
Location
Clare, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1949
Page
10
North Bradley leads in a high scoring game with Worth Bradley setting a team record for runs. Dover defeats K C as Rosebush and Schaeffers post wins while standings show Clare Mfg and DeMolay atop the league.
Alma College’s Stumpfig carded a clutch par on the extra hole to defeat Mt. Pleasant’s McLoughlin after a tight final. Eddie Goggin beat Bob Wardrop 3-2 in the fifth championship flight. Fritz Sedewal-up edged Pete Davis 1-up in a late comeback.
City garbage workers report excess water in containers hampers handling. Citizens urged to drain liquids and keep cans covered to keep rainwater out. Noncompliance may result in uncollected garbage.
There will be no operators or chauffeurs licenses issued at the Clare County Jail between Monday July 29 and Saturday July 30 due to the end of the examiners.
New York reports photo electric tube driven controls becoming a ten million dollar yearly business. Firms like Ripley Co. and General Electric expand use from factory safety to automatic lighting, burglar alarms, bottle sorting, and early fire warnings.
New York panel of five store executives warns that job seekers in retailing should avoid haute fashion at interviews. Simple grooming is valued, as male interviewers may tailor outfits, making over dressing a common downfall for capable applicants. Interviews at NYU clinic on careers in retailing emphasized calm, professional presentation.
Ithaca New York Cornell University placement head John N. Munschainer reports June 1949 graduates will enter higher paying roles. Starting salaries rose at several firms from 285 to 305 dollars and 275 to 300, with engineering entrants seeing the strongest gains.
Highway Commissioner Charles M. Ziegler announces responsibility for trunkline maintenance has moved to Kladwin County, the sixty eighth county to take over state highway work. Isabella county remains under state control, with about 55 miles of roads supervised by the state. The Isabella County Board of Supervisors has not finalized action as policy shifts at the county road commission bring in a new engineer-manager. Clare County was among the first to revert to county maintenance after Ziegler’s election.
U S department figures show farm production costs nearly triple from 1935 39 to 1947 reaching 14.9 billion dollars while wages rise to 3.5 times the 1935 39 level. Prices sag with corn and wheat 25 to 40 percent below early 1948 peaks. Good soil management offers relief through deeper legume rotation and green manure to boost yields and cut costs.
Dry skim milk officially termed non fat dry milk solids appears in retail markets in compact home size packages. The product offers convenience and nutritive value, making it a staple alongside flour, sugar and salt for thrifty homemakers.
Pratt School announces its annual homecoming on August 14. A noon pot luck dinner will be followed by entertainment. All former teachers, pupils, and families are invited to attend.
Isabella county Pomona Grange will hold its annual picnic on July 24 at Feuchter's Landing on the south bank of Hight Point Lake. Everyone is welcome. J Archambault Pomona Master welcomes attendees.
A grateful message thanks friends and relatives for cards letters flowers and gifts received during a hospital stay and after returning home. The note expresses gratitude to all, signed Dorothy Thompson. A separate line mentions Bob's Sales & Service in Clare offering to handle tough jobs economically.
A terse note indicates a salesperson or agent named F Hen Shi es offers no money down repair terms. The fragment suggests an online ad or listing promoting home improvement services with payment-light options.
The defendant was fined 50 dollars plus 3 50 dollars in costs and had his chauffeur's license surrendered. City police warn that thieves of hubcaps rims and mirrors will be prosecuted. Twenty chickens were stolen from a Rosebush flock. A young woman in a Kaiser sedan created a scene at Hotel Doherty claiming a Chicago trip, with links to Lansing Mt Pleasant Gary and Chicago. Police tracked the Isabella county license to Mary Ann Hagleman. Mt Pleasant officials questioned her sanity.
Mt Pleasant leads with 19 points, Clare 1, Leaton 18, Coleman 4, Rosebush 10, Wise 3, Weidman 6, Harrison 5. Next Sunday fixtures feature Farwell at Harrison, Rosebush at Clare, Coleman at Wise, Mt Pleasant at Weidman, and Open date at Seaton.
The estate of Viola Valentine through administrator Joseph K. Naumes offers the cottage and furnishings at Lake Michigan on Perch Lake for sale. Bids may be made in person or by mail to Joseph K. Naumes of Clare, Michigan.
Mrs. John Garver thanks friends and relatives for cards and flowers that brightened her stay at Community Hospital in Mt. Pleasant. She expresses gratitude to all who offered support.
Local agent Roy A. Hoover in Clare promotes Fremont Mutual Fire Insurance Company offering dependable fire and lightning protection with telephone contact 146-W4 for policy inquiries.
Notice to electors of Freeman Township Clare County Michigan. Election set for Friday August 8 1949 from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM at the township hall to decide if spirits may be sold for consumption on premises in Freeman under state law. Cecil Gaffney township clerk 4312.
Farwell Public Schools invites sealed proposals for a new elementary school building with General Heating Plumbing and Electrical contracts. Bids due by 8:00 PM August 16 1949 with 5 percent bid bond. Plans available from architect Warren Holmes Company for ten dollar deposit. Donald Smith secretary.
Words cannot express our gratitude for all the kind acts and expressions of sympathy during the loss of our little Dickie. Thank you to Rev. Chas. Rieinhardt and wife Mr. Fanning of Harrison and Mrs. Ted Newman and son Arnold. Grateful thanks from Mr. and Mrs Dale Athey and family Mrs. Rose Athey Aunts and Uncles.
The schedule lists Saturday hours for July 23 1949 to September 3 1949 with Joseph K Naumes, Harold B Hughes and Joseph K Naumes again rotating weeks. The notice appears from Clare County Bar Association and includes a contact line.
The family of Mary B. Gamble expresses heartfelt thanks to neighbors and friends for acts of kindness and flowers after her passing. Special thanks are given to Rev Negins, Mr and Mrs Stanley, the Welch family, pallbearers, and Mr Friz for their support.
Robert Wilson expresses gratitude to the Farwell School District for loyal support at the July 21 election. He thanks voters, officials, and supporters for their confidence and backing.
Local shop announces full zipper repair capability for all zipper types with new equipment and trained staff. The advertisement mentions a focus on quick turnaround and trusted workmanship for garments bags and luggage.
A patient thanks friends and neighbors for cards and letters while at the hospital in Ann Arbor. Special thanks go to the Girls of Barnes Cafe for flowers and Mrs. Barnes for the Best Wishes gift.
A Loomis School ice cream social is announced for Friday July 22. The Loomis P T A will host serving of home baked goods and refreshments at 4 30 p m. Proceeds support school programs.
A local dining spot named Midway Restaurant reportedly ends operations after marketing 24 hour service. The notice mentions Sean and a care phone reference with unclear timing or details about the closure.
Eleven Holstein and one Guernsey heifers well bred will begin to freshen in September average weight about 950 pounds Forrest Johnston located one mile west of Rosebush contact Rosebush 63 F5 for details
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