Local golfers prize Twin Elms tournament with lively play
Local golfers at Twin Elms enjoyed a Thursday tournament with low scores led by Natt Smith and Roy Comer. Ed praised Al Crum's Twin Elms loyalty while Al joked about Jesse's veracity. Dick Hartshorn noted wrist mishap affecting his Thursday score as Mort’s lessons aided Homer Douglas who posted eighty two.
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Tnal
Homer Douglas
Henry Doll
al Crum
Twin Elms
Portland
Jesse
Eid
Dick Hartshorn
Joe Naumes
Charles D. Brophy
Rick Hartshorn
Norris Elden
Austin Bates
Dr. Mulder
Harry Smith
Natt Smith
Roy Comer
Dr. C. B. Neff
Roy
Hol. Johnston
Ball
Glenn Thompson
Henry
Mort
Tim Frey
Red Cross Surgical Dressing Unit Pauses Meetings
The Red Cross announces there will be no more meetings to make surgical dressings until September due to the busy season.
Cherries to Clare Monday July 31
J. M. Davis announces a shipment of cherries will depart for Clare on Monday July 31 carrying a heavy load of cherries from the orchards.
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Clare
J. M. Davis
Paper table cloths offered for large events
The Sentinel announces a limited supply of paper table cloths suitable for large parties and public suppers. Individuals and organizations may obtain them while stock lasts. If you have excess items, place a Sentinel classified ad to sell them.
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the Sentinel
Sentinel
Garfield Township Unit School 1944 Annual Report and Election
The Garfield Township Unit School held its annual election on July 10 to elect one trustee for three years and conduct other business. Roscoe Bellows received all ten votes. The Farwell State Bank designated as the school depository. Financial statements show general fund cash balance, revenue receipts from taxes and aid, and expenditures across administration, instruction, transportation, building operations, insurance, and maintenance with totals around $6,447 to $7,182.
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Garfield Township Unit
Roscoe Bellows
Farwell State Bank
General Fund
Nursemaid care for US planes via mobile repair trailers
US Army Air Forces deploys mobile repair units dubbed garages on wheels in North Africa and other fronts. Trailers, each a compact workshop, perform skin grafting repairs, instrument overhauls, electrical work, and supply tasks to speed up aircraft turnaround and maintain air superiority.
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North Africa
United States Army Air Forces
Air Service Command
America
12Th Air Force Air Service Command
Uncle Sam
WACS to Wear Ribbon in Lieu of New Millinery
London dispatch reports 186 WACs authorized to wear the service ribbon for theater of war service in the American theater. The crossing was described as an extended cruise with time outside continental United States. The order, signed by Lieut. Gen. Jacob L. Devers, notes the ribbon is an extra honor adding color to the olive drab.
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London
United States
Jacob L. Devers
Even Storks Shun Nazis, Missionary Says
In a letter from Southern Rhodesia, Rev. Arthur J. Orner tells Prof. C A Taylor of Cornell that storks migrating to Rhodesia during the European winter disassociated themselves from the Axis by staying there in 1943. The birds normally begin their return in March or April.
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Ithaca
N. Y
Germany
Rhodesia
Africa
C. A. Taylor
Cornell
Arthur J. Orner
Horses Are Found Headed Into Oblivion
St Paul. A. L. Harvey professor of animal husbandry at the University of Minnesota cites a survey of 500 stallion owners in Minnesota showing a 60.8 percent stock decline in recent years.
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ST. Paul
A. L. Harvey
University of Minnesota
Minnesota
Stirling Auto Found in Pontiac After Short Absence
Dr. Charles Stirling local veterinarian left his late model Pontiac in front of Kroger last Thursday with keys in sight. He returned to find the car missing, triggering a state police search that led to its recovery Saturday on a Pontiac street. Only a spare wheel and tire and possibly some gasoline were missing.
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Charles Stirling
Kroger
Stirling
Mt. Pleasant
Pontiac
Pontiac Police Department
Chance of a Lifetime Dog Bite Death Writings
A man bitten by a dog with rabies is told he cannot be saved by serum. He sits at a desk deciding his fate and begins writing a list of people he plans to bite, while the doctor attempts to comfort him.
Painter's Liberty vs Doctor's Burden Explained
A humorous exchange contrasts creative freedom with medical duty. Harry questions choosing painting over medicine while Jerry notes painters can erase errors, whereas doctors must face consequences of fatal outcomes.
Confidence Gap Over Five Bucks
A brief dialogue shows Harry asking Jerry for five dollars and Jerry replying he has confidence but none of the money to lend. The exchange highlights a light humorous moment between two individuals and a practical limitation in their friendship.
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Harry
Jerry
Reading and Riting Teacher Joke Card
A playful exchange features a teacher quizzing Johnny on ages. Johnny answers his father is thirty five, prompting a quip about assigning homework more suited to his age. The moment captures schoolyard humor and parental wit.
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Johnny
John
Vice Versa on Stage Like a Sly Speaker
Comedian exchange notes how Harry acts as a speaker while Jerry teases that the audience preempts him. The banter highlights quick wit and mutual jabs about timing and performance.
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Harry
Jerry
New Neighbor Offers Questionable Liquor
MacTavish reports a neighbor provided a drink described as very bad, so unpleasant that the speaker nearly failed to finish it after stopping by last evening.
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Jones
Not Interested Mother Discusses Bathing Idea
Dialogue captures a brief exchange where a mother questions bathing while Sonny considers it, and Harry tests for a secret with Mary affirming willingness to keep it. The fragment centers on curiosity and cautious secrecy among children.
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Sonny
Providence feeds birds and brooks farmer plea
A brief dialogue shows a preacher praising Providence for daily bread while a farmer complains his corn is being taken, expressing frustration over sharing with birds. The scene hints at rural life and moral commentary on providence and ownership.
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Providence
Judge Questioned Over Separation After Half Century Marriage
The judge asks why separation is sought after more than fifty years of marriage. The husband replies that enough is enough, signaling a decisive end to the long union.
Stranger-Taxi Driver Duel Over Route
A hurried passenger orders a taxi with a sharp request to hurry. The driver replies he is accelerating but cannot know the destination, leading to a brisk, humorous exchange as they travel several blocks.
Small Change Bill and Odd Debt Exchange
A brief note mentions a bill and an odd exchange of debts. The speaker references Jerry and Jou and notes that both owe a dollar. No other context or dates provided.
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Jerry
Jou
Corruption of Advertising Standards in 19th Century Media
A fragmented snippet notes skepticism toward corset ads and figures, suggesting advertiser exaggeration. The piece hints at nitpicking figures and truthfulness in promotional material, reflecting concerns about misleading claims in period commerce.
The Little Blue Star Poem
A short lyric notes a cloudless summer night and a single blue star shining for the speaker. It contrasts celestial brightness with the lone star in the window that shines for the loved one, ending with a promise of lasting light for lovers.
Special School Election in Surrey and Treeman Districts
Notice announces a July 29 1944 special school election at Surrey township hall to decide uniting Farwell Rural Agricultural School District with Treeman Township Unit School District. Polls open 10 am to 5 pm Eastern War Time. Bernard Schofield secretary of education board.
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Surrey Township Hall
Farwell Rural Agricultural School
Surrey, Lincoln and Beach District
Treeman Township
Hungry defense invokes inflation in robbery trial
A defendant blames hunger for the theft of fifty thousand dollars, arguing the motive as a joke about inflation. The judge instructs the jury to consider the evidence and determine guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.
Classified livestock notices for sale
Cows for sale and thirty seven ten week old pigs offered by Walter Kleiner located five miles north three east and a half north of Clare. buyers contact for details.
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Walter Kleiner
Clare
Loss of laying hens drops after better management
Improved management practices lowered death losses of laying hens nationwide from 19.4 percent in 1942 to 16.2 percent in 1943.
Providence Police Take Enforcement Over Red Motorcycle Rampage
Residents of Clare reported a red motorcycle zigzagging through streets endangering traffic. State Police pledged action after a Tuesday incident. The bike was later found burning near the Ideal Theatre, extinguished by firefighters with minimal damage to a nearby car. Citizens felt relief as enforcement shifted to Providence, promising peace for a time.
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Clare
Ideal Theatre
Our Fair City
Providence
Appreciation Note From Bedbound Parishioner
A patient expresses gratitude for cards prayers flowers and fruit received while recovering in bed. The note thanks Dr Ballard Rev and Mrs Cleveland and Church of God members. Signed Hola McDonel.
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Dr. Ballard
Cleveland
Church of God
Notice to pick berries on property
Property owner invites pickers to harvest blackberries at rates of fifty cents per day or two quarts per person per day. No advertising cost. entry payment covers harvesting access on the land.
Gilmore Family Expresses Gratitude for Kindness After Mother's Passing
The Gilmore family thanks friends for tributes during their mother’s illness and after her passing. They note the sympathy, flowers, and support helped them cope and cherish her lasting influence. Signed by Mr. and Mrs. S. F. Gilmore and family and several Gilmore relatives.
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S. F. Gilmore
Meta M. Gilmore
Minna W. Leatner
Mary L. Gilmore
A. E. Gilmore
J. L. Meachum
Border Reunion At Clare Tourist Park This Sunday
The Border reunion will be held Sunday July 30 at Clare Tourist Park. Attendees are asked to bring sugar for a pot luck lunch.
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Clare
Card of Thanks for Kate Miller
The Miller family thanks friends and neighbors for kindness during Kate Miller's illness and death. Gratitude for floral tributes, the minister and singers, and for Russell Thurston's sympathetic service expressed by Nettie B Miller Carl Miller Frank E Miller and family Winnie Miller.
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Kate Miller
Russell Thurston
Sirevice
Nettie B. Miller
Carl Miller
Frank E. Miller
Winnie Miller
Thanking St. Cecilia’s Altar Society and Friends
Edith Colmus expresses gratitude to St. Cecilia’s Altar Society for fruit and to Mr. and Mrs. Harrison Simmons for care during illness, thanking all friends for their kindness and support.
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St. Cecilia’s Altar Society
Harrison Simmons
Edith Colmus
Dance by Rebekah Club and Odd Fellows at L O C Hall
The Rebekah Club and Odd Fellows announce a dance at the L O C Hall on Saturday evening July 29. Admission is 50 cents per couple with extra ladies at 25 cents and children at 15 cents. Everyone is welcome to attend.
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Rebekah Club
Odd Fellows
Birthday thanks from Mus. dessio Davis
I wish to thank my friends neighbors and relatives for the lovely cards and gifts I received for my eighty first birthday. Mus. dessio Davis.
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George Scott
Financial Report
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Board of Education
Georges Scott
U.S
Tke
Stirling Auto
Dave
Bank Credit
Clare, Michigan
WM. H. Bicknell
Member
Federal Reserve System
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
Wise
Guy
Mary
Little Blue
M.K.B. Curtis Oil Co
Saul
Bernard Schofield
Hola McDonel
John Oman
Border Reunion
Mus
Dessio Davis
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