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Newspaper
Clare Sentinel
Location
Clare, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1932
Page
1
A Sunday baccalaureate at the high school featured Miss Doris Gerow leading the processional and several choral numbers. Rev. John B. Lockyer and Father Morrison urged graduates to cultivate unwavering integrity and prudent trust, linking character to social stability and lifelong education.
Wednesday afternoon at the Methodist parsonage Rev. John Lockyer united in marriage Miss Martha Roland and Russell N. Cook, both of Greenwood township. They were attended by Miss Ollie Cook and Arthur McQuestion of Harrison. Beginning June 16th our sales will be for cash only. Fred M. Morgan.
Three year old Jackie McConnell son of Vic and Mrs Emmett McConnell of Detroit died from injuries sustained when struck by an auto three weeks ago. The remains were taken to his grandparents Mr and Mrs Joseph McConnell in Vernon. Funeral services were held at St Cecilia church with Rev Fr Morrison officiating and interment in the church cemetery.
Donna D Bradley aged 21 years and 24 days died Wednesday evening at Samaritan hospital Bay City after a two month struggle with pneumonia. She had worked at the Bell Telephone office and was the daughter of Mr and Mrs Harry Bradley of Sheridan township. Funeral arrangements were not yet set as the forms closed.
Mrs. Hugh Allen of Bay City died suddenly Tuesday after signaling she was dying while her husband drove from a daughter’s home. Though she had a weak heart, medical aid arrived too late and she passed from heart trouble. The body rests at Thurston Funeral Home with Friday burial in Cherry Grove. Interment will be in Sheridan township. The family had attended a funeral earlier for Rev. Frank W Bates.
Zenobia chapter O. B. will hold a school of instruction next Monday night. A pot luck dinner will be served at seven o clock. All Masons and Stat s are invited. Price per plate 25 cents.
Clare county voters are told that Tho G Bowler is a candidate for the Republican nomination for Prosecuting Attorney at the September 18 primaries. The notice endorses Bowler as the chosen party contender.
Frank Nelson Bates born May 8 1888 died June 5 1932 at his home in Sheridan township age about 23 at his father's death he took charge of the family farm and later served as a minister His wife Jennie Allen and three children Orville Lawrence Norma survive along with siblings Mrs Bowler Alois Gibis and George The funeral at Hagle church drew a large crowd reflecting his reputation as a soul winner and faithful preacher
Veterans who joined or become members of the American Legion by July 10 will receive a free 32 page booklet outlining federal and state laws for World War veterans. Omer Parent, post commander, says the plain language guide eliminates legal jargon and includes practical claims guidance. It covers how to start and follow through on compensation claims with sample steps and documentation.
Michigan Bell Telephone promotes the state as a vacation and fishing destination. Ads ran in this paper on May 19 and 26 as part of a statewide series appearing in 250 Michigan newspapers. The effort marks the fifth year of the campaign to boost state prosperity.
Articles filed in Lansing reveal plans for a 160 mile gas pipeline from Clare and Mt. Pleasant fields to Detroit capable of 100 million cubic feet daily. The line targets Detroit industries and towns, with design by James P. McCloskey and surveying by Walter J. Lehner.
Clare county residents bought an average of 2.26 seals, placing the county fifty six in Michigan for the 1931 sale. The county total reached $159.34, with a statewide per capita average of 3.42 cents. The Michigan Tuberculosis Association notes remittances may raise the total slightly.
Local ad fragment shows pricing for per gallon spray paint and mentions a contact name FF Gregner. The readable text is incomplete but implies a store listing for paint products and a sales prompt.
Judge Arthur J. Lacy spoke to over seven hundred depositors at the high school Monday night to explain the proposed five year reorganization and the related receivership. A about ninety eight percent supported the plan. more than 200 agreements were signed by Monday, with thirty five percent of the needed 850000 collected as of Wednesday night.
Annie Wood Garland daughter of Richard and Mary Woods was born May 11 1858 in Godrich Ontario Canada and moved to Michigan as a teen. She married Nichols Garland then James Garland and had ten children total, two of whom died young. Survived by three daughters and two sons, she passed away in Clare on June 1 1938 after a long illness and devout religious faith.
Arthur Sheffield announces life guards on the beach at Wilson State Park Harrison Sundays holidays and days with special activities to ensure bather safety at the lake. Wool bathing suits are available for rent and strict attention will be given to public safety at Michigan's leading resort during the season.
Hrnie Sprague a carrier had his mail truck stolen from the curb at Union Depot while unloading a transfer truck from the Pere Marquette train. A man watched the vehicle and drove away as engine noise started. Sheriff Woods notified state police. Flint police later arrested two suspects and recovered the truck. Sheriff Woods and Sprague traveled to recover and identify the men.
Mary B. Parrish of Clare Michigan born February 7 1849 died May 30 1932 in Petoskey. Her service was at Thurston Funeral Home with Rev Dawe and Zenobia Chapter O B S in charge. She was a charter member and first past worthy matron of Zenobia Chapter D H S Clare. She leaves husband William L Parrish and children among 11 grandchildren and great grandchildren.
The Clare County Circuit Court met Monday June 6 in Harrison for a very brief session. Most cases were continued due to the illness of Prosecuting Attorney T Carl Holbrook. only two matters were decided. Several cases were continued to the next term and a number were dismissed or settled.
The Ideal Theatre features a double bill Ladies of the Jury and No One Man on Thur-Fri, Riding for Justice on Sat, and The Wet Parade with Prohibition debate on Sun-Mon. Also listed are Ginette Marriage with Irene Dunne, Pat O’Brien, plus a Symphony of Six Million and matinees Tuesday and Saturday at 2:30 p.m.
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