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Newspaper
Clare Sentinel
Location
Clare, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1949
Page
4
The Opportunity Bond Drive is set to end June 30 with nationwide reach though Clare county reports only 27 percent of its quota. The message urges saving and buying Savings Bonds to support the war’s aftermath, keep the economy sound, and ensure national security for a peaceful future.
A local eatery, Shez Midway Restaurant, begins 24 hour operation offering complete meals at any time. The opening signals round the clock dining for customers seeking late night or early morning options.
Pastor Robert Salau a native South Sea Islander will speak at the statewide Seventh-day Adventist camp near Grand Ledge Michigan from June 24 to July 3. The program features devotional studies and talks by church officials with activities for all ages. Attendance could reach 25000, and veterans of South Pacific warfare are welcomed.
Irene Browers formerly of Lima Ohio will be at Clare Baptist Church next Sunday for both morning and evening services. She will draw on an electric light drawing board and perform with her vibra harp during the 11:00 am preaching service and 7:46 pm evening service. All welcome. Pastor H B Redman invites and urges attendees to bring friends.
Insurance notice for Fremont Mutual Fire Insurance Company offering protection via local agent Roy A. Hoover at 392 Clare Avenue Clare Michigan R-1 with phone 146-W4. Organized in 1876.
The fourth annual Four County Dairy Day showcased 57 registered dairy cattle with placings listed by breed and class. Grand champions include Donald Holbrook of Clare in Holsteins and Morris Penrose of Clare in Holsteins, with multiple winners from Freeland, Coleman, Rosebush, and other towns. 4-H and F.F.A. judging contests awarded top honors to Vernell Barager, Isabell, Bill Hutchins, and Delmar Tomlenson among others, while weather affected exhibit entries.
The Clare School District No. 2 will hold its annual meeting at Clare High School in the auditorium Monday evening July 11 at 8 00 p m EST. The purpose is to elect two trustees to fill vacancies of O D Bayes and Dr C B Neff and to address other business as needed. Bayes secretary to the Board of Education.
Temples of Lansing and Pleasant places host a flurry of relatives and friends visiting Clare and surrounding towns. Local families include Grinnells Schramms and Wrights with trips to Traverse City Battle Creek and Muskegon. A notable hospital bones expert consult and several road trips punctuate the social note.
Mr and Mrs Bert Douglas hosted relatives including Tom Crawford and Miss Anna of Temple for Father's Day. Harold Richardson of Pontiac and Virginia Gordon joined with other family groups at Wilson State Park Harrison. Several locals from Flint Carson City Mt Pleasant and Saginaw spent the holiday with kin. A note on pleasant Tuesday rain closes the column.
Beaverton readies its annual homecoming with events July 2 dance at the Community Building and July 3 air show two ball games. July 4 parade children events boat races and fireworks. Prizes from the Beaverton Post VFW include deep freeze equipment and other gifts.
Mrs Ina Hammond Michigan American Gold Star Mothers Inc president attended the National Convention in Chicago June 6 11 with about 1500 delegates. Highlights included opening ceremonies for the State Street Bridge dedication at Bataan and Corregidor memorial service and a Rockefeller Chapel service.
Main Street donor Mr. Vernon Grange gave copies of The Friend of The Farmer to Clare Public Library and to Clare city school, a 400 page history of the Grange. Postcard photo shows Mr. and Mrs. J Stuart Bicknell, Mr. and Mrs. Dan McDonald, and Atty. Harold B. Hughes in New York City on the Empire State Building observatories. A Buck deer was seen roaming East Sixth Street gardens, jumping fences into several yards, leaving a hair on a fence.
The American Legion and Auxiliary Tenth District will hold a meeting in Oscoda Michigan on Sunday June 26 starting at 3 00 p m. Local members are urged to attend this district gathering.
Claere County Bar Assn lists Saturday hours for the summer with jurists Joseph K Naumes Harold B Hughes for dates June 25 1949 July 2 9 16 23 30 1949 August 6 13 27 1949 and September 38 1949. An advertisement adds a kitchen cabinet breakfast set and small dresser for sale with phone number 356 R.
The Cochran Family expresses gratitude to friends and neighbors for sympathy and flowers after the loss of their aged wife and mother. Revered Kreinhardt offered comfort and singing blessings during the time of mourning.
A wedding shower honoring Mr and Mrs Frank Ahac nee May Madison will be held at Odd Fellow Hall on Saturday night June 25. The event features a potluck lunch and all are welcome to attend.
A compact notice from H N Bergey invites customers to visit at 221 US 10 Farwell with a promise that patronage will be appreciated. The message includes a P O Box 56.
Clare county Pomona Grange will convene at Riverside Grange on Tuesday June 28 with Marie Stanley serving as secretary.
The family of Mrs. Hattie Dennis thanks friends and neighbors for their many acts of kindness and sympathy. They also thank Rev. Chas. B. Hahn for comforting words and the W.S.C.S. for the luncheon.
The location for the horse pulling contests scheduled for Saturday June 26 has been changed to the Clare Tourist Park on North US 27.
Help wanted for baling wire. Ed Schiemann lists baled wire for sale. Contact Gladwin area at 384-P12 or by phone. Location specified as six miles east of Spikehorns, one mile south and a half mile east.
Federal trucks to handle tough jobs economically as Bob's Sales and Service advertises equipment at 10 McHwan Street Clara.
Dan McDonald promotes a budget-friendly posting for motor and transmission jobs with no down payment, highlighting his role as a friendly Ford dealer.
The notice states the business now offers repair for any zipper type with the new equipment. It highlights Lott Band Box Cleanera as the provider and emphasizes expanded service capabilities for customers seeking quick zipper fixes.
Dan McDonald promotes Ford dealer service offering no money down financing for major repairs with a friendly local tone. Text emphasizes ease of payment and dealer support for customers.
The V PW Auxiliary sponsors a bake sale on Saturday June 25 at Bur do s Furniture Store. Proceeds go to community causes and the event invites neighborhood shoppers to buy desserts and snacks.
Local listing for Bob's Sales and Service in Clare featuring De Soto and Plymouth parts and services. Includes contact or pricing details readable from the fragment.
Mrs Harry Schug expresses thanks to all who remembered her during her stay at Community Hospital. She mentions flowers plants cards letters and acts of kindness from Clare Manufacturing Company Church of God North Vernon Extension Club Dr Wood Dr Balz and hospital staff. She also appreciates prayers.
Joseph K. Naumes as administrator offers for sale the cottage and furnishings of Viola Valentine estate at Lake Michigan on Perch Lake. Bids may be made in person or by mail to Joseph K. Naumes Clare Michigan 34tr.
A note thanks friends for gifts flowers and cards received during a stay at Community Hospital in Mt Pleasant. The writer expresses appreciation for support that helped pass the painful hours.
In appreciation for help toward our church building may be dedicated Sunday. Chairman of the Building Project and Financial Secretary of UB Church Brown Corners.
Ray Major will sell at public auction Tuesday June 28 at the premises 114 miles north of Gladwin on Round Lake road. Items include a Farmall M tractor a full line of equipment and a dairy herd. Ed Bal zer, auctioneer. Phone Gladwin 370 F12.
Insurance for automobiles and trucks at cost offered through the Isabella County Farm Bureau. Inquiries directed to the Farm Bureau office for details and eligibility.
Berry boxes priced at 500 for $6.75. Empty berry cases are stored at Witbeck's Super Market in Clare.
Notice states that content omitted from this issue will be printed in the Sentinel next week. It directs readers to expect additional items in the following edition.
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