Clare High School Commencement Cheers as Class Graduates
The Clare high school auditorium hosted the commencement with thirty-one graduates, led by salutatory Grace Lister and valedictorian Robert Jackson. Rev. A W Johnstone delivered the keynote on The Art of Living Life, praising work, preparation, and lifelong learning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clare High School
Kathleen Osborne
Nellie Jane Davy
Mary Hilden
Dorothy Comer
Octavia Anderson
Mayme Stevens
Louise Mulder
Reva Derby
Grace Jaster
Berneice Herrick
Mesdames
Comer
McAllister
Merrihew
McGuire
Grace Lister
Robert Jackson
A. W. Johnsone
First Presbyterian Church of
Cadillac
Johnstone
Clare
Clare County
Harrison
Frank Petchnik
B. A. Anderson
Board of Education
A. E. Mulder
Young man in Clare avoids sentence after guilty plea
George Petchnik a fifteen year old boy from the James O Connor farm west of Clare pleads guilty to breaking and entering the H W Jones clothing store. Probate Judge Thomas Dorsey suspends sentence for three months with strict conditions including staying on the farm within Clare county limits not attending dances or pool rooms reporting biweekly to the county agent and Adam Oliver and avoiding bad company. Attorney Joseph I Bowler represents the boy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Petchnik
James O’connor
Clare
H. W. Jones
Thomas
Dorsey
Clare County
Adam Oliver
Atty
Joseph I. Bowler
Notice to settle accounts with late M B Brewer
Persons with unsettled accounts with the late M B Brewer are urged to call and settle. Mrs Lena B Brewer administrator Bat
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. BH. Brewer
Lena BH. Brewer
Bat
Farmers Win Suit Against Farm Bureau in 1920 Dues Case
Michigan State Farm Bureau and Clare County Farm Bureau sued John Balsley of Arthur township to recover dues. A door to door canvass led to three ten dollar checks, including postdated payments. Jury found no cause for action after defense of fraud and misrepresentation, in Justice Callinan's court.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michigan State Farm Bureau
Clare County Farm Bureau
John Balsley
Arthur Township
Howard Barber
H. B. Johnson
Martz Detwiller
Fred Parish
Fred Wahl
Boy Scout Troupe To Be Organized In Clare
Chamber meeting votes to organize Boy Scout work in Clare. Committee W S McAlister Harry Cudney and M B Gallagher appoint Jarl Sternaman as Temporary Scout Master and John Rodapaugh as assistant. A 12 to 18 year old meeting is set in Sternaman studio at 7 30 tonight to enroll boys.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamber of Commerce
Clare
W. S. McAlister
Harry Cudney
M. B. Gallagher
Jarl Sternaman
John Rodapaugh
Sternaman
Scont
Birthday Party for Mrs. A. J. Kane Honored by Eastern Star
A Monday afternoon gathering of Mrs. A. J. Kane's Eastern Star friends celebrated her birthday. Attendees enjoyed readings and reminiscences from Mrs. Kane, who is noted for Chaplain services, and she received a silk scarf. A large cake with candles was cut amid well wishes for many more birthdays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. J. Kane
Honest Tourist Helps Clare After Pole Accident
EH J Ottaway of Port Huron Michigan struck and broke down Clare city flag pole at the intersection of bi h and McEwan streets while backing a Lincoln from the Doherty hotel. He left town after leaving his name and contact details and arranged to pay for the pole. American Legion Walter H. Larman Post No 123 thanks Ottaway and invites him to visit Clare again.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Doherty Hotel
EH. J. Ottaway
Port Huron
Mich
Bih
McEwan
American Legion Post
Pole
O. K
Walter H. Larman
American Legion
Clare County
BE. J. Otteway
Clare
Lake Citizen Oscar Roux Dies After Short Illness
Oscar Roux, aged 70 years 1 month 10 days, longtime Lake community resident, died at his home Tuesday at Lake after a two day illness from apoplexy. He was a well respected figure in the town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lake Tuesday
Oscar Roux
Two Couples Wed Quietly In Surprise Saturday Ceremony
Willard H. Bicknell and Martha Gabbard and James Stuart Bicknell and Doris Ann Nelson were secretly married at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. H. Bicknell last Saturday evening. Rev. H. B. Johnson officiated with the ring ceremony. The brides wore traveling outfits and left for a eastern trip after the vows. Each couple witnessed the others marriage, and both brides are connected to local schools. They will reside on Wheaton Avenue and West Sixth Street. The Sentinel extends best wishes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willard H. Bicknell
Martha Gabbard
James Stuart Bicknell
Doris Ann Nelson
H. B. Johnson
Willard
Wm. H. Bicknell
A. J. Doherty
Gabbard
Wheaton Ave
James
Bicknell
Citizens State Bank
Nelson
Wirat
West Sixth Street
Pes the Sentinel
E A Anderson J Opens Two Store at Houghton Lake
Clare druggist J A Anderson opens a new drug and confectionery store in The Heights building at Houghton Lake Michigan. Harold Forsberg will manage the new venture with a full line of medicines tobaccos ice cream and soft drinks. Visitors from Clare county and tourist crowds are invited to visit the new store at the popular resort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. Anderson
Clare
Houghton Lake
Anderson
Harold Forsberg
Card of Thanks for Kindness and Sympathy
We thank neighbors and many friends for loving kindness and care during the illness and death of our husband and father Rev. Bates offered sympathy. Signed by Mrs. Loretta A. Mills Norman B. Mills Mr. and Mrs. O. J. Mills Pearl Carman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bates
Loretta A. Mills
Norman B. Mills
O. J. Mills
Pearl Carman
Laundry patrons call for Cadillac Steam Laundry pickup
Laundry for the Cadillac Steam Laundry Co will be received at riz' store. Bundles left before Tuesday evening will be returned at the end of the week. Holmes, Agent, 13t Glenwood.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cadillac Steam Laundry Co
Riz’ptore
Mrs. Harry Cornell of Lake Noted as Clare Caller
Mrs. Harry Cornell of Lake was a Clare caller on Tuesday, visiting local residents and sharing news. The brief item records a social visit by a named individual and reflects a neighborhood chit chat tone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Cornell
Lake
Seven Clare students at C.S.N. commencement
Clare was represented among one hundred fifteen state clites at the Central Michigan Normal School commencement. J Ackerman and John Norris Asline earned general life certificates while Edna Louise Ritter secured a position in Ionia. Hazel Bodkin and Ensley Hubel earned certificates and teaching posts in Frankfort and Detroit respectively. Bernice Lansing and Bernice Abbott completed the limited course.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clare
Central Michigan
Normal School
Pleasant
Red J. Ackerman
John Norris Asline
Hazel Bodkin
Edna Louise Ritter
Ackerman
Norris Asline
Miss Ritter
Ionia
Ensley B. Hubel
Frankfort
Michigan
Florence L. Holbrook
Detroit
Bernice Lansing
Bernice Abbott
Farwell
Detroit Ladies Injured In Monday Auto Crash
Mrs. Mary Campbell of Detroit suffered serious head and body injuries when a large sedan driven by Miss Anna Campbell left the road near Vernon Catholic church six miles south of Clare Monday morning. The car overturned after vaulting a four foot fence and rolled several times. Other occupants Mrs. Lulu Bailey and her daughter Violet of Lansing were en route to Rogers City to visit Herbert Campbell. Mrs. Campbell was treated at Rev Fr Flanagan's home and later moved to Lansing hospital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Campbell
Detroit
Clare
Anna Campbell
Vernon Catholic Church
Lulu Bailey
Violet
Lansing
Rogers City
Herbert Campbell
New Athletic Coach Highly Recommended for Clara Schools
Floyd H. Alldread appointed as coach for Clara schools next year. A Central Normal School Mt Pleasant graduate, he has two years of successful coaching at Charlevoix and is praised by his former superintendent and Mt Pleasant Physical Education department.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Floyd H. Alldread
Board of Education
Clara
Central Normal School
Mt. Pleasant
Charlevoix
Irene Coleen Moore Stars In Theater Run At Princess
June 26 to July 2 schedule lists Irene Coleen Moore in multiple showings with titles including A Thief in Paradise and The Isle of Hope. The program features Fred Thompson and Silverking, plus a matinee on Tuesday and daily screenings with 20 and 10 cent pricing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wild Bulls
Fred Thompson
Silverking
Irene—Coleen Moore
Sun
Man
Paradise
Doris Kenyon
Ronald Coleman
Isle of Hope
Richerd Talmadge
Pony Express
Johnstown
Irene
Coleen Moore
Irene O Dare
Hollywood
Apology Row Sparks Debate Over Mr Hudson Remarks
A letter from Kenneth Wicherhart criticizes a published apology two weeks earlier and calls for accuracy before retelling stories, addressing Mr Hudson and urging careful speaking.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Hudson
Kenneth Wicherhart
Celebrations Planned for July 3 and 5 Across Counties
The Clare Sentinel lists three celebrations on July 3 and 5. Greenwood-Lincoln Homecoming at Lake George on July 8 offers boating, fishing, and dancing. Harrison marks July 5 with a basket dinner at Wilson State Park, afternoon events, a ball game for a purse, and dancing. Beaverton hosts a full day of free attractions including races and water sports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lake George
Harrison
Wilson State Park
Larman Post
American Legion of Clare
Farwell City
Beaverton
John F Mills Dies at 73 in Michigan Funeral Held
John F Mills 73 died at his home in Sheridan township Clare county at 6 45 Sunday evening June 20 1926 He was born April 6 1863 in Rockland New York and married Loretta A Case August 18 1879 Surviving are three children Norman B Orton J Pearl Carman and siblings Indeed he moved to Ogden Lenawee county as a boy He joined the I C O F No 26 and Advance Grange No 1014 Funeral at Zion church followed by a house prayer Tuesday morning at 8 30 with services at 2 00 Wednesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John F. Mills
Rockland Town
Rockland
New York
Sheridan Township
Clare County
Loretta A. Case
Norman B
Pontiac
Orton J
Medina
Ohio
Pearl Carman
Hudson
Lenawee Mills
Toledo
Lennie Callihan
Milstone
Montana
Lydia Henry
Ogden
Lenawee County
Advance Grange
Zion Church
Detwiler and Smith wed at Rosebush Standard Church
Miss Aleta Detwiler and Or ville Smith were quietly married at six o'clock Saturday morning in Rosebush. Rev. C. M. Arksey officiated with Perry Geeck as attorney of the ring. The couple will reside in the city and were celebrated by friends with an old-time gathering and a joyride later that night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aleta Detwiler
Orville Smith
Standard
Rosebush
C. M. Arksey
Perry Geeck
Lfe
Church of God to Erect New Building
Members plan a 36 by 50 feet church on their lot at Meltwan and West Flint streets. The new building will have 4 rooms and a basement with suitable facilities for classes, replacing their frame storefront worship space.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Church OF God
Meltwan
West Flint Street
Clare schools announce teaching staff for next year
New superintendent W. Roger Zinn confirms the list of teachers is complete except the sixth grade position. G. R. Bogan will remain principal and science head, with Stella Lampman in history, Pauline Zinn in English, Verda Zuschnitt in Commercial, Floyd Alldread in Manual Arts and Coaching, Martha Bicknell in Language, Ruth Hardie in French and English, Dorris Merritt in Home Economics, Thelma Kline in Music and PE, Ruth Hachmuth eighth grade, Elizabeth Mayhee seventh, Irene Brief fifth, Alta Bellinger fourth, Mildred Anderson third, Helen Wilson second, Dorris Ann Bicknell first, and Genevieve Tosier in Kindergarten and Art.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Roger Zinn
Clare Schools
G. R. Bogan
Stella H. Lampman
Clare
Pauline Zinn
Verda A. Zuschnitt
Floyd H. Alldread
Martha Bicknell
Ruth
Hardie
Dorris Merritt
Thelma M. Kline
Ruth Hachmuth
Elizabeth Mayhee
Irene Brief
Alta K. Bellinger
Mildred Anderson
Helen Wilson
Dorris Ann Bicknell
Genevieve Tosier
Base Ball Meeting At Ward Park Tonight
A baseball meeting to organize a city team is set for Ward Ball Park this evening. The first season game is scheduled Sunday at 3 00 pm between the American Legion and City teams.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Legion
Ward Ball Park
Stella G Jarman 1925 1926 Infant Obituary
Stella G Jarman daughter of Mr and Mrs Glenn Jarman born July 8 1925 died June 12 1926 aged eleven months nine days. She leaves two sisters Luciabell and Mary grandparents and many relatives. Sleep on in thy beauty Thou sweet angel child text reflects a tribute to the child.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stella G. Jarman
Glenn Jarman
Luciabell
Mary
Comstock to Speak in Clare Osceola Osceola Counties
Detroit Democratic gubernatorial candidate William A. Comstock will address voters at Doherty auditorium Monday at 8:00 PM. He will be joined by other party figures to discuss state issues, with appeals to residents of Clare Isabella and Osceola counties. The organizer urges attendance since time may not permit another local appearance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clare
Isabella
Osceola
Wm. A. Comstock
Detroit
Doherty Auditorium
Clare Young Lady Leaves for Alaska
Mrs. Wilma Achard of this city left last Tuesday for Ottawa Alabama where she joined Mr. and Mrs. E. F. Achard and a party of friends. They tour to the Pacific coast and Alaska by a southern route to the Yukon and return by a northern route. The several weeks long trip will visit many points of interest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilma. Achard
Ottawa
E. F. Achard
Pacific
Alaska
Yukon River
Grange Dance Set at Mt Vernon Hall
Mt Vernon Grange plans a Friday night dance at their hall on June 26 inviting the public to enjoy a good time. Committee members urge attendance for a community social.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mt. Vernon
Death Notice for Edgar Warren Allen Pioneer of Isabella County
After an illness of three months Edgar Warren Allen died at his grandson’s home on June 15 at age 84. Born March 18, 1842 in Cuyahoga Falls Ohio he settled in Isabella County after travels in Michigan and a long life of service among neighbors and natives. Survived by four children seven grandchildren and four great grandchildren the funeral was held June 18 at Ivan McIntosh’s home with Rev. Frank Bates delivering a sermon from Proverbs. Interment followed in Cherry Grove cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
von McIntosh
Allen
W. Allen
Cuyahoga Falls
Ohio
Michigan
Genesee County
Minerva Adelaide Parker
Caro
Tuscola County
Wahjamega
Saginaw
Wise Township
Isabella County
Mr. Allen
Maude Tubbs
Ruth Duncan
Ralph C. Allen
Clyde O. Allen
Guy
Grace
Minerva Tubbs
Ivan McIntosh
Monica
Ruth
Shirley Allen
Arley
Linford Tubbs
Ruth McIntosh
Frank Bates
Church of God
Cherry Grove
Waidelich and Stensrood wed at Kawkawlin church
Announcement received by friends announces the marriage of Miss Margaret Waidelich to Hlmer Stensrood on a Wednesday in Kawkawlin. The ceremony was performed by Rev. C W Waidelich. The bride's ties to Clare and St Johns Lutheran are mentioned as background. The groom works as a traveling salesman and they will travel. Best wishes from family and friends are extended.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Margaret Waidelich
Hlmer Stensrood
Kawkawlim Church
C. W. Waidelich
Clare
St. Johns Lutheran Church
St. Louis
Kawkawlin
Honor List Published for City High Schools
The semester honor list names students including Ruth Callihan Elsie Aberhart H B Johnson Marion Lamphere Ruth Shull Neil Stirling Lowell Schaeffer Dave Ackerman Hathyl Carncross Reva Derby Bernice Groves Betty Groves Katherine Osborne Lowela Shull Della Harrington Altha Kidder Rollin Shull Robert Jackson Allen Kidder Ida Mae King Grace Lister Helen House Kathryn Cosgrove Those with all A grades were Altha Kidder Helen House and Grace Lister.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruth Callihan
Elsie Aberhart
H. B. Johnson
Marion Lamphere
Ruth Shull
Neil Stirling
Lowell Schaeffer
Dave Ackerman
Hathyl Carncross
Reva Derby
Bernice Groves
Betty Groves
Katherine Osborne
Lowela Shull
Della Harrington
Altha Kidder
Rollin Shull
Robert Jackson
Allen Kidder
Ida Mae King
Grace Lister
Helen House
Kathryn Cosgrove
Clare to Get New Pavement As Work Set To Start
Contractor Campbell of Bay City announced to State Highway officials that construction on Clare’s new pavement will commence next Monday. Equipment has been shipped and should reach Clare by week’s end, signaling imminent site work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clare’s
Campbell
Bay City
Higinéer
Clare
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A. W. Johnstone
D. D
Farm Bureau
Earl Sternaman
Niagara
Philadelphia
Eastern Points
Canada
E. A. Anderson J
Houghton
Harold Porsberg
Glenwood Holmes
C.S.N
Detroit Ladies
Princess Theatre
The
Clare ‘Sentinel
Athe
Sheridan
Detwiler-Smith
W. R. Zinn
William A. Comstock
Clare Young Lady
Grange Dance
Edgar Warren Allen
Waidelich-Stensrood
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