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Newspaper

Clare Sentinel

Location

Clare, Michigan, United States of America

Date

Mar 03, 1950

Page

4

Kiwanis Convention Expected Over 10000 Attendees

Kiwanis International plans a Miami January convention with more than 10 000 expected registrants. J Hugh Jackson of Stanford will preside over sessions as Kiwanis focuses on a nationwide meeting of business and professional readers.

Kiwanis Convention Hammerberg “Saidz Kiwanis International Miami Titties Thes Organization J. Hugh Jackson Graduate School of Business Stanford University Stanford Calif Wil

Octo Club Bridge Night At Mrs Burdo Home

The Octo Club met at Mrs. Ben Burdo's home Tuesday evening for two tables of contract bridge. High score went to Mrs. Larry Jackson with second to Mrs. Hollis Walton and third to Mrs. Roy Helmick. Grand slam honors were shared by Mrs. Jackson and Mrs. Walton. Hostess served refreshments.

Ben Burdo Larry Jackson Hollis Walton Roy Helmick Harold Elgar

Civil Service Open Exam for Substitute Clerk Posts

The United States Civil Service Commission announces an open competitive examination for probational appointment as substitute clerk at Weidman and other post offices. Applications from all residents are accepted. Request form 6000-AB and apply to the Seventh Regional Director, Chicago, by March 17, 1960.

United States Civil Service Commission Weidman Weldman Post Office New W. van Buren Chicago Hnojs Ind

Notice Nominating Petitions For Clare City Commission

Filing deadline set for March 44 1950 for nominating petitions. City Clerk Alex McKinnon instructs candidates to submit papers to the Clare City Clerk's office.

Alex McKinnon

Carelessness With Fire Kills Thousands Last Year

The article warns that careless use of kerosene caused many deadly fires. It notes fatalities from igniting paper or materials near heaters, emphasizes unsafe handling, and calls for safer practices to prevent more deaths.

Clare Study Club Meeting Staged With Musical Program

Clare Study Club will meet March 7 at the Methodist church. Mrs Harold Hughes will host. Tea committee includes Mrs Gwen Peterson, Mrs Edward White, and Mrs Irah Hmery. A musical program is planned.

Clare Study Club Methodist Church Harold Hughes Gwen Peterson Edward White Irah Hmery

Automobile Auction Notice in Clare

An automobile auction is set for Tuesday March 21 at 7 00 P M. Cars should be consigned early as sales occur in listed order. Laurence Gibis sales manager contact 170 W Clare Gibis Nash Sales and Service blog Jeff Willey and Walt Pifer auctioneers.

Laurence Gibis Clare Gibis Nash Sales & Service Jeff Willey Walt Pifer

Wedding Shower Planned for Mr and Mrs Clifford Trotter

A wedding shower for Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Trotter of Detroit will be held at the home of Mrs. and Mr. Adam Reger on Saturday night March 11. A pot luck supper will follow details in the invitation.

Clifford Trotter Detroit Adam Reger

In Memoriam for Caleatia Scott

In loving memory of our mother Caleatia Scott who died two years ago on March 2. Her children express their enduring love and remembrance with affection and sorrow.

Caleatia Scott

Sauerkraut Supper at St John’s Lutheran Church

A sauerkraut supper will be held at St John’s Lutheran Church on Thursday March 9. Serving times are 8:45 PM and 6:45 PM. Adults pay $1.25 and children 15 cents.

St. John’s Lutheran Church

Animal carrier dynamics after shipping fever outbreaks

An animal recovering from shipping fever may remain a disease carrier, though carriers are hard to detect by look. This helps explain outbreaks when animals from various sources mix or when new individuals with unknown histories join a herd.

Bauer Rites Held for Farwell Resident

Fred C Bauer born January 1902 near Clare Michigan died February 13 1950 at home near Farwell Michigan Funeral held February 15 at Thurston Funeral Home Clare and Farwell Methodist Church with Rev Leslie J Neving officiating Burial Surrey Cemetery Survived by wife Gertrude three sisters and several nieces and nephews Attendance noted from Flint Saginaw Detroit and Midland Registered fraternal memberships include Odd Fellows and Moose.

Fred GC. Bauer Fred Louise Bauer Clare Michigan Farwell Gertrude Eeith Hart Wick Flint Everette Allen Dover Walter Lebhere Owosso Odd Fellows of Moose Mt. Pleasant Thurston Funeral Home Clare and Farwell Methodist Church Leslie J. Neving Surrey Cemetery C. Balman M. Secord Frank Behm Harold Nemire Caryl Chaney Ty Simons Saginaw R Harmon

In loving memory of Joseph Verrette

A memorial note from his children honors Joseph Verrette who died on April 2 1937. The family expresses sorrow and bids good night through lines about sheltering hearts and late night prayers, affirming his cherished place in their lives.

Joseph Verrette Pather Father

In Loving Memory of Floyd J Graham

A memorial note from Mrs. Floyd J Graham and family marks one year since Floyd J Graham died on March 6 1948. The message recalls his kindness and faith, noting no farewell was given and that he is now at rest.

Floyd J. Graham

Garfield Taxpayers Board Of Review Schedule

The Garfield Board Of Review will meet at the town hall on Tuesday March 7 and, if needed, Monday and Tuesday March 18 and 14 at 9 00 in the fore noon. Clerk 2312 Marguerite Shilling.

Board of Review

Appreciation Note for Clare Hospital Staff and Friends

Charles Storrs thanks Dr. McArthur and Dr. Porter and the Clare Hospital staff for care. He expresses gratitude to friends and neighbors for candy fruit get well cards and calls that shortened his stay and says the kindness will be remembered.

Mra. McArthur

Beating About the Bush Traced to 15th Century Origins

A humorous etymology traces the phrase beating about the bush to old English batfowlers who hunted near bushes by light, beating surrounding foliage to flush birds. The article links cautious parental questions about using the car to this behavior, noting risk and near misses in the sport.

Junior England

Administrator's Sale of Farm in Clare County Michigan

Notice of public sale of the Lewis Warner Farm described as parts of Section 33 Sheridan Township Clare County Michigan to be held Monday March 6 1950 at the Law Offices of Joseph K Naumes Clare Michigan. Bids accepted 1 30 to 8 30 PM with right to reject all bids. Dale Davis Administrator.

Lewis” Warner Sheridan Township Clare County Michigan Joseph K. Naumes McEwan Street Clare Dale Davis

In Memory Of Brother William H Etter

The obituary notes the February 13 1959 death of William H Etter and states Clare Lodge No 333 1.0.0. of Clare Michigan drapes its hall in mourning. Committee members Richard B Hall Clifton Bouchsey Clyde McJames extend sympathy to the family.

William Harvey Etter Clare Lodge Clare Michigan Richard B. Hall Clifton Bouchsey Clyde McJames

Farm Equipment and Cattle Auction Near Gladwin

Friday March 3 at 1 00 P M Virgil Klein proprietor 3 miles east and 9 miles north of Gladwin 34 head Holstein cows and cattle two tractors full line of farm equipment Ed Balzer auctioneer phone 370 F12 Gladwin

Sherp Virgil Klein Gladwin Ed. Balzer

Grant Town Board of Review Meets in March

The grant town ship board of review will meet at Grant town hall on March 7 and 8 and again March 13 and 14 to review the assessment rolls. A Dawson, clerk.

Board of Review Grant Township Grant Town Hall A. Dawson

Estate of Emma Youmans real estate auction notices

Notice of sale for the Estate of Emma Youmans, to be held March 4, 1960 at Joseph K Naumens law offices Clare Michigan. Properties include 203 W 6th Street and 111 E 6th Street Clare with bids to be opened 1:30 to 3:30 PM. Bids may be in person or in writing. Administrator reserves right to reject bids.

Emma Youmans Joseph K. Naumens McElwan Clara Michigan Honge VW. 6Th Street Clare E. Sth John 8Tough Barcinieeeice

Clare City Board of Review to Meet March 13 1950

The Board of Review of the City of Clare will meet at City Hall on Monday March 13 1950 at 9:00 a m to review and equalize the assessment rolls for the city wards. The session will last four days as required by law or longer if needed.

Nofica Board of Review of the City of Clare

Card of Thanks to Farwell Lodges and friends

We express heartfelt thanks to the I O O F and Rebekah Lodges of Farwell Rev Nevins for comforting words neighbors and friends for flowers and sympathy cards at the passing of our husband and brother. Mrs Gertrude Bauer Jr and Mrs Everette Allen Mr and Mrs Glen Hartwick Mr and Mrs W Lebhers

I. 0 Rebekah Lodges Farwell Rev Nevins Gertrude Bauer Jr Everette Allen Glen Hartwick W. Lebhers

Mrs Belle Mair thanks for cards and flowers

I express gratitude to those who sent cards letters and flowers during my illness and appreciate the many kindnesses received from friends and neighbors.

Auction Notice At Dan Coubels Farm Near Marion

Auction set for Friday March 10 at 1 00 PM at the Dan Coubels farm two miles west and half a mile south of Marion. Items include 9 cows 3 heifers a Holstein bull farm implements a team of mules and livestock from the 12 months time. Jeff Willey and Walt Pifer will serve as auctioneers.

Dan Coubels Marion Jeff Willey Walt Pifer

In loving memory of Clarelyle Waite

The Waite family honors husband son and brother Clarelyle Waite who was killed March 6 1949. A short memorial poem laments his absence and asks readers to live kindly and do nice deeds in his memory.

Clarelyle Waite Waite

Gratitude Note From Mrs Tom James After Illness

Words express thanks to all who remembered me during illness and for fruit flowers and care. Special thanks go to Mr and Mrs Gerald Hemstreet Mr and Mrs Von Walters and Don Rhodes. Your kindness will be remembered.

Gerald Hemstreet von Walters Don Rhodes

Thanks for kindness during hospital stay at Mt Pleasant

I thank relatives and friends for flowers plants cards letters and calls. I also thank the Rebekahs and everyone for their strong acts of kindness shown me.

Mt. Pleasant Hospital Rebekahs

Surrey Board of Review Meeting Dates Set

The board of review for the township of Surrey will meet at the town hall on Tuesday March 7 and Monday and Tuesday March 13 and 14 to review the assessment roll.

Vernon Township Board of Review James ©. Walsh Board of Review Township of Surrey

Sheridan Township Board Meeting Notice

Sheridan township board of review will meet at the town hall on March 8. Carl Bradley, clerk.

Carl Bradley

Hatton Board of Review Dates Set for Tax Rolls

The Hatton township board of review meets at Hatton town hall on Tuesday March 7 and the following Monday and Tuesday March 12 and 14 to review the assessment rolls. Clerk is Nial Abbott.

Gilmore Township Board of Review Meeting Notice

Gilmore Township Board of Review schedules sessions Tuesday March 7 and Wednesday March 8 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the township hall. John Laverty serves as Supervisor.

Gilmore Township Board of Review John Laverty

Open for Business at John Lower’s Brown North of Clare

Open for business notice indicates welding shop offering acetylene welding and sharpening services near John Lower at the Brown location seven miles north and two miles east of Clare.

John Lower Brown Clare

Dar McDonald Leads Major Repair At Ford Dealership

Dar McDonald oversees a major repair project at Your First and Friendly Ford dealership. The work focuses on vehicle service efficiency and customer turnaround times.

Dar McDonald

Card Party and Cake Walk at Mt. Vernon Grange

Mt Vernon Grange hosts a card party and cake walk on March 8 with a pot luck supper. The event invites all community members to attend and enjoy social games and refreshments. Silver King Tractor is advertised by Norman V. Myers and Sig Miles near Cornwell Mamm. Lit.

Norman V. Myers Sig

Dance by Rebekahs and Oddfellows at Clare Hall

The Rebekahs and Oddfellows sponsor a dance in Clare Odd Fellows Hall on Saturday evening March 18. Good music and a dance program are promised for attendees.

Rebekahs and Oddfellows Clare LO F. Hall

Sheridan Taxpayer Announces Friday Tax Collections

Sheridan township residents are informed that taxes will be collected on Fridays at the collector’s home. Walter Kleiner is identified as the treasurer.

Sheridan Township Walter Kleiner Treas

Insurance listing for Fremont Mutual Fire and State Mutual

Fremont Mutual Fire and State Mutual Cyclous listed with Roy A Hoover contact in Clare Michigan. Phone 146 Wd A1 and alts indicated.

Fremont Mutual State Mutual Roy A. Hoover A-1 Clare Michigan

Tax Collector Announces Clare Bank Visit

Vernon taxpayers are informed that Township Treasurer Frieda Robson will be at The Citizens State Bank in Clare all day Saturday March 4 to collect taxes, marking the last day for payment at that location.

Citizens State Bank Clare Frieda Robson

Bob's Slee and Service Dominates De Soto and Plymouth

Clare reports Bob's Slee and Service at 27tr as the leading shop in the De Soto and Plymouth area, reflecting strong local business performance.

DE Soto Plymouth Bob Clare

Library Story Hour at City Library Each Saturday

Story Hour is held every Saturday at City Library starting at 1 00 PM. Children gather for a read aloud program and activities in the reading room each week.

City Library

Sheppard Diesel Tractors Cut Fuel Use

A fragmented ad claims Sheppard Diesel Tractors save two thirds of fuel for livestock and farming needs. The notice lists contact Wade Credit and a phone number 286-3 for more information and protection plans.

Beta Auto Wade

Congregational Church Basement Sale Scheduled

A basement sale is planned at the Congregational Church on Friday and Saturday, March 8 and 4, by VI Anxiliosy.

Congregational Church

Lost motor and pump on wood base notice

Lost motor and pump mounted on a wood base. Finder please report to Sentinel Office for reward. Contact c 2212.

Thanking neighbors for support during recovery

A note of gratitude from an injured person thanking the Clara Rebekah lodge Benefit Auxiliary Friendly Neighbor Club Lucky Club Church of God Farwell Rebekah lodge and neighbors for plants fruit candy habkies cards and telephone calls plus all visitors during recovery.

Clara Rebekah Lodge Benefit Auxillary Friendly Neighbor Club the Lucky Club Church of God, Farwell Rebekah Lodge

Thank you note to friends neighbors and hospital staff

A grateful message thanks friends and neighbors for letters cards and a plant from the Hagle community and commends the staff at Community Hospital for their care. It closes with appreciation for Ieryin Orvis.

Hagle Community Hospital

Wise Board of Review Schedules Public Meetings

The Wise township board of review meets on Tuesday March 7 and on Monday and Tuesday March 13 and 14 at Wise town hall in Loomis. The notice lists dates for tax assessment reviews and public access to the proceedings.

Wise Township Board of Review Wise Town Hall Loomis Nate

Bob's Sales & Service Trucks Service in Clara

Pederal trucks will handles the tough jobs economically. Bob's Sales & Service, 210 Mckiwan St Clara.

Bob's Sales & Service Mckiwan St Clara

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