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Newspaper
Clare Sentinel
Location
Clare, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1948
Page
12
Notices and cards of thanks priced per line with headings extra. Michigan rate listed with single copies at five cents. Overseas and armed forces rates shown. Reader guidance to request probate notices printed by The Sentinel.
Miles A Cole a deugeist at Hibbard Store Harrison died suddenly of a heart ailment after two days illness on February 28 at 7 00 pm He moved to Harrison November 1 1945 from Detroit where he ran a business over 25 years He was born 1865 in Hagle Michigan Surviving two daughters Alma and Six Lakes one son Port Huron a great granddaughter Ellen Knapp and many relatives Funeral held at Von R Hamilton Chapel Detroit with burial in Royal Oak.
A group of mothers met in Mrs Welch's room on February 28 with President Roberta Roth. They discussed first grade issues including building, taxation, school facilities, finances, and reading difficulties. It was approved that beginners may stay home afternoons to let Mrs Weick focus on first graders. Mothers aiding in February were Mrs Ramey Caral McGartney Roberta Roth Zonella Brady and Thora Morrison.
City Library at City Hall announces open hours on Tuesdays and Saturdays in the afternoon. The notice lists regular operating times for patrons and visitors.
The Harrison area lists Congregational, Catholic and Latter Day Saints services. Congregational shows Rev. Herbert B. Storey with Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. and Worship at 11:00 a.m. Catholic church schedules Mass and confessions with Fr. J Stuba as pastor. LDS church under Elder David H. Bailey holds Sunday School at 10:30 a.m. and preaching at 11:15 a.m.
The Harrison mission led by Pastor Gerald Brady offers Sunday School at 10:00 and a preaching service with evening worship at 3:00. A Thursday prayer meeting is held at 8:00 PM.
Rev Clinton Hilton is pastor with Sunday School at 9:41 a m. Services start at 7:20 p m with evening worship. Special Wednesday service at 7 p m. Youth group meets every Monday evening.
The Harrison Home and Garden Club met at Mrs. Jack Ferguson’s home on Thursday February 26. President Valera Ferguson led the business session while Mrs. Ira Trowbridge presented a talk and pictures on home decorations. Refreshments were provided by hostesses Mrs. Ferguson and Mrs. Geo Clapp. The next gathering will be at Mrs. Fred Smith’s home on March 25 with co-hostess Mrs. June Kantner.
Mr and Mrs DeWayne Nash welcomed a seven pound fifteen ounce son named Allen DeWayne at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing on March 1st. Grandparents are Mr and Mrs Albert Bruce and Mr and Mrs Nash of Skeets.
V F W Auxiliary No. 1075 sponsors a public card party at Memorial Hall Thursday evening March 11. Pinochle bridge and pedro will be played and a lunch will be served.
Ray Thorp's Refrigeration Sales and Service moves to 508 Hast Fourth Street Point Clare Building. Phone 616-W remains listed for contact and service inquiries.
More than 4,000 individuals in the United States are aged over 140, indicating a notable longevity trend. The report highlights a growing cohort of exceptionally long-lived people across the country.
The page lists quoted prices from Johnston Elevator Co for Wheat Oats Barley Buckwheat and White Beans per cwt. Prices for produce from Farmers Independent Produce Co and Tucker's Produce include Cream Eggs and Hides. Meats quoted by L W Jackson cover Hogs Beef Prime Veal Spring Lambs Heavy Hens and Heavy Springers with a range. Egg market prices at Rosebush Elevator Co dated March 1 1948 show grade A extra large large and medium and grade B eggs with per dozen rates.
Market report lists prices across classes at Clare auction: best fed steers and heifers 22.00 to 27.00, good butcher cattle 19.00 to 22.00, common cattle 12.13.50 to 16.00, beef cows 17.50 to 21.50, cutters 15.50 to 17.50, canners 12.00 to 15.50, butcher bulls 18.50 to 38.00, calves 26.00 to 31.50, stockers 15.60 to 23.00, hogs 19.00 to 24.50, lambs 12.00 to 21.50, sheep 6.00 to 12.00 with various weights and grades represented.
Social events outline a postponed Harrison Study Club meeting to March 9 at Mrs. Chas Amble home. Guest list includes Mr. and Mrs. Walt Thomas and others, with birthday celebrations and a social evening. The account also notes a February 27 surprise birthday dinner hosted by Mrs. Earl Thomas for her husband with cribbage and visiting.
The Mirilla Sewing Circle met at Mrs C Smith home with her daughter Sally and Mrs Melvin Norman assisting on Friday February 27 with fifteen members present A delicious lunch was served No meeting this week but watch the paper for further announcement
Tourists who are treated courteously are encouraged to visit Harrison again, with local hospitality described as a key factor in repeat travel. The report notes friendly service as a practical draw for visitors seeking welcoming small-town experiences.
Before certification teachers must meet educational standards. Elementary teachers typically need two years of post high school education, while secondary teachers usually require four years. Some states demand four and five years respectively. War slowed progress, though some states still offer high school training courses permitting graduates to teach.
Extension dairymen warn farmers that warm days and nights make prompt milk cooling essential. Milk should be stored at 50 degrees or lower to curb bacterial growth and meet high consumer standards. sour milk affects market demand.
A new insulating material using sand and air bubbles promises thinner refrigerator walls without sacrificing efficiency. The innovation could lead to lighter cabinets and lower energy use.
The whistle punks who act as safety men on the logging show are being considered for two way radio equipment to improve communication.
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