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Newspaper
Clare Sentinel
Location
Clare, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1957
Page
11
Team leaders posted scores in the Coleman Drug 1616 bowling series. Names and exact scores are not fully legible but standings show strong performances and competitive games across multiple matches.
On Wednesday March 20 the C and C league held events at Lehr Shell Syc with city service and drug entries. Notable performers include F Shelander high game and high series stars, O Laughlin and F Home leading team game with a 597.
Twenty nine shooters competed last Monday night. Ast Flight saw Leon Lindroth win with 292.60 points, Emil Wright 288.29, Wayne Pitts 287.81, and Jack Hemstreet 285.59. End Flight crowned Zeke Eisenhauer 247, Don Bell 230, Bud Loomis 227, Dan Burdo 222. shells awarded to Hemstreet and Burdo.
Michigan officials estimate a moose population of perhaps two or three animals based on tracks found along Carp River near Trout Lake. Otto DeWaard and Joseph Vogt reported tracks in snow, noting a small number of animals but multiple tracks from the winter. Moose once common in Michigan declined after 19th century logging.
A meeting for all interested in organizing an Archery Club will be held Friday evening March 29 at 8 00 p m at the Clare Rod and Gun Club. Attendees from the archery community are urged to attend and assist in planning.
Mrs. Elsie Vandewarker traveled to Detroit for a weekend with her daughter. Kenneth Martz Bertha Vandewarker and Patricia Prescott with children joined celebrations at the Jay Clare home. Ernest Town and Darrel shared a birthday dinner for Mrs. Earl Town. Virgil Newman visited Gary Lorenz in Lansing.
Tra Murchison world 60 yard dash record chaser will star for Western Michigan against Central Michigan College in the last indoor meet of the season at CMC Fieldhouse March 30. Freshman Walt Beach pursues him. Bennett predicts a possible world record tie or break as both teams seek a rare win over Kalamazoo. Field events begin 1 p.m. with 1 30 p.m. races amid a Michigan track coaches gathering.
Emma Phipps hosted a 65th birthday for Francis with the Arlie Renner Paul Brown Hubert Phipps Chester Van Buskirk and Edgar Yates in attendance. The community diary notes dinners visits tea and upcoming events including a carrier drive and April 5 tea in Mr Pleasant.
Parents and families of the Girl Scouts attended a church social at the Methodist Church social room. Tables were decorated with pine trees and a pot luck supper followed. After supper the Scouts were awarded the badges they earned. Emily Irwin received a corsage of roses Loomis and Mrs. Lewis Irwin attended. Attendance was 60 with everyone enjoying the evening.
John Childs a Central Michigan College sophomore preparing for the ministry joined Rev Nevins as guest speaker at Farwell Methodist Church. He spoke on Faith to a full house and the choir featured Bill John Irwin as soloist.
Dozens of local residents visit guests at Gilmore Temple and area homes. Travel and hospital news show Gary Agile’s return from hospital and Eugene Irwin abroad at sea with updates from Lansing and Ann Arbor visits.
The Farwell Troop of Explorers met at Twig's Restaurant on Saturday March 23 to travel to Weidman for an educational trip. Explorer Advisor John Colosky and Assistant Scout Master led the group to Weidman School where ten girls from Mt. Pleasant and Weidman discussed dating related image issues and safety topics. Refreshments were served and the outing was described as memorable.
Nancy Waite and Karen Man tonen hosted a bridal shower in the Methodist Church social room for Beth Hose on Sunday afternoon March 24. About 50 guests attended and Beth received many gifts. Pink and white decorations featured a long white cake with Congratulations in pink and wedding bells. Mrs. Lester Wood poured.
Large attendance at Gospel Mission Sunday services with recent interior improvements. A rostrum and altar rail were dedicated after cleaning and painting by volunteers on Thursday and Friday. Mr. Lock spoke Sunday evening on scriptural topics. Easter program preparation underway. Community notices include family visits and a 50th anniversary in Alma.
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