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Newspaper
Clare Sentinel
Location
Clare, Michigan, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1922
Page
1
Dr Henderson, a top state lecturer, speaks at eight o clock next Wednesday night at the Congregational Church in Clare. The free University Extension event, hosted with Clare Study Club and Good Literature Club, promises lively humor and thoughtful insight.
The first prize essay by Misa Kathleen Darsin from the high school Citizenship Essay Contest will be sent to Lansing to be judged with other state winners. Judge appointments were made by Thomas E. Johnson. Second place went to Marion Reading. The two state winners will attend the Knights of Pythias state convention in Charlevoix in September.
The new council met Monday and approved several key posts. Mayor Pro Tem Fred Thompson, City Attorney C W Perry, Chief and Fire Warden M D Feighner, and Water Works Engineer and Marshall W H Erter were appointed and confirmed. The meeting also tackled street sprinkling and boulevard lighting, with four posts per side planned at Clock.
The Salvation Army launches its annual fund drive as hard times continue. Commissioner William Peart appeals for donations to sustain food, clothing, rescue and child care work, asking banks to receive gifts and noting planned fundraising events on May 13 in Harrison Farwell and Clare.
A Detroit couple Mr and Mrs John Beadle marked their fiftieth wedding anniversary with a large family gathering at home. Relatives from Michigan New York and beyond joined in a Virginia reel dinner and song program with gold gifts and a cake made by Mrs Beadle. The event included greetings from friends and a long night of celebration ending after 3:00 am.
The Clare Knights of Pythias Lodge plans a grand July 4 celebration with committees appointed and plans for a banner event. Main Street and 4th Street will host attractions and concessions. A Ford car is offered as a door prize at 25 cent tickets to fund a new lodge hall and clubrooms.
Beginning today The Bongalow will offer home made ice cream and cake every afternoon and evening. The Tennis Court and Golf Links are ready. Sunday dinners are now specialized for couples and families with refined service and a specially prepared menu. The Bungalow is becoming a family resort drawing visitors from across the state.
In loving memory of our dear mother who departed this life May 38 1920. Dearest mother how we miss you since from earth you passed away and our hearts are aching sorely as we think of you today. But when life's race is over and our turn has come to go we'll meet in heaven above in Gods home we long for so. Her Children and Grandchildren.
Clare Hardware & Implement Co invites anglers to bring two large dressed trout before May 15. The first fish earns an 85.00 fish pole and the second earns an 83.50 reel.
Clare Elks will give a dance at the Doherty Auditorium Friday evening May 12. The Fisher Exposition Orchestra of Kalamazoo will supply the music under the direction of Mr. Fisher for the evening. Tickets are two dollars with extra lady admitted. Tickets available at Floyd Kirkpatrick and Clare Hardware and Implement Co.
The Knights of Pythian lodge extend a vote of thanks to all who aided the Americanization contest including Supt. J. P. Jones Miss Knox Mrs. Hachmuth the Glee Club contestants and the judges Jos F Bowler James E F Tatman and Mrs. Norris Elden Special thanks are given to the winners in the contest.
Last Monday evening thirty three relatives gathered at Mrs. Melissa Presley’s east 5th Street bungalow to mark her 63rd birthday. They hosted a bountiful luncheon and presented a new dress via a speech by Arthur Badgiey. The gathering ended with a hymn.
A dance is planned at Grant town hall on Wednesday evening May 10. The event is organized by the town committee and invites residents to attend.
We sincerely thank friends and neighbors for acts of kindness during the illness and death of our wife and mother. Appreciation for floral offerings, the singers, and Rev. Bennett’s comforting words. Signed by Mr. T. B. Hirt and Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Harris and family.
On Saturday May 6th Lore Hardware and Implement Co lists a 12 goose heavy tin pail for 30 cents. The note emphasizes a local hardware sale item and price.
Notice to Clare citizens that rubbish removal requires readiness by the street side before May 1. This is the last day. Mayor L. H. Taompeon presiding.
A large gathering of friends and neighbors celebrated Mr and Mrs Geo Ackerman s thirtieth wedding anniversary last Sunday at their Vernon township farm. The house was opened to guests for a social hour and a bounteous supper. The couple received many beautiful presents.
The narrative describes a tense game between Clare and Mt. Pleasant with errors and late drama. Duncan and Hubel star for Clare as Mt. Pleasant edges ahead then loses 8-7 in ten innings. A 2:30 game vs Ithaca at the city field prompts fan attendance and lineup changes.
CO A Gilmore of Hamilton Ohio has been contracted as Currie farms new manager and has begun duties. Formerly resident of Freeman township he owned the Windover ranch and served on the county board of supervisors. He plans to move his family to the Michigan site in January.
News spread of the deaths of Mrs. C. M. Jones in Clare after a long illness and shortly after, Mrs. T. B. Hirt in Saginaw also passing away after weeks of suffering. Both women were highly regarded for devotion to home and community. Funeral services were marked by many flowers and wide sympathy.
Mrs Mabel Dixon died at her Clare Michigan home after weeks of illness. She was born October 18 1272 at Weat Loch Ohio and married Clayton M Jones February 1 1893 at Carson City. Survived by husband and siblings Mrs A W MelIntogsh and Chas R Dixon. Funeral held at home with Rev G P Badguey then at Carson City grave service.
Zama Hudson born July 2 1860 at Cananaigue New York died April 29 after prolonged illness Brights disease. Married 1879 to Thomas Hirteat Flushing Genesee County. Survived by husband three children two brothers and one sister buried Cherry Grove cemetery with funeral at Durand led by Rev T E Bennett.
H. H. Saylor, eyesight specialist, will be at Burston's Droog store in Farwell on Tuesday May 23. He has been providing satisfactory vision care for local residents and can help with headaches blurred vision and related eye problems.
A box social is scheduled at Brand school for Friday evening May 12. Everyone is invited to attend.
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