M. B. Gallaghers To Observe Golden Wedding Anniversary Here
Mr and Mrs Mortimer B Gallagher longtime Clare residents will mark their golden wedding with a quiet home gathering next Sunday close friends and relatives From Chesaning where they wed May 10 1900 guests will travel from Lansing Saginaw and Houghton Lake Lena Babion born in Chesaning October 19 1879 and Patrick Gallagher born February 9 1875 are parents of the couple Byron P Gallagher Isabella County Prosecuting Attorney their son lives in Mt Pleasant with his wife and three daughters The Gallaghers have been devoted church members and active in civic affairs The Sentinel extends best wishes for health and happiness.
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Mortimer B. Gallagher
McEwat Street
Gallaghers
Chesaning
Gallagher
Lansing
Saginaw
Houghton Lake
Lena Babion
Michael
Josephine Babion
Patrick
Catherine Gallagher
Tawas City
White Fish Bay
Clare
Benjamin Mercer
William Webb
Louie Perrott
George L. Franck
Doherty Block
McEwan and
Fifth Sta
Byron P. Gallagher
Isabella County
Marcia
Molly
Kathleen
Mt. Pleasant
St. Cecilia’s Catholic Church
The
Sentinel
Elm Grove
Geo. Gilcher
Detroit
Flint
Gilcher
Roy Buckler
Lucille Hess
Bernard Wickes and Son
Grand Rapids
Edw. Herrick
Alice la Gear
Marilyn
Hazel. Ensley
Jay Lenick
Harry and
Larry
Bonnie la Gear
Barbara Mayne
Bruce Smith
Marjorie
Mathews
Roy Smith
Donald Hacall
Vassar
Teale
Dorothy
George
Marlette
Wilson
Max Lauckner
Edna Burton
Alma
Harvey Wilson
Silver Criscuola
Bernard Maduri
Don Maduri
Mikie Persante
Criscuola
Core Wilson
Edgar van Sicklen
Northwest Vernon
Church of God
Margery Bradley
Darlene Schunk
Wellington Badgley
Robert Day, Jr
Gladwin
Poppies Bring Aid To War Disabled And Their Dependents
Wirs Faier Archbold, Rehabilitation Chairman of Walter H. Larman Unit of the American Legion Auxiliary, outlines how Poppy Day helps disabled veterans and dependents. Volunteers plan May 27 observances to fund hospital care, economic aid, and child welfare for veterans and their families.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wirs
Faier Archbold
Walter H. Larman
American Legion Auxiliary
Peter Creguer
Auwritory
Prize Winners Named in Local Fish Lure Contest
Jim Yeoman of the Crossroads Jobby Shop announced prize winners for a recent fish lure contest. First prize goes to George Skinner of Lake for the aquanymph design, with Walter S. Cornel and Mrs. Margaret Briggs of Clare also honored. The lure debuts in displays for the 1961 season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jim Yeoman
Crossroads Jobby Shop
George Skinner
Lake
Walter S. Corneil
Margaret Briggs
Clare
Jim
Car Owners Test Budget Plan For Motel Stay
Fragments show car owners trying a budget plan offering no down payment and flexible terms. Mention of names Shvaminston Jobe and Dea McDiendd appears amid unclear location and context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dea McDiendd
City Official Seen Escaping City Hall Restroom Window
A well known city official was reported crawling out of a city hall restroom window Wednesday afternoon. The incident drew attention as authorities investigated the unusual escape from city offices.
Oakley Sirrine Acquire Corkey's Lunch and Card Room
Mr and Mrs Oakley Sirrine formerly of Midland have purchased Corkey's Lunch and Card Room on West Fourth Street from Nicholas P Kreier and assumed management Monday. Mrs Sirrine brings restaurant management experience and will oversee that portion of the business. They will reside in Clare.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oakley Sirrine
Midland
Corkey
West Fourth St
Nicholas P. Kreier
Sirrine
Clare
Howard Miller Turns Pro With Florida State League Affiliate
Farwell native Howard Miller now plays professional baseball in the Florida State League after training with the Philadelphia Athletics at West Palm Beach Florida. He is listed as a former Farwell resident drawing interest from local friends and supporters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farwell
Clare
Howard Miller
Howard
Philadelphia Athletics
West Palm Beach
Florida
Cows in Clare Herd Produce 19 Twin Pairs Since 1945
Howard Myers reports an extraordinary dairy record near Route 4 in Clare. Since May 28 1945 a herd of sixteen cows has yielded nineteen pairs of twins, including four twin heifers, with three more twin pairs since Christmas 1949.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howard Myers
Clare
Route 4
Ripley's
Wise Farm Bureau Meets April 20 at Grange Hall
The Wise Farm Bureau held its April 20 meeting at Mt. Veron Grace hall. Mrs. Herold Anderson reported on the Women’s District meeting in Midland. A resolutions committee of three and an action committee were appointed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wise Farm Bureau
Mt. Veron Grace Hall
Herold Anderson
Midland
Keysor
Charles Gordon
Manley Smith
Perry Gesch
Joe Methner
George Weihl
Eugene Latimer
M Tre Agile
Landh
Norman Rocket
Vern Rocket
Enlistment Openings for Women in Army and Air Force
Captain Char lene H Hawes announces limited enlistment for the Women's Army Corps and Women's Air Force. Eligible applicants must be single 18 to 24 with a high school diploma. those 18 to 20 need parental consent. Inquiries at Mt Pleasant recruiting office, Post Office Building.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Women’s Army Corps
Women's Air Force
Charlene H. Hawes
WAC/WAPF
Michigan
Indiana
Regular Army
Air Force
WAC
WAF
Hawes
Clare I O F Lodge Initiates Several Members
At the Clare I O F Lodge meeting on April 24 the third degree was conferred on James Yeoman James Nevill Marvin Witheck George White Donald Dalton Glen Hammond and Phillip Goudie. Harley Holt presided as noble grand. A joint anniversary party with the Sister Rebekahs was announced for Tuesday evening. An initiatory degree was planned for Monday May 1. A bountiful pot luck supper followed the meeting and a social hour of cards occurred. The Clare I C C F Lodge also met with Harley Holt and Clyde Hull presiding. Chris Smith received the initiatory degree. A committee was formed to plan a benefit party. The mother daughter banquet was discussed with men to serve.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clare I. QO. O. F. Lodge
Clare IT. O. O. EF
James Yeoman
James Nevill
Marvin Wit- Heck
George White
Donald Dalton
Glen Hammond
Phillip Goudie
Harley Holt
Noble Grand
Rebekahs
Clare 1.C.C.F. Lodge
Noble
Clyde Hull
Chris Smith
Bud Shepherd
Mr. Holt
Clare Rebekahs Hold Regular Meeting and May Birthday Supper
About seventy members gathered at the Clare Rebekahs hall for a regular session followed by the May birthday supper. Mrs. Cartie Green presided as noble grand with substitute officers Mrs. Elizabeth McIntosh and Mrs. Effie Harvey. Eighteen past noble grands answered roll call and committees led reports and plans for a bake sale and Friday banquet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clare Rebekahs
Cartie Green
Noble Grand
Elizabeth McIntosh
Effie Harvey
Noble
Chaplin
Ina Hammond
Myrtle Nash
Faynell Dixon
Florence Irwin
Isabel Jackson
Beatrice Seiter
Maud Ramey
Nellie Ramey
Loomis Extension Club Plans Achievement Day
The Loomis Extension Club met with Mrs. Robert Bergey on April 20 for an all day meeting. Twelve members attended and plans for Achievement Day on May 4 were made. Lessons for the coming years were discussed and voted on. The next meeting will be with Myre Leonard Carncross on May 18.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Loomis Extension Club
Robert Bergey
Myre
Leonard Carncross
Clara Extension Group Plans Achievement Day
The Clara Extension group met at Mrs. Florence Corsant's home on April 20 to elect a county chairman and plan Achievement Day set for May 8. Kathryn Hanchett and the hostess served refreshments. A April 27 meeting with Mrs. Myrtlé Nash prepared further for the event. A Sweden table decoration was crafted and refreshment committee included Hisse Vandewarker and Esther Williams. The group attended Harrison on May 3 for Achievement Day with Genevieve Born Hiele Vandewarker Mary Grover Audrey Kinsey Ada Kinsel and Myrtle Nash noted. Vandewarker was installed as county chairman for the coming year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clara
Florence Corsant
Kathryn Hanchett
Myrtlé Nash
Sweden
Hisse Vandewarker
Esthar Williams
Ed Bader Dies at 77 in Clare County
Edward Bader 77 of near Rosebush died suddenly from a heart attack while working on the McFarlane farm Wednesday morning. Funeral services will be at Rosebush Presbyterian Church at 2:00 PM Saturday. Obituary to follow next week.
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Bader
Rosebush
Clare
Isabella
McFarlane Farm
Rosebush Presbyterian Church
Community notices of visits and gatherings in Elm Grove area
The column records numerous social visits across Elm Grove including Mr. and Mrs. Geo Gilcher’s trip to Detroit and Flint, a fall in Clare with a head wound, and a wide list of relatives and friends visiting, staying, or dining in nearby towns. It closes with a Bible verse from St. John 6 51.
Mt. Vernon Grange notes weekend visits and upcoming events
The Mt. Vernon Grange reports visits from Mrs. Ray Hales and family to Hastings, Kittie Koontz of Lansing with relatives, and various gatherings. Guests included the Hales, White, Brooks, Goodle, Hansler, Leposkey, Otis Norton, and Denman families. Grange activity featured a legal talks session by Judge Holbrook and a May 17 meeting with a birthday pot luck.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
MT. Vernon Grange
Ray Hales
Dick and
Gien
Hastings
Bennie Carr
Ray Wilcox
Linda
Kittie Koontz
Lansing
Harold White
Lavond White
Harold ‘White
Calvin Hales
Janat
Dick Brooks
Harold Brooks
Saginaw
Don Brooks
Phil Goodle
Horton Case
Mann Siding
Hansler
John Stough
Bob Leposkey
Howard van Camp
Phil Goudie
Otis Northon
Nird
Ernest Hawley
Ithach
Carl Denman
Lewis Gyurnek
Grange
Judge Holbrook
Fred Sexton
Art Wilson
Pigs Develop Sand Craving From Unbalanced Diet
A veterinary bulletin notes that pigs deprived of balanced rations may eat sand mud and other indigestible material. Researchers warn this can lead to digestive issues and mineral imbalances, urging farmers to ensure complete feeds and clean water.
Custodian Resigns After Fourteen Years at Bicknell Store
George Snider, custodian for the William H. Bicknell & Company department store, severed his connection on Saturday after fourteen years and seven months of service. He plans a vacation and says he will enjoy himself while remembering the kindnesses of the staff and Mr. Bicknell, Willard, and Mr. Greer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Snider
William H. Bicknell & Company
Snider
Card of Thanks for Kindness During Illness and Death
We thank neighbors and friends for kindness during illness and death of our husband and father. Grateful for floral tributes and to the minister. Signed by Mrs. Guy Porter and Mr and Mrs G R Wallace, Mr and Mrs Clifford Porter, Mr and Mrs Ernest Porter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guy Porter
G. R. Wallace
Clifford Porter
Ernest Porter
Thanks for the kindness during our mother’s illness and passing
The children and grandchildren of Mrs. Hannah Glass express heartfelt thanks to friends and neighbors for kindnesses during her illness and departure. Gratitude is extended to those who sent floral tributes and to Mr. Green and Mr. Coker for services and attention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Green
Mr. Coker
Hannah Glass
City of Clare Seeks Bids for Stanchions Cups Silo Corn Crib
Clare city bids due May 15 1950 at the city clerk’s office for stanchions drinking cups silo and a corn crib. Information from Clerk Alex McKinnon notes the right to accept or reject any or all bids.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clare
Scabbards Missing For American Legion Flags
The American Legion reports missing or borrowed scabbards used to carry flags. Post Commander Emil Giers requests information on their whereabouts, contactable at phone numbers 37-W or 341-W.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Legion
Legion
Emil Giers
Appreciation Note From Ruth Pitts
Ruth Pitts expresses sincere thanks to friends and neighbors for cards letters plants and gifts received during her stay at the University of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor and afterward at home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U of M Hospital
Ann Arbor
Ruth Pitts
Thanking friends for support during hospital stay in Saginaw
Richard Brooke expresses gratitude to friends and neighbors for cards letters fruit and candy received while staying at St. Mary's Hospital in Saginaw.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Mary’s Hospital
Saginaw
Richard Brooke
New Agency for Mary's Cleaners in Farwell
A new agency for Mary's Cleaners opens at Julius Barbes' Barber Shop in Farwell. The move expands the cleaner's presence in the town and links two local businesses under one storefront.
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Mary's Cleaners
Julius Barbes
Farwell
Tom in trucking offers dirt gravel and sand haulage
Delbert Keller of Clare advertises hauling dirt gravel and sand at reasonable prices with contact phone 6365-3.
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Tom
Delbert Keller
Clare
Penny Supper to Be Held May Sixth
Farwell W S8 C announces a penny supper this Saturday evening May 6 starting at 6 30 with serving planned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farwell W.s8.c
Box Social Skating Party at Gateway Lanes
The Room-4-U Club hosts a box social and skating party at Gateway Lanes on Monday May 8 at 8 00 P M The event invites members to join for an evening of skating and a box social fundraiser at the bowling alley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Room-4-U
Gateway Lanes
NO MONEY DOWN On Your Major Repair Work Ford Dealer
Dan McDonald the friendly Ford dealer offers no money down on major repair work for customers seeking affordable vehicle service and maintenance options.
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Dan McDonald
Bake Sale by Rural Christian Youth Group
The Rural Christian Youth Group Room-4-U Club will sponsor a bake sale on Saturday at Gay's Dime store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Room-4-U Club
Gay's Dime Store
Sincere thanks to everyone who helped build my house
Mrs. Margaret Freaman expresses gratitude to everyone who assisted in the construction of her house, acknowledging neighbors, workers, and local supporters. The message thanks volunteers and praises community spirit.
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Margaret Freaman
Call and delivery note for Clare Clesnera location
Clare Clesnera listed for call and delivery at first door west of city clock with phone 72 for contact and service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clare Clesnera
Rummage Sale Set For Mayle Street This Weekend
Community rummage sale scheduled Friday and Saturday May 6 at 101 Mayle Street. Proceeds support local projects and neighborhoods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mayle St
De Soto and Plymouth Bob's Sales and Service flare
Local automotive shop Bob's Sales and Service in De Soto and Plymouth shows a flare for customer service with parts, repairs, and fee schedules listed. The ad emphasizes quick turnaround and affordable rates to attract drivers in two cities.
Cemetery Notice for Surrey Township Lots Care and Fees
Surrey township Cemetery offers maintenance for lot owners including mowing watering twice weekly when needed and plant care for $6.00 per year payable to the Township Clerk by May 1. Extra charges apply for black dirt gravel and filling. Plants may be purchased and planted for $1.00 per lot by request to James Stanley Chairman or Walter J Carpenter Township Clerk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Surrey Township
James Stanley
Thanks for kindness from neighbors and clubs
Mrs Ralph Stevens expresses gratitude to the Friendly Neighbor Club the Rebekahs and friends for cards flowers fruit visits and acts of kindness during her recent illness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Friendly Neighbor Club
Rebekahs
Mra
Ralph Stevens
Cats Needed for Medical Study in Vassar
W H Bell of Vassar Michigan collector of laboratory animals requests cats for heart medicine testing and anatomy study. Send a card to box 57 Clare Sentinel. Mr Bell will pick up the cats Tuesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W.H. W.bell
Rel Vassar
Mich
Clare Sentinel
Maisonette Dresses Offers Kids Teens and Mens Wear
Maisonette Dresses advertises dresses slips maternity wear sun suits for teens and children men shirts and ties. Appointments available afternoons or evenings. Phone 7196 Clare.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clare
Open for Business at Brown location near Clare
John Lower operates a general repair shop offering welding and repair work of all kinds from the Brown location, seven miles north and two miles east of Clare. The notice announces available services and asks customers to bring their needs for skilled metalwork.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Lower
Brown
Clare
Rescue gratitude from sewer collapse survivor Cisrence Ramey
A note of thanks from Cisrence Ramey to the men who aided after the sewer collapse last week. Ramey expresses sincere gratitude for the timely help that freed him from the flooded tunnel.
Tough Jobs Earned by Federal Tracks Economy
Federal tracks will handle the tough job economically. Bob's Sales.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Federal Tracks
Bob
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M. B. Gallaghers
Charles Calkins Hardware
Clare, Hardware Co
Mercer
J. Burdo
Gallagher Tften
Brown & Bruckart
Hast
Dodge and Plymouth Sales and Service
Main
Grange Hall
Clubs and
Lodges
Clara Rebekah
Loomis Club
Clare Group
ED Bader
Ronald Col
Antes
Abana
Cornela Otis Skinner
Leonard Merricl
Judgement
Citizen's State Bank
Severs Connection
Bicknell Store
City of
Alex McKinnon
Bake Sale
DE Soto
Plymouth
Maisonette
Cisrence Ramey
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