Glare Study Club Holds Final Breakfast Meeting
The Glare Study Club gathered Tuesday May 3 at 9:00 am for a breakfast at Hotel Doherty marking its last meeting of the year. Mrs. Flem ing arranged place cards and flowers while Mayor Dunlop sent a bouquet. Mrs. Martha Bicknell presided and lauded members for their cooperation and loyalty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Glare
Doherty
Fleming
Dunlop
Martha Bicknell
John Doherty
Wagner
Home Makers
Helen Lucille Doherty
Wollen Haupt
Mesdames Bowler
Hammerburg
Neff
E. Nevin
Mona Zucca
Clare
Detroit
Anna’ ‘Stase Richerson
Altho
Zenobia Chapter Initiates Three Members into Order
Zenobia Chapter No. 129 Order of the Eastern Star held a special initiation, inducting three new members, including two Masons and the wife of one. Sixteen of eighteen officers attended, with many members and visitors from Farwell and Mt Pleasant. Refreshments followed in the dining room hosted by Iva D. Fisher Ivonné Gorr Leta Mae Gillespie Ruth Parent and Gertrude Schaaf.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Zenobia ‘Chapter No
Order of the Hastern Star
Masonic Lodge
Zenobia Chapter
Farwell
Mt. Pleasant
Iva D. Fisher
Ivonné Gorr
Leta, Mae Gillespie
Ruth Parent
Gertrude Schaaf
Prohibition Notice on Dumping Garbage on Country Roads
City urges residents to stop dumping garbage along roadsides in rural areas. Mayor John W. Dulaes warns penalties for offenders and stresses that dumping is strictly forbidden and harms the community. Local authorities report dumping around East County Line and promise action against violators.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Duifair
East County
Coopers
Jonn
Dulaes
Boy Scouts Sell Salt Water Taffy For Camp Fund
The Boy Scouts collected public support on Saturday selling Atlantic City salt water taffy at thirty five cents a pound. They moved about 135 pounds and fifteen Scouts plan a week at Camp Repay in early July. Scout Master Bates thanks readers for the warm response and a second sale is planned in three weeks with details to follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlantic City
Bates
Sentinel
Finnish Folk Dances Highlight Clare Good Literature Club
The Clare Good Literature Club presented a Finnish themed program on Tuesday April 26 under Miss Mabel Reynolds. Twelve second grade girls performed Finnish Folk dances in white headdress with flags displayed and refreshments served by Home Ec students. A panel discussion by Mrs Morrell Clute Miss Doris Gerow and others explored Finland’s culture, customs, and women’s independence. A Mother-Daughter tea is planned for May 10 in the Music and Art room at the city school with Miss Ulrey and Home Ec students in charge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clare Good Literature Club
Mabel Reynolds
Harold Fleming
Miss Reynolds
Marquette
Morrell Clute
Doris Gerow
Paul Lowrey
George Stanford
Donna Hornpeck
Finland
Miss Ulrey
Holden
City School
Alrey
Home Ee
Juniors to Stage Craig's Wife at High School
The Junior class presents the full length drama Craig's Wife on Wednesday May 11 in the high school auditorium. Admission 35 cents adults 25 cents students 10 cents children. Curtain at 8:00.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Craig
Rebela
Mayor Dunlop Names Appointees for Ensuing Year
Mayor Dunlop named his appointees for city offices and committee posts for the coming year during Monday night’s council session. Key figures include City Attorney Donald Holbrook Health Officer Dr Jas A Reeder Water work engineer W H Erter City Engineer John White Night police John Hanley Chief of Police Wm D Dunlop and fire chief Albert Haley. The council discussed a proposed east side sewer funded over three years and accepted a Leonard Refineries oil bid for dust control on streets plus a WPA curb and gutter project on five blocks at a total cost of about 15 239 dollars, with city share 3 083 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dunlop
Donald ©. Holbrook
Jas
A. Réeder
W. H. .Erter
John White
John Hanley
Wm. D. Dunlop
Art Damoth
W. H. Erter
Lyle Babcock
Albert Haley
Arthur Parish
R. A. Thurston
Cunningham
Holbrook
Feighner
Wfeighner
Ald
Parish
Hachmuth
Archambault
Leonard Refineries, Inc
West 4Th Street
East 5Th
West 6Th Street
East 8Th Street
Lady Golfers Open Season With Breakfast at Twin Elms
Nineteen women golfers met for a May 4 breakfast at Twin Elms to start the season. Mrs. E. A. Anderson spoke as president and Mrs. Harry Wehrly directed actions. First match with Alma set for June 1 at nine o’clock except Portland at ten. nine holes played with low putts and a tie between Mrs. Anderson and Mrs. Leo Hampton. A second division is planned to include new players and high handicaps. three scores per player due by June first.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Twin Elms
Portland
Mt Pleasant Clare Kiwanis Hold Joint Meeting
An interclub session of the Mt Pleasant and Clare Kiwanis clubs was held at Hotel Doherty. Lt Governor Gladwin Lewin of Traverse City spoke on what constitutes a successful Kiwanis year with Dr B Neff coordinating the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
MT. Pleasant
Mt. Pléasant
Clare' Kiwanis
Doherty
Kiwanis
Gladwin ‘Lewin
Travérée City
District Speech Contest at Clara High School Friday
The annual district Speech contest will be held in Clara High School auditorium on Friday night May 6 at 8 00. Five students compete in declamation five in oratory and three in extempore speaking. Admission is free and a large crowd is expected.
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Clara High School
Gladwin
Clare Jed
Floyd
Coe of
Clare
Resident of Clare County since 1870 succumbs
Edwin A. Runyan born May 21 1863 in De fiance Ohio. He moved with family to Michigan then Clare County in 1870. He married Alice Applebee in 1881 and Anna Saxton in 1912. Survived by daughter Elnora Allen granddaughter Aletha Garver three grandsons Florin Bud Orvis and eight great grandchildren and sister Mrs Chas Gilman of Saginaw. Funeral at Eagle church conductor Rev Henderick with Rev Kleinhardt and Harry Cleveland burial Cherry Grove.
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Edwin A. Runyan
Elizabeth Runyan
Defiance
Ohio
Michigan
Saginaw
Clare County
Alice Applebee
Hinora Alien
Florence Orvis
Anna Saxton
Elnora Allen
Aletha Garver
Bernard Allen
Florin
Bud Orvis
Chas. Gilmax
Eagle Church
Henderick
Kleinhardt
Harry Cleveland
Cherry Grove
Florin Orvis
Budd Orvis
Archie Tryon
Pontiac
Ed. McNaughton
Marion
Chas. Gilman
Mrs E G Johnston Chosen Poppy Day Sale Chairman
Preparations for Poppy Week May 23 to May 30 are under way by Walter H Larman Unit 128 of the American Legion Auxiliary. Mrs Omer Parent unit president announced Wednesday with Mrs B E Johnston directing the Poppy Day committee assisted by many unit workers. Plans include distributing memorial poppies citywide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter H. Larman
The
American Legion Auxiliary
Omer Parent
BE. G. Johnston
East Sierra League Forms Nine-Town Baseball Loop
The East Sierra League debuts with nine towns forming a ten-team circuit, led by Mt. Pleasant Mobilgas and Clare. May 8 opens with Coleman at Mobilgas and other matchups. next week the Sentinel will publish the full schedule. Players wear dark grey uniforms with navy trim. local merchants donate funds and gear for the season. A public game at City Tourist park Sunday invites fans with a collection to cover expenses.
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East Siar
Mt. Pleasant
Mobilgas
Green Spot
Shepherd
Porter Pure Oil Field
Rosebush
Delwin Grange
Dover
Clare
Coleman
Harrison
The
Sentinel
Mance’s Market
Dunlop Cafe
Mammoth Producing and Refining Corporation
Barnes Cafe
Ideal Theatre
Charles Strange
Marcielles Restaurant
Wm. H. Bicknell & Co
Thayer Bros. Inc
Citizens State Bank
Farmers Independent Practice Co
Grove Bros
Damoth Insurance Agency
Clare Hardware & Furniture Co
Uncle Tom’s Recreation and Lunch
North Star Grocery
J. J. Green
Harris & Hirt
Clare Drug, Co
H. J. Foster
Fred Morgan
the Glare’ Sentinel
Roy Cimgherer
Clare Auto Parts, Grill & White
Roy Heltinck
Jesse Lamphere
Kenneth Hendrie
N. L. Tibbits
Harold Jones
Bob's Garage
Louise Flower Shop
Clare County music festival slated for Tuesday event
Clare County Schools plan their first annual Music Festival Tuesday evening at the Harrison Community Building under the Music Department of Michigan State College. The program features Lewis Richards, Helen Hether, Mabel Olive Miles, LaVerne Bates, and various choirs and bands with pieces including The Home Road Danny Boy Ireland and America the Beautiful.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clare County
Harrison
Michigan State College
Lewis Richards
Helen D. Hether
Mabel Olive Miles
LaVerne Bates
Clare Dairymen Meet To Improve Product Quality
Clare and northern Isabella County dairymen gather at Clare City Hall on May 17 to discuss farm handling of milk and cream and to promote improved quality. Michigan State College dairy specialists, state inspectors, and local dairy manufacturers sponsor an evening of talks moving pictures drawings and prize drawings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clare
Isabella Counties
Clare City Hall
Michigan State College
National Hardware Week Promoted by Clare Dealers
Local hardware merchants in Clare join national efforts led by the Retail Hardware Association to celebrate National Hardware Week May 9 to 15. They pledge top quality items and value driven promotions aimed at boosting year round buying and public spending among capable shoppers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Retail Hardware Association
Clare
Messrs
Burdo
Clare Hardware and Furniture Co
Harris
Harrig & Hirt Hardware
Mother and Daughter Banquet Attracts Over Two Hundred
The Ladies Guild sponsored Mother and Daughter banquet at the Congregational Church on Wednesday May 4 drew about 240 attendees, far exceeding expectations. Miss Ann Pierce led community singing, Mrs. Albert Dawe gave the invocation, and Mrs. Austin Bates oversaw the program with Mrs. Stanley Masten as general chair. Toastmistress Mrs. Glen Lloyd introduced speakers as Miss Barbara Caple and the Study Club sextet performed, followed by Miss Helen Boyd from Lansing who spoke on unity in home church and community life. Continued on Page Eight.
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Ladies Guild of
The
Congregational Church
Ann Pierce
Albert Dawe
Austin Bates
Stanley Masten
Guild
Glen: Lloyd
Barbara Caple
Study Club
Helen “Boyd
Lansing
Young Peoples
Michigan
Conquerers
Fife
R. V. Gunn Speaks at Clare Merchant-Farmer Meeting
The Clare Chamber of Commerce held a busy Tuesday night at the Hotel Doherty with 62 members and guests, featuring Prof. R. V. Gunn of Michigan State College and speakers from state and local farming and business circles. Notable attendees included Chas. M. Starkey of Bryan Ohio and 93-year-old Joseph Horan, a Clare area fixture, along with long-time merchant John Doherty who hosted and was joined by Harold Flencing as toastmaster.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clare Chamber of Commerce
Doherty
Lance Thayer
Jay Hansen
R. V. Gunn
Agriculture Economics Department
Michigan State College
Frank Jankoski
Lake City
Michigan Department of Agriculture
Chas. M. Starkey
Bryan
Ohio
Clare
Michigan Gas Corporation
Paul Gibson
Harrison
John Doherty
Joseph Horan
Vernon Township
Isabella
Cornwell Ranch
Coleman Furniture & Jdardware
Hol. Johnston
Harold Flencing
Chamber of Commerce
Clare High School F. F. A
Page
Postmaster Jackson Promotes Air Mail Week in Clare
The Clare post office boosts Air Mail Week with aims to raise public awareness of the mail service. A letter from Clare at 6 00 pm to New York arrives next morning. letters to Los Angeles arrive same pattern. Rural carriers enter a contest to mail the most air mail letters between May 15 and 21.
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Air Mail
Jackson
Ais
Clare Office Register
Bir
Clare
New York City
Los Angeles
Cal
Miami
Florida
United States
Achoo
Packer
Also Mentioned on This Page
Mrs. Clare
Fleming Home
Théat
Olaté
Im. Mottdhy
Taééday
Alma
Edwin Runyan
E. G. Johnston
Poppy Day Sale
Baseball League
Stutting
Porter
Delwin
Greer Spot
Mobil Gas
Clare County Schools
Noel Roberts
Danny Boy
Hundred Pipers
Clate High School
Richard Greenfield
Enennseestenee
Ghorus
John A. Carpenter
Wilhelm
Isi
John. Peel
the Blacksmith
Aimerica the Beautiful
Madge Lhinb
Zuchin
Samuel
Ward ‘Barwell
M. L. Smith
Central
State Teachers College At
Highland
Beotch
Clare Dairymen
City Hall
Helen
Boyd
Glen Lloyd
Chamber Commerce
National Air Mail
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