Memorial Day Observances Planned by Walter A Larman Post
The Walter A Larman American Legion post plans Memorial Day events in Clare for May 30. Reveille at 6 00 am flags displayed. graves decorated at Cherry Grove and other cemeteries at 7 00 am. parade forms at 10 00 am from city park, with high school band leading to Cherry Grove cemetery for exercises. Participants include Civil War veterans, public school, Boy Scouts, Spanish War veterans, and American Legion. Parade route along west Fifth street McFinan to east eighth Cedar cemetery. Program includes America School Choir Miss Cline invocations cornet baritone duets N A Elden and George Boyd memorial address Rev H B Johnson Star Spangled Banner taps.
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Walter A. Larman
American Legion
Clare
Cherry Grove
George Boyd
Boy Scouts
West Fifth Street
McFinan
East Eighth
Cedar
America—School
Cline
N. A. Elden
D. BE
Alward
H. B. John
Post Office Clerks Meet in Alma
The Michigan Branch of the National Association of Post Office Clerks will hold its annual convention in Alma on Memorial Day May 30 at the Wiks Temple. The Michigan organization has cooperated with the chamber of commerce to arrange the event and entertainments for clerks and their wives include visits to the King floral gardens Michigan Masonic Home Alma College and other sites. Hundreds of postal clerks from across Michigan are expected and Alma claims the distinction of being the smallest city to host the state convention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michigan
National Association of Post Office Clerks
Alma
Wiks Temple
Michigan Organization
Chamber of Commerce
King Home
Michigan Masonic Home
Alma College
In Loving Memory of J. B. Hendrie
In loving memory of our dear son and brother J. B. Hendrie who departed this life three years ago May 14. The family recalls the Lord calling him home and he has won a crown in Heaven. We miss his kind hand and earnest care. the home is dark without him.
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J. B. Hendrie
Grant Resident Davia Harper Dies After Illness
Davia Harper died Wednesday afternoon at Bis Home three miles north of the city after a lingering illness. Funeral from the home Saturday at two o'clock with burial in Surrey Cemetery. Potted plants and cut flowers.
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Davia Harper
Bis
Surrey
Clare High School blanks Gladwin 4 to 0 on rough day
Clare High School defeated Gladwin 4 to 0 on a windy Friday afternoon. Joslin allowed four hits for Clare while Otis Stanley finished the seventh. Reed City game postponed to Monday as district track preliminaries run at Mt. Pleasant.
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Clare High
Gladwin High
Aldread
Joslin
Clare
Gladwin
Otis Stanley
Reed City
Mt. Pleasant
Dalton Barn Destroyed Near Clare by Fire
A large forty by eighty foot barn on the Frank Dalton farm, three miles southeast of Clare, was destroyed by fire Tuesday night. Loss is estimated at 4500 dollars, partly insured. Neighbors reported the blaze. Clare rural fire squad responded but could not save the structure. Cattle and horses were moved out. several hogs burned along with hay and tools. the blaze lit the area and drew hundreds of onlookers as roads were blocked.
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Frank Dalton
Clare
Dalton
Durant Cars Move to Dunlop Block in Clare
Woodward Motor Sales announces purchase of half interest from John A. Jackson in Durant and Star Auto. Jackson retires May 1. New Durant line showcased. firm invites old and new customers to visit in Clare Michigan.
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John A. Jackson
Durant and Star Auto
Durant
Clare
Mr. Jackson
Jackson
Rudy Cotton Opens Head Quarters in Dunlop Block
Rudy Cotton rents 101 West 6th Street in the Dunlop Building and moves his radio hospital there. He will offer a full line of radios and accessories and electrical appliances and is equipped to do all kinds of wiring. He solicits a portion of your business.
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Rudy Cotton
West 6Th Street
Dunlop
Cotton
Clare City Board of Review Meeting May 21 1928
The Clare Board of Review will meet at City Hall on Monday May 21 1928 at 9 00 am to review and equalize assessment rolls for the city wards and will stay four days as required by law or longer if needed. City Clerk Alex McKinnon notes the proceeding.
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Board of Review of the
City of Clare
City of
Clare
Casefire
Get your car washed and cleared for Decoration Day
Haley and Groves advertise car washing services ready for Decoration Day. They offer cleaning, polishing, and detailing to prepare vehicles for the holiday observance and parades.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Haley & Groves
Ady
Clinic for crippled children clinic in Clare county held in Clare
A clinic for crippled children of Clare county will be held in Clare on Tuesday June 19 with orthopaedic specialists Dr Kidner of Ann Arbor and Dr Blodgett of Detroit volunteering services. The Clare county chapter of the Michigan society for crippled children arranged the event after a conference with Mrs Esther Martin. Twenty eight county children are registered and a complete history will be collected to plan treatment and cure efforts. Details and venue will be announced in a later Sentinel issue.
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Clare County
Clare
The
Michigan Society For Crippled Children
Esther Martin
Ann Arbor
Michigan Crippled Children Commission
the Sentinel
Infant Babe Goes Home from Arthur Township
Ernest Leroy, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Willis Richardson, born May 9, 1928, died May 11 at the grandparents H. S. Bruner home in Arthur township. Survived by parents and grandparents with other relatives. Short service led by Rev. Kleinhardt, burial in Arthur cemetery Saturday. Sleep on dear babe and take thy rest, God has called thee.
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Ernest Leroy
Willis Richardson
H. S. Bruner
Arthur Township
Kleinhardt
Arthur
Babe
Cemetery Clean-Up Day Planned at Vernon Cemetery
A cemetery clean-up day is set for Tuesday May 22 at Vernon cemetery. Volunteers are urged to attend in the afternoon to help with beauty and upkeep and are asked to bring tools and baskets.
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The
Vernon Cemetery
State Street Beauty Shop Ad Promotes Ciruline Permanent
An old fashion beauty shop advertises permanent waving options including circuline perms, shampoos, and Hollywood marcels. The notice lists Mrs Clara Freed with phone 311, and mentions a nursery stock and White's Fruit & Floral Farm for lists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hollywood Marcels
State Street
Clara
White's Fruit & Floral Farm
Harris and Hirt Move Hardware Next to Anderson Drug Store
Harris and Hirt have relocated their hardware business adjacent to Anderson's Drug Store, creating a new aligned storefront and likely increasing foot traffic for both aisles.
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Harris & Hirt
Anderson’s Drug
Aly
New law shifts school meeting to earlier month
A new law, enacted by the last legislature, moves annual school meetings to the second Monday in June from July. It also changes the fiscal year from July 12 to July 1. Grant District No. 2 in Clare has two board seats, with terms for William Lange and D B, expiring.
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Grant District No
Clare
William Lange
D. BH
Good News Kelley Bros Stock Co to Play in Clara
Kelley Bros Stock Co presents The Awakening of John Slater in a waterproof tent theatre starting Monday night May 21. Geo Henderson returns as John Slater with Bess Henderson, new comedien Harry Nolan, Madlin Lambert, William Mylt, Elwood Benton, Max Clark, Harry Hogue, Nell Wright at piano, and Mr. and Mrs. Kelly on site. Tickets priced to suit all, joy week for Michigan patrons.
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Kelly Brothers Stock Co
Clara
John Slater
Geo. Henderson
Bess Henderson
Harry Nolan
Madlin
Lambert Dainty
Princess Theatre Weekly Showings May 19 25
The Princess Theatre runs May 19 to 25 with Under the Tonta Pine and Zane Grey western star cast. Sporting Goods features Richard Dix as traveling salesman. The Latest From Paris shows Norma Shearer with a provocative saleslady gag. Powder River billed as American Legion Picture with matinees and special coast pricing.
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Zane Grey
Sun,Mon
Sporting Goods
Richard Dix
Paris
Norma Shearer
Powder River
coast—American Legion
Legion
Baseball Game Postponed Between Local High School and Reed City
The baseball game scheduled for this afternoon between the local high school team and Reed City has been postponed to Monday afternoon May 21.
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Reed City
Stardwart Hirt Rave Shifts to Anderson's Bee Derby
Fragmentary words describe a moving event or shopping scene with references to a stun store, flowers, and plants. The text lacks coherent details to form a clear summary or identify people, places, or dates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amis & Hirt Rave
Hext
Anderson's
Former Clare Young Man Succumbs at Alpena
Charles Edward Jackson died at age 33 after a long illness. Born in Clare on September 5, 1894, he served in World War I with Co. BH, 36th Infantry. He married Nora Martin in 1920 and lived in Alpena with their son John. Funeral held at St. Cecelia Church with American Legion rites at the grave. He is survived by his wife, son, parents, three brothers, three sisters, and numerous relatives and friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charlies
EB. Jackson
Charles Edward Jackson
Clare
Co. BH
36Th Infantry
Nora Martin
Alpena
John
St. Cecelia Church
Flanagan
McLaughlin
Mt. Pleasant
VanOelen
Gladwin
St. Cecelia
Walter A. Larman
American Legion
Legion
J. A. Jackson
Lawrence
Frank
Ethel Schlegel
Neilie Peterson
Marjorie Reeder
John Martin
John Jackson, Jr
Dale Peterson
Mary Baxter
Detroit
Irwin Schlegel
Cadillac
Peter Summer
Harl Schlegel
Lansing
Michigan State lays out corn profits amid pests and rising costs
The farm crops department at Michigan State College launches a spring program with over 40 corn variety demonstrations across the state. The effort aims to offset higher costs from the European corn borer by promoting high yielding varieties such as Cle ment’s White Cap, M. A. G. Yellow Dent, Pickett, Golden Glow, Duncan, Polar Dent and Jewett’s Yellow Flint. Over three years the trials seek to identify varieties that maximize sound grain yield and sustain profitability despite pest pressure.
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Michigan State College
Michigan
Clement
Lenawee
Monroe
Branch
Thumb
Pickett
Golden Glow
Duncan Corn
Jewett
Sheep Shearing Ad Promises Quick Wool Box Service
A fragment advertises sheep shearing with promises of fast service and turning sheep round and round. It mentions lines about shafts and smiles and a new method replacing an old heavy lift. The note includes references to Géo. Wilcox, Rosede Smith, and Clare K-6.
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Géo
Wilcox Rosede Smith
Clare
Peter Akey Dies After Long Illness at 75
After many weeks of illness Peter Akey died at his Vernon Hill home on Wednesday morning May 16 in his 75th year five months and 11 days. The funeral is set for 2:00 pm at the home with Hitler Burt of Beaverton officiating and Surrey Cemetery interment planned. The obituary will appear next week.
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Peter Akey
Vernon Hill
Hitler Burt
Beaverton
Surrey Cemetery
Good Literature Club Concludes Year With May Picnic
About twenty five members attended a pot luck picnic on Tuesday afternoon May 15 at Mag Minnie Caul's home. After supper a business meeting was held and a social hour led by Miss Zuschnitt. The gathering closed the club's work for the year.
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Good Literature Club
Mag
Minnie Caul
Wild Ducks Dying En masse at Houghton Lake
Reports from around Houghton Lake indicate hundreds of wild ducks dying this spring. Inspectors found lead poisoning from ingested shot in several specimens, with one duck showing 186 pellets. The lake, a historic duck hunting area, may contain vast amounts of spent shot on the bottom.
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Houghton Lake
Roy Carr
United States
Roscommon Herald-News
Service that Adds Miles to Firestone Tires
Firestone dealers offer tire service designed to save money and extend miles. The program uses Firestone equipment and methods to guarantee quality. Services include air pressure check, wheel alignment, rim and tire inspection, and expert advice.
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Firestone
Jas. A. Clute
Firestone Service
Firestone Tire
Sealed Bids Sought by Clare for Shingling City Hall
Clare Common Council invites sealed bids May 21 1928 for shingling City Hall with asphalt shingles four strip 12 1 2 inches three ply remove old shingles and root boards right to reject any or all bids City Clerk Alex McKinnon also notes local shop ads for children's jumpers scarfs and luncheon sets.
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Clare Common Council
Clare Chamber Meeting Highlights Local Band Visit
The Clare Chamber of Commerce held a Monday dinner meeting at Phelps Cafeteria with 65 attendees. William Powers of Chevrolet and Mint’s Bernt spoke on GM aims while the Clare high school band performed under George Boyd amid praise for their progress and community support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clare Chamber of Commerce
Phelps
Barnes
T. Carl Holbrook
William Powera
Print
Chevrolet Motor Company
George Boyd
Chamber of Commerce
Powers
Clare High School
Pand
Instituton
John Woodward Keeps Durant Star Auto Agency Open
John Woodward, after buying half interest from John A. Jacks, reopens an office and display rooms in the Dunlop building on West 5th Street and plans to resume full Durant and Star car displays soon inviting public inspection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Woodward
John A. Jackson
Durant and
Star Autos
Dunlop
West $Th Street
Woodward
In Memoriam for Henry Denker
In memory of our dear father Henry Denker who died ten years ago this May. Dearest father thy sweet smile thy gentle voice bring memories of you so dear. We hope some day to meet you in thy heavenly home above. From his loving daughter Mrs. Minnie Cotton.
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Henry
Denker
Minnie Cotton
Misers Marry at Methodist Parsonage in Mount Pleasant
At the Methodist parsonage Monday evening, William D Miser of Mount Pleasant wed Margaret Schafley, with witnesses Hy Beckley and spouse. The couple will reside in Mount Pleasant at once, following the ceremony conducted by Rev W W Hurd.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Methodists Parsonage
William D
Mt. Pleasant
W. W. Hurd
Margaret Schafley
City
Hy Bu. Beckley
Vernonites to entertain at Mt Vernon Grange event
Mt Vernon Grange invites nearby school patrons to a Monday evening event on May 28 at the hall. The Kelley Club of Mt Pleasant will provide entertainment and a potluck lunch. Everything is free.
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Mt. Vernon Grange
Kelley
Mt. Pleasant
Fragmented OCR Item on Local Notice
Readable fragments show a damaged clipping about a public notice or local event. Specific names, dates, or actions are unclear, but the item appears to involve official wording and a community context.
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Star Spangled Baxyner
Taps
Derbya
Vernon
Woodward Motor Sales
Claré, Michigan
Dunlop Block
Board OF Review
Alex McKinnon
Clinic For Crippled Children
NEW Law
Kelley Bros. Stock CO
Princess Theatre
Charles E. Jackson
Houghton Cake
Conservation Department
Antland Novelty Shoppe
Messrs, Powers, and Bernt
BK. W. Bornt
Mint
General Motors Acceptance Corporation of
New York
General Motors Corporation
Holbrook
Detroit Creamery Company
Fne
Durant-Star Cars
Schlarley-Miser
Vernonites
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