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Newspaper

Clare Sentinel

Location

Clare, Michigan, United States of America

Date

May 19, 1922

Page

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Students to Perform at Congregational Church Program

Nearly 200 pupils from the lower six grades and kindergarten will present a miscellaneous program at the Congregational Church next Wednesday evening May 24 at 7 30. The event features songs drills dramatizations and individual numbers with some high school students assisting. Proceeds fund the lyceum deficit and, if over, buy library books for the lower grades. Admission is 25 cents per seat with a 1 dollar value offer for enthusiastic attendees.

Congregational Church Lyceum Connee Youngsteven

Respectful Arthur Resident Dies in Arthur Township

Mise Orpha Brown born July 25 1879 in Trout Township died May 14 1922 at home in Arthur Township aged 42 years 10 months 17 days She married Arthur Storms in 1899 and bore six children Lester Jay Marguerite Doris Ida including a baby who died She leaves husband and children an invalid mother Mrs Loretta Brown sister Mrs Edith Adamson four brothers Truman Carl Brown Charles Adelbert and a mother in law Mrs Fred Storms Her death ends a short illness and friends recall her kindly disposition plus a brief prayer verse accompanies the notice.

Mise Orpha Brown Trout Township Arthur Township Arthur Storms Lester Jay Marguerite Doris Ida Loretta Brown Groat Township Edith Adamson Truman Carl Brown Grant Township Charles Adelbert Fred Storms

Card of Thanks for Alton Porter Phinisey and Moore families

The family thanks all who helped in caring for and burying our loved one. Mr Alton M Porter Mr and Mrs L Moody Mr and Mrs J B Phinisey Mr and Mrs E R Phinisey Mr and Mrs J D Allen.

Mr.Alton M. Porter L. Moody J.B. Phinisey E. R. Phinisey J. D. Allen

Box social hosted by Biter Society at St. Cecilia

The Biter Society of St. Cecilia Church will hold a box social at 7:00 PM Wednesday evening May 24. Proceeds support church activities and community programs.

St. Cecelia Church

St Louis High School Downs Clare in 13-4 Affair

The St Louis high school nine defeated Clare 13 to 4 at the City Ground with early homers by Hubel and five stolen bases by Stough. Stough had three hits and four runs as Duncan walked nine but allowed only two hits over nine innings. Alma plays here this afternoon as Clare eyes a pennant bid.

St. Louie Canfield Stough Hubel Doll George McKeever Bugar Corner John Wileon Wilson- Davy Co Clare Habel Schoonover Thompson Duncan Etrock Secord Alma City Ground

S S Assn Holds Annual Convention

The inter denominational Sunday School work in Michigan highlights its annual convention. J H Engle, executive secretary, praised as a creator of progress and salesmanship in religious education. In Clare county efforts were organized for the coming year. Executive board lists to be published later with county officers contributing to the state works.

J. H. Engle Engie Minnesota Michigan Clare County Engle Harrison and Farwell

Salvation Army Annual Drive Seeks Rural Support in Clare County

The Salvation Army asks rural residents to back the annual drive for state work. Send name and subscription to Cap t Clarence W. Jenkins, officer in charge, at Clare County Savings Bank for a year receipt.

Salvation Army Clare County Cap T. Clarence W. Jenkins Clara County

Notice to Farmers From Michigan State Farm Bureau

Notice to farmers announced by the Michigan State Farm Bureau with guidance for this year. The brief advisory highlights upcoming programs and deadlines for agricultural planning and farm safety efforts.

Michigan State Farm Bureau Tedenoce

Stop Look and List Campaign Urges Safer Crossing Manners

Railroads plan a June start four month campaign to urge motorists to slow at crossings. Pere Marquette President Frank H Alfred cites engineer worries and urges careful crossing to prevent derailments and injuries. He notes a driver fleeing after wreck and stresses responsibility of motorists and train crews.

Frank H. Alfred Pere Marquette Railway Thies

American Legion Plans for Memorial Day Services

The American Legion outlines Memorial Day events with services at the Methodist church on Sunday May 28 led by Rev QO Millberry. A Legion meeting tonight will finalize plans and ex soldiers are urged to attend in uniform along with their families.

QO. Millberry The Legion N. L. Tibbile

Dress Up Party By Pythian Sisters At Local Hall

Pythian Sisters host a dress up party at the E of P hall on Tuesday evening May 23. Music and dancing promise lively entertainment with a light lunch and admission set at 25 cents.

Pythian Sisters E. of P. Hall

Take Notice Clare Study Members and Others

Notice warns that Clare Study members and others possess magassiacs they will not use. The document emphasizes their intention to refrain from use and calls for attention to the matter.

Clare Study

Mrs Geo Johnson Dies at Saginaw

Mire Mrs Geo Johnson dies in Saginaw at St Marys hospital around midnight. A respected Clare resident and active church and social worker. Remains returned to Clare, funeral planned for Saturday with Rev E W Davis officiating at Cherry Grove Cemetery. Obituary to follow next week.

Mire Geo. Johnson St. Mary Hospital Saginaw Oclare Abe Clare E. W. Davis Cherry Grove

Army training to benefit Clare county young men

Government offers thirty day military training this summer at Camp Dunster Michigan for Clare county youths ages 17 to 27. Free transportation clothing food equipment and medical care provided. Courses Red White and Blue cover basics NCO and officer material with age limits and eligibility detailed by local chairman N N Tibbits.

Clare County Camp Dunster Michigan N. N. Tibbits Clare

Buy a Tag Tomorrow for Salvation Army Drive

A plea urges readers to donate any amount tomorrow for Salvation Army tags. The call notes donations from children and adults alike, praising the Army’s work in Clare and surrounding counties. It emphasizes that hard times increase need and that small gifts add up to significant aid.

Salvation Army Clare

Notice to settle debts by May 27

All parties owing us are urged to call at the shop and settle. Come before May 27. Dayle.

Five County League Starts Season With Tight Openers

The Five County League began its second season last Sunday with Barryton at Gladwin and Harrison at Coleman delivering hard fought games. Barryton visits Clare at Recreation Park next Sunday for a 5:00 pm kickoff, as managers Haley and Albers praise recruits and players.

Barryton Gladwin Harrison Coleman Sunoday Barryton Clare Recreation Park Haley Albers

Do You Legally Own Your Auto Title Required by July First

The state demands a certificate of title from Lansing before July 1 to prove ownership and trace previous owners. Without it you are not legally owner, risking trouble. dealers urge immediate application with Charles J. DeLand, Secretary of State, Lansing.

State Department Lansing Charles J. DeLand Mich

May Weddings At Local Methodist Parsonage

Two marriages recorded at the local Methodist parsonage in May. Miss Jennie G. McClung of Sheridan township wed Amos A. Van Horn of near Gladwin with Rev. E W Davin officiating. They will live on a farm near Gladwin. Also Miss Gladge Yeager and Malond A. Mott, both of Pontiac, married by Rev. S W Davis. They will reside in Pontiac where the groom works in a lucrative position.

Jennie G. McClung Sheridan Township Amos A. van Horn Gladwin E. W. Davin Mies Gladge Yeager Malond A. Mott Pontiac W. Davis Clare County Shetry

Dance at MB May 18 at Ver Non Grange Hall

A dance is announced at MB with venue Ver Non Grange Hall and date May 18. Patrons are invited to attend. the note uses informal phrasing but confirms a social event in the community.

Fire Destroys Sanford Farm Home

The Sanford farm home of Dr. F. Sanford near the cemetery was destroyed by a chimney spark. The fire department laid 1100 feet of hose due to no hydrant, but aged hose failed and required replacements, and the blaze quickly became uncontrollable. Loss to Mr Sanford estimated at about 1800 with 800 insurance. the Davises’ household goods were fully insured.

F. ©. Sanford Sanford Dale Davis

Farmer Loses Barn Fire with Livestock and Machinery

Last Thursday at about 4 00 a m Spencer Stickle of Rosebush area discovered a fast spreading fire in his large barn. The fire consumed the building and its contents including 10 milch cows 2 horses a tractor a truck and other farm machinery. The origin of the blaze remains unknown and no livestock or equipment could be saved despite help arriving promptly.

Spencer Stickle Rosebush

Sylvia Play Dates Shift to May 25 and 26

The high school operetta Sylvia will move from Wednesday May 24 to Thursday and Friday evenings of the same week if no conflicts arise. A special stage is being built at the Congregational church to seat about eighty cast members, likely exceeding one night’s capacity. This differs from the school entertainment of next Wednesday evening noted elsewhere.

Sylvia

Dance at Grant Town Hall Wednesday Evening

A dance will be held at the Grant townhall on Wednesday evening May 24. The event is organized by the committee.

Grant Townhall

Carl Gehrke Found Dead After Moonshine Party

Carl Gehrke was found dead in his bed after not answering family calls last Monday. A coroner's inquest was held but physicians await full state chemist results from stomach contents before final ruling. Funeral services were held at St Johns Lutheran Church with burial in Cherry Grove Cemetery.

Carl Gehrke St. Johns Cherry Grove Cemeter

Income Tax Auditors Still Needed

The United States Civil Service Commission announces further openings for Auditor and Inspector positions in the Income Tax Unit of the Bureau of Internal Revenue. A nationwide examination will be held June 14 for eligibility. salaries range from 1800 to 3000 dollars annually. Applicants must have accounting experience, pass tests, and succeed in an oral examination to show fitness for the work. Information and blanks available from the Civil Service Commission in Washington or local Civil Service Board offices.

United States Civil Service Commission Income Tax Unis Bureau of Internal Revenue Washington, D. OC United States Bealdess Washington, D. C Secretary of the Civil Service Board

Auction Sale of Farm Stock and Tools by Lowerys

On account of illness Mr and Mrs Wim Lowery will sell at public auction their farm lot stock tools and household goods at the premises two miles south and 234 miles west of Clare on Thursday May 25 beginning at 12 30 p m A full list appears on another page.

Wim. Lowery Clare

Sawkins Piano Co. Seeks Return of Personal Property

A party taken fire from the Sawkins car on Friday night May 12 in Known. Persons must return to the Sentinel office or the Mt. Pleasant store by Saturday May 20 to avoid prosecution.

Sawkins Sentinel Office Mt. Pleasant Sawkins Piano Co Mich

Memorial Day Proclamation Urges 1922 Observance

The proclamation recalls Civil War sacrifices and slavery’s abolition, praising veterans of Civil War Spanish American and World War I. It urges Michigan residents to observe Memorial Day on May 30 1922 with community plans and proper observances.

Ecore Repubblic Shiloh Gettysburg America Michigan Belf-Staff S Commonwealth

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Arthur Lesa Heaven Ainger Det Eda ST. Louis Duncen S. S. Ass’n American Legion Dayle Yeager-Mottt MB. Vernon Grange Hall Sanford Farm
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