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Newspaper
Clare Sentinel
Location
Clare, Michigan, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1925
Page
1
A 1925 Wells Horton Butler Jewell bill imposes dimming lights at 600 feet, bans exhaust cuts outs and whistles, requires two front and one rear lights, and adds green lights for trucks and buses. Violations carry escalating fines and possible license suspension. commercial vehicles get speedometers and future distinctive plates. drunk driving penalties expanded.
Headquarters announce a June 4 performance of On Midsummer Day an operette for about seventy grade children directed by Genevieve Stonecliffe. Act One shows a neglected garden rescued by rain fairies. Act Two follows fairies and brownies seeking the garden owner who vows to care for flowers. Edith Louch plays the garden mistress with Dorothy Comer as Fairy Queen and Kathleen Osborn at piano.
Household goods for sale listed by Mrs Art Peterson at 306 West 7th St include phonograph gas stove four burner oil stove kitchen cabinet sewing machine chiffonier bedstead mattress springs library table bed yoant stand large clothes basket dining chairs fruit jars wash machine hip boots size nine waders size nine and one pair waders size nine. Event noted as On Midsummers Day June 4.
The season opener at the local grounds features the Five County League.Local boys meet Beaverton next Sunday afternoon at 2:30 standard time.Both teams are in good condition and expected to contest from the start.
Fire of unknown origin last week damaged the barn of IF A Carncross in Sheridan township. Wesley Scott, occupying the farm, saved horses and harnesses but ten cows perished inside. The barn 40 by 64 feet with basement valued at about $3000. insurance on the structure $1800. Livestock owned partly by Scott valued at $500 to $600 with no insurance. Rural fire truck from the city fought the blaze, aided by neighbors, saving granary coop and house despite high winds.
Governor Alex J. Groesbeck urges observance of Saturday May 30 1925 as Memorial Day. He honors Civil War veterans and all who served, calling citizens to a more impressive tribute. The proclamation cites national peace and the duty of remembrance.
The fourth quarterly meeting for the Clare and Weidman circuit will be held in Clare from May 22 to 24. Rev W A Feighner of Evart will preach each evening at 7 30 with Saturday 2 00 pm and Sunday 10 00 am services. All are invited to attend the old gospel preaching led by J A Hanes pastor.
Mt Vernon Grange will hold a dance at their hall on Friday evening May 29. A good time is promised for all. 8012 Committee
All roads lead to Dover for a community dance on Wednesday evening May 27. Music for dancing begins at 9:00 with everyone welcome to attend.
Louis Klingelhofer died at his home Monday morning after a stroke. Born February 1 1846 in Germany he served in the Franco Prussian War and emigrated to the United States in 1876 settling in Grundy County then Sheridan Township Michigan. He leaves a son John and a sister in law. funeral at Colonville Church with Rev L C Bernthal officiating and interment in Cherry Grove cemetery.
Piano pupils of Mrs Donald Bicknell presented a Saturday afternoon recital at her State street studio. The program featured piano quartets trios and solos by students including Donald Jones Dorsey Mussell and Dexter Hiden in a quartet and Victoria Mercer Gladys Peterson Georgia Burke in a trio. Beulah Topps Octavia Anderson and Marion Horton played a final trio before refreshments and social time.
Calendar lists closing term activities from May 15 to June 19. Events include junior play athletic banquet memorial day march grade cantata senior exams junior senior party class day commencement and related exhibitions, picnics, and staff reports. Rev. E Z Smith in charge of baccalaureate.
A resident thanks friends and neighbors for valuable aid after a bari burn last Thursday night and salutes city firemen who left their beds to assist. June 4.
Clare High School defeated Mt Pleasant Indians 11 to 5 last Friday. The Indians led 4 to 2 before Clare rallied with clean hitting and smart base running to take and hold the lead. McNerney pitched strongly with ten strikeouts, a season feature.
State Highway Engineer J Z Sharpenstein led Clare Wexford Osceola and Missaukee officials to inspect a Russell plant at the Clare Roscommon line. The pit could yield 300 yards daily and reopen the site with high grade gravel. Roscommon eyed gravel for trunk line M 14 amid praise for Clare road policy and conditions.
The Kelly Bros Stock Company returns next week with a new cast and repertoire. Opening with S Manthy a three act comedy, the season includes A Girl in the Case Looey San and Why Wives Go Wrong. Each night offers a changing program and Monday is ladies free night with one free ticket per adult. Mr Kelly also plans a Sellers Kitchen Cabinet drawing for a lucky number during the week.
The Junior class presented Tweedles last Friday May 15 in the high school auditorium. Bob Jackson and Evelyn VanDyne led as Jullian Castlebury and Winsora Tweedles with Devere Schoon Mayme Stevens as the Castlebury couple and Grace Lister as Mrs Ricketts. Credit goes to Miss Ardis and Miss House for the quick rehearsal.
We thank friends and neighbors for assistance and kindness during our bereavement in the death of our father and brother-in-law. Appreciation for floral tributes from the K of Plodge the Grange and neighbors. Gratitude to Colonville congregation for church use singers and to Rev. Bernthal for comfort. John Klingelhofer Louise Wassmund
Neighbors receive thanks for acts of kindness during our son and brother’s illness and death. Appreciation extends to the Hagle Choir and Rev. J. A. Allén for comforting words. Signed by Mrs. Rachel Hendrie and children.
Mrs Ernest Bedie expresses gratitude to the Gleaners and many friends for flowers letters and cheerful visits during her hospital stay.
The Colonville Church of God invites all to an all day meeting on Sunday May 24 with a community pot luck. Dinner will be served at the Colonville church. Rev. F B Snyder is the pastor and host.
The Hagle Ladies Aid will host an ice cream supper in the church basement Friday evening May 29. All are invited. An auction sale follows Saturday June 13.
Ralph J. Maxwell, born April 8 1905 in Wise township Isabella Michigan, died May 2 1925 at 20 years, 1 month, 4 days. He attended Herrick school and Clare high school, would have graduated 1923. He leaves parents Mr and Mrs W J Maxwell five brothers and four sisters with many relatives at his funeral led by Rev E T Smith at Cherry Grove.
The State Highway Department finished specifications for M-20 paving in Clare and plans to advertise the job for let around June 1. The project spans about 1.5 miles with varying block widths from Meehwan street to the county line and to the Union depot, promising dust reduction and property value benefits.
Asa H. Aldrich announces a special examination for seventh and eighth grade pupils in Harrison on June 8 and 9 1925. Seventh grade tests June 8 and eighth grade tests June 9 start at 8 30 a m CST. Only students sick quarantined or otherwise unable to attend the regular exam may participate. Bring legal cap paper and use pen and ink.
A dance will be held at the I O O F hall in Farwell on Friday evening May 29 with good music and a lively program. The committee invites attendees to enjoy the event and socialize.
All are invited to attend the dance at the Advance Grange new hall in Elm Grove Friday evening May 22.
The Larmon Post of the American Legion plans a universal flag system in Clare with city council approval for sidewalk drilling under Marshall Brier. Merchants can buy a 12 foot staff and 3 by 5 foot waterproof flag for 4.50 to display on Memorial Day Flag Day July 4 and other patriotic days.
James Benjamin Hendrie born August 2, 1859 in Wentworth County Canada died May 14, 1925 after living in Vernon City since seven years prior. He leaves his mother Mrs. Rachel Hendrie two brothers George W Hendrie Jos W Hendrie and sister Mrs Sarah Hage. Funeral held at Free Methodist church last Sunday afternoon with Rev J A Allen officiating and burial in Cherry Grove cemetery.
May 23 to 29 features Two Shall Be Born with Marjorie Daw on May 28. Changing Husbands stars Leatrice Joy and asks wives if they would marry again. Beloved Brute with Victor MacLaglin. Fun-Troubles of a Bride Fox film. Peter Pan runs June 8 and 9 with matinee Tuesday at 3:30.
We express appreciation for kindness during illness and death of our son and brother Ralph Maxwell. Special thanks go to the pastor for comforting words, the singers, the flowers, and the Helping Hand and Missionary societies. Mr. and Mrs. W J Maxwell and family.
An ice cream social will be held in the basement of the Waele Church on May 26 for the benefit of Mr. and Mrs. Estella Leitner. Everyone’s help will be appreciated at this time.
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