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Newspaper
Clare Sentinel
Location
Clare, Michigan, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1924
Page
2
A church outreach urges readers to seek moral guidance and social renewal through church attendance. It argues church fellowship helps escape social and moral ruts and presents the gospel of Jesus Christ as the only solution for sin, inviting people to come to church Sunday.
A survey questions what happened to a traditional novelist whose old fashioned style once earned the affection of Hild readers through beloved characters. The inquiry weighs whether this writer’s voice survives in modern tastes and continued readership.
A traveler notes that a watch balance wheel spins at 18 000 times per hour, meaning the device would travel about 2 500 miles annually if kept in constant use.
The article notes that people spend substantial time asleep and in recreation, with a large portion also eating. It links contagious diseases to poverty and mentions Legion and Auxiliary Poppy Day approaching next Thursday.
Local items report train times and travel notes, church events, club meetings, and visits among residents. Announcements include upcoming May gatherings, Ladies Aid plans, a guild event, and a schooling update. Several residents travel to Detroit, Mt Clemens, and Tacoma while others plan future moves or operations.
The United States Department of Agriculture reports a growing and profitable five-stock dairy industry across the South. South Carolina farmers gain revenue from creamery output while Mississippi ships milk to distant markets. ticks are largely eradicated and dairy programs promote pure-bred stock and higher standards.
Head lice pose a serious threat to turkeys ducks and geese more than other fowl. A single louse can kill a turkey. Treatment involves rubbing melted lard around the comb and ears then repeating on other areas. Add kerosene carbolic acid or stock dip for effectiveness and keep birds warm after treatment.
The article urges doing repairs on machines buildings fences and other farm improvements during winter slack seasons to avoid crop interference and loss. It notes successful farmers plan with a memorandum list to complete tasks before urgency and delays.
Guidelines on dairy feeding conclude pasture outperforms any single feed. Silage enhances milk when combined with other feeds, especially with hay or clover. Best results come from mixing silage with three pounds daily per cow and one pound of hay, with alfalfa or clover improving the blend.
Those with access to ample sand can use winter days to make concrete blocks and related products. Ensure new blocks are protected against freezing for several days. Some concrete floors may be built during cold weather if properly protected.
A reading farmer argues success hinges on sow feed and proper farm management. He cautions against sloppy pig pen upkeep and wasteful manure exposure, noting ice water should not be used to coerce cows into drinking and warning that poor housing wastes money.
Church services announced with Catholic devotion led by Pastor Rev George Flanagan at 8 00 a m. Parish schedule notes morning mass and religious duties for followers.
J A Allen and Rev O B Milberry lead Sunday worship at 10:00 a m with 11:30 Bible School. Evening services at 7:30 p m. Mrs Harry Terwilliger hosts Gospel service Sept 7 at 7:00 p m. Prayer meeting Wednesday evening and choir practice to follow.
Memorial Day program in Clare features a 10 15 a m service with Civil War veterans invited. Special patriotic music and a memorial sermon by the pastor, son of a veteran, follow at 11 30 a m Sunday School led by Mrs A H Horton at 7 00 p m and the final evening service until September.
At Lutheran church 1002 McEwan Street, a series of confirmations and services are listed. May 24 at 1:00 p.m. Confirmation school, May 26 German Holy Communion at 10:00 a.m. May 29 Ascension Day English services at 7:30 p.m. May 31 English service at 8:30 a.m. June 1 Public Examination of Catechumens at 2:30 p.m. June 7 Jaet meeting of the Confirmands at 1:00 p.m. June 8 Confirmation of Catechumens and Holy Communion in English at 10:00 a.m.
Church schedule lists Sunday School at 10:00 a m and preaching at 11:00 a m with evening service at 7 00 p m and 7 30 p m. training for service class Saturday at 7 30 p m at Roy Feighner home. Services at South McEwan street chapel. Wilson School House holds Sunday School at 1 30 and preaching at 2 30. all are invited.
Keay Olare Methodist church at 107 H Seventh St lists a 9:30 a m city meeting, 10:30 a m public worship, 11:30 a m Sunday School, and an 6:15 p m vesper concert with sermon by the pastor. Weekly events include cottage prayer meeting Tuesday, fellowship choir Thursday, and a May 24 jubilee concert by the Ladies Aid Society.
A jolly party at Mr. and Mrs. A. B. Bickford home on Fifth Street bid farewell to Miss Sadie Tatman of Plint Michigan a niece of Mrs. Bickford. She leaves Sunday for home after visiting San Bernardino relatives. Flowers gifts Mah Jong whist music and refreshments marked the evening. Miss Tatman is a niece of James F. Tatman of San Bernardino.
Inspect the Jackson and Wood yard's inventory to determine current tire stock and prices before purchasing.
An 8 man group or column observer repeatedly denounces leaders, comparing them to a ship’s captains. The critique focuses on governance and the performance of those in charge. The text frames the criticism as constant and political.
A fragment notes a crowd of radio enthusiasts and Mah Jongg players where one person struggles to understand only English Brooklyn slang. The piece hints at language gaps amid social hobbies.
A fragment contends that a man’s words may be praise or flattery. The speaker doubts the sincerity, suggesting the statement may be empty flattery rather than genuine commendation.
A compact note on how polite conduct shapes interactions when others label someone a fool. It argues for restraint, clear boundaries, and mindful response to frequent negative judgments to maintain dignity in communication.
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