Former Clare Lady Weds John B. Mitchell in Marbury Maryland
Miss Mabel Van Hoose daughter of Rev and Mrs M J Van Hoose Rushville Indiana married John B Mitchell in Marbury Maryland on October 27 at 8 o clock The ceremony was at the groom's parents home Rev J S Reynolds officiated Attendants were Mrs Alfred Posey and Mr Posey The couple went on a Virginia motor trip and will move to their home November 15 Mr Mitchell works at the Navy Powder Factory Indian Head Maryland Mrs Mitchell formerly worked at Davys for 13 years The wedding drew many Clare residents wishing them happiness
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Mabel van ‘Hoose
M.J. van Hoose
Rushville
Ind
John B. Mitchell
Marbury
Geléck
R. L. Mitchell
Marpury
J. S. Reynolds
Alfred Posey
Virginia
Mitchell
Navy Powder Factory
Indian Mead
Davys
Clare
Clare High School Community Fair Entries Listed
The Clare High School Community Fair lists classes for beans corn potatoes sheds and fruits with entries counted by superintendent and assistants. Various bean varieties, corn types, potato kinds, tobacco and fruit entries are noted along with entry limits and judges.
Entry requirements for vegetables and eggs announced
Sup t Russell Eberhart and assistants Leslie Brown and Walter Gordon announce entries of one half dozen small vegetables and one large vegetable and eggs with supervisors Pred Wilds and assistants Robert Montrey and Wayne Barton. All entries must be in place by 8 00 P M November 8.
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Russell Eberhart
Leslie Brown
Walter Gordon
Robert Montrey
Wayne Barton
Hearst of African Hunt Captivates Clare Chamber
Mr. Mershon described an African safari detailing encounters with elephants, buffalo, lions, rhinoceros and snakes. He shared trophy sizes, weapon choices, hunting techniques, and costs, including a $1200 Holland & Holland rifle and a three quarter grown rhino about the size of a switch engine.
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Florida
Mershon
Holland &Holland
Holland & Holland
Fleming
Mrr
Bertha Parker Garr Dies at 69 in Indiana Funeral
Bertha Parker Garr born December 3 1868 in Steuben County Indiana died October 26 1938 at age 69 years 10 months and 23 days. She left eight sons and two daughters including Herbert Carr Claude Carr Harvey Carr Pearl Flaishans and Wava Smithy with many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Funeral services were held Friday at 2 00 PM at Phurston Funeral Parlors Reverend Leah Garchon officiated interment in Cherry Grove Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harvey Carr
Bilhart
Indiana
Pearl Flaishans
Leah Garchoiy
Cherry Grove Cemetery
Candidates Night Held by Clare County Dem Woman's Club
Clare County Democrat Woman's Club hosted a Thursday event at the home of Postmaster and Mrs. Frank Jackson on West 9th Street. Mrs. Jackson with Mrs. Irwin Schlegel and Mrs. B. McLaughlin served a buffet amid autumn decor. Representatives from Lake Farwell and Harrison joined a round-table discussion on Democratic values affecting the aged, the afflicted, and the unemployed. Annual meeting date to be announced.
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Clare County Democrat Woman's Club
Frank Jackson
West 9Th’ Street
Clare County Prepares For Large Vote Next Tuesday
Clare County conducts a heavy voting drive with issues on gasoline and motor vehicle license funds to be used only for highway and street construction. Local races include Prosecuting Attorney Donald Holbrook, Sheriff Tim Graves, County Clerk Agnes Wyman, and others across Democrat and Republican fields.
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Clare County
Donald 4. Holbrook
Tim Graves
Seaver M. Amble
Register of Deeds
Agnes Wyman
Wm. A. Henderson
J. Francis McKenna
Oisen. Derby
Clare Osceol
George Marble
Bernie IF. Hampton
Iceland's settlement by Norse and Irish monks shaped its parliament
The text notes Norse explorers reaching Iceland around 850 A D and Irish Culdees already there. Norwegian settler Moki Vilgerdarson, with nobles, formed a southwestern settlement. Iceland was named in 866, and by 938 A D Norse immigration led to the Althing founded that year, later marking its 1000th anniversary in 1938 as the world’s oldest parliament.
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Iceland
Moki Vilgerdarson
Althing
Chipmunk Variants Across United States and Canada
The article notes ten or more chipmunk species in the United States and Canada. Northern species are considered attractive with a central black stripe flanked by two white stripes. The Siberian chipmunk differs from American varieties by four lighter stripes and denser fur. In the wild, a chipmunk often hides in holes along tree roots.
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United States
Canada
Red Cross Disaster Report Details 129 Disasters in 12 Months
Norman S Davis cites a year of 129 domestic disasters in 247 counties across 41 states. About 420000 people received Red Cross relief while 15 years of averages show 92 disasters per year. The release emphasizes volunteers, preparedness plans, and gifts funding the aid.
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African Red Cross
Red Cross
United States
Norman
Davis
Disaster Relief Service
American Red Cross
The
Rev Albert Dawe Speaks at Board of Commerce Meeting
The October Harri son Board of Commerce gathering at the Congregational church dining parlors featured Rev Albert Dawe of Clare as guest speaker on world conditions. Thirty five merchants and guests enjoyed a supper served by the Young Women's Auxiliary before a business session. The next meeting is set for November 22.
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Harrison
Harrison Board of Commerce
The
Congregational Church
Young Women’s Auxiliary
Albert Dawe
Clare
Clare County Voter Appeal From Local Senatorial Candidate
A Clare County candidate appeals to voters in the 28th Senatorial District urging support for a Clare County man to represent them in the State Senate. He reflects on years of service since 1878, thanks supporters, and asks for confidence in the upcoming election.
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Clare County
Senate
Soils Conservation Meeting at Mt Vernon Grange Hall
A Soils Conservation gathering for Vernon Township farmers is set at Mt Vernon Grange Hall on Friday November 4 at 8 00 pm. Agricultural Agent Harry K Wakefield will speak and answer farmer questions. All farmers urged to attend.
Missionary Convention at Loomis School House
A missionary convention will be held at the Loomis school house on Tuesday November 8 with speaker Mrs D C Hupp of Africa. She will sing two songs demonstrating in the African language how the natives reacted to the first auto car. Pastor Wesley Teale invites the community to hear how the Gospel is aiding Africans.
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Loomis School House
Africa
Rupp
Wesley Teale
Card of Thanks for Mrs. Bertha Carr
The Carr family thanks the American Legion and Auxiliary Rev. Leah Gardon and friends who sent flowers or helped during the illness and death of their mother Mrs. Bertha Carr.
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American Legion and Auxiliary
Leah Gardon
Bertha Carr
Appreciation to neighbors who helped erect our barn
Mr and Mrs F W Trietch extend sincere thanks to neighbors and friends who aided in erecting their barn and to the ladies who assisted with the dinner for the effort.
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F. W. Trietch
Apples for Sale at Fowler Orchards Cider Operation
Our choice applies all varieties are ready for sale. A new cider operation begins at Fowler orchards eleven miles away.
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Ieee A
Fowler Orchards
Bake Sale Saturday by Hagle Ladies Aid at Vandewarker's
The Hagle Ladies Aid will hold a bake sale at Vandewarker's Erocéry on Saturday. Proceeds go to the church's mission fund and community outreach.
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The
Hagle Ladies Aid
Vandewarker’s Erocéry
Penny Supper and Card Party by Rebekahs
Rebekahs announce a penny supper and card party set for Tuesday evening November 3. Serving starts at 6 00 PM and the card party will follow.
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Rebekahs
New York Post Office Short of Clerks in 1812
Historical note records New York post office in 1812 with only four clerks and part of their pay paid to the postmaster, indicating limited staff and the compensation arrangement of that era.
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New York
P.O
Elect George Marble State Representative
Donated by friends urging voters to elect George Marble for state representative. The candidate highlights support for tax limits on real estate, highways, rural electrification, federal funds for schools and street work, tourist development, and wider wealth distribution.
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George Marbie
Isabella Pomona Grange to Meet Mt Vernon Tonight
Isabella Pomona Grange will meet Mt. Vernon Grange on Wednesday evening November 9. Installation of officers and reports of delegates to State Grange will be the important business. A light lunch will be served. Nellie B White Secretary.
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Isabella Pomona Grange
Mt. Vernon Grange
State Grange
Nellie B. White
Rummage Sale Held by Ladies Guild at Local Church
The Ladies Guild of the Congregational church announces a rummage sale in the church basement on Thursday Friday and Saturday November 8 9 10 with hours starting at 9 30 each day. Those with clothing and other articles to contribute are asked to be ready for pickup on Monday or Tuesday of next week.
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Ladies Guild
The
Congregational Church
Community Calendar Of Local Meetings And Events
The notice lists regular meetings for Clare Chamber of Commerce on the first Tuesday of each month. Eastern Star on the first Thursday. American Legion on the fourth Monday. Mae sonic Lodge on the second Tuesday. Clare Kiwanis at Hotel Doherty Wednesdays at 6 30 pm. American Legion Auxiliary on the first and third Mondays. Farmers Union Grant Township Local 143 on the first and third Wednesdays. J B Sparbel Post VFW on the first and third Wednesdays. O Connor school P T A meets Friday night November 11. Public invited bring buns and coffee.
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Clare Chamber of Commerce
The
American Legion
American Legion Auxiliary
Legion Rooms
O'Connor School
Chicken Dinner At Greenwood Town Hall Report
A chicken dinner is served at Greenwood Town Hall on Sunday November 6 from noon to 8 pm. Admission is 35 cents per plate. Sponsored by Greenways Grange. An advertisement notes a Carolina motorola radio promotion at Bob's Garage.
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Greenwood Town Halls
Antil
Greenways
Grange
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Missionary Convention
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