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Newspaper
Clare Sentinel
Location
Clare, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1946
Page
1
A large barn on Dr. C B Wood’s farm northwest of Rosebush was destroyed Saturday night by a fire of undetermined origin. About 6:30 the blaze engulfed the barn with winds fanning it. cattle and feed were lost and two silos survived. Estimated damage about $3000. no full insurance. Mt Pleasant fire unit assisted.
Clare Gladwin Midland Counties District Association Order of Eastern Star will honor Associate Grand Conductress Greta Masten of Zenobia Chapter Clare at President Grace Ward's home chapter in Gladwin on Saturday evening December 7 at 8 00 oclock A fine program is planned This marks the first time a district member initiated there has been elected to Grand Office and is a source of pride for Zenobia Chapter the district and the state A large turnout of district members and friends is expected to attend
Mrs Elza Beery of Findlay College is scheduled to speak at a rally Sunday evening at Elm Grove Church starting at eight o clock with special musical numbers by local youth groups from Dover Elm Grove and Eagle.
Undefeated Clare High football squad is shown in a team photo with players Bob Hampton Donnie Cappaert Glen Gunderman Willard Ireland Wilbur Ireland Wayne Carncross Bob Perry Herb Smith in the front row. Coach Donald Richardson and staff Doug Fleming Joe Johnston Bud Rodabaugh Dale White Bill Campbell Bob Cimmerer Joe McNerney in the middle row. Hawood Worstell Don Holbrook Tom Creguer Bob Wallace Bob Samborn Bill Borle Jim Irwin in the back row. Photo by Sternaman.
Carle W Handel resigns as Scout Executive of the Valley Trails Council BSA effective December 31 1946 after five years in Saginaw The council accepted his resignation at the annual meeting and he plans to enter business sales work. Handel previously served in Columbus Ohio and Chicago Council.
The Rebekah Club will sponsor a Christmas bazaar at Moirgan's Grocery on Saturday, November 23. The event aims to support community charity activities and offers a range of seasonal goods.
Rotary members attended a Wednesday noon luncheon with no formal program as deer hunting dominated conversation. George White claimed first buck at 8 15 am, Harold Hughes followed with 8 15, Everett Cook boasted of an eight pointer at 7 40, others listed include Robert Kelsey and Martin Loomis. New Rotary Alibi Club members named alongside current officers.
A school of instruction for newly elected county drain commissioners will be held at Michigan State College December 19 20 and 21. Charles Figg announces joint sponsor The program covers legal procedures for new and inter county drains and practical drainage construction and highway and sanitary drainage considerations.
Revival meetings led by Rev C W Morgan at Rosebush Standard Church from November 24 to December 8 at 7 45 p m all are invited Pastor Rev Wm Young and secretary Wm Calkins announce the event The passage urges taking it easy if unsure about proceeding with the cay ahead
North woods opening day drew an estimated 800000 deer hunters as the 1946 season opened. Michigan Conservation Department officials report a new all time peak in Upper Peninsula hunter traffic with about 35000 crossing the Straits, 16566 northbound ferry riders, and ferries running at high capacity during peak periods. Weather remained favorable and snow conditions varied by region aiding early kills and keeping venison from spoiling. Big Buck Contest results list Heaviest Ray Schofield 193 pounds and Norris Blystone wide spread 2034 inches with other top placements noted. Local hunters in Clare and Roscommon counties reported several successful deer taken in first days.
Clare High School juniors stage the three act comedy The Big Blow Up in the school auditorium this Friday at 8 15 p m Curtain time and the class play promises suspense humor and action with an evening of high class entertainment See page eighteen for cast and committees in this weeks Sentinel
Thanksgiving reflection emphasizes sharing abundance and gratitude rooted in Pilgrim history. It contrasts future technological changes with enduring values of tolerance, personal freedom, and security, noting the tradition’s resilience across centuries.
Snow removal aid totaling 200000 dollars will be distributed to 38 Michigan counties with heavy winter snowfall. Counties listed include Clare receiving 4295.18 dollars, Missaukee 4968.55, Osceola 4041.78, and Roscommon 4153.30, with funds based on a 60 inch snowfall threshold and a 1937 act formula.
J E Malosh a 23 year old Lake in Clare county resident and Michigan State College agriculture freshman uses 4-H and FFA experience to run his 152 acre farm on weekends. He plans to finish college then work in extension while keeping farming as a side operation.
White Shrine members and their husbands will hold a potluck supper Monday November 26 at 6 30 p m in the Masonite hall.
Government agencies keep sugar under price control and rationing into 1947. The C F Smith Co was found guilty of rationing violations tied to a large sugar shortage, and 305 of 315 Detroit area stores were suspended from handling sugar for 30 days with 60 days probation. OPA boosted raw sugar by 36.5 cents per 100 pounds and semi refined sugars by 40 cents, adding about 50 million dollars to annual food bills, while subsidies on domestic sugar will drop. Households are told to keep sugar ration books.
The Sentinel will publish Wednesday afternoon next week due to Thanksgiving as a legal holiday. Advertisers and correspondents are urged to submit copy one day early for a smooth issue.
Seven year old Robert Thayer of Vernon township was critically injured when struck by a hunter's car while crossing US 27 near Clare. He was treated at Clare Hospital and then moved to the University of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor in unconscious condition. Other hunting accidents include Robert Goudy injured by a gunshot in Big Willow Swamp near Houghton Lake and Elden Jackson wounded by a relative. Funeral services were held for Joseph Hi Donoghue after a heart attack while hunting.
Dr Mark Osterlin pediatrician from Children’s Center Traverse City will hold a clinic at Clare County Health Department in Clare at December 1946. Appointments only by family physician. Free for birth to sixteen with health problems. limited slots.
Charles King a registered pharmacist with years of experience formerly of Owosso Wyandotte and recent Wyandotte work joins Houghton Drug Store in Clare. He assumed duties last week and will handle prescriptions for city and rural trade boosting service for patients and staff.
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