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Newspaper
Clare Sentinel
Location
Clare, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1955
Page
8
Vernon area residents hosted relatives for weekend gatherings and birthdays. Kathern Mack honored on November 22 while Sherri of Mt. Pleasant and Valerie Robb of Chester Pa visited. Dozens of relatives from Clare Owosso Coleman Farwell and Harrison shared meals and calls with hosts in Vernon and surrounding towns.
Rev Harold Smith officiated the marriage of Wenona Agle of Coleman and Roger Lane of Clare in a Saturday ceremony, with a reception at the James Crowder residence. An all church member fellowship dinner is planned Tuesday at the Orr School near Coleman for members and families.
Enrollment trends from the Association of Land-Grant Colleges convention show college attendance rising from 4 percent in 1900 to over 30 percent for youth today. The report projects enrollment surpassing 4 million by 1970, rising further if rates grow, with potential 5.5 million by 1970 if a 1 percent yearly increase continues.
Four diaries covering 1848 to 1859 and other papers were sent to the Library of Congress after discovery in a Mentor Ohio Garfield house vault. MSU professors Harry Brown and Frederick D Williams investigated editing for publication noting Garfield’s high education and historical value.
Mrs Jarman celebrates sixty sixth birthday with a dinner hosted by Mrs Caroline Allestos and Mrs Ethel Chamberlain of Mt Pleasant. Ernie Kent reports a deer catch. David Wilson suffers a stroke and is hospitalized in Mt Pleasant. Local news is sparse due to a faulty telephone line.
Clifford Rodgers and Gerry Heintzlman led deer season activity with hunting trips in Jackson Napoleon and Harrison areas. Many families hosted visitors and joined house warmings while others traveled between Pontiac Battle Creek Williamston Fort Wayne and Clare for hunts and gatherings. Regulars included Heintzlman Brockway Hileman Van Blarcom and Van Blarum with extended visits from Lautzenheiser Shaver and Smith families during the opening week.
Beaverton elementary and junior high principals and teachers invite parents to an open house Monday evening November 28 at 8 p.m. Parents will visit rooms and then join the November PTA business meeting in the Elementary School Activity room followed by refreshments.
Detroit residents Ed Phannes and family visited his father John Pfannes with his sister’s family. Frank Van Blarcom of Pontiac spent the weekend with his wife and children at his parents’ home. Nell Porter of Clare joined a Sunday dinner with her parents. Alma’s Seaver Burton and son spent the weekend with Emerson Burton and joined Thursday dinner with Bob Heber’s family for deer hunting. Howard Brockway and son Dale attended a Lansing senior play with Earl Brockway and friends. Charlie Van Blarcom and family visited their daughter as well as Howard Brockway on Sunday. Knoll and Baker families returned home after a week with Willet Austin and kin, with Mrs. Austin visiting Bay City, Pinconning and Standish midweek.
Paul A. Miller of Michigan State University urged editors to inform and interpret for communities. He said newspapers help citizens weigh project outcomes and keep decision making in public hands, stressing action and participation over mood.
A special organ and vocal service is planned at Harrison Unified Brethren Church Sunday evening November 20 to dedicate a new Organo instrument valued at 2750 dollars. George Booth of Midland will be guest organist. local church singers will perform with duets and solos. Voluntary contributions toward the organ balance and a public recital of sacred and classical music will follow. all music lovers are invited.
In any auto crash you should avoid saying it was your fault as this can backfire in court and may void insurance coverage. Obtain names and addresses of all involved, insurance details, vehicle numbers, and witnesses, then notify your insurer. In Michigan, report serious injuries or death to police and file a written report to the Secretary of State.
Durward B. Warner vice president of Michigan State University East Lansing will direct organization of Michigan's 83 counties for Michigan Week next May 1956. He is named chairman of the Local Organization committee for the third annual Michigan Week announced by Russell A. Swaney Detroit Federal Reserve Bank head. County selection committees are being enlisted to recommend county chairmen.
University of Michigan geologist Professor Kenneth K Landes warns against doodle bugs or doodle buggers as oil finding tools. He says no gadget can replace drilling, and success hinges on expert geologists guiding exploration. A 3,000 foot Michigan hole may cost about 12000 plus lease and test expenses.
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