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Newspaper
Clare Sentinel
Location
Clare, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1955
Page
12
The Assembly of God members gathered at Mrs. Rhea Davis home on September 27 to honor Pastor Rev Norman Kolenda for his birthday. After prayer and social time, ice cream cake and coffee were served by the church Ladies. Rev Kolenda received gifts from the group and several others. Members joined from Clio Ndenville Harrison and Clare and wished him many more happy birthdays.
Zenobia Chapter officers hosted a chicken dinner at the Masonic Hall with Mrs. Glenn Hammond and Jay Bellinger coordinating. Ken Roe attended as a guest and the evening featured readings and musical performances by Warren White Mrs. Floyd Norcutt and Miss Olive Evans, ending with a song.
Norman Wendell Wich born September 26 at Clare Hospital weighing six pounds 1344 ounces to Mr and Mrs Norman Wich of Harrison. Tori Elien Raber born September 28 at Clare Hospital weighing seven pounds 9½ ounces to Mr and Mrs Merley Raber of Harrison. Kenneth Roger Blosser born October 2 at Clare General Hospital weighing seven pounds 13 ounces to Mr and Mrs Titus Blosser of Harrison. Stephen Robert Baker born October 5 at Community Hospital Mt Pleasant weighing eight pounds 3 ounces to Coach Robert Baker and spouse. father is Clare High School basketball coach.
The Clarabella Extension Group met September 22 with eleven members and two guests. The vice chairman presided due to the chair man’s absence. Names were exchanged for new secret sisters. next meeting set for October 13 at Mrs. Jake Seibt’s home.
Mrs Tom Campbell and Mrs Richard Wheeler hosted a Wednesday evening shower for Mrs William Harper in honor of her son Larry. Guests enjoyed a social hour and refreshments as gifts were opened for the child.
The Women's Fellowship of the Congregational Church met October 3 in church parlors. Miss Effin Hales presided. Rev. Hugh Kennedy spoke on Friendly Service and social welfare of African Americans. Circle II led the program. pumpkins, pie and tea followed, with a floral centerpiece and a reception thank you card read.
Mrs. Hazel Lennox of Coleman hosted a Meet-A-While Club lunch with nine members. Lillian Renner won first prize, Lulu McPhail second, and Mrs. Gough of Loomis Consolation. Next meeting is October 12 at Florence Renner's for a half day.
Thomas Joseph McAtee was christened at Saint Cecilia s Church with Rev. Sruba officiating. Local families A B Cudworth Lowery Beafe and others visited relatives in Grand Rapids Sheridan Houghton Lake and Clare. Church revivals and funeral attendance marked weekend activity with multiple family visits.
Mr Akins hosts visitors for several days prior to next engagement. Mr and Mrs Laurence Seiter stay with Mr and Mrs Lee Talliday in Milan to attend the annual Flying Farmers gathering. Laurence oversees the Saturday noon fish fry.
Mr and Mrs Ellis Bowler and daughter Jane of Durand and son Tommy Bowler of Grand Rapids were dinner guests Friday with W E Bowler and Dr and Mrs A D Austin and families. They attended the Durand Clare football game at Clare Athletic Field. Jane Bowler stayed weekend with cousin Jeanie Bowler.
Mr. and Mrs. Perry Geeck of Coleman and his mother Mrs. Anna Geeck visited relatives including Mr. and Mrs. Roy Field of Corunna. Mrs. A M Young of Coleman spent last week visiting sisters Mrs. Belle Sheehan and Florence Robinette. Mrs. Jim Sutton was a caller.
Lake Rod and Gun Club hosts a Friday night meeting at the clubhouse. The Women's Club of Lake meets Tuesday evening with Mrs. Roger Russell. V I W Auxiliary asks for donations or help for a Saturday dinner serving at 5 30 PM. Methodist Women’s Society of Christian Service holds a general meeting Tuesday October 11 at 8 PM with out of town guests presenting a program on Indian Americans.
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