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Newspaper
Clare Sentinel
Location
Clare, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1921
Page
1
Frank F. Rogers urges township highway commissioners in Michigan to properly spread gravel, use a road drag and grader, and drag roads seasonally to maintain gravel roads. He argues good maintenance proves road tax dollars are well spent and encourages adoption of these methods.
J T Brown continues the produce business at Ohio Dairy Co. after Brown and Habe dissolves partnership. All bills to be settled at the new location. Brown pledges continue patronage and high market prices. Mr and Mrs H C Gadney left Wednesday for Saginaw for hospital operation. H O Oudney underwent a crane operation, condition described as improving.
The circuit court adjourned after disposing of many cases. Carl Milke and James Alien were each sentenced to six months to one year in Jackson and Ionia respectively for violating prohibition laws. Rudolph Milke was told to return home to farm. Des Allen’s case was continued. Robert Wilson was rearrested and will be tried at the next term.
A. Dale, Clare’s milksman, announces a new ice house near the mill pond with 1500 tons capacity. He expects to fill and deliver ice to patrons next summer and to supply his milk business. The ice famine affecting Clare businesses is to be ended as the Clare Ice Co will meet city demand.
Last February the ladies of St. Cecelia's parish held a two side contest led by Mrs. Leon Greaacn and Mrs. J Cour. The event closed October 4 at the McKeever home, with a musical program and a total fund of 1257.37. Mrs Gleason's side won by about 40 dollars, and Miss Marguerite Thayer was named most popular Clare lady winning a bar pin.
Sealed bids will be received by the Lincoln Township Clerk in Clare County for one mile of state reward road Class B on the section line at 7 and 18. Bids due October 12, 1921. Specs at Lake Georges township clerk’s office. Proposals must include £1900 certified check. Board may reject any or all bids. Elizabeth Bierly Clerk Lincoln Township.
We express gratitude to friends and neighbors for kindness and sympathy during our mother and grandmother's illness and death. Thanks for flowers, food, and Rev. Davis for comforting words. Sidney Johnson and Oblidren.
In a congressional speech dated August 18, Woodruff attacks the excess profits tax and current corporate reliefs. He argues profits exceeding 8 percent are unfair and urges repealing the excess profits tax to ensure larger firms and wealthy individuals pay their fair share, vowing to oppose the bill otherwise.
An administrator announces a public auction at the premises five miles east and one mile north and two miles east of Clare. The sale includes livestock farm tools and other articles and will be held about October 18. Watch for notices next week. Orla Barber, Adm.
Mr and Mrs Ges H Phelps hosted a banquet for the local base ball boys after the season at the cafeteria. The event began at 7 30 pm with the boys enjoying a generous spread and hearty praise for support received during the season. They expressed high hopes that in 1922 the pennant would rest with them.
Theodore Roosevelt lists nine reasons for church attendance. He argues a church going community fosters responsibility and neighborliness, offers meaningful sermons, hymn singing, Bible reading, and charitable action, and demonstrates faith through work.
Debora Jennie Johnson aged about 75 dies Sunday at 1 30 PM at her son Sidney Johnsons home. Born in Canada in 1850 she moved to New York with parents and married D R Johnson in 1885. She leaves two sons one deceased, three grandchildren, and is a long time member of the Latter Day Saint church. Funeral held at the son's home with Rev E W Davin officiating and burial in Cherry Grove cemetery.
Monday afternoon around 2:30 Rev. E W Davie joined Lee McClain and Gertrude Taylor as one. The couple, highly respected by friends, reside on a farm east of the town.
The Barnum and Sparks families express gratitude to friends and neighbors for sympathy and beautiful floral offerings following the death of our little son and grandson.
Dr Charles Stirling and two children Neil and Mildred with Irvin Micer survived an east of Clare crash when a hill encounter caused the car to roll into a seven foot embankment. They escaped unharmed and retrieved help to recover the wrecked vehicle. A Grand Rapids thief stole items from the car as responders sought assistance. Prosecution is being withheld.
The 1921 legislature passed a law directing state supervision of parochial denominational and private schools by public school inspectors. Superintendent Thomas E. Johnson said the parochial supervisor post was offered to J Edmonson of the University of Michigan but declined. Ten field workers will divide inspections of curriculum teachers and buildings alongside public schools, with Johnson directly handling reports and active supervision.
Last Saturday evening at eight o clock Rev E W Davis united Willia Barber and Misa Lydia Reynolds in holy matrimony. Attendants were Ralph Heller and Katherine Kuster. The couple reside near Yarwell with Lydia the daughter of Mr and Mrs Orin Reynolds and will make their home at Farwell. Congratulations.
On October 11 1921 the undersigned will hold an auction of the live stock and farm tools of the estate of Henry Ackerman at the farm located two miles north and one mile east of Barricon. Charles Ackerman administrator.
Dance at the Dover Gleaner hall Friday evening October 14 invites the public to join a social gathering hosted by local organizers. Music and refreshments expected as residents gather for a community event.
Inclement weather postponed last Sunday's Gladwin game against the Stars of the Five County League. The last game of the season is set for next Sunday October Sth with expected crowds from five counties. Local management prepares to welcome fans and ensure comfort at the windup.
The Sentinel lists three auctions. Sam Bailie offers farm stock and tools at 24 miles north and 1 west of Farwell next Wednesday afternoon October 12 with George Dayieon as auctioneer. George Cooper holds a sale on October 12 at his farm 13 miles east of Brand farm and 34 miles east of Hardwood school starting at 1 60 p m. Graves will cry this sale. Carl Langworthy's sale is October 14 at his farm 4 miles east and 27 miles north of Otare or 3 miles east and 234 miles south of Dover with livestock farm tools hay grain and a 1920 Chevrolet touring car.
The correction states Judge Hart's opinion in Friz versus Gould was not based on a letter from Mr. Gould to Mr. Friz. It explains a five year non compete agreement signed by Mr. Friz at sale, with letters from Gould outlining territory. Gould was represented by Judge Kelly Sear. Friz by Reading and Bowler.
Members of the Clare Chamber of Commerce are asked to meet at the city hall at 2 00 p m on Wednesday October 12 to greet the Grand Rapids Wholesale Merchants train arriving at 2 18 p m President Wm H Capile notes the gathering aims to form a body for the greeting.
To the many kind friends who assisted us in our hour of sorrow in the life of a loving wife and daughter we extend our thanks. Also our appreciation of the many floral offerings Harold R. Warner. Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Warner and Slwyn.
The fifteenth annual Grand Rapids Wholesalers trade tour begins Tuesday October 12 visiting Clare on a four day outing. About sixty wholesale houses are represented on a deluxe Prismas train guided by Orris Bonnie with open air concerts at each stop and indoor programs at night.
Cecil B De Mille presents The Affaire of Anatol at the Princess Theatre with an all star cast led by Wallace Reid Gloria Swanson and Elliott Dexter The satire comedy drama showcases lavish sets gowns and high artistry amid strong reviews from major cities worldwide
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