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Newspaper

Clare Sentinel

Location

Clare, Michigan, United States of America

Date

Oct 08, 1937

Page

2

Ladies Auxiliary Plans for Coming Year Announced

The Ladies Auxiliary of the Methodists met at Mrs Mabel Mulder’s home with many members and guests. Reports from planning committees outlined events such as a shadow social, turkey supper for Auxiliary men, Christmas party, Birthday dinner, and Easter Brunch. Mrs Mira Sternaman urged regular church attendance and the gathering adjourned to meet at Mrs Iva Fisher’s home in two weeks.

Ast Mabel Mulder Mira. Sternaman Irs Iva Fisher

Pleasant Surprise for Mrs. Leffingwell by Relatives

Relatives and friends totaling about thirty two gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Alex McKinnon Sunday to honor Mrs. R. A. Leffingwell with a surprise party. A pot luck dinner was shared and the afternoon was spent socially while gifts were presented and heartfelt best wishes were offered for future milestones.

Home Demonstration Agent Transferred to Branch County

Miss Hstelie Nelson, longtime Home Demonstration Agent for Clare County, has been transferred to Branch County where she began work last Tuesday. She built strong ties with local women and 4H girls and colleagues regret her departure. An agent will likely be appointed for the district soon.

Hstelie Nelson Iare Branch County

Sterling school P T A meeting noted Friday night

The first meeting of the year of the Sterling school P T A was held at the school house Friday night. Committees were appointed for Refreshments, Entertainment, and games were led by Lillian Harriger. Miss Robison will lead the next meeting on December 3 with A K Seiter as secretary treasurer.

Sterling School Mary Seiter Beatrice Seiter Olive Irwin Alma Seiter Lillian Harriger Robison Sec Treas A. KE. Seiter

Oil news notes successful reach to 3670 feet depth

Briders on the Chartier Currie No. 5 well in the Vernon township have reached a depth of 3670 feet. A six inch casing was set Thursday night through the Marshall area turning toward the southwest.

McClanahan No 1 Afortenson Wells Difficulty Drilling

Lincoln Township reports McClanahan Oil Company No 1 Afortenson wildcat in Section 9 facing tool loss and drilling trouble at about 1660 feet.

McClanahan Oil Company Wildcat Lincoln Township

Isabella Pomona Grange to meet at Shepherd hall

Lincoln Grange hosts Isabella Pomona Grange at their Shepherd hall on Thursday evening October 14. Officers for the new year will be elected and a large attendance is hoped. A pot luck lunch will be served. Nellie White, Secretary.

Lincoln Grange Isabella Pomona Grange Shepherd Nellie White

St Cecilia Ladies Host Rummage Sale at Savings Bank

The St Cecilia ladies announce a rummage sale at the Savings Bank building in Clara County from Wednesday October 22nd to Saturday October 26th. Proceeds support church activities and local programs.

St. Cecilia Ladies Clara County Savings Sank

Dance at Lake Saturday Night at Gleaner Hall

A community dance is set for Saturday night at Gleaner Hall near Lake. Organizers invite residents to join for an evening of music and social dancing.

Lake Gleaner Hall

Lines of Grace a Slim Fitted Evening Gown Feature

Cherie Nicholas describes a Rosevienne model in sheer Chantilly honey brown lace designed to slim the silhouette. The ensemble includes a matching net jacket, shirted band details at the skirt hemline with cut out flower motifs, and ruce edge accents on bolero cuffs.

Rosevienne

Nose Reconstructed for Justinian I in 700s

Fragmentary notes recall Emperor Justinian I having his nose reconstructed after an injury in battle. The brief reference highlights medical care in early Byzantium without detailed dates or sources.

Justinian

Mayor and Mrs Dunlop attend Detroit rodeo during stay

Mayor and Mrs John Dunlop left Thursday for Detroit to attend a rodeo at Olympia Stadium during their visit. Madonna Edick and Onalee Graham recover from appendix operations at Dr Woods hospital after recent surgeries. A rummage sale is planned next week at Clare County Savings Bank building.

John Dunlop Detroit Olympia Stadium Madonna Edick Onalee Graham Herbert Breen Kenneth Hendrie Mt. Pleasant Hospital Christina Schutt Dawe Central Association of Congregational Churches Olivet Clare Church

Chevrolet Previews 1938 Lineup For Local Dealers

Flint zone Chevrolet dealers will view the 1938 model at an all day meeting in Flint on October 18 under manager L L Vollmer. The event follows Detroit National Sales Convention where the new cars were shown. Clare Motor Sales representatives Tim Cotter and Paul Koch plan to attend.

Chevrolet Flint Ll. F. Vollmer Clare Vollmer Detroit Chevrolet Field Tim Cotter Paul Koch

Rogell All Stars to Play Midland Tigers this Weekend

Rogell All Stars travel to Midland to meet the Midland Tigers at the fair grounds on Saturday and Sunday October 9 and 10. Games begin at 3:00 p m each day with admission 75 cents and 35 cents for children over 10. Jimmie Adamick, heavyweight boxer, will pitch in one game for Midland.

Rogell All Stars Midland Midland Tigers Central Michigan Jimmie Adamick

Petoskey Potato Apple Show Draws Local Growers

Northern Potato and Apple show set for Petoskey on November 2 to 4 attracts growers. Dan Holcomb of Greenwood Township plans to exhibit 100 lbs of Russet Rurals in the commercial class requiring an affidavit of at least 200 bushels of potatoes of similar quality.

Petoskey Dan Holcomb Greenwood Township

French Build Largest Observatory in Europe

France selects Forcalquier in the Basses Alpes to house Europe’s largest observatory. The project, featuring an 80 inch telescope, aims to become Europe’s top instrument and a key link in the national astrophysical service, with completion in three years.

Europe Paris Forcalquier Department the Basses-Alps Mount Wilson California Jean Perrin National Astrophysical Service

Old Minnesota skeletons antedate known Indians

Three skeletons found in Otter Tail county Otter Tail county Minnesota are believed to date to a remote era. Scientists study the bones noting skulls with different shapes eye sockets high in the skulls and heavy protruding jaws. Researchers say they antedate anything previously found in Minnesota.

Fergus Falls Minn Otter Tail County Minnesota

Telegraph Sparks Lead to Newark Charleston Wedding

A romance formed via telegraph wires culminated in the marriage of Helen Bush and John Cox. Bush worked for a Newark telegraph company while Cox was employed by the same firm in Charleston West Virginia.

Newark Ohio Helen Bush John Cox Miss Bush Cox Charleston W. Va

Homing Pigeons And Their Navigational Habits

The article explains how homing pigeons find their way home through training that leverages their instinct to return to familiar feeding sites and to be near mates and young.

Minette Beauty Shoppe to Open in Tatman Building

Minnie Smith announces plans to open Minette Beauty Shoppe in the Tatman building in the near future with a modern style and new salon offerings announced to the public.

Minette Beauty Shoppe Tatman “Building Minnie Smith Snif

Chiropractic Office Opened by Dr Nellie Arnold

Dr Nellie Arnold opened a chiropractic office at 206 BH 8th St on Wednesdays and Fridays with other days by appointment. Phone 300.

Nellie Arnold

Larman Post and Auxiliary Installation Recap

Commander Doherty and the 1938 officers were installed with a ceremony led by Commander Walker. New officers include Peter Crequer, Frank Thilly, Alexander E B Wylie, Jay O Bellinger, Leo B Oden, and William D Harger. The meeting closed with speeches and gifts, notes on upcoming district events, and thanks from retiring leaders.

Doherty Walker Peter ¥. Crequer Frank Thilly Alexander EB. Wylie Jay 0. Bellinger Leo B. Oden William D. Harg

In Memoriam for Husband and Father

In memory of our husband and father who passed away one year ago October 8. We pray we'll meet again beyond toil and strife and clasp hands in heaven. His eyes shine with jovial light and his kindly face is missed by Marian Seibt and children.

Marian Seibt

September Sales Tax Surges in State Revenue

Draper Allen of the State Board of Tax Administration reported September sales tax receipts at 4,730,768.00 above the prior year. The 1936 September figure reached 4,164,310.49, with August totaling 4,893,716.03 and Detroit metro submissions at 1,991,028.38.

Draper Allen State Board of Tax Administration Allen Detroit

Card of Thanks for Loss of Husband and Father

We thank friends for help in our sorrow after the death of our husband father and grandfather. Special thanks to Mr. Thurston for services to the tngers Rev Teld er and for the beautiful floral offerings. These kindnesses will be treasured as a precious memory by Mrs. O. 3 Larson and family.

Thurston Telder

Joys Recreation Announces Three Week Closure

Notice states customers could not bowl due to missing pin setters. The establishment plans a three week closure to secure proper help and resume operations.

Joys Recreation

Rummage and Food Sale Notice

Community rummage and food sale seeks contributions and patronage. Donations may be left at the library during five open days or picked up for pickup. Call 8 AY for further information and contact.

Community group meetings planned through the month

Various organizations announce weekly Friday Lodge sessions and Tuesday Rebekah meetings. The Methodist church hosts Rev. Victor Thrall's drama book lecture Gone With the Winds. Kiwanis subgroups and American Legion meet on established dates with指定 times. County groups include Maccabees Assembly October 19 and Farmers Union Local 143 meetings on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays.

Victor Thrall Methodist Church Grant Township Local No. 143 Farmers Union

Miles sets auction on Wednesday October twentieth

A. C. Miles living 114 miles south of Farwell on Glass road announces a farm equipment auction for Wednesday October 20. A complete list of items will appear in The Sentinel next week.

A. C. Miles Farwell Glass’ Road the Sentinel

Classified Line for Sale and Local Ads

Classified liners list a V eight Ford rebuilt motor new tires radio heater and extras. Buyer offers five stock for some items inquire W. Pifet 5 miles south and 5 miles west of Clare. Also for sale heating oil er Howlett Plumbing and Heating Co Clare Phone 149.

Pifet Clare Howlett Plumbine and Heating Co Claré

Also Mentioned on This Page

R. A. Leffingwell Sun Berring School P. T. A. Geeting Vernon Township Lincoln. Township Cherie Nicholas Lawrence F Aant Horne Jowney Chiropractic THE Citizens State Bank the Peoples Bank Michigan Larman Post Hazel Hawkins Florence Stanford Big Rapids Mt. Pleasant Clare Auxiliary Memoriam Mrs. O. 3 Larson and Farwell Library C. C. F. Lodge Rebekah Lodge Masonic Lodge Clare Kiwanis Club American Legion and the Legion Auxiliary Clare-Isabella Maccabees — Association Order of the Eastern Star
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