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Newspaper
Clare Sentinel
Location
Clare, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1920
Page
1
The Sentinel notes six farm sale listings with plans for imminent auctions. Caple, Hoover, Brown and Cotton announcements show auctions near Brand farm Farwell and Gilmore area, with several items including furniture and farm equipment to be sold. One sale postponed briefly due to a legal issue, others scheduled for late October. small crowds are anticipated at multiple sites.
An exhibition displays 25 potatoes from the Kieman ranch weighing 23 pounds total. Farmer Fred Trisch notes they are all large, smooth, with shallow eyes and no growths. Keteb adds they cook as No.1 quality. Described as desirable and heavy weight.
Local sale advertises moving stock with shoes dry goods clothing and general merchandise valued around two thousand dollars. Store claims to have slashed prices to the minimum and invites customers to browse the reduced stock as catalog prices are undersold.
An upcoming two day teachers institute is set for Farwell on Monday and Tuesday October 25 and 26. Superintendent S J Hikedale and Bapt I B Gil Grande Rapide are listed as participants with plans to make the event as pleasant and productive as possible.
The twelve year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Crawford was brought from Lansing for burial after dying of diphtheria. Brief services led by Rev. Badgiey were held at the cemetery. The family formerly lived on 5th Street, then Harrison, then Lansing. the mother, formerly Miss Margaret Garddever, once taught at the local school.
Maocjr Benedict Crowell former Assistant Secretary of War under Wilson announces he will leave the Democratic party and back Harding and Coolidge. He criticizes Governor Cox on League of Nations promises and urges an overhaul of the federal machinery to ensure an efficient administration and Republican control in Congress.
The piece critiques the proposed Parochial School amendment mirroring a section that would force all Michigan children aged five to sixteen into public schools until eighth grade, with provision for districts lacking full grades. It notes broad opposition from school leaders and concerns about removing private schooling options and increasing crowding in schools already at capacity, including Detroit halftime attendance.
The census reports Mt Pleasant population around 4800 while the city school census lists over 1600 children. This suggests total population exceed 6000. Mayor Buseel, backed by the Chamber of Commerce, is seeking a recount to resolve the discrepancy.
Lake School hosts a Box Social on October 26 at 8:30 PM with a good time and community fun. Everyone is invited to join in the event and support the school libense.
M A C experts announce a winter series of farm accounting schools across about 25 Michigan counties from December to April. Courses cover keeping farm records and inventories, aiming to base farm operations on sound accounting to identify profitable enterprises and trim losses.
The board, led by Chairman Mr. Wellman of Lincoln, remains in session near week’s end. County Read adds work. appointments include Chas Ambdle as School Examiner, Chas Weidster as Supt of the Poor, Fred Weatherhead, Jas S. Bicknell, and Wuvnis Sly as Board of Canvassers. The Michigan Hospital School for Crippled Children gets 75 dollars. Northeastern Michigan Development Bureau receives 250 dollars. Wm. H. Kennedy and C. M. Agél named county directors. Farwell State Savings Bank designated county funds depository with 5 34 percent on daily balances. A resolution favors abolishing the State Constabulary. Land purchase for County Farm under study.
A spill at Clare Garage on Monday led to a small blaze when a discarded cigarette or match was thrown into a gutter near 4th Street. Fire units arrived and extinguished the fire quickly with no injuries reported.
Maple Grove relatives led by Mr. and Mrs. Will Littleworth of Alpena and others including Mr. and Mrs. Alex McFarling and Mr. and Mrs. James Chaffee gathered at John Tiedeman’s home for their third annual reunion on Oct 8. A Sunday gathering with Geo. Tiedeman in Farwell followed a bountiful dinner before departure.
The Lutheran Ladies Aid will serve a Halloween supper at the church parlors on Wednesday October 27 from 6 30 until all are served. John T Brown has purchased the Sualth house on Beech Street.
A brief note touts racing value with a focus on Eee Maslak 115 EK and four Ss. Si-3, suggesting affordability and performance in the event.
The body of Bert Howard, who died in France nearly three years ago after training in the United States and a railroad accident, was brought home with a soldier guard. A funeral service was held at the cemetery on Tuesday afternoon by Rev. Davis and Rev. Badgley, burial beside his mother, with members of the local Legion as bearers.
The Clare Study Club met at Mrs. O. A. Reading's home with five new members admitted. A local representative urged business support for a civic project while S C Kirkbride spoke on the Republican platform and W H Caple on the Democratic platform.
The Guild announces a Halloween party at Dunodcan'sa Hall on Wednesday evening October 27 to raise funds for the Congregational church. Citizens are invited to attend and enjoy the event.
The Rexall stores straw poll shows Harding leading in most Northern and Western states by margins around two to one, with Cox carrying Southern states. Ohio and the party home state favor Harding about two to one, while women vote more Republican than men, and Wilson’s peace platform loses traction among suffrage states.
Bay City official T F Marston visited Harrison and urged the Public Domain Commission to include Clare County in the Northeastern Mid Development Bureau plan. He noted the commission’s role in locating and developing state parks and expressed belief it would take over Wilson Park to fund improvements and beautification. He urged local efforts to seize a limited future allocation of state parks.
Mary E Creeper aged 61 years 5 months died at the family home on West State Street after a long illness. Born in Trenton Ontario she came to this state about 35 years ago living in Merideth Clare and finally Clare. Funeral Sunday at home with Rev Bad Risy officiating burial in Cherry Grove. Survived by father two sisters Mrs Nelson of Vancouver and Mrs Mc Lennon of Manitoba and brother T M Creeper of Lansing plus many relatives.
A card dated Oct 14 from the Oliver Clute party says after a 2985 mile journey they arrived safely at San Bernardino with only minor tire trouble. They report good health and enjoying themselves. Mrs. Roy Feighner attended the Miseslovary Meeting at Mt Pleasant Wednesday.
Herbert Hoover spoke in Indianapolis on October 8 arguing the present administration is a failure by all the team. He defended patriotism across half the country while favoring a league of nations yet deeming party change paramount. He said the country has had enough.
General election scheduled in Clare Michigan on November 2 1920 at Central Polling Place City Hall. Polls open 7 am to 5 pm. Electors will vote for national state and county officers plus five constitutional amendments. City Clerk A L Rogers issued notice on October 15 1920.
Mr Ferria argues women should not be barred from party ties and questions why a woman would differ from a man in political allegiance. He says parties shape policy, independence is possible within a party, and if dissatisfied a member may leave. He asks why women should not join any party.
A meeting of the Olsare County Chapter American Red Cross is called in Harrison Michigan on Monday October 25 1920 at 7 39 pm to elect officers for the coming year. Preparations for the November membership drive and any other business will be transacted. It is hoped every unit will be represented. Signed H C Kirkbride chairman and Mrs Wm Lange secretary.
Grangers and families invited to a Halloween party on Tuesday October 26 at 8 PM at Mt. Vernon Grange Hall. Light refreshments will be served. Committee announces event.
We thank all our friends and neighbors for their kindness and assistance during the illness and death of our daughter and sister. Creeper and family.
In a message from Superintendent John Paul Jones the high school calls for stricter scholastic requirements to keep athletes eligible and asks parents to supervise study. It warns against late hours, noisy social life, and sensational reading, favoring quiet, restful evenings and good literature.
The letter argues William J. Bryan opposed military buildup and warns that paying Europe’s debts would provoke war. It recalls Bryan as secretary of state pushing funds to Colombia to promote good will and questions his generosity to others.
John Tiedeman of Farwell declares readiness for a farm auction sale and guarantees customer satisfaction. Contact Sentinel office to arrange a date. phone line 63 48-4.
To Farm Bureau members the Vernon Two meeting to select officers is set for October 25 1920 at 8 PM in the Vernon Town Hall All members are urged to attend Walter White Township Manager Mrs Frank Gers and Mrs Clyde Allen returned Friday from visits to Saginaw and Flint
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