Beta Sigma Phi Holiday Ball Planned
Beta Sigma Phi sorority held its Halloween costume party on October 20 with Mrs. 8. CG. McArthur as sponsor and prizes awarded to Mrs. Robert Campbell Mrs. Charles Kanplinger Mrs. Rex Allen Mrs. Wm. Kirkpat-Weir and Mrs. S.C. McArthur. A luncheon followed and a short business meeting was led by Vice President Mrs. R. K. Pinaire. The group plans Christmas card sales and the Holiday Ball at Hotel Doherty December 20 with Harry Webbly's orchestra.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beta Sigma Phi Sorority
CG. McArthur
Robert Campbell
Charles Kanplinger
Rex Allen
Wm. Kirkpat- Weir
S.C. McArthur
Russell Foell
Jean Petty
Don Harrison
Clyde
Moline
R. K. Pinaire
Harry Webbly
Doherty
Groom Has It Easier
A brief look at wedding customs contrasts past and present. Attendants once faced hostile kin and rescue duties while today the best man ensures the groom reaches the altar with the ring. Newlyweds may honeymoon if funds allow, preferring private time after the ceremony.
Clare Public School Faculty Pot Luck at Methodist Church
The Clare Public School faculty and families gathered Tuesday evening for a pot luck supper and program at Clare Methodist Church. The event included group singing, welcomes by church members, musical selections, humorous readings, and remarks from Supt. Thomas Campbell and Rev. L. J. Nevins praising cooperation between the school and church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clare Public School
Clare Methodist Church
W.S.C.8
Circle I
Jed
Doris Gerow
Arthur Delamarter
David Seiter
W.S.C.S
Ridge Donald H. Holbrook
Mrs John Dunlop Honored at Farewell Party
Mrs John William Dunlop was honored at a farewell party Friday evening at the home of Mrs Dale Groves with co host Mrs Gwen Peterson. Three tables of contract bridge were played and prizes awarded to Mrs Carl Elliott Mrs Harold Elgar and Mrs Larry Jackson. Dunlop and her children leave Monday for Newark Ohio where her husband is employed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John William Dunlop
Dale Groves
Gwen Peterson
Carl Elliott
Harold Elgar
Larry Jackson
Dunlop
Ladies Guild Hold Meet In Church Parlors
The Congregational Ladies Guild met in the church parlors on Wednesday afternoon for a dessert program. Led by committee members Donald Richardson Mrs Homer Douglas and Miss Myra Hales the group held a business meeting led by President Mrs George Beck. Devotions by Mrs Oscar Olson and readings by Mrs Astella Artibee highlighted the gathering. Reports from the Central Association fall meeting at Harrison noted fifteen society members attended.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congregational Ladies Guild
Aon
Sivs
Donald” Richardson
Homer Douglas
Myra Hales
Erne Ette
Findee
George Beck
Oscar Olson
Astella Artibee
Central Association
Harrison
Society
Cotton Fashion Hits Winter Trends
Cotton tweeds and cotton figure designs mimic wool or rayon in fall and winter colors. Check washing instructions before buying to ensure care requirements fit.
Social Briefs Run of Local Club Gatherings and Birthday Cheer
Fred Phillips marked his 91st birthday on October 22 at home with neighbors delivering cake and ice cream. The Tally Club hosted two contract bridge tables at Mrs. Kapplinger’s with high, low, and traveler prizes announced.
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Fred Phillips
Carl Chaplin
Fred Pierson
Rebekah Assembly in Bay City Honors Decoration of Chivalry
Mrs Dorothy Shepherd and sister Mrs Doris Mitchell received the Decoration of Chivalry from the Patriarch Militant branch during the Clara Rebekah Lodge Assembly in Bay City. Jewels were presented by the Canton Auxiliary of Midland, and Clara members Olive Irwin and Mary Mussell served as delegates. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Harrison Simmons, Andrew Irwin Sr, and William Aytoliff among Clare lodge delegates.
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Dorothy. Shepherd
Doris Mitchell
Rebekah
Bay City
Shepherd
Louise Irwin
Mitchell
Canton
Midland
Clare
Clara Rebekah Lodge
Olive Irwin
Mary’ Mussell
Harrison Simmons
Andrew Irwin, Sr
Bua Shepherd
Frank Mitchell
Carol Louise
East Trwin
William Aytoliff
Local Bridge Club Gains High Scores and Fellowship
The Tuesday Bridge Club met at Mrs. Wallace Johnsons home for two tables of contract. High scores were won by Mrs. Clayton Neff with second by Mrs. Marguerite Porsberg and traveler honors to Mrs. W A Maynard. Mrs. James McKay hosted the Ladies Union Friday with nine members and three guests. a church meeting and potluck lunch planned for October 31 followed by a social hour. Florence Robinette hosted grandchildren for Rex Robinette Jr.s twelfth birthday dinner and gifts, with Patty Allen Rosanne and Kathleen Scott and Rex senior present. the group then attended the Ideal Theatre.
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Ben Burdo
Henry Walton
John White
Budo
Low
Marold Kigar
Larry Jackson
Kigar
Clarence Ramey
Joe Strief
Barney Bennett
Igh
George Rener
Bennett
Wallace Johnson
Tom Campbell
Paul Sheponski
Clayton Neff
Marguerite Porsberg
W. A. Maynard
James McKay
Ladies Union
Gertrude Gardiner
Florence Robinette
Rex Robinette, Jr
Patty Allen
Coleman
Rosanne
Kathleen Scott
West Grant
Rex Robinette
Hlye
Arthur Township
Ideal Theatre
New Dodge Features Sleek Low Lines in 1953 Showrooms
A Dodge display highlights the 1953 Coronet four door sedan with the action appearance and the 140 horsepower Red Ram V-Hight engine. Meadowbrook and Coronet lines offer bright colors and two tone options with the Get-Away Six engine returning in Meadowbrook. Sandwiches wrapped in aluminum foil will stay fresh until noon for lunch carriers.
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Dodge
Bridge Scores at Hotel Doherty Tournament
The fourth round of the Bridge Tournament at the Hotel Doherty saw the Hall-Frey team score two grand slams and place second overall for the evening. Other grand slam honors went to Casner-Loomis and Hartshorn-Zinser. top six evening scores included Bayes-Dunlop and Ruby-Blatt. Total to date, six high teams include Gaple-Allen and Mall-Prey leading with strong showings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Doherty
Thall-Frey
Casner-Loomis
Hartshorn-Zinser
Bayes-Dunlop
Hall-Frey
Ruby-Blatt
Archey-Hartshorn
Gaple-Allen
Mall-Prey
Hampton-Wyman
Bayers-Dunlop
Porsberg-Doherty
Jackson- Doherty
Girl Scout Council Officers and Leaders Meet October 14
Clare Girl Scout Council officers and troop leaders met at president Mrs. Theodore Hoersch home on Tuesday evening October 14 to transact business and plan the season. They approved pot luck suppers for November January March and May and discussed the cookie project with cookies and coffee served at the close.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clare Girl Scout Council
Theodore Hoersch
Hoersch
Susannah Wesley Circle To Meet Next Monday
The Susannah Wesley Circle will hold its regular meeting Monday night at 8:00 in the Methodist Church parlors with Mrs. Donna Lozen acting as hostess.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Susannah Wesley Circle
Susannah Wesley
Donna Lozen
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Down Chemical
Clare Hyde
McEwan Street
John Dunlop
Ladies Guild
U.S.P
E. Cimmerer
Clare, Michigan
Clela Hartman
John Hartman
Farwell
Clela
Arthur Reese
Mt. Clemens
Tally Club
Charles Kapplinger
Richard Tlartshorn
Cal Toss
Bud Drebert
Campbell Low
Clubs and
Lodges
Michigan States College
Ritenenlf Heck
Wyler
White
RSS
Aaa
Girl Scout Council
U. S
Felts
Wanegans
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