United War Fund campaign opens here October 16
The Michigan United War Fund aims to raise 5 462 009 for USO and 21 allied agencies for 1944 45. Funds support USO clubs overseas and at home hospitals and ship service clubs for merchant seamen while aiding war prisoners relief and civilian victims in Asia Europe and the Philippines. Governors and state leaders head the drive with a statewide board and volunteers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United War Fund
Fund
Lansing
USO
National War Fund
United Seamen's Service
War Shipping Administration
Philippine Islands
China
Greece
Russia
England
Red Cross
Michigan United War Fund
Harry F. Kelly
A. L. Miller
Battle Creek
Will C. Mee
Standish
W. A. Vawter
Benton Harbor
Alex Barbour
Hoy Traylor
Detroit
D. Hale Brake
Trade Dishes For Paper Bags at Kroger Store
Kroger stores offer a glass refrigerator dish in exchange for coupons earned by bringing paper bags or baskets. Six coupons grant a covered dish, as paper becomes a scarce war material. Kroger president C M Robertson cites war needs and asks customer cooperation to reduce paper use for wrapping and bags.
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Kroger Grocery & Baking Company
War Production Board
Great Britain
C. M. Robertson
Kroger
Synthetic Lacquer Noreilac Offers Cheaper Coatings
Synthetic Lacquer Noreilac, derived from soybeans, promises lower cost and improved performance for coatings on papers, films, and foils. It aims to serve as a heat seal agent, laminating aid, and protective dip coating in multiple applications.
Hunters Must File for Michigan Permanent Blind Permits
Michigan conservation department announces deadlines for duck hunters seeking priority locations for permanent blinds. Applications must be postmarked by September 10. Eligible waters include Lake Leelanau, Round Lake, Houghton Lake, and others in multiple counties. blinds must be 600 feet apart and on specified waters only. Temporary blinds may be built within 100 feet of shore or weed beds.
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Michigan
Conservation Department
Lake Leelanan
Leelanan County
Round Lake
Grand Traverse
Kalkaska
Big Platte Lake
Benzie County
Houghton Lake
Muskegon Lake
Tawas Bay
Lake Huron
Saginaw Bay
Pointe Lookout
Arenace County
Pointe Aux Barques
Huron County
Bayport Fish Docks
North Island
Anchor Bay
Lake St. Clair
Perch Point
Point Huron
Grosse Pointe Village
Free Passage on Mackinac Ferries for Service Members
Service men and women in uniform or Allied forces will ride Michigan State Highway Department ferries at the Straits of Mackinac free of charge. The courtesy excludes those with tickets on common carriers or on official business, and does not cover vehicles under service members' control.
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U. S
Michigan State College Farmers Day September 7
The event features awards to winners of three club weeks held at East Lansing Chatham and Gaylord. Charles Figg will present awards. The 4 H citizenship ceremony will include 80 club members with Governor Kelly explaining citizenship. Speakers include Dr John A Hannah and R J Baldwin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
East Lansing
Chatham
Gaylord
Charles Figg
Harry F. Kelly
John A. Hannah
R. J. Baldwin
Michigan State College
Navy Seeks Skilled Workers West Coast Shore Establishments
The Navy Department urgently seeks skilled and semi skilled workers, helpers, mechanics, labourers to repair and maintain damaged ships of the Pacific Fleet. Low cost housing provided, meals prepaid, and first class rail transportation included. Navy Yards listed in California and Washington with recruitment through U S Employment Service offices and Civil Service Commission.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Navy Department
West Coast
U. SS. Navy
Tokyo
Japan
Mare Island Navy Yard
Vallejo
California
Puget Sound Navy Yard
Bremerton
Washington
Hunters Point Naval Drydocks
San Francisco
Terminal Island Naval Drydocks
San Pedro
U. S. Employment Service
U. S. Civil Service Commission
Navy
New Post Office
Chicago
Opportunity Knocks in Sentinel Classifieds
A brief notice notes multiple chances to answer opportunities listed in the Sentinel classifieds under Phone 36. The entry implies recurring listings inviting readers to call that number for jobs or offers.
War Bond Owners Survey Reveals Postwar Plans
A city survey of war bond owners shows 94 percent view bonds as long term investments, 6.3 percent may cash them for postwar buys, and 0.7 percent undecided. Cash plans focus on homes, education, furnishings, and autos while savings center on security and children’s needs. Nearly 68 percent expect cash postwar purchases and 27 percent plan time payments. Leo Russell of the Michigan Retailers War Savings Committee notes thrift and bonds’ value to the war effort. Clare county September quota is 4125 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leo Russell
Michigan
War Savings Committee
Clare County
Russell
Dwarf Fruit Trees Suited to Gardens
The piece discusses dwarf fruit trees in Europe and the U C system, outlining espalier and cordon methods and reasons for dwarfing. It notes Europe’s garden focus and limited interest in the US, and details pruning, root restriction, and dwarfing stock as main techniques.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
W. L. Howard
University of California
California
Dwarf Apple Trees in Espalier Form and Care
The article explains dwarf apples as stock for size reduction, with Paradise and Doucin varieties. It notes 25 to 75 year life spans under expert care, training to trellised shapes, and risks of overbearing. Proper pruning, thinning, fertilization, and spacing near four feet apart enhance longevity and fruit size.
Bears cost $1.58 per pound as Clare imports two cubs
Spike Horn of Clare has imported two Oregon bear cubs Cap and Mandy to fill a den vacancy. Shipping costs totaled 111.00 for the two thirty five pound cubs, equaling 1.58 a pound. He hopes to lure back the missing White Nose and her babies with rewards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spike Horn Myer
Clare County
Oregon
Clare
Us-27
White Nose
Fort Wayne
Indiana
Spike Horn
Blondie
Susie
Gardner
Cap
Mandy
Card of Thanks for Kindness During Illness and Death
We thank friends and neighbors for acts of kindness during the illness and death of our husband and father. Gratitude to Rey, Kleinhardt and Rey, Henderich, the singers, Mrs Rank and Mrs Pillsbury, and all who sent flowers. We are grateful for every help. Dessie Davis Russell Davis and family Clarence Davis Russell Strouse all.
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Rey
Kleinhardt
Henderich
Rank
Pillsbury
Dessie Davis
Russell Davis
Clarence Davis
Russell Strouse
Truth Reverence Contrast Cited by Vilhjalmur Stefansson
Vilhjalmur Stefansson notes a striking contradiction in modern civilization, praising the reverence for truth while criticizing the widespread disregard in practice. The remark highlights a tension between values and actions in contemporary society.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vilhalmur Stefansson
Farwell Labor Day Celebration Plans Complete
Farwell hosts a full Labor Day program with church services for home-comers at 10 am. Kids and Dads baseball at 2:30 pm, honor roll dedication at 10 am, amateur contest with a $25 prize, and agriculture exhibit prizes at 1:30 pm. Aviation stunts at 6 pm, free acts earlier, and a grand fireworks display at 10 pm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Friends of
Yesteryear
Farwell
Surrey Township
Harold Schofield
Obituary: Amelia S Monroe Dies Near Rosebush
Funeral services for Mrs. Amelia Monroe were held Sunday at Center Methodist Church after her death Thursday at her Rosebush home. Born September 23, 1856 in Ontario, Canada, she lived near Rosebush sixty years. Survived by husband, one daughter, a grandson and a sister. Reverend Kilgren led services. burial at Rosebush Cemetery. Thurs ton Funeral Home in charge.
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Center Methodist Church
Amelia Monroe
Rosebush
Ontario
Canada
Kilgren
Thurston Funeral Home
All Are Equal At Death In This Roaring Roost Verse
A short poem reflects on equality in death, noting that birth and death strip away social ranks. It asserts that riches and status do not matter in the final reckoning, with a closing line invoking the speaker M. K. B. Roosevelt Oil Co., Clare.
Appreciation Note from Mrs Stirling to Local Groups
Mrs. Charles Stirling thanks the Methodist Church Rebekah Lodge neighbors and friends for cards flowers and kindness during her illness expressed gratitude to all who cared for her
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Methodist Church
Rebekah Lodge
Charles Stirling
Scrap market notice from Roy B. Adams
On account of ill health Roy B. Adams states he will not be in the market for scrap iron and metal after September 9, 1944.
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Roy
Adams
Clare Pomona Grange Meeting Notice
The Clare County Pomona Grange meets at Greenwood Grange hall on Tuesday night September 5. Pot luck lunch. Genevieve Fancon is secretary at 4613.
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Clare County Pomona Grange
Greenwood Grange Hall
Grateful thanks for kindness after brother Richard Emerson
The family thanks neighbors and friends for acts of kindness during illness and death of Richard Emerson. They appreciate flowers, comforting messages from Rev. Kleinhardt and Rev. Hendershott, and music from Mr. Witmer and Mrs. Houghton. Brothers and sisters Nieces and nephews.
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Richard Emerson
Kleinhardt
Henderich
Witmer
Houghton
Thanks for care of Mae Beatty and sympathy
We gratefully acknowledge the thoughtful care during Mae Beatty's illness and passing. Our thanks extend to Thurston & Son, Rev and Mrs E W Redman, and the many floral expressions. With appreciation from Mrs Jennie Richmond and Mrs Edna Turner, nephews and nieces.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mae Beatty
Thurston & Son
E. UW. Redman
Jennie Richmond
Edna Turner
Colonville School Reunion Set for September at Clare Park
The Colonville school reunion will be at Clare Tourist Park on Saturday September 2 with a basket dinner. Bring cups and silverware and sugar for coffee. If the weather fails, gather at Colonville church. Mary L. Davis Secretary.
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Colonville School
Clare
Colonville Church
Paper table cloths limited supply for large events
The Sentinel offers a limited supply of paper table cloths for large parties and public suppers. Individuals and organizations using these cloths will be provided them while supply lasts.
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the Sentinel
Auction Notice for Clyde Marshall Sale Near Clare
Clyde Marshall will sell at public auction at the premises located mile south of Clare on Thursday September 14 commencing at 11 00 o clock. The sale includes a list of livestock farm implements feed and other items. Andy Courser, Auctioneer. Citizens State Bank Clark. See list in next week Sentinel.
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Clyde Marshall
Clare
Andy Courser
Citizens
State ‘ Bank
Clark
Séntinel
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United-War Fund
Mackinac Free
Michigan State College Farmers Day
United States Navy
Citizens State Bank
United States
THE
Clare, Michigan
WM. H. Bicknell
Member
Federal Reserve System
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
Coleman and
Sentinel
Phillips Flying School
Mt. Pleasant
Patter
Magic
Amelia S. Monroe
Nabob
M.k.b.roosevelt Oil Co
Clare Pomona Grange
Genevieve Fancon
Colonville
Mary L. Davis
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