Social Bridge and Birthday Gatherings Highlight Week
Mrs Laurence Jackson hosted two tables of contract Thursday night with Mrs As pine guest and high score winner. Bobby Randle celebrated eighth birthday with eight friends, cake ice cream and gifts at Violet Rand les home September 11. Woodworths surprised with birthday party and pot luck lunch after friends gathered at their home. Chester Wallace hosted Friday bridge with two tables. high score won by Mrs John Asline. Hawkins hosted Tuesday bridge with high scores by Mrs Hawkins and second by Mrs Derby. Local groups shared dinners and celebrations including the Calkins visits from Herrick and Grand Rapids for a birthday and anniversary dinner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laurence Jackson
John Aspine
Jackson
Violet Randle
Bobby
Floyd Woodworth
Woodworth
Chester Wallace
Fred Busche
Ralph Artibee
John Asline
Jay Green
Frank Calkins
Herrick
Bob Calkins
Charles Jim
Grand Rapids
Donald Calkins
Mt. Pleasant
George Shayler
Octo Club Meets for Bridge Evening
The Octo Club met with Mrs Har old Kigay on Wednesday evening for two tables of contract. Mrs Hollis Walton won high score, Mrs Kenneth Ritter second high, Mrs Roy Beltinck low, and Mrs Robert Drew traveler. Refreshments were served by the hostess.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harold—Kigay
Hollis ‘Walton
Kenneth Ritter
Roy Beltinck
Robert Drew
Host to Teachers Here Wednesday Nite
The Clare School teachers were honored at a dinner and reception in the Methodist church parlors at 6:30 P.M. with W.S.G.S. members in charge. Tables featured fall flowers, Mrs. James Gillespie introduced Rev. Chas. B. Hahn, who gave a warm welcome and an engaging talk. Miss Vena Lee Gillespie and Miss Jan Bicknell played a piano duet, and the group sang America led by Miss Doris Gerow with Miss Gillespie at the piano.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clare School
Methodist
W.S.G.S
James Gillespie
Chas. B. Hahn
Vena Lee Gillespie
Jan Bicknell
America
Doris Gerow
Miss Gillespie
Good Literature Club Entertains Teachers on Tuesday
The Good Literature Club met Tuesday evening at Mrs. Nattie Holbrook's home with Mrs. Ruth Hachmuth as co host. Clare school teachers attended as guests. Mrs. Sarah Schaeffer presided and the program committee led the lineup for the year. Performances included Agnes Pierson in Serenade and Doris Gerow with piano, poems by Ethel Ryan, and vocal solos by Nelda Jones Sally Gillespie and others. A social hour followed with refreshments. The next meeting will be September 28 at Mrs. Leah Garchow's home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Good Literature Club
Nattie Holbrook
Ruth Hachmuth
Clare School
Sarah Schaeffer
Leah Garcow
Reva Maxwell
Agnes Pierson
Doris Gerow
Ethel Ryan
Nelda Jones
Yocal
Sally Gillespie
Leah Garchow
Roderick Teale Honored at Family Event Wednesday
SK 3 c of Louisiana furloughed at his parents home was honored guest at a family gathering Wednesday evening. Barbara Teale celebrated her eleventh birthday as part of the event with relatives and friends listed among the attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roderick Teale
Roderick Teale SK
Louisiana
Will Teale
Barbara Teale
Dave Teale
Wesley Teale
Charles Bodkins
Helen Brosky
Tessie
Hazel Bodkins
Jack Severson
J. C. Marotzke
Doris Gerow
FE. Towne
Farwell
Ladies Guild Meeting at Congregational Church Wednesday
The Congregational Ladies Guild held a five o'clock business session in the church parlors with Mrs. Frank Murdoch presiding. Plans were set for a rummage sale on October 15 and 16 and a pancake supper on October 2. A family night supper followed at 6 38 with Reverend and Mrs. Watson of Reese welcomed. Community singing accompanied a short talk by Rev. Watson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congregational Ladies Guild
Frank Murdoch
Watson
Reese
Birthdays Celebrated Sunday at Dysinger Home
Three birthdays were honored Sunday at the home of Mr and Mrs Dan Dysinger at Brown Corners with a chicken dinner. Guests included Dee Robinette, Nettie Barber, and Dysinger siblings plus families from Grant Arthur Vernon glare and nearby towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dan Dysinger
Brown Corners
Nettie Barber
Dysinger
Dee Robinette
Tom James
Avery Barber
Leon Dysinger
Grant
Steve Heller
Arthur
Roy Wilson
Vernon
Stella Trietch
Glare
Clare Rebekahs Observe Birthdays and Plans
Mrs. Mary Mussell opened the Clara Rebekah Lodge No. 167 for the fall year. The Soldiers Prayer was read. The noble grand Mrs. Eliza Johnson led the session. Ill members were noted and cards mailed. A $50 Bond was approved for the Third War Loan Drive. A Rebelah Odd Fellowship anniversary proclamation was read. September 20 observance with Odd Fellows is planned with a pot luck supper. Ice cream and birthday cake followed with honored guests named.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Mussell
Clara Rebekah Lodge No
Eliza Johnson
Rebelah Odd Fellowship
Brother Odd Fellows
Evelyn Shields
Sadie Ogle
de Hansler
Daisy Tiedeman
Vi Holt
Margaret Briggs
Wannie Schultz
Clare Study Club Hosts September Meet and Plans
Mrs. John Doherty hosted the Clare Study Club on September 14 with about twenty five members at a one o clock luncheon. President Mrs. Norris Hilden opened the meeting and noted the recent passing of author Mary Stewart. Members discussed year plans, Red Cross help, and evening meeting options. Guests included Mrs. Wagner of Miami Florida Mrs. James Richardson and Mrs. Robt McMillen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Doherty
Clare ‘Study Club
Norris Hilden
Hilden
Mary Stewart
Longmount
Colorado
Theodore Lack
Alex Artibee
Tola Fuller
Wagner
Miami
Florida
James Richardson
Robt. McMillen
Irwin Schlege
King's Daughters Entertained by Mrs Brown
King's Daughters Society met at the home of Mrs Minnie Brown with seven members and two guests. Mrs Harry Foss, president, conducted the business session. Devotions were given by Mrs Carl Chaplin. Roll call cited scripture verses starting with V. Members mended and sewed for a member. Next meeting set for Mrs Robert Ryan’s home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
King’s Daughters Society
Minnie Brown
Harry Foss
Carl Chaplin
Robert Ryan
Lutheran Ladies Aid Meeting Held by Mrs Robson
The Lutheran Ladies Aid met with Mrs. John Robson on September 8. After scripture reading and singing a brief business session led by the president was held.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lutheran Ladies Aid
Mrs. J. Robson
John Robson
Robson
Local ladies plan Red Cross sewing for Indian Mission
Members agreed to bring grown garments to the next meeting for repair and shipment to the Indian Mission in Arizona. The afternoon was spent sewing for the Red Cross and lunch was served. The next meeting with Mrs Krell is set for October 13. all members urged to attend for more Red Cross sewing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arizona
Red Cross
C. J. Krell
Clare Odd Fellows Meet to Start Regular Weekly Session
The Clare 1.0.C.F. lodge opened its regular weekly meeting after summer break. Chris Seiter served as noble grand and led the opening business session.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clare 1
Attendance at Meeting Noted in Brief Paragraph
A local meeting drew a good turnout with many members present as the session focused on community concerns and upcoming events. The report highlights participant engagement and the active role of attendees in guiding discussion.
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Ing
Rebekahs Plan Nickel Supper For War Bonds Event
The Rebekah Club meets at the 1.0.C.F. hall this Friday for a pot luck lunch at one o clock. Members should bring needle and thimble. President Mrs Margaret Briggs orders the plan of a nickel supper and party at the hall Friday evening September 24 proceeds to War Bonds. Public invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rebekah Club
C.F
Margaret Briggs
War Bond Rally Urges Public Backing With Call to Action
A brief urging citizens to support defense funding through War Bonds headlines a local appeal. The plea emphasizes immediate financial patriotism and collective effort to sustain national security and wartime needs.
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Avondale
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Army
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Chiropractor
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Michigan State
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