08 May 1878
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Newspaper
Brimfield Gazette
Location
Brimfield, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1878
Page
1
The vivid notes describe local social visits with Miss Vierwie Marshall as a guest of Miew Raisin Hawkian last week. Mentions of a nearby event, family travel plans, and community chatter fill the page alongside weather and farm notes.
A Brimfield meeting roared with debate over Millbrook’s talent and Secre tary's conscience as Brimfield foes mock authority and muster a public show. The Red Ribbon Club hosts readings and a well attended program at Cady Hall while local clubs plan May events and a July shooting contest.
A Peoria visitor reports on the new Court House progress noting substantial changes from design plans. Marble mantles and iron book racks are installed on the first floor with clock and record rooms in place. The work includes varied window panels and improved structural elements, with praise for Superintendent Elint and the building committee for advancing the county project amid outside criticism.
Regular meeting of the Town Council with 11 members present. Resignation of HO Burt accepted. Sidewalk and crossing changes approved from Wilson Barnes to depot and around Barnes property. Timber for culvert approved with James Fo Farnum to perform work. Various bills itemized and approved totaling 332.00. Meeting adjourned. Literary group announced to meet Saturday. lengthy cemetery discussion declined and editorial tone cautions against public dispute.
A fragmentary notice highlights Herrington, Herver & Con prices claiming six percent lower quotes than competitors. It touts curtains, dried fruits, and stock items, while a stray anecdote mentions a tram accident and a jab at hotel telephone use for travelers.
A brief notice indicates grain delivery services are constantly on hand near Clark at a bank, one night east of Brimford, with pricing at seven and a half cents per bushel delivered in town, VD, Williane.
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