War news aside crowds read China Japan clash headlines
Threshing is in full blast as farmers report crop prices for corn oats and wheat from 1904 through 1933. Local notes include Prof G V Pettit and wife arriving from Reynolds In to stay at a hotel while a house is found. Damaged barns, relocations, fairs, and weddings appear among community updates with references to Brimfield Elmwood Peoria and the Naval Academy noting Lt Ed Hicks. Coastal headlines echo global conflict while village life unfolds in dated entries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
China
Japan
G. V. Pettit
Reynolds
Reynolds In
John Catuwell
Karl Christian Qualifier For Air Combat Training
Karl Christian qualified last week for Air Combat Crew training with the Army Air Forces, according to Capt. F A Wilgus, president of the AAP Examinine Board in Chicago. Young men 17 are not called for active training. they serve in the Air Corps Enlisted Reserve until 18. In training, aptitude tests determine whether they become Gunner, Bombardier, Navigator, or Pilot, with gunners earning silver wings after 3 to 7 months, and pilots, bombardiers or navigators commissioned after a year. Seventeen-year-olds are urged to visit offices to learn advantages of AAF training, as qualification requires only a healthy body and average mind.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Karl Christian
Army Air Forces
F. A. Wvilguas
AAP
W. van Buren St
Chiago
Wilgus
Air Corps
Wilgets
Wiley Reed Enjoys New Location On Base Life
A letter from Wiley Reed describes life at a Tarret School location with a four hour daily teaching load and one day off weekly. He notes on base amenities including service clubs a Dig theatre Post Exchange and Non-Comm's Club and mentions a meeting with Barbara Johnson in Charleston South Carolina. The writer comments on warm but often cloudy weather and looks forward to his upcoming assignment as he signs off thanking for the paper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gong Co Lown
Daly
Charleston
Barbara Johnson
South
Caroline
Howard LaFolette dies after long illness in West Jersey
Howard LaFolette of West Jersey dies at home July 25 after a lingering illness. Born November 24, 1888 in Rosefield township, he was the eldest son of Alfred and the late. Survived by his wife Amber Dawson and eight children, including Clarence, Roland, William, Harvey, Gene, and others, plus eighteen grandchildren, four brothers, three sisters, and many nieces and nephews. Funeral held Friday at West Jersey church with burial in West Jersey cemetery. family thanks relatives and friends for sympathy and floral offerings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Howard la Follette
West Jersey
Howard
Rosefield Township
Alfred LaFollette
Amber Dawson
LaFollette
Clarence
Williamsfield
Roland
Knoxville
William
Maqnon
Harvey
U. S. Coast Guards
New Mexico
Gene
Archie Todd
Wilson Plymm
la Fayette
Daniel Gary
Wyoming
James
Genry
Oak Hil
Lloyd
Peoria
Arthur
Chas, Ingersoll
Brimfield
James French
Edwards
George Stear
Hanna City
Weekend visits and furloughs noted in area
Laura Items Mr and Mrs Arthur Shafer of Abine do were recent callers at the Fred Jones home. Mass Ilene Miller of Peoria spent the weekend with her folks Mr and Mrs Tom Miller. Wr and Mrs David Wycoff were Friday morning for a visit in Milwaukee with the latter's parents. Mra Wm. Reid of Dixon spent the weekend at the home of her parents, Mr and Mrs Wm. Jones. Mr and Mrs Isaac Keeley and Jammie of Duncan called on Mrs Greta Strickland Sunday evening. Pfc George Taylor and wife and son of Camp Banner North Carolina arrived for a furlough with relatives. Mrs Esther Spencer of North Henderson spent the weekend with her sister Mrs Clarence Emery and family, Jimmy Stickel who is in the Navy is enjoying a furlough with pine folks after his boat training at Great Lakes Mr and Mrs John Whittaker Sr visited at the home of Mr and Mrs James Ingles of LaFarete Sunday evening. Mrs Melvin Broadfield and children Louise and Amy DeBord of near Mont?ea called at Mrs Jennie Bart home Friday evening. Mr and Mrs Fred Steinman and Mrs Paul Burgess and family attended an American Legion picnic at Happy Hollow Sunday evening. Mr and Mrs Russell Purcell and children and Mr and Mrs Edson Purcell were Sunday dinner guests of Mr and Mrs Ralph Purcell Peoria. Mr and Mrs Ralph Purcell of Peoria Mr and Mrs Strieder of Brimfield and Mrs Russell Purcell and children were supper guests of Mr and Mrs Edson Purcell Wednesday. Charles Wyman is enjoying boiler leave from Great Lakes and visiting his parents Mr and Mrs George Wyr-
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vic
Wm. Archibala
Adp
Luhge
Dickie
Canales
Marliyo Jane
Gaul
Jimmie
Jerry
Sharon Pillman
Sandra Pillmos
Philip Keatzer
Wak Hitt
Carl Taylor
Elmwood
Roger Fackist
Robbie Johnson
Gary Wayne Hanson
Nya
Keith Cecil
Eggey Johnson
Judy Cady
Raymonn
Janet Andd
Larry Mills
Patsy Carson
Geraldine Camp
Teathieen-Bbevk
Andy Douglas
Piel Reinhart
and Aire
Tom Pace
Russell Pailman
James Pailman
George Archibald
Alis Rechard Pullman
Dichie
Mary Ne
Duckiee
French Grove Improvement Society July meeting notes
Members and friends attending the July meeting included Blanche Oakes Della Doubett Leila Bodinus Mae Moore Leilan Caster Verne Shaffer Georgia Shaffer Mabel Mott Lara Bennett Minnie Martzlaf Luella Glellan Emily McCoy Florence Reet Roth Oakes Louelia Carter Ella Kellogg and Reed Shaffer The gathering met at Mrs Leah Custer s home with aides Mrs Verne Shaffer and Mrs Georgia Shatier. Blanche Oakes presided after which Mrs Monte Martzini led devotions Lara Bendett read clippings Contests included The roll call One in the Servants Writes 100K US in Many pasts of the world Social hour refreshments were served by hostesses.
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the Improvement Society
Mesdames Blanche Oakes
Della Doubett
Leila Bodinus
Mae Moore
Leilan Caster
Verne Shatfe
Georgia Shaffer
Mabel Mott
Lara Bennett
Minnie Martzlaf
Luella Ms Glellan
Emily McCoy
Florence Reet Roth Oakes
Louelia Carter
Ella Kellogg
Ration News Stamps and OPA Policy Summary
Ration stamps A through C and blue A to F remain valid indefinitely for various goods including meat, sugar, and air stamps for shoes. Armed services members may receive up to 30 gallons of gasoline under the new OPA policy, while ration grants exclude passes or short leaves. Applications go to the local rationing board with vehicle jurisdiction and proper leave documents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Armed Services
OPA
Princeville Homecoming Features LeTourneau Chorus
The LeTourneau mixed chorus of 50 voices will headline the Princeville Homecoming opening day on August 10. The event runs through August 12 with American Legion Day, Republican and Democrat days, and headline acts from Jerick Bron. Veterans from Mayo hospital will share war experiences and N Curtis Catlon will speak. Afternoon shows start 2:00 PM and evening performances at 7:30 PM with free prizes and War Bonds raffles.
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LeTourneau
50 Voices
Princeville
Minois
American Legion
O the
LeTourneau Chorus
Mayo
Galesburg
N. Curtis Catlon
The
Legion
Moen
Jerick Bron. Artists Corp
Chicago
Canton
Princeville David Association
Old Settlers Picnic Plans Nearing Realization
Old Settlers Picnic scheduled two weeks from today in Brimfield marking a long running event since 1888. President MOR Clark has named committees for finance program amusements grounds concessions decorations and seating with WMBD Peoria to broadcast the evening program. Hoffner's will operate on the grounds and softball games will be played free. organizers urge longtime residents to join and be home for the big day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Pacey
Mirs H. GC. Cady
Savage Ground
W.F. Harding
W. Wats
George Wyman
Nance
Keith Cecil
WMBD
Peoria
Farmer Bil
Hoffner’s
Brimfield Hosts Friday Eve Softball Doubleheader
Brimfield schedules a Friday eve softball doubleheader with Farmington game one and Peoria Canteen admission. Play begins at 7:30 p.m. in clear, tentative terms.
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Brimfield
Farmington
Peoria
Younger Girls Welcome At Surgical Dressing Class
The surgical dressing classes meet every Wednesday with excellent attendance and are turning out dressings. Several younger girls have expressed desire to work with the group and the committee invites those who would like to join the classes to enter.
Sealed Bids Sought for Millbrook Township Road Gravel Project
Sealed bids will be received at the Grange Hall Laura Illinois until 10 30 A M August 24 1944 for 203 miles of Towthup roads and 1013 cubic yards of gravel or crushed stone. Bids must be mailed or delivered to the Commissioner of Highways Millbrook Township Peoria County with a ten percent bid deposit. Plans and specifications may be obtained from the County Highways office for ten dollars. The commissioner reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grange Hall
Laura
Alinoia
George Moore
Millbrook
Peoria
County Sept. of Highways
Court ‘House
Library Closes During Month of August
The library will be closed during August with all books due back by Saturday, July 29.
Four Year Old Birthday Party at Archibala Home
On Sunday evening Vic and Mrs Archibala hosted a party for four year old Dickie with friends and relatives. The cake featured four candles and gifts included many useful items and money to spend.
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Old Soldiers Au
H. O. Bart
Ollie Uurran
Galva
G. P. Snedaker
Sylva
Epworth League
May Hares
Laurie King
Jaunte Corney
Jubilee
Ropah-Caxtes
St Louis
John Caldwell
Cyde Stone
Brimfied Band
F & O. Quartett
Canton-Are-Features
W. B. Noltig
Mra Pulsipher
Mra
Bert Bicka
Hamilton
Ind
J. G
Edwin Hicks
Navy
Sicily
Hicks
Naval Academy
New London
Conn
Val A
Reece
Pres. T. Roosevelt
Russorap Peace Center
Ence, ‘Te
Virginia Gazette
T. Geeorelt
Wibbur Wright
Blair Bigis
Exes
France
Indie
van Rensselaer
N Y
U. S
Aes
Wiley Reed
Mildred
Tarret School
Howard LaFolette
Howard Garollette
Arthur Shafer
Abinedo
Fred Jones
Mass Ilene Miller
Tom Miller
David Wycoff
Milwaukee
Wm. Reid of
Dixon
Wm. Jones
Isaac Keeley
Jammie of
Duncan
Greta Strickland
George Taylor
Gamp Banner, North Carolina
Esther Spencer
North Henderson
Clarence Emery
Jimmy Stickel
Pine Folks
Great Lakes
John Whittaker, Sr
James Ingles
LaFarete
Melvin Broadfield
Louise and
Amy DeBord
Mont¢éa
Jennie Bart
Mer
Fred Steinman
Paul Burgess
Happy Hollow
Russell Paorcell
Edson Pucell
Ralph Purcell
Strieder
Brimfiea
Russell Purcell
Mar
Edson Purcell
Charles Wymat
Great Lake
George Wrv
Ration News
L Tourneau
Mor Clark
George Movare
Muillrook
Tiwaship Laura, Hl
R. B. Roberts
J.E. Welsh
M. D
Brimficid
Illinois
Frederick V. Arber
Arber Johnson
Attorneys AT Law
Tifucéia
Cluskey Mortuary Co
Madison St
Finois
W H. Herring
Yates City
Lilinog
Walter Pacey
Galenburg
Oscar M. Harding
Oak Allutinais
Nat’nal Realty
Reppert’s Schooak
Vecatur
Indiana
Tor
Thea Elmwood
Llindis
Jean Arthur
John Wayne Mitchell
Ana Baxter, Thomas Mitchell
Ray Milland
Ruth Hussey
Betty Grable
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