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Newspaper
Brimfield News
Location
Brimfield, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1950
Page
1
A fragmentary midwestern newspaper dated August 1900 mentions J P attending a Bead Camp in Des Moines Iowa. It notes local farm data including oats corn wheat butter eggs hogs and other prices. Several brief items cover births visits household sales school services and an upcoming fair at French Grove September 9 to 11.
A fragmented report notes Mrs McIntyre and family visiting Boston during a time described as tense. The snippet mentions Mrs Jonnet, Tots and Mrs Frack Mcintyre, with references to Moss Mary France and a cousin. Further readable details are scarce.
A church group asks readers to donate magazines and newspapers. Call 2241 to arrange pick up or drop off and support the St. Jos p parish outreach program.
Fragmentary OCR notes outline Army recruiting for young men aged about 19, with dates and offices referenced. It mentions eligibility and enrollment processes, a meeting or event with James Abbey, and a schedule vague about July days. Text is garbled but centers on recruitment procedures and intake timing.
Miss Marlere Snyder daughter of Arlene Snyder of Peoria married Ronald Snider son of George Snider of Eckapow at Bethel Bible Church Edwards Til. The ceremony featured gladioli and garden flowers, piano music, and attendants from Brimfield and nearby. The couple planned a western states honeymoon with bridal party outfits in white satin and aqua.
A thank you message expresses gratitude for the many cards gifts flowers and visits that helped make a birthday memorable. The author recalls memories of their th birthday and thanks friends and neighbors for their support.
Miss Mary Shockeney daughter of Mr and Mrs Steve Shockeney of Trivolt marries Raymond Blundy son of Mr and Mrs Merle Blundy of Brimfield in a Sunday ceremony at the Brunswick church near Trivolt. The double ring rite was performed by the New Germon King of Peoria with gladioli decor and a reception at the bride’s home.
French Grove Eleanor Shaffer visiting at the Stanton Moore home Charlene Bateman attending the State fair She models her suit in the dress review Nobah Kellogg nursing at the Methodist in Peoria spent Monday with homeless Mars Jane Plack 18 apending the week with Mrard Mrs Edw'n Wind jah at Knoxvelie Miss Leona Ds of Vong rrd Mre Claten Die svert om et tay last week at aA. Ro Moort's Me ard Mrs John let Mr are Mrs Edwin Cox and Ravi Ssos returned from aels Atan fy trip to Fark Centre Maine a Mr and Mes A 1 Pars yo anu daughbter Matis of Comnecr 3 South Australia and Merd Mos Willerd Schaefer and dave ter Margaret of Streato called dor M and Mos C. & McClelan Saturday omorntage ard wee dinner guests of the Rhvert Oakes fable Mra Meliten and Stig Ciaefsi and Meg Fare have ben per prs for i grs Ruth fas kestas corre-cunced wth Nevis Fiurles for about crs The re visit was very much eavel
Laura Items and many neighborhood gatherings fill this column. Mr and Mrs Fred Steinman hosted visitors in Streator while Mrs Jennie Barrett visited Wyoming with her sister Beastie Barnara. Families from Toslen to Peoria shared meals and trips, with travel to Canada and Vermont noted. A farewell party for the Wallace Barington family was held on station grounds as Laura marked departures. A shower for Miss Arcella Whittaker brightened Kimwood, and local couples gathered at Happy Hollow for a social evening.
Uncle Ezcy invites town residents to a free all ages showcase at the Havintt Tarcorre High School Auditorium. Amateurs can audition for cash prizes and ribbons across singing, dancing, and instrumental acts with a professional director and contact Beth Redfearner for details.
A cream social was held Saturday evening August 6 in the Dunganeales room with ice cream, cake and pie served. Proceeds supported local causes and attendees enjoyed a simple social gathering in a community space.
Mr and Mrs Lawrence Klasselbach and daughters with Mrs Hass bacher traveled to Springfield on Sunday to attend dedication services for the new Emanuel Lutheran church.
Library remains closed for August with July 29 closure and full month shutdown from August through September 2. Reads as a notice about temporary service suspension and dates without additional details.
Hearing on tentative budget and ordinance for Peoria School District in Illinois. Meeting to be held at the high school Monday August 28, 1900, at 2 PM CST. Notice posted by secretary H Hamilton with details for public inspection at Hamilton's residence.
An engagement is announced involving Mrava Mis G FP lun in a ceremony near Brimfield. The groom’s family details and employment at Central National bank are noted. The couple are connected to Pacw University and Gamma Lalta, with Gamma Lambda cited among affiliations.
Parents of all first grade pupils and others are informed that textbooks and workbooks will be issued for rental or sale at the school starting August 8 for the new academic year. The first day of classes is Tuesday September. Plans include a distribution and return system, with options to borrow shared volumes and reserve texts at a lower price than purchasing anew.
The Wilf Felton family won the 3S ac Co test at the 108 State Fair on Saturday. Their prize included a new Ford sedan and a free trip to the fair with a reception at the Governor's mansion. The Feltons’ smiling faces were praised in published photos.
The Meoatd rs 2 bert N Bragg family marks a 25 year anniversary with an open house on August 20 from 6 23 0 to 5 00 pm and 7 90 and 4 00 pm.
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