Tragic Elmwood Accident Claims Two Firemen
Two Elmwood men Aliton Clark and Keith Uuens died after asphyxiation in a septic tank while aiding neighbor Marc Shissier who was overcome. Fire department inhalator squad revived Shissier. Clark and Uuens perished in the tank. Funeral services held for Clark. Lucas buried in Brimfeld cemetery. Clark co owner of the Elmwood Gazette. Lucas served in Navy and was fire department secretary treasurer.
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Elmwood
Elmwood @arette
Aliton Clark
Keith Uuens
Marc Shissier
Rimwood
Gre
Shissier
Mr @lack
Patterson Funeral Home
Richard Chase
Rimwood Cemetery
Clifton Willis @lark
Oak Hill
Claude and
Anges Slayton Clark
Jeannette Worley
Bandra Iee
Glenn
Beeatur
Norman
Dewey
James
Lee
Edna Garter
Bloomington
Earth Moran
Minneapolis
Katherine Maspfield
Indiana
Odd Fellows Lodge
Arcannia
The
American Legion Post
VFW
Elmwood Presbyterian Church
Ebad
Elmw
Navy
Daniel Maker
Clark
Zlawood Gazette
Mavy
América
Masonic Lodge
Fire Department
Postoffice Holiday Use Announced
Effective December 12 to 24 inclusive outgoing mail closing times are 10 30 am 12 30 pm and 4 30 pm This week the local Post Office distributes forms for mailing Christmas cards If patrons bundle local and out of town letters using these forms delivery will speed up Additional forms may be obtained at the Local Post Office.
Robert Tucker Receives Safe Driving Award
On December 3, Robert F. Tucker was presented a gold pin by Postmaster Frank W Clark on behalf of the National Safety Council for eight years of accident free driving on his rural route. He has logged over 115 000 miles without a fault and, after 37 years delivering mail, has had only one unavoidable accident.
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Robert F. Tucker
Frank W Clark
National Safety Council
Tucker
Bob
Legion Auxiliary Plans Dues Report and December Meeting
The membership chairman Irene Taylor will contact members to report 100 percent dues paid before January 1. There will be no sewing meeting in December. The regular business meeting will be held at 2 pm on Thursday December 1.
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The
Legion Auxiliary
Mra
Irene Taylor
Becember
Theraday
Bake Sale by Freshman Class at Dungan's Garage
The Freshman class hosts a bake sale at Dungan's garage on December 17 with two sale slots at 9:30 am and 12:30 pm. Proceeds support class activities and student projects.
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Dungan’s
Antonacci Nauman Nuptials In Brimfield Ceremony
Miss Michael Antonacci and Clinton Nauman wed at Brimfield in a 9:30 am Saturday ceremony officiated by Rev. Thomas C Harrison. The double ring service featured white mums, organ music, and vows as family members served as attendants. After a reception at Silver Leaf Pavilion the couple departed for Indianapolis and will reside in Williamsfield.
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St. Josephs
James Kelly
Donald McKeewn
SieKown Panis Angelicus
Schubert
Mary Gou Nauman
Abe
Misa Jo Ana Nauman
Joanne
Runset
Mary Lynning
Mary Nauman
Metamora
Bert Griggs
Peoiia
Lucy Gilles
Silverleaf Pavilion
Indianapolis
Ind
Nauman
School Honor List For High Achievers By Grades
The essay outlines grade point values A four B three C two and D one with no extra weight for plus or minus. It lists students across grade levels earning A or B honor status with their numeric averages and several mis-typed names and scores reflecting a school honor roll of freshmen sophomores juniors and seniors.
Laura Items At the Regular Meeting Of Laura Ladies
At the regular meeting of the Laura Ladies Society plans were made for the annual Masaar. It was decided to hold the Masaar and cafeteria dinner in the church basement Saturday December 1 beginning at 1 PM. Committees were arranged by President Mrs Kellogg. Members are sewing aprons rugs and toys and preparing other bazaar items. A sandy and food booth is planned. Mark December 10 for notices.
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Mea Wm. Kellogg
I T
Mrs &Mery
Thanksgiving Guests Visit Bernard Cluskey Family
Dr and Mrs Donald Cluskey and Mike from Elmhurst were joined by Mr and Mrs John Glnskey for a Sunday gathering with Mr Jas Gorgan and Miss Winifred Prentice of Wyoming as guests of the Bernard Cluskey family at a related Thanksgiving dinner.
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Donald Cluskey
Mike Same
Elmhurst
John Glnskey
Jas Gorgan
Winifred Prentice
Wyoming
Bernard Cluskey
Taxpayer Help Program Aims Self Help In Chicago Region
The 1956 IRS taxpayer assistance program in the Chicago Region runs January 7 to April 16 1956 and focuses on helping taxpayers help themselves. It shifts from preparing returns to guidance and instructional materials sent to taxpayers. Telephone help will be offered district wide with on site assistance for those unable to prepare returns and supervised self help. An extensive educational campaign will inform taxpayers about how to complete forms and comply with the tax rules.
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Internal Revenue Service
Chicago
Oncome
Audi
Olsen
Chisago
Olesen
Internal Revenue
Intermal Revenue Service Pl
French Grove Visitors and Local Gatherings
French Grove and Wheaton residents visited in Hubert Oakes and Clark homes. The group included Leo Rahn Linda Clark David Clark and Elisa beth Oakes. Mandel's Messiah was sung at the Galesburg Congregational Church Sunday evening. Loren Oakes of Detroit and F M Oakes were with family. Keren returned from Los Angeles with news from Dr Barold Oakes and family.
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Wheaton
Hubert Oakes
Leo Rahn
Linda
John.Clark
David
Clark Home
Mra BH. EL
Oakes and
Elisabeth
Wm Kellogg
Jack
Mandel
Messiah
Congregational Church
Galesburg
Atty Loren Oakes
Detroit
Mistr
F. M. Oakes
Keren
Los Angeles
Barold Oakes
Lutchka-Pacey Bridegrooms At Davis Memorial Church
Lutchka daughter of Mr and Mrs Alex A Lutchka of East North Street Paylorville married Donald Roger Pacey son of Mr and Mrs Roger L Pacey of Washburn in a double ring ceremony at 3 oclock Thanksgiving afternoon at the Davis Memorial Church. Rev Charles A Day officiated before a large guest group. Bridesmaids wore lilac and pale green gowns with lace and net. ushers included James Keutchka and Richard Pacey. A reception followed. couple left for a short wedding trip and will reside in Beecher where the groom teaches. Out-of-town guests came from New York City Los Angeles Hollywood Racine Chicago and several Midwest towns.
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Sliner Eiaie Matcha
Alex A. Lutchka
East North Street
Paylorville
Donald Roger Pacey
Roger L. Pacey
Washburn
Davis Memorial
Charles A. Day
Sasdra Deits
Harry Moulton
Atara
Iride
Scea Pearia
Gynthia Lutchka
Los Angeles
Galil
Patty van Hooser
Gerald Fedrigen
Moneaqua
Donald Grank
Washburnn
Dallas Beyer
Normal
James Keutchka
Richard Pacey
Brimfield string of wins highlights Friday games
Brimfield defeated Winamsfield 63 43 with Nyaal Cecil scoring 30 and Wyman 9. Dasao and Ashley each had 6, Herder and Bigee 8. Brimfield led 22 13 at halftime and 41 34 entering the final period. In the early game Brimfield fell 68 35 with Wyman 17 and Dangan 6 each for Brimfield. Emwood beat Brimfield 70 54 on Brimfield’s home floor. Wyman led with 17, Cecil 10, Ashley and Dungan 6 each. Fayette Brimfield game set for Friday at the local gym. doors open 6:30 pm with first ball at 7:46.
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Brimfield
Winamsfield
Nyaal Ceeil
Wyman
Dasao
Ashley
Herder
Bigee
Tovnion Brimfield
Danganlea
R Exona
Buena
Barnes
Burder
Miller
Aahley
Hiegs
Emwood
Cecil
Dungan
R. Buena
Ezeh Harder
Siges
Alebe
Ba Fayette-Brim
The $64 000 Question’s Tax Climb To Half The Prize
The radio TV program The $64 000 Question draws huge publicity but a winner would keep only about $26 000 of the $64 000 after federal income tax. A single man earning $4060 yearly would lose $148 711 in tax before netting $4 000, showing how confiscatory brackets can be.
Gratitude Note From Randy Christian to All
Randy Christian thanks everyone for the cards and gifts received during a hospital stay and after returning home. Appreciation is expressed for kindness shown during the illness and recovery.
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Mike
Randy Christian
Christmas Party Lyrics at St Josephs and Williamsfield Parishes
Altar and Rosary Society hosts a pot luck supper at the high school gym on December 18 at 6 30 pm inviting St Josephs and Williamsfield parishioners. Children will perform a program before Santa Claus distributes treats. Contact Mrs John Clark or Mrs Mike Anton at 1 608 128 500 for contributions.
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St. Joseph's
Williamsfield
Altar and Rosary Society
Santa Claus
John Clark
Mra
Mke Anton
MARTIN LUTGER Screened At St Pauls Church Sunday Night
The motion picture MARTIN LUTGER will be shown at St Pauls Lutheran Church Sunday at 7 30 PM as part of Family Night sponsored by St Pauls Mens Gleb. The film, about the Reformation hero, drew box office records years ago in theatres. Admission is free and there is no offering. The public is invited to attend, coffee will be served afterward by the Mens Club.
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Martin Lutger
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church
Family Night
St. Paul’s Men's Gleb
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Farmers’ Automobile Insurance Association
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Ulmom
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