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Newspaper
Brimfield News
Location
Brimfield, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1940
Page
4
Community notices feature Memier’s Holiday bargains and Christmas carnival from December 20 to 24, card crafting at the News office, and local social events. Families, teachers, and clubs share visits, meals, plays, and fundraisers, with charity gift exchanges and concert plans noted.
A town stroll lists Brimfield shop windows from Bragg's east district to the depot offering gifts and services. Irv at Bach's barber shop, Joe for shaves and cuts, stamps at the post office, candy, groceries, and holiday goodies at nearly every stop. From cameras at Zern's to dolls at Memier's, farm implements, radios, and even a long home letter service, the piece highlights a festive gift guide across local businesses.
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