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Newspaper
Brimfield News
Location
Brimfield, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1934
Page
1
The term Dwt or pennyweight equals 24 grains or 1/226 of an ounce and traces to the denarius weight. It began as the weight of a silver penny, named from denarius weight, a Roman coin once heavier but debased over time. This coin is the penny of the New Testament.
Experiments show adult flies cannot endure freezing, living only weeks, while some authorities say offspring in larvae and pupae survive winter. A coastal waterway from Vancouver to Prince Rupert, British Columbia, shelters ships and links mainland with off shore islands, resembling Norway's fjords in rugged, mountainous terrain.
The Haymarket square riot in Chicago on May 4 1886 led police to disperse an anarchist meeting. A bomb killed seven officers and wounded 27. four men were hanged, three imprisoned then pardoned, and one killed himself.
The silkworm is a caterpillar famed for its silk thread. Cocoon fibers unwind like a spool, are twisted together, and form silk cloth. Not all caterpillars harm human interests, as this one yields valued silk.
Santa Fe, the capital of New Mexico, has no railroad entry as residents consistently refuse tracks through the city. The desire to keep the ancient town's charm unspoiled has driven the decision, maintaining its tranquil character.
The tomb of Childeric at Tournai, unearthed in 1655, yielded 300 tiny golden bee models. Paris stored them and, during Napoleon's 1804 coronation, he selected these bees as decoration for his coronation mantle.
Marine scientists struggle with two mysteries about whales. How the creature withstands extreme deep sea pressures without collapsing its body remains unclear. Also, it is uncertain whether whales sleep underwater or while at the surface.
Members of the Jubilee College Association seek information on the original cornerstone. Frank N Emerson in Peoria is asked to notify. Plans aim to restore the old buildings and furniture and create a state memorial with picnic grounds for visitors on the 90 acre campus purchased by Dr. George Zeller of Peoria and presented to the state last year.
The 2 percent federal tax on bank checks will be abolished after January 1 1935. Since June 1932 people paying checking accounts have paid two cents on each check written. It is estimated the tax has averaged about $4 per year to depositors. The revenue act that created the assessment provided for repeal in 1934 but was extended to January 1 1935. A vast amount of money has been collected through this channel for government needs.
St Josephs Catholic School basketball team broke a loss streak with a 37 23 victory over St Bernards C Y O at St Bernard’s gym Peoria on December 19 The following night they coasted to a 48 13 win over St Johns Peoria Co O Father Harrison played for the second team The schedule lists January home games against Lehman Miners Fairview Fans COSTAS LUNCH Canton and Princeville Alumni including upcoming curtain raiser events and admission prices
The grade school team traveled to Chillicothe and won their first game 14 to 13. The squad is upbeat and optimistic for the season. Guests at the Murdoch home included their daughter and families such as Carmelia Murdoch of Peoria and the Blundy, Doubet, and Bluody clans.
Beginning January 1 1935 the merchants of Brimfield will adopt the schedule of sales tax as a separate item. The tax will be collected using the schedule adopted by the Peoria and Chicago merchants for use locally.
Dean Milo Smith Ketchum dean emeritus of the college of engineering at the University of Illinois died December 23 in a Champaign hospital. He was born near Elmwood, educated there, then earned his degree in 1893. He served as a civil engineer before joining the University of Colorado faculty in 1904, becoming dean in 1905, taught at the University of Pennsylvania 1919 to 1922, and came to Illinois in 1923 as dean until retirement. He recently received honorary membership in the American Society of Civil Engineers.
Friday afternoon the well prepared Christmas program by French Grove pupils under Mrs Virginia Doubet delighted attendees. The Holiday party at the McClellan home was held Friday eight with the Improvement and Missionary Society. Families from Kewanee and Iowa visited relatives as residents traveled to New London. A weekly almanac feature is planned to entertain readers this week.
Laura Items Pete Feldman of Princeville was Carol Jones guest over the weekend. Mr. and Mrs. Tom Miller and children were Sunday callers at the Birt hing home. Alyward Rice is home from the CCC Camp at Waterloo for the Christmas vacation. Mr. and Mrs. Warren Miller and children spent Sunday at Perry Savage’s near Brimfield. The Millbrook Grange sponsors Saturday night dances in Whittaker hall. Cecil and Donald Mutter went to Manhattan to spend Christmas at Alber Miller’s home. Loren Oakes of Chicago visited his parents Forest and Mrs. Oakes. Deaths: William Mitchell of Nebraska, cousin of William Reed and R. P. Carter. William Reed seriously ill in Peoria hospital. Chester Roots returned from University of Miami to spend Christmas with his family. State Grange Convention held in Peoria. George More attended. Several local residents visited churches and events. Christmas programs at Laura Church school. Local stores to close at 7 PM except Saturday. American Bar Association rolling out five point education program for lawyers and public.
Funeral services for Mrs C H Hogaboom were held at Princeville Methodist Church. Susan A Hogaboom daughter of Millard H Buck and Ella Jane Buck born July 31 1879 passed away December 17 near Monica after an extended illness. She is survived by her husband one brother Charles A Bock and three sisters Mrs Anna C Day of Elawood Mrs Cora V Haven of Peoria and Mrs Flora Schaad of Princeville.
Mr and Mrs Milan Claybaugh and daughters of Peoria visited the R R Claybaugh residence for a goose dinner on Christmas Day joined by Mildred Littlefield, sharing in holiday hospitality and family gathering.
Miss Lilie Smith of Williamsfield died after a wreck near Williamsfield at the Route 180 and 91 junction on Christmas Day. Her brother in law John Broadfield sister Myrtle German and other occupants were injured or treated. the party had been en route to a Broadfield dinner when the accident occurred. Neighboring residents and guests from Maywood Peoria and Boulder were noted in the account.
The Brimfield library reflects on a year of service and thanks volunteers including librarians and firemen. It notes low funds, no tax support, and appeals for cash gifts from 25 cents up or donations of books. The piece praises Roberto and the board president and urges readers to reuse and share books.
The association presses for reforms in criminal law and legal ethics, sending letters to 1,400 bar associations and broadcasting a Saturday radio program to educate the public. It cooperates with the International Association of Chiefs of Police to improve police personnel and department standards nationwide, stressing the duty to strengthen law and the legal profession.
BHS Alama organizes a holiday party at the Community Building on Saturday evening. Committees arrange cars and dancing with refreshments provided by organizers. Admission is 15 cents per person or 25 cents per couple. alumni and families invited. children under high school age admitted free.
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