25 Nov 1948
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Newspaper
Brimfield News
Location
Brimfield, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1948
Page
1
Reading across the files shows market prices for oats, hogs, wheat, butter and eggs, and local notices. Reports mention Shorthorn cattle shipments, church and school activities, Epworth League ticket sales, and Brimfield train service with two daily round trips, plus weather notes and a fall harvest mood.
A large audience enjoyed Hobgoblin House presented by the Seafors and directed by Miss eiwall Thursday evening. The production showcased emerging young actors with notable stage talent and a striking scene at Mountain Gud. A warning line about danger near the edge of a precipice drew audience reactions and added to the memorable performance.
Mr and Mrs Stanley Cagy Judy and Kenny weein Kwanee visited Cady who is a patient at the Cruel hospital on Sunday.
Brimfield Mayor W F Harding proclaims November 25 to December 25 as Letters For World Peace Month urging residents to write to Europeans to foster understanding and world peace. TheCity seal dated November 22 in Brimfield.
The American Legion Auxiliary held its last meeting led by Kathryn Clusny, approving multiple appeals for funds including Christmas Gift Shop, Easter, Veterans Craft, and Nursery at McIlutree Hospital. The next meeting is December 15 with a Christmas party and exchange, plus plans to support hospital trays. Members toured Veterans Cottage at Bartonville on November 18 for a luncheon and games.
Retail stores serve as community builders beyond selling goods. They attract development and shopping centers, boost convenience and prices, and keep money local to support town progress. The piece lists families connected to local merchants in Farmington Peoria and Yates City.
The passage reflects on a year of bountiful harvest and health and notes divine mercy amid wartime strain. It highlights gratitude, divine guidance, and the belief that freedom will continue to expand despite conflict and sacrifice.
Eleanor Louise Shifter and Eleanor Moore join friends at Pierin Mono day for goiter operation updates. Pupils enjoy a school vacation while teachers plan recess and a livestock show participants head to Chicago Thursday with their fathers. Community visits include Mrs Georgia Shaffer hosting the Improvement Society and various residents attending lunches, contests, and social gatherings at homes of Mrs Woolny Armstrong and Mrs Blanche Oaks.
Mr Hargreaves led fifteen youths to Chillico for the Pilgrim Fellowship rally in the Churches of the Association. A crowd of about 130 shared supper as a strong program unfolded with Mary Ann Mulvaney honored and escorted. Mr Hunter presented films on Africa and an elephant hunt with native guides, drawing interest from attendees including Mrs Claude Cluk of Elmwood and Brimfield guests celebrating golden weddings.
Members attending the teacher craft class at Mr. Harding's Wednesday were proud of their home produced items. Special thanks go to Mr. Paul Schaffer for valuable suggestions. December meeting set for December 2 at 1:30 at Mrs. Lawrence Jones's home. Christmas Surprise theme replaces roll call. Mrs. Collins to lead Cheese lesson followed by a gift exchange at 50 cents.
Ben Germs is listed as a surgical patient at St. Francis Hospital. Mr and Mrs Chas Welch spent Sunday with Mr and Mrs Jim Welch and Elena, according to the brief community note.
Williamsfield pulled away late to beat Brimfield 54 to 40 after a 21 point third quarter surge. Beimfield was led by Dubet with 19 points and Rein hart added 16 as Brimfield JV won 20 to 8 in a separate game. Brimfield meets Princeville on Tuesday, November 30.
The Rev T C Hargreaves departed Monday to visit his former home in Edgerton Wisconsin, signaling a return to the town where he once lived.
Msgee Tenney and Charles spent Monday with Mternod Mrs Fred Sneuhitz of Prince. dle.
Mrs A T Brbcoces spent from Thursday to Saturday to Allebsure. Her sister Mrs L B Blanchad of Minneapolis is recovering after surgery at Cottage hospital and will return to her younger sister Mrs Webber Gehring near Cardsburg when released.
A Mondy night birthday gathering at Homer Lauderback's home celebrated the host's 17th birthday. Guests included Mr and Mrs Chas Welch, Duane Ge Tennery and Charles, Mr and Mrs Walter Wacker, Nancy, Mr and Mrs Hall Smith and family, Dan Metov, Mr and 418 Dick Armstrong, Bubble, and Harry Kleeh.
Suellen Johnson held a cheerful party Saturday for her fourth birthday with a group of friends. The attendees included May Miare, Sherry Pros, Norma Wyman, Sharon Pill, Thelma Courtright, Pauline Johnson, Joel Johnson, Judy Van Dyke, Suerry 4iler, Janice Ball, Kenny Cady, Judy Cady, and Peggy Johonoo. Marynell Archibald sent a gift and planned to attend.
Darrell Hamilton thanks friends for flowers cards and calls received while he recuperates. He reports feeling much better but remains unable to return to work at this time.
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