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Newspaper
Brookfield Magnet
Location
Brookfield, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1951
Page
5
The column records numerous Thanksgiving gatherings and home visits across Liberty, Maywood, Elgin, LaGrange, and Brookfield. Names include Paradis, Bach, Larimore, Evans, Ponz, Ehret, Head, Kayser, and Reenish, with multiple households hosting relatives and attending dinners and travel. Interments at Fairmont cemetery are noted for a departed family member.
Girl Scouts Troop 13 visited a Libertyville dairy farm on a Sunday, milking duties observed and barn visits noted. After returning, they enjoyed refreshments at Mrs Johnston’s home.
The Village of Brookfield laments the death of Fredrika Wood Wiley on November 15 1951 a loyal employee and later librarian whose service expanded the librarys scope. Village President Dan Kyl ie extends condolences to the bereaved family on behalf of residents.
Brookfield Free Public Library honors longtime librarian Mrs Fredrika Wood Wiley with a memorial gift. Trustees resolve to allocate 800 dollars to a Memorial Committee as thanks for her service and library improvements. Signed by board members Frank I Rose, Henke Bermiee WooSocan, Edith McRicon, and Fred H Schiarse.
Hollyvaned PTA presents Texas Tommy's Super circus at Roverside Brookfield High School auditorium on Sunday December 20. Texas Toomiry and Baby Doll were seen last week at Edo Sirowan toast night. Red Blanchard of WLS barn dance fame will be master of ceremonies for a star packed event. Tickets may be obtained by calling Mrs Frank Edwinson. tickets will not be sold at the door.
Mrs Dorothy Dussman of Chicago marked her birthday on November 24 with family gathering. Her mother Mrs George Klouda and grandmother Mrs B Tumpack from Mapleave joined to celebrate, making it an ideal day for Dorothy.
Sgt Bennett remains in critical condition after a sudden incident. Richard Peacett was transported to MacNeal Hospital in Berwyva Friday for treatment. Veya blood transfusion and Sudser tests were administered as doctors monitor his progress.
The Congress Park PTA holds its regular meeting on December 4 at 8 p.m. in the school auditorium. The evening’s theme is Living Together Spiritually with guests the C B Q Zephyr Chorus performing five parts including Opening Alleluia Adeste Fidelis Beautiful Saviour Carol of the Bells and Oh Holy Night arranged by Mr Garrels.
A list of musical numbers including Soprano solos like Miss Jean and Swinter Wonderland, Handel Messiah chorus, Angels We Have Heard on High, White Christmas arranged by Mr Garrels, May the Good Lord Bless and Keep You, Sleigh Ride arranged by Mr Garrels, Winter Song Part IV, The Halls of Ivy by the men of the chorus Part V, Silent Night and Descant, The Lord's Prayer Mallotte arranged by Mr Garrels, Battle Hymn of the Republic, This is My Country.
The program notes credit Miss Dorothy Walters as accompanist for a performance featuring the University of Illinois and the University of Chicago. The event includes operatic and choral works with Garrala at one finie as the featured piece.
Mr and Mrs George McCullough of 9404 Henrietta Ave celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary with an open house on November 24. About 80 relatives friends and neighbors attended enjoying refreshments and reminiscing. Friends extend wishes for many more years of happiness.
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