07 Jun 1907
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Newspaper
Geneseo Republic
Location
Geneseo, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1907
Page
1
A large audience heard Rev. F. A. Smiley preach on the theme The Goal from Philippians 3 14 at the Presbyterian church. He urged pressing toward the heavenly prize, comparing life to an Olympic race and noting rewards come after effort and faithfulness.
Geneseo Illinois held a special session May 28 1907 with Mayor Kiner presiding. The council voted to hire John W Alvord to prepare plans to expand the pumping station and set several ordinances including street superintendent duties and annual appropriations for 1907–1908. Funding questions and sidewalk petitions were referred to committees and Edward Fones was appointed superintendent of streets with a 2.50 salary.
A detailed memorial recalls Dr. R. R. Sale a longtime physician praised for his skill in difficult cases and patient care. The tribute notes his strong presence in the sick room his dedication to work and the large turnout at his outdoor funeral.
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