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Newspaper
Henry News Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1944
Page
2
The Henry News-Republican, established 1852 and published by Richard Pflgeld, is listed as the owner publisher. The item notes entry at the post office as second class matter under U.S. postal laws and regulations, with Thursday as the referenced mailing day.
The Lacon Grade School district authorizes a special election to raise property taxes to fund operating costs and keep educational standards. A similar measure faces Lacon High School district voters, aiming to maintain standards while staying within legal tax limits.
Fragmentary wartime lines describe a morale boosting moment with battle cries and home front purchases. It notes bonds valued at 37.50 and 50 dollars, a Gutland overseas return, and the cost of shells and gas masks. A Methodist Young Adult meeting is mentioned as postponed.
Mrs. Dwight H. Green wife of the governor of Hindja will be featured in a national June portrait series showcasing the entire American cotton industry. The Memphis ceremony at the Governor’s Mansion includes Nancy Green wearing Adela Simpson designs. The series, sponsored by cotton interests, aims to highlight fashion and cotton use across states.
The Catholic Women’s Club hosted a Thursday bridge evening with Mrs Katherine Riel and Mrs Fred Neuhalsen co hosting. Four tables of bridge followed by a short business meeting and refreshments. A vote on a graded school tax proposal drew attention as residents discussed a potential one to two percent increase to fund the district.
A crowded Lacona column reports on corn borers and weeds stressing sweet corn while noting bats disturbed by fencing, plus a tornado damage letter from Beloit and a long update on local gatherings. It details community events including a Bible School Crafts Exhibit at the Methodist Church and prep for summer camps, with notes on local families and social visits.
Charles Ellis, son of Mr and Mrs George Ellis of Werjona, has been promoted to corporal in the South Pacific. He also received the good conduct medal and the South Pacific ribbon. He and his wife have moved to Long Point.
Reed Henning of Lostant has been promoted to Technician Fifth Grade while serving with the armed forces in Italy. He is the son of Miss Florence Henning and is a Lostant Community High School graduate class of 1940. He previously worked as a clerk at Brenner Groceries in Lostant before entering service in the Army. He notes his duties in the Service Records Section of the hospital personnel office and has visited Pompeii and witnessed Vesuvius eruption.
Local families near Prairie and Webber gather for Sunday dinners and picnics. Mr and Mrs Fred Gauwitz host with many relatives including Harriett from Chillicothe and Robinger Vand? daughters. several households, including the Leighe and Leighs, travel to Peoria and Lewistown for visits and Methodist events. Several guests and hosts, such as the Crocker home group, share meals, camp outings, and weekend stays.
Powell families gathered at the Howard Powell home Sunday night with ice cream and birthday cakes. Guests included Mrs Rach Campbell Virginia Mamie Lou Lewis Joan Mr and Mrs Howard Powell Ellen William Richard Mr and Mrs Lewis Powell Mr and Mrs Ray Powell Hoverpe and Ed Wood Mr and Ray Powell and Robert Lee and Ed Wood. They attended a chicken dinner hosted by Mr and Mrs Elliott Case in honor of Mrs Howard Case of Capron. A Miami Florida baby visited Lawrence Clay's home with Lt Foulk, nephew of Mrs Clay, en route to Rockland then to an eastern camp.
Lewis Eugene Root grandson of Mr and Mrs Linusot of LaPrairie is in boot training at the Great Lakes Naval Training Center. His home was in Peoria before entering service.
Fragmentary OCR notes list names including Delavan Glatz Henry Paul Nightwonger Sparland Hawkins and others with ages 21 25 18. No clear event or outcome is stated. The readable items resemble a roster or notices rather than a complete court action or case detail.
Probate court hears report on estate of Peter Toemmes deceased and approves filing of claims. Leo Toemmes seeks payment of certain claims against the estate and notice of claim dated by 1st Monday in 1944. Petition requests court to ordered payment of specified claims against the estate.
A series of property transfers and quit claim notes involving Summer and Co Bar ney J Ghiglieri William A Schlosser Myr L Royer John W Morgensen Alma McCasson Wilfred Webber Alma Webber Frank Jackson Leils Banes and others across sections towns and ranges, including warranty deeds and city chancery notices.
The ordination of Rev. c R. Nicholas and others was announced at the Methodist annual conference closing session. Bishop Titus Lowe presided as candidates were ordained and credentials granted for service.
Bradford Gul has been awarded a four year scholarship to the UK. The high achieving student earned the top scores on a competitive examination in Osshin County and plans to enter University this Fall.
J F Schureman died Sunday at Ottawa hospital after a brief illness. Funeral services were held yesterday afternoon at Gen Psy Church in Ottawa with many local residents in attendance. He had been connected with local publishing and wartime service records dating back to 1924.
Chicago report on cattle hog and sheep prices shows steers selling 0.97 to 1.92 above authority rollback, hogs at 13.75 floor, and general market softness in hogs. Breeders predict a 28 percent drop in spring pig crop from 1943 highs, Texas sheep supplies steady while Central States receive larger Texas numbers.
A wartime era study outlines a broad plan for a modern highway system linking farms with the national transport backbone. It envisions high speed arterials with advanced features to boost travel, freight, and regional connectivity as population and motor use rise.
Private Cecil Date Forbes of Bradford is reported killed in action in Italy on May 25. He served in the U S Army and trained at Camp Robinson Arkansas Camp Houston and Gaines and Texans before overseas. He was born December 17 1912 and married June 17 1941 at Buffalo Kentucky. He is survived by his wife two sisters and a brother.
Arthur Pat Sweeney of Chillicothe surveys fishing conditions at home with supplies and neighbors, noting more than fish as he and companions test out outdoor spots and timing in East Illinois countryside.
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