Wathburn to Hold Election for Water Bonds
Wathburn plans an election today January 2 to authorize 9000 dollars in waterworks bonds payable in nine years with 4 1/2 percent interest. Maurice Simmons alias Taland was arrested in Marlea and taken to Morris to answer charges of thieving. The State's Attorney George S. Wiley announced a sweeping set of criminal dismissals with most cases dropped or postponed due to lack of witnesses and probation statuses.
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Tuition Act and Illinois Educational Reform History
A long overview recounts the 1907 to 1918 efforts to establish tuition support for high schools in Illinois. It highlights John A. Califf and legislative battles, the Magill law, and the 1913 act with revisions that ultimately led to the 1918 tuition law now in effect. It notes court challenge, repeal attempts, and the educational commission's role in promoting equal high school access.
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Woolly aphis threat to community trees prompts pesticide advice
The woolly aphid pest threatens trees in the area as rainfall shortages worsen damage. Horticulturists recommend strong tobacco solution spray or kerosene emulsion, with hose washing as a last resort. Citizens urged to inspect trees and act to curb spread carried by birds.
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