Toluca Mines Run Regularly as Before Fire
The Toluca mines are operating at full strength again, with a large workforce. Evans Grange Fair draws big crowds and is deemed a grand success. Marshall County Board of Review raises assessments by 100000 over the assessors' figures. The Marshall County Democratic Central Committee fills a vacancy by nominating Michael J Fox of Toluca for sheriff. A 10 year old boy, Samity eeale ross, suspected deadweed injuries, raises concern over lack of Keep off the grass signage.
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Toluca
Evans Grange
Board of Review
Marshall County
Democratic Central Committee
Michael Jfox
Surge
Ife
L’oluca
Samity Eeale Ross
Castof
Local Notables Trade News and Travel in Lacons Bulletin
Carrie Pairbanks renews girlhood ties in Lacon while Farry Wescotts visit Kasias City and Chicago flight plans mix with Colorado elk hunts. Magoo Joes returns from Colorado as G L Fort travels from Aucon via Chicago. Mrs Jay Magoonling visits Iowa. J H Thollinger’s brother Robert back from California. Nora Melénico travels to Chicago after a brother in law and niece dies. A.W. Benford party visits Pearly. Jank Corcoran substitutes for J H Thompson. Louie Robert back to school as Leudtkot pursues Colorado prospecting. Louie Lenz campaigns in Livingston and Woodford. Erastus M. Davis in Chicago shoots at a rival suitor then ends own life. daughter dies, son wounded but living. Davis, once of Lacor, known to police in South Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carrie Pairbanks
Kasias City
Lacon
Farry Wescott
Chi- Cabo
Magoo Joes
Colorado
G. L. Fort
Auucon
Europe
Chicago
Jay Magoonling
Iowa
Louie Robert
John Leudtkot
Perided
Louie Lenz
Livingston County
Woodford
Erastus.m. Davis
Tre
Mer Davis
Lacor
South
Sparland Social Notes Show Cool Weather and Local Activity
Sparland residents report unusually cool conditions as Jomex attended a conference and Mrs Zimmerman hosted Helping Hand Society. Conrad Peturier repairs for Fred Siebold, plastering work near the creek guards against floods. Mrs Gapen plans to travel to Chicago to discuss Sparland chapter matters. M C Burnham oversees property interests, Aimmerman trains Foresters, and Clayton lodge officers were elected. A minor depot scuffle over shipping horses occurred, with no serious injuries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sparland
Mig M.C. Burnham
GW Aimmerman
Foresters
Spearland Camp
Clayton Lodge
Myron Newell
G. AV. Zimmerman
Local residents visit Spencer and neighbors in town
John CIM of Fairbury visited his mother for several days last week. Will Dumeld and family welcomed a new daughter. Mr. Mortell was appointed path master and road crews were called out. Mrs. Callie Clairaun has been ill with nerves, Abel Vall will stay on Mrs. Montier's farm another year. Richey and Tremain relatives, Vanderhoof from New York, and a cousin from the East joined Chas Barnard's dinner. Crow Meadow Grange hosted a meeting with Horrom and wife receiving degrees, plus discussions, a Knapp reading, and a Mouth Case recitation followed by ice cream and cake.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John’ O, Dent
John Cim
Fairbury
Will DuMeld
Mr. Mortell
Callie Clairaun
Abel Vall
Mrs. Montier
Mra. Knapp
T. L Wilson
Fur Cape and Accessory Bundle Offered
Nearly eight hundred dollars worth of fur capes collars collarettes muffs boas and children's sets are offered in a catalog style display with emphasis on a premium winter collection.
Whitefield Corners Gossip and Local Happenings
Town notes report visitors and residents from Peoria Iowa Nebraska and Texas. Mrs Moses and Alice Clawson recover from illness. Road work and mill activity fill the yard with teams while families travel and send greetings. A Texas storm damages a home and cattle is killed in a Texas blast.
Town News Notes And Weather Tells Of Local Families
Mrs M Holler returns from Town visit reporting George McLuskey and J P Jones families thriving despite widespread cold weather. A Kuhn and daughter return to Clifton, father Hofer rides to Peoria, Rev Whitmer set to speak at Bonham school house next Sunday inviting all. Whitmer described as an earnest gospel expounder expected to draw a full house.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Holler
George McLuskey
J. P. Jones
A. Kuhn
Yes
Clifton
Hofer
Peoria
Rev. Whitmer
Bonham School
Leverybody
Mr. Whitmer
Lundy Birth Announced and Local Visits Reported
A daughter was born to H. B. Lowden on Saturday September 8. Mr and Mrs Peter Klein of Henry visit their son John and James Chambers of Henry reports a ride through town. Bof Nightwonger returned Sunday after a week with Livingston county relatives. Farling Sr of Mendota visited Frank and family. Tenry Aukland crossed the river to assist with CharHe, hopes for improvement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lundy
H. B. Lowden
Peter Klein
Henry
John
James Chambers
Bof
Livingston County
Farling Sr
Mendota
Frank
Tenry Aukland
CharHe
Miscreant Hunter Runoff Victims and Local Lectures
A resident recovering from a severe run in remains with his brother in Princeton. A young colt was shot in a pasture by a boy with a rifle, amid wider mischief by youths with firearms despite No Hunting signs. Stent meetings closed, 88 joined church. Rev Weaver presented a New Testament volume. Evangeliot Bennett lectured on The Home with plans for Nuggets of Gold postponed to the 28th due to a stormy night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Princeton
Wm Murphy
Local Social Notes and Visits Across Towns
South Whip Eld Mrs Weis visits daughter near Washburn. John Graban to assist Hunt with farm work briefly. Mrs Edward Kelfer entertained an aunt from Peoria last week. Minnie Kietu attends German school at Henry. Lena Cummings of Princeton guests T S Hoe last week. John Dewalt and wife moved to a recently vacated pork keepireett house. Mrs Logan visits relatives and returns home. Young folks plan a party at Myrtle Smith’s home Saturday night for a pleasant evening.
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South
Eld
Weis
Washburn
John Graban
Hunt
Edward Kelfer
Peoria
Minnie Kietu
C Klein
Henry
Lena Cummings
Princeton
T.shoe
John Dewalt
Robt. Meyers
Logan
Myrtle Smith
Local News Briefs From Tiskilwa Area
Mrs Blanch Shaw visits W L Kelso while clover-hulling continues in the neighborhood. Evangelist Bennett leaves Supelay night for a Michigan convention. Hiram Stickel builds an addition to his tenant house. Jesse Wherry visits Chicago after a stay here. Notte daughter born to Leon and Currie Finnell. granddaughter to J M Williams. School opens in first class order with a promising year ahead. Milk production at the cheese factory rises to over 2000 pounds. Gardner Williams and Andrew Munson leave Stonsky for Champaign to attend State University. Young men from Tiskilwa travel in rain to the same destination. Mrs Pinfey hosts sister Mrs McAllan here for several weeks. Mrs Jessie Prutzman arrives from Galveston for rest after the Galveston disaster. Protzman stops in Chicago. Addison Ettickel mentioned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J-M Williams
Gardner Williams
Andrew Munson Ieff Stonsky
Champaign
Tiskilwa
Pinfey
Mra McAllan
Jessie Prutzman
Galveston
Texas
Arr Protzman
Chicago
Addison E&tickel
McNabb Lash Wallin Faces New Detours in Village Life
Weather clues and local tasks mark a day in Granvil as John Peterman plans a livery start. Willie Willey returns to his post as station agent, signaling routine resumed amid overcoats and closed doors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Peterman
Granvil
Willie Willey
Local Notes Flash Through Rural Week's Events
Mary and Katie Wolf spent last week with her west of the river. Perry Mills lost five head of cattle by lightning Saturday morning. Locals report daily gravel traffic to the east part of the extension. Mrs Milton Mills entertains daughter-in-law and baby from Chicago. Hubert Beck joined the band for races and Evans Grange Fair. Bumgarner family returned from Chicago Monday. Visitors bought a large quantity of grapes to arrive Tuesday. Jas isembashing and box car work noted for railroads. Sterling’s Francis John and Bloomington’s Annie Brown are guests at this point. Streets marked with a mowing machine for grading. E. Beck installs a gasoline engine to bring water for Shinn’s groceries. Dining hall plans proceeding. Mrs Mary Pool and daughter Carrie Baldwin visit Anderson relatives for the Anderson-Henking event at Lake Sea. Several Mary Pool relatives and friends spend Monday with Lindsay Anderson. Charles Worthington spent a few days home. attends Hedding College. School opens with 21 pupils. Miss Eddy praised as teacher. A surprise party for Miss Ida Mery on the 7th. farewell before she leaves for Hedding College. Nichlas Schertz’s surprise birthday on the 8th brings guests and a gold chain gift. Dunlover hosts 24th birthday with dinner and socializing. visitors honored with a festive gathering.
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Mary
Katie Wolf
Perry Mills
Milton Mills
Chicago
Hubert Beck
Evans Grange
Bumgarner
Iinola Central
Jas
Francis John
Sterling
Annie Brown
Bloomington
E. Beck
McNabb
Mount Palatine Community Notes From Last Week
Theresa Matern returned from a town visit. John Korneman visited relatives near Toluca. Mrs Bowden of Mansfield Ohio visited her sister Mrs Travia. J B Stansell and family and Miss Lizzie Voygt called on friends near Hennepin. Mrs Lawrence is back after Iowa. Mrs P W Zimmerman confined by rheumatism. Matern Bros and J B Stansell showed stock at Bureau county fair. Geo M Puffer and Cyrus Gunn attended the Republican county convention at Hennepin. Mrs G Johnston and son Park of Peru visited nearby friends. Geo M Puffer and T E Gallaher were Three-I excursionists to Bt Joe Mich. Co W Curtis of Lostant in village Friday. Ed Stansell sold blacksmith outfit to Peter Stanton of McNabb. Peter Jensen to start work in former shop. News of James McGee and Emma Clark marriage on Sept 6 officiated by Rev Barker. They will reside locally after brief wedding trip.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Theresa Matern
John Korneman
Toluca
Matern Bros
J. B. Stansell
Geo M. Puffer
Cyrus Gunn
Hennepin
G. Johnston and
Son Park
Peru
T. E. Gallaher
Joe, Mic
James McGee
Emma Clark
Barker
Torica
A. C. McGee
McGee
la Salle
Chicago
Milwaukee
Springfield
Barry
Distressing Stomach Disease Offer Promises Cure
A dubious health ad claims a masterly remedy by a disgraced figure in South America will permanently cure stomach disease and indirection. It asserts rapid relief from the first dose, guaranteeing a safe, universal cure for all sufferers with bold promises and vague credentials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Batngn
Notable Keola Town Visit and New Baby Mentioned
Sadie and Estella Powell visit relatives in Keola Town. A daughter was born last Tuesday night to Mr and Mrs John Anderson, with both parents pleased and all well. Local attendees joined services at Putnam, reporting an excellent day. Mrs Longman visited her daughter, Mrs Louise Anderson, last Wednesday to see the granddaughter. Frank Bell, Daniel Anderson, and the Powells traveled to Princeton on Monday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sadie
Estella Powell
Keola
John Anderson
Putnam
Mra Longman
Mra Louise Anderson
Frank Bell
Daniel Anderson
Miss Powells
Princton
Arispe Community Notes From Swede Settlement
A Carlson was in Hennepin on business last week. Ida Magnuson tends her mother in poor health. Talks of a telephone line from Putnam arise. Galva youths visit Johnny Magnuson. Emel Christenson loses a cow valued at $50. Rev Bundergren visits from Minnesota. Ladies Aid met at Thilda Carlson’s. next at Mrs John Pierson. Ice cream supper planned at Swedish Lutheran church on Sep 22 with coffee and cake.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Carlson
Hennepin Trane
Ida Magnuson
Putnam
Galv
Johnny Magnuson
Emel Christenson
Bundergren
Minnesota
Ladies Aid Society
Thilda Carlson
John Pierson
Swedish Luthern
Griswold Injured in 2.82 Trot at Peoria
Charles H. Griswold of Milo was thrown from his sulky in the 2.82 trot at Peoria when Beulah Wilkes toppled after the half mile. He struck the track hard, a physician quickly attended him, and he remained severely hurt though conscious. His mount also suffered, and two other horses were frightened and injured as drivers were bruised.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles H. Griswold
Peoria
Milo
Beulah Wilkes
Mr Griswold
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Evang Grange
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Whitefield Corners
W. Snell
Peoria County
Moses
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Loviea Grinweld
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Homer Swift
J. Hayward
Kansas
Wm Brokaw
Neponset
Gulu Clark Mobler
Nebraska
Clements
David Rod
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South Dakota
Ed Lutes
John Anderton
Grandma Longman
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John Townley
Lash Wallin
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Carrie Baldwin
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Carrie Bajg
Aire Mary Anderson
Eva
Pleasant Anderson
Dora
Lindsay Anderson
Charles, Worthington
Hedding Coli Secale
Eddy
Ida Mery
Ida
Hedding College
Nichlas Schertz
Edwi Schertz
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Hammar
Perry Hardware
Telelephone
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