Family Reunion Gathers Starretts in Pekin Park
Children and grandchildren of Mr and Mrs Ray Starrett met at Pekin Park on Sunday for the annual family picnic and to celebrate August birthdays. Attendees included Lightbody Glas ford Roy Wilson Harvey Starrett and families, Burton Hasselburg and family, Chad Star rett and family, John Starrett and sons, all of Pekin or Peoria.
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Ray Starrett
Pekin Park
Lightbody
Glasford
Roy Wilson
Harvey Starrett
Pekin
Burton Hasselburg
Peoria
Chad Starrett
John Starrett
Family Dinners Hosted by Mr and Mrs Meeker
Mr and Mrs John Meeker hosted Folbert Maas family members at their home for a Sunday noon meal. Attending were Roland Maas James Gloria Jean and Carol with Folbert Maas Sam Schmidtgal Marcia and Micheal. Supper guests included Robert Maas and family from Peoria and Russell Maas plus Randy and Kamela Jo.
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John Meeker
Folbert Maas
Roland Maas
James Gloria Jean
Carol
Lexington
Sam Schmidtgal
Marcia
Micheal
Robert Maas
Peoria
Russell Maas
Randy
Kamela Jo
Mrs Kate Heyl Visited Hopedale Hosts for Feasting
Mrs Kate Heyl was welcomed at the home of Mr and Mrs Earl Schertz in Hopedale on Sunday Aug 9 for a day of feasting and visiting. Attending were Mr and Mrs Frank Warnock Mr and Mrs Schrmer Heyl and son Roger Peoria Mr and Mrs Lewis Strawbridge Norman and Ruth Tremont Misses Alta Mae and Evelyn Parr Green Valley Mr and Mrs George Heyl and family Mr and Mrs John Starrett and sons and Mrs Kate Heyl and Frieda of Manito.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kate Heyl
Earl Schertz
Hopedale
Frank Warnock
fHrmer Heyl
Roger
Peoria
Lewis Strawbridge
Norman
Ruth
Tremont
Alta Mae
Evelyn Parr
Green Valley
George Heyl
John Starrett
Frieda
Manito
Illinois forecasts show record corn crop and bean surplus
Illinois forecasts from state and federal agriculture agencies predict a corn yield of 627 million bushels the second largest in state history. Oats totaling 117 million bushels and soybeans near 87 million bushels are also projected with Indiana far behind in soybean production. At Stateville prison volunteers will be used as subjects in medical transfusion experiments to study reactions and blood compatibility.
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Federal
Departments of Agricultural
Illinois
Prairie State
Indiana
Stateville
Illinois State Penitentiary
Auto and Motorcycle Race Days Set for 1953 Illinois State Fair
The final two days of the Illinois State Fair feature auto and motorcycle races. On Saturday August 22 the 100 mile AAA dirt track auto race will be held. On Sunday August 23 motorcycle speed contests headline the program.
Illinois Workmen's Compensation Payouts Reach Record 1952 Total
The state Department of Labor reports Illinois employers paid a record $20,361,369 in workmen's compensation benefits in 1952. This sum covered 45,567 on the job injury cases, reflecting a high level of injury claims and employer obligations.
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State Department of Labor
Illinois
Illinois buys 750 acres for migratory waterfowl refuge
The state Department of Conservation acquired 750 acres in Lake county's Chain O Lakes district for a waterfowl refuge. Director Glen D. Palmer says the marshy tract with Grass Lake shoreline fits a long range plan to preserve ducks and geese longer each season, improving hunting for local anglers.
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State Department of Conservation
Chain O'Lakes District
Lake County
Grass Lake
Glen D. Palmer
Illinois
Chain O’lakes
Horicon Marsh
Wisconsin
Palmer
Squeak Stopper Promises Quiet Car Doors
A new Permatex rubber isolation product reduces car door squeaks by silencing hinges and latches. The chemical solution, described by Permatex chemists, grips metal and seals rubber, aiming to minimize traffic noise and vibration in everyday vehicle use.
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Doroth
Sheepshead Bay
Illinois hunters may apply for fall public shooting grounds
Illinois sportsmen may obtain application blanks for fall public shooting grounds by writing to the Permit Office in Springfield. Applications accepted Sept 1 through Sept 25. Six pheasant grounds and seven duck and goose areas will be available, with Clinton county and Stump Patch sites highlighted. advance permits not required at Clinton county or Stump Patch and Langanois grounds.
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Illinois
Division of Game Management
Monroe St
Springfield
Clinton County
Carlyle
Stump Patch
Illinois River
Grafton
Langanois
Advertisers Use Lamp Posts to Promote Ice Vogues
In Mason City last week bill posters clipped an attractive car as advertising the Ice Vogues at the Illinois State Fair on numerous lamp posts in the business district. The signs were noticed by many residents and passersby.
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Mason City
Bill
Debate over bill poster rules in Springfield questions civic projects
The Mason City Banner Times notes concerns about whether bill posters unions or Springfield officials would permit the same advertising method. It argues approval should come only for local civic projects and welcomes removal of signs.
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Bill Posters Union
Springfield
Mason City
Delayed Tasks Echo the Need for Prompt Action
A compact reflection notes that procrastination wastes time and underscores the value of timely completion. The aphorism suggests that tasks deferred often miss their optimal window and justify immediate effort.
Run-Proof Holidays Pack A Spare With Each Pair
A travel tip urges packing a spare stocking for each pair of sheer nylons. Enclose stockings to protect from zippers, wash after wear, and reuse as fresh. Buy three pairs for $1.00 plus Rinso box tops via Nylons Albemarle NC. Carry a spare in your handbag for quick fixes during tours.
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T’s
Albemarle
N. C
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Wadsworth
Elgin National Watch Co
Weex
Illinois State News
Pekin, Illinois
Ford
F.D.A.F
Bender’s Sales & Service
Manito, Illinois
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