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Newspaper
Manito Community Express
Location
Manito, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1952
Page
12
James B. Whitaker, long involved in civic life, passed away after services at the Federated Church in Forest City. He was known for his commitment to community duty and public service.
Carl Whitaker a devoted farmer church member and community leader died age remembered for pioneering alfalfa growing in Forest City and his work with Farm Bureau and local shipping and drainage groups. He leaves two sons two daughters sixteen grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren. Funeral services were held at Forest City Baptist Church with burial in Pleasant Hill Cemetery.
Announcement for agricultural supplies including 12 tons ammonium sulphate hot sold and 60 percent or stronger potash arriving soon. Mason Co. Service advertises immediate service and weather permitting. Contact Kenneth Ambrust or Carl Wilcoxson for sales and Roberta Marquardt for income tax appointments at phone 186.
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