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Newspaper
Morris Daily Herald
Location
Morris, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1960
Page
4
A questionnaire asks men to evaluate their marriage by questioning how they share finances support home duties and social activities. It challenges readers to reflect on nagging over chores communication and respect within the partnership.
The 137th annual Methodist Illinois conference in Bloomington announced several ministerial transfers. Kenneth L. Burres moves Braceville to the Kansas conference while Jerald Barnhart shifts from Nilwood Rural New Hope to Braceville. Fred Stolzembach goes Verona to Champaign Association First and James Burcham replaces him in Verona. Chester E. Sheldon moves Dwight to Woodside Springfield and is replaced by the new appointee.
A compact list of crossword style clues covers topics from Egyptian and Greek deities to currency and everyday items. Includes hints like goddess of Egypt, a syndromic suffix for killer, and a second-hand deal, shaping a themed word game.
The Wauponsee Handy Anns 4H club met Thursday afternoon with two guests Sharon Mine rich and Sandra Lockwood. Presentations covered Basic Rules in Giving First Aid Germs and Good Grooming for the Hair. Mrs Ryder Phillips and Henderson assisted with project books, recreation was led by Rhea Chouinard, and treats were served by Kathy Entwistle Julie McLaughlin and Mary Ann Mc Neeley. Karen Zingre reported.
Gideon Carlson from Woodside church moves to Dwight. Other ministers in the Illinois conference serving churches in the southern portions of the county remain unchanged.
HAL BOYLE surveys quirky truths from aging Americans to travel risks and bullfighters earnings. Notes that many elderly live on small incomes, Spain’s matadors earn high wages, and myths about danger and luck persist. He cites age, income, and cultural quirks with wit.
A new National Cowboy Hall of Fame near Oklahoma City will honor Will Rogers Sam Houston Theodore Roosevelt Brigham Young Tom Mix and William F Buffalo Bill Cody with a commemorative facility.
A calendar of past events notes marriages in Morris and nearby towns, reunions and anniversaries. It cites Fay D Clover Kay D Loach Carol Ann Kennedy Jerry Wayne Jones Bertha Anderson John L Hill Janet Barger Harold Knibbs Evangeline Hagen and Kathryn Hansen, with local venues and dates. It also mentions Little League schedules and a flower sale for the Brotherhood for the Blind.
South Wilmington members of the VFW post met and completed plans for the annual home coming program scheduled June 15 to 19. Briefs note Mrs. Eugene Finn hospital patient in Joliet St. Joseph hospital and Mr. and Mrs. Henry Lewis visiting relatives in Grand Forks North Dakota. The Thames River length is listed as 215 miles.
The Morris Boat Club on the Illinois river east of Morris suffered about 2000 in damage when the tug The Rand of Mississippi Valley Barge Lines struck the docks. Three wing docks and replanked structures were demolished. The Rand denied knowledge but will send a representative to investigate. A prior tow by The Weir caused additional, smaller damages absorbed by the club.
A historical quotation attributes to Disraeli the idea that assassination has never altered world history, signaling a reflective view on political violence and its lasting impact. The remark frames assassination as a constant yet ineffectual force in shaping events.
News of rising steel and auto output and lower discount rates boosts expectations for the year. Federal action and defense spending proposals add to the optimistic mood while consumer spending and stock activity show gains across major sectors.
The Carrie Campbell Past Matrons club held its annual potluck picnic at the home of Mrs. Alvin Burkhart with Miss Myrtle Misener assisting. A short business session and impromptu program followed. wild flowers were named for roll call. Next meeting set for Aug. 11 at Mrs. Donald Misener's home.
The Merry Goodfarm Maidens 4-H club toured sites in Dwight including Faiths Dwight Locker Dwight Greenhouses and Spice and Span Cleaners with lunch served. Joyce Hoffman Sue Drechsel and Elizabeth Hoffman served on the tour committee. The Goodfarm Consolidated Grade school seventh graders hosted an eighth grade turkey supper with a meal committee and dancing after. Mr and Mrs Darwin Tweedt attended as special guests.
A detailed prime time and overnight lineup lists 6:00 P.M. through 1:50 A.M. programs across channels including News, Weather, Entertainment, and drama. Notable items include Bon Voyage at 10:00 P.M. with Movietime U.S.A. and late news blocks featuring News and Weather contrasts.
A new healing substance Bio-Dyne offers a non surgical treatment for hemorrhoids. It reportedly reduces swelling relieves itching and pain with cases of shrinkage and statements of piles no longer being a problem. Available as suppository or ointment under the brand Pr with money back guarantee and doctor guidance.
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