Local Charity Event and War Work Spotlight at Nelan Home
A rally titled The Musical Revue and Lawn Fete raised funds and support for the Arlington Women's Council of National Defense at the Nelan residence. Attendees enjoyed saxophone music by Pottinger, patriotic remarks by Miss Marie O'Brien, and donations to war-related activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. J. Nelan
Arlington Women’s Council of National Defense
Pottinger
Marie O’brien
Whch
Woman’s Council of Defense
Bureau County Fair Seeks Largest Centennial Event
The sixty third annual Bureau County Fair runs September 3 to 6 with civic and educational exhibits. Officials plan a patriotic centennial observance and a large school exhibit from county schools. A military display may be secured from the government, plus boys and girls club activities in farm work and crafts. The event promises clean entertainment and 13 races over the last three days.
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Bureau County
Bureau County Agricultural Board
Smith
Springfield
Buredi County
City Revenue Forecast Tight as Debts Loom
It is unlikely the city can raise enough to cover existing debts, and no further revenue is expected until the next license period opens on November 1.
My Soldier Brother
A heartfelt World War I era poem by Felice Piatrowski to a fallen soldier brother. It recalls fighting for freedom and justice, honors comrades eleven who died, and prays for peace and a free flag to wave again in glory. The speaker vows to tell the brother in heaven of the earth’s wish for justice and unity.
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America
Fatherland
Felice Piatrowski
Consolation Derby Pace Record From 1918 Item
Consolation 2 20 pace for horses that started but have not finished first or second since August 1 1918. A 200 running one mile derby with a four hundred percent note.
LaSalle Plant Seized by Enemy Alien Property Custodian
Chicago last week A Mitchell Palmer announced the LaSalle Portland Cement Company formerly German American Portland Cement Company has been taken over by the government as enemy alien property. Fritz Worm serves as president and head of the company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
A. Mitchell Palmer
LaSalle Portland Cement Company
Portland Cement Company
Fritz Worm
War Is Not Over Yet US Persists in France Fight
The piece urges continued determination as Allied forces press a hard fighting offensive in France. It warns against complacency, notes German boasts, and calls on Americans and civilians at home to endure sacrifice and stay steadfast until complete victory is achieved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Berlin
Rhine
America
Paris
Administrator's Notice Estate of John C Reed Deceased
The administrator of the Estate of John C Reed deceased will appear before the Bureau County County Court at Princeton Court House during the September Term on the first Monday in September to adjust claims. Creditors must present claims and debtors should make immediate payments. Dated July 17, 1918.
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American Institute of Mining Engineers
Colorado
Colorado Springs
Cripple Creek
Pueblo
Leadville
Boulder
Denver
Pike’s Peak
John C. Reed
Bureau County
Court House
Princeton
Magill Likely to Enter State Superintendent Race
Hugh S. Magill Jr state centennial director plans to decide in days whether to run as a Republican for state superintendent of public instruction against Francis G Blair. He has weighed the race for some time with input from state officials and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hugh S. Magill, Jr
Monticello man circles race as others urge Magill run
Party leaders in the state press for a Magill candidacy. Charles McIntosh of Monticello has circulated petitions but will withdraw if Magill enters. Magill, state centennial director and former Princeton high school principal, draws backing from Auditor Andrew Russell and officials Brundage, Small, and Curtis, plus Cook county Brundage and Deneen factions.
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Charles McIntosh
Monticello
Magill
Princeton High School
Andrew Russel
Edward J. Brundage
Len Small
Edward C. Curtis
Grant Park
Brundage
Deneen
Cook County
Mercer Declares Candidacy for Bureau County Treasurer
T W Mercer announces his candidacy for Bureau County Treasurer subject to Republican primary voters decision. He seeks the nomination and asks support from party members.
Charles Beyer Announces Sheriff Candidacy in Bureau County
Charles Beyer announces his bid for the Republican nomination for Bureau County sheriff subject to primary voters decision. He files the declaration as a candidate and seeks party support in the upcoming election.
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Bureau County
Charles Beyer
Mystery Sweater Found After Berry Pick Near Hennepin
Margaret Donnelly reports a sweater coat found near Hennepin while berry picking Sunday. it was left at Keegan Bros. livery as an oblige.
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Hennepin
Keegan Bros. Livery
Margaret Donnelly
Blacksmith Shops in Three Cities Closed for Picnic
Notice states all blacksmith shops in LaSalle Peru and Spring Valley will close Saturday August 38rd for the Blacksmiths Annual Picnic at Webster Park Spring Valley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
LaSalle
Peru
Spring Valley
Webster Park
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Starved Rock Trail
Ottawa Business Men’s Association
John M .O’kane
Moline
Naperville
Aurora
Plano
Sandwich
Somonauk
Wedron
Ottawa
Seatonville
Hollowayville
Wyanet
Sheffield
Mineral
Anawan
Atkinson
Geneseo
Silvas
East Moline
Businessmen’s Association
Hunter-Doherty Lumber Co
Blue Gate
Heaven
Lasalle Plant
A. D. 1918
May
Blair
T. W. Mercer
DR. Olmsted
Zadjusthenys
Ampers Ly Waker
Lubbee
C. A. Mason
Syeitg Valley
Granville
E33
Tlor
Americas
NEW Industr
East ST. Paul Street
Spring Valley City
Ana
J. B. Myers
J. R. Sheridag
Brown Bros
Fehr and
Cumming
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