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Newspaper
Spring Valley Gazette
Location
Spring Valley, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1918
Page
1
Spain and England report a rise in tuberculosis after influenza. The article urges convalescents to have monthly lung exams, avoid self diagnosis, and rely on doctors. It warns against patent medicines and promotes fresh air, good diet, and steady living to strengthen health.
Washington report to the Public Health Service notes influenza in Spain has raised tuberculosis deaths and prevalence. Rupert Blue urges precautions as many Americans have weakened lungs, with about one million TB cases suspected nationwide and 35,000+ in New York City. Early detection, good nutrition, fresh air, and physician exams are advised. avoid patent medicines.
Commissioner Davie and others clashed at a Monday night meeting over coal purchases for the pumping station. A $1200 bill to Spring Valley Coal Co was allowed. Doyle urged buying in carload lots at government prices, projecting monthly savings above $80, and favoring lump coal over wash coal, but the motion stalled with no second.
Bernice Bergeh of Ladd and Stanley Atari of Chicago were arrested in a Chicago hotel by Chief Det. James J. Mooney after the parents notified authorities. The 15 year old girl alleges marriage in a letter, while Atari faces rape charges. inquiry continues.
William Allen Moss of East Moline confessed to stealing a horse and buggy taken from Depue H. He said he borrowed his employer Christian's horse to go to town on Thanksgiving day and traded parts along the route through Bureau, Peoria, and Pekin. The arse was found in front of the Capitol Theatre in Pekin last Wednesday night.
Lovell Ellington and Sergeant James S Bruce were married in Chicago after Bruce arrived Thursday night and a license was obtained. The couple met on Michigan Avenue about two weeks earlier and stayed in a hotel for five days before the groom returned to his station.
A Spring Valley Gazette editor Carl B. Anholz faces a charge of being pro German but presents letters from local men denying the accusation. The piece includes endorsements from Liberty Loan, Red Cross, and exemption board officials praising his patriotic work and support for war bonds and public notices.
The Immaculate Conception church in Spring Valley was dedicated last Thursday with Bishop E M Dunne of Peoria presiding. Despite heavy rain a large parade and clergy welcomed the bishop, Solemn High Mass followed by a dedicatory sermon, and multiple visiting clergy offered praise for the new church and its completion.
A note invites residents to attend all church services on Thanksgiving, welcoming everyone to join in prayer and fellowship.
Officer Earl Simpson at the Bureau reports a deserter from Camp Custer, Earl Reynolds, was brought to the county jail for later proceedings. Sheriff Skoglund sought escort details from Camp Custer, which planned to send an escort for the return to service. Reynolds admitted leaving without permission and faces court action.
Thieves entered the Ladd jewelry shop through the basement Monday night and escaped with about 1500 in jewelry. Ottawa bloodhounds traced the scene, but no crew has been found as of yesterday when the proprietor opened the store.
We thank neighbors and friends for sympathy and assistance in our bereavement. We also thank the K of P Lodge Mr Irving the Grant School Teachers Miss Jason for their offerings. Mrs Emma Phillips and family.
Letters commend Carl B Anholz editor of the Spi Valley Gazette for publishing food conservation articles without charge and for promoting Polish Relief Work. Messages from Wm Hawthorn Local Food Administrator JC Litterly and Rev Joseph Ctesla praise his dedication to keeping news accessible for servicemen and community drives.
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