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Newspaper
Spring Valley Gazette
Location
Spring Valley, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1920
Page
7
Rev Sunico Uesigi of Chicago University shared a compelling tale of moving from Buddhism to Christianity during Sunday service at Oquir Congregational Church. Next week the sermon will tackle the theme Grappling with Giants.
The June 27 service marked the end of the conference year with a well attended Sunday school and a story from a Japanese Chicago University student about his life and conversion. Pastor Jones announced he will focus on New Lenox Camp Meeting duties this summer and a replacement from Evanston will lead next Sunday services.
A spectacular fire last week damaged St Anthony's Catholic church in Streator, with estimates from five to six thousand dollars. The 137 foot tower was over half destroyed before flames were checked as workers using kerosene lit candles cleaned the clock top. The workers escaped unharmed as hundreds watched.
The Home Service A R C urges men to apply for disability compensation under the War Risk Act. Those discharged before October 6 1917 or with in service disabilities should file promptly to obtain medical records proving service connection. Even disabilities under ten percent merit filing to secure a medical record and the five year window for claims.
Edward Franken proprietor of a La Salle buffet was taken into custody by Sheriff Ayers after liquor was seized from the bar. He was arraigned before Justice Koenig in Ottawa, granted five days' delay, and released on $500 bond.
Note for bids from the City of Spring Valley announces sealed proposals due by Saturday July 3 1920 for a ton and a half fire department truck with electric lights and starter. City reserves the right to reject any or all bids. P M Mahoney City Clerk.
Water rents and meter payments are now due and payable at the office of the city clerk.
In Durango Mexico a deadly desert corridor beyond seventy five by fifty miles hosts myriads of alabrane scorpions. The city pays a small bounty for each dead scorpion, and about 100000 are killed annually. People farm colonies of the pests for sale, and children suffer high mortality from stings.
London scientist Prof Maxwell Lefroy warns that mosquitoes from Brazil and pests like house-flies and lice could spread yellow fever cholera and typhus in enemy territory. He envisions an entomologist war office planning airlifted dissemination as a new offense and peace time danger.
United States Department of Agriculture officials say gas bombs from planes cannot extinguish forest fires. They note even highly concentrated poisons would fail to quench a conflagration and warn that precise targeting is not achievable.
Effective May 23 1920 express service operates on all cars at low rates. Westbound cars depart Spring Valley for Hicks Junction Ladd and towns with listed AM and PM times. Eastbound routes from Spring Valley serve Peru LaSalle Ottawa Streator Marseilles Seneca Morris Joliet with multiple local and limited trips. Limited means station stops only. Always buy tickets and save money. Don’t fail to visit Starved Rock State Park.
A simple cheap method uses bran bait with arsenic and lemon juice. Mix 25 pounds bran 1 pound green or white arsenic 6 lemons 2 quarts molasses and scatter over fields. Success depends on neighboring farms cooperating to prevent re invasion.
A historical note explains the phrase horse and horse as a measure of equality in dice games, where each contestant has one winning throw credited. The description focuses on equal chances and shared outcomes in the contest.
A London cafe attendant invents a combination lock system to encircle an umbrella and prevent unauthorized opening. The device aims to deter theft by anyone lacking the correct combination.
Monahan Confectanery on Greenwood and Dakota Streets operates from 9 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. daily, inviting customers to visit for sweets and treats.
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