09 Apr 1936
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Newspaper
Thomson Review
Location
Thomson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1936
Page
1
The column surveys delayed executions amid the Lindbergh case, questions state payroll hold ups, and police pedestrian education in Rockford. It notes Democratic and Republican tensions, presidential prospects, and a campus Veterans of Future organization pressing for immediate war bonuses.
General rules set by election officials specify residency and age requirements to vote. It also lists disqualifications for primary participation, including undeclared party affiliation, signing nominating petitions for nonaffiliated candidates, and signing nominating papers for independent candidates.
Nine Carroll county residents had their old age pension applications approved by the county welfare commission in Mt. Carroll. The state now requires more detailed proofs of citizenship, with birth certificates or transcripts demanded. applicants may submit receipts proving residence. About 20 applications weekly will be investigated, with additional cases pending supplemental information.
Farm adviser cites examples of eligibility requirements and payment rates for soil-building practices under the 1926 program. Rates include 2 per acre for red clover and alfalfa, 1 for cowpeas and soybeans, 250 per acre for land or pasture, with a maximum class 2 payment up to 7 per acre for soybeans or self conserving crops. A farmer with 20 acres red clover and 20 acres alfalfa could earn about 40, with payments tied to practices.
Rural school teachers of Carroll county will meet Saturday at the Mt Carroll school. County Superintendent Law Ham Bruch will preside and Mrs Lei Tadisbean will give a talk on reading and educational topics.
Mt Carroll high school hosted the sub district music meet with Galena Savanna Mt Carroll Stockton Chadwick and Lanark earning placements and advancing to the district contest in DeKalb April 48. Galena led class B with 20 points Savanna 18 points Mt Carroll 15 Stockton 13 Lanark 5 Chadwick 17 in class CC. Individual winners included Marjorie Havens Anita Rahn James Bradbury and Janet McNerney among others with multiple schools placing in solos and choirs.
Congressman Leo Allen of Galena seeks reelection as Republican candidate in the April primaries. The letter urges support for his candidacy, praising his work in Washington and urging constituents to vote for him. He notes limited district appearances due to duties in Washington but affirms dedication to continue serving the district.
County residents are warned against betting on the primary election outcome. Officials note the statute imposes a fine up to $1,000, or jail time, or both, for anyone placing bets on an election, including wagers on vote totals or leading candidates.
A fragmented recovery of a Columabus column sketches a first time Democrat unsure of direction. It notes missteps in landing, misplacing where he had been, and continuing errors through borrowing others’ money, portraying a hazy political journey.
Residents along the river report a high flood stage Tuesday with water pushing toward the 3 s ched areas and threaten sustains. Officials note rainfall may cause another rise, with the Suspic river and nearby Plum River flooding roads south of Savanna and hampering access along Route 80. Local crews race to manage cofferdams and prevent further damage as public works crews plan talks music and games for the flood relief period.
More than 109 441 club members and leaders from Crane Carroll county communities are expected to attend a county wide 4 H club rally at Lanark High School gym tomorrow night. Farm Adviser Roske explains the meeting aims to discuss plans for the coming year and provide a time of fellowship. The event begins at 8 o'clock with group singing, county program highlights, short talks by club members, and group games led by committee members W W Langdoe Melvin Russell Lamoveaux and W.
Bank officials announce a 15 percent dividend payable Saturday with payment details and office locations for Savanna deposits. The announcement notes end of term procedures and directs customers to authorized outlets for dividend collection and related deposits.
Cervin and Sturh Rock Island architects have been chosen to prepare plans for a Mt Carroll high school addition. The project cost is about 100000 dollars with capacity for 250 pupils. Approval hinges on a potential PWA loan, not yet certain.
A Mount Carroll rally noted by local Democrats while Carroll County public schools decide against a county literary meet this year. Officials cite insufficient prep time ahead of graduation and final exams. Superintendents meet again to discuss future contests.
Applicants for an Italian conservation program were inspected in Fort Sheridan during a Wednesday morning physical exam. Those passed were sent to Fort Sheridan for conditioning. The Matvall county quota is 14.
A Mt Carroll area farm adviser denies involvement in politics and says he will not support any candidate. He notes extension work with university and state agriculture departments continues, with no campaign ties. County clerk issues primary ballots this week and will deliver them to election officials soon.
Vandermeytden appears before the circuit court and asks for more time to arrange legal counsel. State’s attorney requests a definite hearing date by February 1, but the court sets a later schedule as prosecutors and defense debate readiness. The article mixes other county updates about roads, welfare, taxes, and CCC work in Mt Carroll.
County collector reports ten percent of taxes paid to date with total figures for townships. May is expected to bring a substantial increase as back taxes are pursued. Fair Haven leads with high payments, followed by Freedom and Waslane with notable per cent gains. individual township numbers include Woolland, Shannan, Finck, and Grave among others.
WPA project workers and administrative staff will receive a two hour leave on primary day April 14 to vote. District directors were instructed to arrange the time off with pay beginning or ending the workday on all projects.
Twenty three residents of the county have applied to the county clerk for absent voters ballots. The Jetowe of appears in the readable fragment.
Churches across Carroll county prepare for Good Friday and Easter Sunday services with varied programs. Milledgeville and Savannah churches schedule morning and evening services with special music by choirs. Lanark and Mt Carroll union services, sunrise services, and homecoming programs also planned.
Plant 167000 trees in county. Camp cooperate with county soil conservation association on farms. Mentions a program, prior activity, and planned tree planting, with references to individuals and locations including Mt Carr and Port Ante. Describes land areas, dates, and staged project progress amid county conservation efforts.
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