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Newspaper
Thomson Review
Location
Thomson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1948
Page
3
Vignette style item describes community rumors and everyday details from Thomson Illinois. Notes on Mildred Davis engagement, local schools, Shutters Pet House, pet cats and dogs, garden blooms, and small plans for summer activities. Includes playful asides about local figures and daily routines.
The Woman's club sponsors a rummage and food sale on Saturday May 1 starting at 10 at the Sack and McBride building, former Youth Center site. Donations urged, with food led by Mrs Otto Switzer and rummage by Mrs Gerald Brown. unsold items go to the Salvation Army.
Members of Thomson high and grade schools presented a musical program at the local high school gym last Monday night under band instructor John Graham and pianist and vocal coach Mrs. John Graham. Pupils, many new to instruction this year, showed strong progress and cooperation with teachers. The event highlighted the value of music education in the community and the growing availability of instruction across instruments, piano, and voice with hopes to continue next year. Noah Green, 55, of Cleveland Ohio, an engineer on the B and O railroad and cousin to Eli Cochran, died suddenly, and his relatives Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hogg have been notified.
The two area churches announce morning worship at 10:00 and 11:00 with Sunday school led by Superintendent Herbert St. Ores and minister Thomas B. Cleworth. Activities include a Woman's Bible class, a ladies’ aid meeting, and discussions on Zechariah Pleads for Righteousness.
Church notices list Sunday school at Thomson 10 and morning worship 11, Argo evening worship 7 30, with sermon text quoting Thou hast loved righteousness and hated iniquity. A moral lesson on attitude versus action and the aim of Christian nurture in shaping conduct.
Federal Reserve call yields Thomson State Bank of Thomson Illinois with assets totaling 719 031 95 and deposits 672 622 62. Directors Roy Heitman G A Smith and Margaret S Heusinkveld sign with president B J Clikeman confirming accuracy.
Changes in schedules of mail trains serving Thomson become effective Monday April 26 per Burlington agent Charles Kettler. Train No 47 arriving Thomson at 1120 p m will shift to 1205 a m, 45 minutes later, and Train No R arriving here at 534 a m will move to 620 a m.
York Community High School to keep players in shape this summer with baskets and boards provided by students and staff. Coach Munson prepared basket dimensions and will distribute the plan to grade students. town board supports installing hoops in the park for the season.
Town residents are urged to contribute to a local paper drive near the bank as the Legion plans a Homeright project. A list of requested items includes a 62 gallon Sun Beam Mixmaster, electric Rheem water heater, a THOR washing machine, a Kalamazoo kitchen item, a Black and Decker tool, and various farm and household goods.
Students discuss Thomsen led remodeling plans for the hyn hool. They favor lockers in both shower rooms to reduce book loss and improve post game and gym class routines. The proposal also realigns corridors to cut steps and ease events at basements, while preserving the school as a community center.
Sealed proposals are being received for Mail Messenger Service between the Post Office at Thomson Illinois and the C B and Q depot. Solicitation invites bids from carriers for daily pickup and delivery routes with specified service requirements and completion timelines.
All boys interested in 1 l work with a project urged to attend the Thomson 4 H hub reorganiza tion meeting on Tuesday April 27 at 7 39 p m in the high school district No 77. District No 77 will receive sealed bids for mowing the school yards with two bid options and bids must be received by May 21. Paper drive canceled April 24 to fund a new walk in refrigerator at Canyon Camp. J M Elliott Scoutmaster.
A public meeting urged York Town residents to vote May 10 on financing for a high school expansion to meet accreditation standards. Architect studies and costs were presented, with the plan backed by the local American Legion Post 1025.
The Golden Rule class of the Baptist church met at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ihbert Carroll with Melvin Marshall assisting. The program included songs, prayer, talks, and a piano solo by Barbara Gillespie, followed by refreshments. Other club reports note T N T meeting plans, 500 Card Club prizes, A W O L novel party, and W S C social events with members and visiting guests.
George Housenga was admitted to Morrison hospital Saturday for ud medical care. Danny Wiebenga is ill with measles. Thomas M. Hand entered Mercy hospital Wednesday for observation and x rays, underwent surgery Saturday morning and is recovering satisfactorily. Carol Schultz of Davenport is ill with impasles, formerly Iris Martindale of Thomson. Fred Appel suffered a stroke last week and is slightly improved. Myron Tibbits injured his right hand Monday using a power saw at Potter Bros. elevator.
Miss Mary Isabel Wagner becomes bride of John W. Root in a 2:30 PM ceremony at Mt. Carroll Methodist parsonage with Rev. Frank Countryman officiating. Attendants included Earl Root of Savanna. The couple, both from Thomson area, plan a wedding trip to Winona and St Paul before settling in Thomson.
Noah Sweitzer reports Sandridge and nearby changes as large growers like Paul McGinnis lease from Dan Smith for melons. The region sees rapid real estate transfers with Olson of Savanna and various local residents visiting or moving. Names include Casey Carey Bettendorf contractors, Orrie Rutherford returning, and families from Chestnut, Morrison, and Daveneport with plans to settle by June 1.
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