Whiteside County faces tax and legal fund strain in era of prohibition
Whiteside County faces a debt crunch with about $6,000 in detective bills and scarce funds while some blame prohibition. Critics say State's Attorney choices weakened handling, contrasting Carroll County where Ralph Eaton has collected over $20,000 in fines. Farmers progress amid low prices and hopes for better returns. local bank dividend aids depositors. Senate inquiries in Washington spark calls for house cleaning and reform. Garden time boosts hardware and seed demand as unemployment lingers and incomes fall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Whiteside County
Board of Supervisors
Flis
Carrell County
Ralph Eaton
Carroll
Weather and Economy Reflections From a Rural Column
The column covers a stretch of mild to cold weather affecting fishermen farmers and poultry buyers. It notes assessor pressure and potential legal trouble for resisting officials while urging cooperation. Teachers face salary cuts and banks are urged to take safer financial steps amid hard times.
Local Events Of Years Ago in Thomson Area
Local notes recount visits by Mrs Ray Rupple Miss Ellen Melendy and families from Clinton to Thomson. baby Mildred Leong born. card parties hosted by Catholic church and St Peter's church. May 14 entertainment by Live Wire Class. various travels and illnesses among residents. retirement mayor RD Bennett hosts village board gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St Peter's
Cochran’s ‘Hall
Methodist S. 5
Jokes References and Hamlet Rant During Savannah Chat
Fragmented dialogue shows a seating quip and misheard lines about Hamlet. A dentist cites a scheduling clash while a golf bag is packed. The exchange ends with playful banter about a diamond company and a failed impression.
Local banks and buy local campaigns weigh in
Town reports and tax concerns dominate reader mail as residents question spending and value. Banking groups push sound policies, shoppers urged to buy home products, and Savanna theater reduces admissions while promising quality films amid tax debates and editor feuds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lanark Gazette
Sixth Grade Girl Wins Carroll County Spelling Title
Lateille Moll, 11, of General School Cherny Grover Township, won the Carroll County spelling championship Thursday night at Mt Terre, beating seven other contestants including Wilbernet Partridge. She earned a trip to Washington with all expenses paid by Rockford Star Hopister Gazette and faces further state competition next month if she prevails locally.
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Lateille Mall
Cherny Grover
Mirrell
Alen
Washington
Rockford Marine Star
Father Kness
Ste A
Wilbrent Partridge
Elkhorn Grove
Mt Terre
Moll
Springfield
Ito
Washington, D. C
Ducille
Wallace
Chadwick
Kepber
Miss Moll
M. P. Roske
Alice Switzer
Dorothy Slick
Jeanette Nichols
Leach
Edwards
Larille
iMartha Ashby
Cou
Diciplivarian
Donald Hisseller Wen
Miss Edwards
Old Mill Park to Open Sunday May First
Plans call for Old Mill Park to officially reopen Sunday May 1 as announced by FL H Jenks. A crew of twelve has prepared the grounds for summer with removal of entrance barriers, leaf raking and shrub trimming. Tennis courts and Weid mans field are being prepared for extensive ball games with a special crew on site to shape the play areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Old Mil Park
FL H. Jenks
Dresden
Peark
Lamar
Weidmans Field
Susy
Lanark area notes at Shannon school event and local news
The Shannon high school and Lanark area item list a Saturday reception at the Shannon school gym with Mrs Hennie Hicke and others, remarks on attendees from Rockford and Rock area towns, a winner in a spelling contest receiving a medal and trip to Springfield, and updates on local residents including teachers, students, and officials. Details cover school elections at Argo, local visits to Freeport, and changes in road cement projects plus notes on dentists, health, and a funeral at Lanark cemetery.
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Java
Luagely
Teotark
Knapp Mae
Chase
Bs Tee
Ronald Hi Hanger
Mayrd Lintsay
Keoneneth
Robert Morris
Kensal Hote
Kenneth Seiler
Choatrouch
Elizabeth Hendyck
Hennie Hickewind
Shannon High School
Nasman Diehl
Clinton
Glyde Seiler
Savant
Averge Seiler
Walter Ford
Cann Zon
Near Faure
Ole
Ib Nis
Mot
Escher Knoss
Straw School
Charis Moll
Shannon
Tarrell Casey
Zipe
St. Francis
Emmerson
Eee Ae
Argo
Rudolph Holm
Henry Stoner
Sharpe Carroll
Fred Ken Fon
Cecil Mitchell
Albert Walter
Condensary
France
Wilbur Williams
Wilbur Hall
Will Smith
Adam Kness
Nina Kenyon
Scotsman Requests One Last Plea Before Death
A dying Scotsman in a London hospital asks a nurse to grant his final wish. He says he would like to hear bagpipes before death. A piper visits the ward and plays, and the man recovers, while the other patients listen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Morgan
Ebner
Harry
Agin
Scothman
London Hospital
Tramp Asked Pudding Promise From Nervous Woman
A stray man confronted a nervous woman asking for a piece of pudding in exchange for not returning. The exchange underlines a troubling encounter as the tramp pressed his demand while the woman remained unsettled.
Lecturer Rates Spiritus Life vs Materiel Life Outcome
A lecturer measures impact by the increase in income generated when his eloquence elevates interest in Spiritus Life over Materiel Life. The study assesses how persuasive discourse translates into financial gain and reputational advantage.
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Clark H. Warfield
First National Bank
F. L
Senate
Robert Ingersoll
Om Deere
Arlington Cemetery
D. C
Mac
Amry
Roy
Bar Decker
Clinvns
Wiliam J. Rathje
MyCity Trust and Saving Bank
Chicago
Siinois Bankers’ Association
Dace Dener Health
Franklin TD. Roosevelt
New York State
Frank
Lowden
Sinnissippi
Oregon
Mariners
Mely
Ray Rupple
Sehanl Dinewtoar
Sandridge Wheels
Mrs. Harrington of
Clineton
Thomson
OC. Griswold Home
Mr. Francke
Center
Hertha Francke
Parent Teachers Association
Ellen Melendy
Mrs. G. XN. Melendy
Wayne Nason
Vertice
B.C
Ben Marno
Fulton
Mr. and
Jee Morgan
Henry St. Ores
Mildred Leong
Ibarn Haat
S. C. Carpenter
Excelsior Springs
Missouri
Paul Haywood
Camp Mills
James Greighton
Clifton Bennett
Bertha Alexander
States
H. 8. Peck
Our, City
Sadie Dunshee
Mt. Carroll
Hot Springs
Excelsor, Mo
Mrs. Allen Witmer
Hazel
C. C. Griswold
Agatha Hospital
Oscar
Aupes
W. J. McCoy
Aledo
Miss Helen
Julesburg
Colo
Helen
RD. Bennett
Mr. Bennett
Savannah
Repir
Corre
Rey
Andros
Hitness Bankers Association
Witness Bankers Association
Illinois
Ban
Web
Savanna
Frank Goldquist
Feezer
Feexer
Strail
Small
Ackler
Stransky
Lanark
Custer
Cal
Carroll County
P. Roske
Heise
Chinhwiks
Fru Holster
Lauren Win
Wachangton
Mass
Fromthen Rach
Banarky
Ruth Berron
Emly Turnbiwgh
Gabe Fell
Ruth Carroll
Thommen
Wis
Isthor Sebmaling
Highory Grove
St. Ores
Wither Schmahng
Val
Gene Clube
Cubs
Setuday
Enberrand
Parm
aBed
Globe
Deb
C. W. Coazens
Miedgeville
W. W. Gangdae
Chas
Rodermel
W. J. Warnock
Mf. Carroll
Rush Carroll
Old Mill Park
G. E. Guenzler
Main Street
Bankers' Life
John L. Brearton
Savanna,llinois
Savanna Cleaners
Savanna Cleaners and Dyers Inc
Mos
Speltan
Holiead
Atherton
Thommen Aias
Fred S. Smifh
MT_ CARROLL
Prattice
U.S
Blackhawk Produce Co
Lavark
Bill Wilson
Kea
Conomy Ae Store
Savewaa, IM
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