30 Apr 1936
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Newspaper
Thomson Review
Location
Thomson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1936
Page
1
A fragmented voter debate mixes party shifts and Supreme Court actions. Mentions Governor Landon and Knox with urban papers and Hearst ties. Reports entomologist findings on drought pests near Vampiro and a Thomson merchant's 65-year career ending.
Local party meetings in Mt Carrell and Savanna elected new leaders and chose delegates to the state conventions. Republican chairman R Lowman defeated Irwin Berg. L Sherlock became Democratic chair in Savanna. J Sullivan and Grover Reddington were named secretary and treasurer for Democrats. May 22 set for state conventions with listed delegates and alternates.
Frances Shimer students gain rural school teaching posts. M Venila Sweitzer, daughter of Mir tad Pts, will teach at Preston Teairin ehand in Wise trier Gd. Miss lise bia don of Wadker will teach the freeding school in Dis treh 25. Many changes occur in Garrall sovtiv's piosil school system as Mr. Bra di Gates and others offer positions to current and new teachers amid staffing shifts.
Office force declares a large number of applicants for pension 469 will face a disappointing outcome. Officials warn the volume creates a heavy workload and potential delays in processing.
Frederick Seymour Wheeler 74 longtime chairman of Amur Nan Can Company died at his New York home Friday night April 24. He led a life linked to public welfare and business, with a son Arthur and wife Charlotte Patman. his death follows a career in industry and local governance. The article also reports county pension and tax details, noting 42 applications approved so far and Carroll County tax receipts totaling 96,450.43 with a June 1 deadline for first installments.
A woodland township farm dwelling burned Sunday morning as five o'clock approached. Firefighters could not stop the blaze and a Mrs Usry and her mother perished inside while attempting to save valuables. A daughter escaped to summon help, and nearby buildings including a brooder house were moved or saved. The loss was estimated around four thousand dollars, reportedly covered by insurance.
Representatives from Carroll County Woman's clubs attended the Chadwick gathering held Thursday at the First Evangelical Lutheran church. The Lanark Merry Circle listed Mrs Clarey Heinbaugh and several members, while Shannon, Milledgeville, and Milledgeville women are named with participant lists and club affiliations.
A man was injured near Chadwick last Wednesday afternoon when his vehicle left the road at the Chisholm curve. Dr. Sword treated him on scene and he was taken by ambulance to Morrison hospital with shock and chest soreness reported by hospital authorities.
The Sear will host the Frances Shimer Junior College swimming meet Saturday evening May 2 at 8 o clock. In addition to usual events such as relay breaststroke and backstroke there will be a special demonstration by Rod Cutter of the Peoria County Club Seimmiac Fram. Cutter, former freshman team member at the University of Illinois, is noted for multiple conference placings and diving demonstrations. Public admission will be charged for a limited audience of children.
The Review is short handed due to influenza with AL and Rawlins at home and Kenneth Whitney also off. Many people countywide report light summer flu like colds. Wednesday attendance affected.
Audit sheets on final CH payments are expected to be processed within a week in Carroll County. About Sus. AAS is due to farmers who cooperated in the 135 precincts, including the second half of payments and a 20 cent per acre credit for corn reduction. Administration costs exceed 2 percent, about $8 per contract, slightly below state average. Carrell committee members Glen Rickel, Ka Vauphin, Dan Weidman, and Ward Weidman report work complete in Mt Carrell township with others to finish soon. Rain welcomed countywide after a dry spell. farmers celebrate the wet spell.
Buyers of cream statewide are warned under the 1986 Tfinvis Dairy and Food Law that adulterated cream or cream with objectionable contents is illegal. The Department will prosecute sellers and buyers who offer or purchase nonconforming cream. records of producers and rejections must be kept.
Transfer records show Elabed GC Schronpel conveying Lot 1 in Mount Carrell RO & T's ist add to Hazel Martman. Details indicate a single parcel transaction with customary conveyance phrasing in the era.
Mrs F J Steansky is named president of the Savanna Hospital club as part of ongoing local governance. Probate action proceeds as Will of E P Bowen is admitted by Judge Grove on Monday in county records.
Ten editors from Stephenson, Daviess, Carroll and Ogle counties attend a meeting at the Freeport hotel. Leaders include Mayor Heriman of Mt Carroll and Dr. Lawrence Isenhart health officer, with Donald L. Reed outlining topics. Proceeds from a Savanna Lions Club musical to aid City hospital equipment.
Mrs. PF J Stransky is named president of the Savanna Hospital Club at a meeting held last week in Savanna. Other officers include Mrs Ale Litetime president and Mrs J de Machen vice president. R G Fuller serves as treasurer and WL Stark as chairman of the nominating committee. The club reports paid members and plans a larger membership drive. A marriage license was issued Saturday to Jaurez of Storitt and Joana De Abla of Savanna.
The Savanna Lions Club will stage Leap Year Follies a musical 22 scene production to aid the city hospital with all proceeds for needed equipment. Cast includes numerous local business leaders and professionals with rehearsals underway for a Monday and Tuesday show in Savanna, timing and venue details uncertain.
Warne Murphy, 22, narrowly escaped serious injuries Tuesday afternoon when his Oldsmobile coach was struck by a moving box car at the Milwaukee tracks crossing west of Main Street and Chicago Avenue. The auto was pushed along the tracks for 16 feet before the train stopped. Murphy did not notice the approaching car, though switchman Pern Rowinat attempted to warn him.
Almost 500 aid applications have been received at the Public Welfare Commission offices. Forty-two are approved. A farm home owned by Ray Smith in Woodland township was destroyed by fire Sunday morning. The occupant was rescued using a ladder.
A large crowd gathered as Col Fred Reppert of Decatur Ind presided at a horse sale near noon. Weber, veteran breeder, retired after selling a fine stock of horses, and Glen King fetched the high bid of $630, with Brock and Chadwick listed among bidders. attendance was strong though not as large as hoped.
Teachers of Mt Carroll obtain new contracts amid staff vacancies. Departure of sixth grade instructor noted as vacancy grows. Names such as Grove and Warrick tied to recent staffing shifts, with science and math positions emphasized.
Fragmented OCR note reports P Bowen Wise admitted to trobate on Monday with unclear surrounding text. Mentions Best Sarayna and food terms. overall readability is limited and names may be uncertain.
Semenaries from the various posts. Taenrhent the county attended a meeting of the Carrell County Council of the American Legion held at Milledgeville on Friday night. Thomas Dilfonderfer, county commander of Lanark, presided. The principal speaker of the era Rh archer CR ay F Lar.
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