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Newspaper
Thomson Review
Location
Thomson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1922
Page
2
Lodge No 559 meets on the 13th Tuesday of each month in their hall at 7 p.m. March through September. From September 24th and 25th at 7 p.m. KL Fuller and C. H. Jenkins, Secretary.
Government proposes odium fluoride to combat poultry lice, endorsing its use for both young and old birds. The plan emphasizes ease of application, reduced cost, and protection of eggs during the critical laying period, with approvals pending.
Miss Mabel Smith returned home Wednesday from a visit with sister Mrs. Paul Holded at Mikana Wisconsin. Miss Helen Switzer of Mr. Carroll is visiting at the home of her grandparents Mr. and Mrs H A Francke and uncle Chas Switzer. Mr and Mrs Bolhous spent Wednesday in Morrison visiting her brother Dewey Hamstra. Mr Bolhous brother John accompanied them home.
Advertisement seeks handy young men for permanent work as carpenters with Master Mechanic C B Q R R Galesburg, II. Pay from 47e to 63¢ per hour based on ability and experience with overtime at time and a half after eight hours. Include instruction on saving wood and a note on a few literary quotes from Shaw.
The entomology bureau urges housewives to seal all food supplies in tight metal containers to keep ants away. Promptly remove edible items that attract children and pests. Maintain clean storage and promptly clear up spills to deter ant activity.
The article discusses Dick Whittington as a puzzling London pantomime story with claims it mirrors a former lord mayor of London and other legends. It notes variants across countries and a Persian author’s earlier writing, alongside commentary on Europe’s war material and manpower amid wartime discourse.
An airplane will visit Thomson on Monday from morning until 30 pm offering passenger flights. Buy a chance to win a free ride with a parachute drop scheduled at 7:30 p.m.
The watermelon festival planned for August 26 in this area has been canceled due to poor melon crop and conditions making a festival unwarranted this year.
The report notes Henry Ford has launched a new glass making enterprise while a strike continues. The Baptist Aid Society met at Dr Switzer's home on Wednesday and K B Carpenter and family enjoy a short stay at Sand Slough. A group plans to attend a camp meeting in Lena on Sunday and a large delegation from Thom attended the K of P county meet in Savanna on Tuesday.
Cards show Norm French enjoying life in Estes Park Wyoming. An all day Christian Aid Society session was held Wednesday in the church basement. Mrs. Sprague caring for Mrs. J. Shoemaker has returned home to Mt Carroll. Ida Frederick purchased a home in Freeport and will move soon. Winnie Holland and two Savanna friends tour the west returning Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Stewart of Rodolf were Sunday visitors to the Wm. Mitchell home. Mrs. Mame Williams of Hanover visited.
By order of Carroll County Court Illinois Herbert Peck administrator of Alexander Fye deceased announces sale of real estate July term 1922 at the West door Thomson State Bank Thomson Illinois on September 7 between 10 AM and 6 PM Lots 3 4 5 south 150 feet of block 7 French and Garen Addition Village of Thomson Carroll County Illinois Terms include a 5 month credit notes with personal security and mortgage on promised premises public notice August 3 1922
Helen, a Holstein cow from Homestead Girk De Koel, became the standout subject in a U S Department of Agriculture roughage study. By feeding pure hay silage and pasture, she produced record milk and fat yields at Beltsville and later at Montana tests, peaking at 91 pounds daily. The program, in cooperation with Montana State, plans further trials comparing roughage alone, roughage with grain, and pasture access to gauge production potential under varied diets.
The article discusses the teat as a delicate part of cow anatomy and its vital role in milking. It explains that proper teat condition influences both the quantity and quality of milk yield, noting the teat acts like a neck through which milk passes and requires careful care.
The readable fragments describe dairy herd management during heat periods and methods to reduce stress on animals. An aging man vows to aid cleaning and defense against foes, while the text mentions preserving a safe place for the herd and ensuring doors remain static and secure at night.
A garbled note discusses butter flavor and cream quality, mentioning undertones of taste and texture. The fragment hints at methods or remedies affecting cream production and ripening, suggesting a severe approach to dairy processing and taste outcomes.
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