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Newspaper
Thomson Review
Location
Thomson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1926
Page
7
George Strubb, longtime Thomson melon grower and former large acre producer, recalls 160 acres of melons in 1899 and a hail disaster that wiped out most yields. He details early farming roots on sod land, methods, and a Chicago commission link, plus his later ventures and village notoriety.
A note invites readers to a melon stand four blocks south of Main Street in Thomson on the Fulton road selling watermelons described as the finest. The ad claims the melons are popular with southern workers and promises a strong, fresh offer for buyers thirsty for ripe fruit.
Dee stores four blocks south of Main Street on Fulton Road under the banner WE RAISE THEM BIG. Thomson reports a bold local business stance and a slogan aimed at drawing customers amid street corner commerce.
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