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Newspaper
Thomson Review
Location
Thomson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1933
Page
2
Fre Thomson Review notes an 1879 Act filing at Thomson Ulnoi with Foster L. Stagg as publisher and MG as business manager. The office of publication is Thomao, issued weekly each Thursday, with a yearly subscription of $1.50.
Local notes recount community life in Indiana including Than and Norm French visiting Thomson and Mt Carrol, bank and tax discussions, farm talks, and social scenes featuring Bilal Peek, Glenview dining, and Carroll County events. The column highlights business, agriculture, and civic notes with multiple names and places.
Weather delays hindered the public sale in town. Jerry Blayne and others planned items for display but persistent wind and rain postponed events. Officials warned buyers to watch for rescheduled dates as conditions improved.
Clifford Coun of Shannon, aged 13, pleaded guilty to a larceny charge before Judge Grove. Aiming to reform, he was placed on probation. The article weaves local political and social commentary with community concerns, mentioning the county jail incident and opinions on governance and public morals.
A 1932 campaign platform urges Buy American merchandise, cuts in county taxes by 200000, urges economy in village town school and county expenditures, asserts county banks are strongest in five years, advocates letting taxpayers name office holders, and calls for drawing towns and communities of Carroll County closer together to reduce costs through cooperation.
Court house real estate transfers show multiple conveyances, with Bradway and wife to Frank Millen and others, listing ranges and sections, plus several names including Gillogly, Smith and Roberts. The garbled OCR traces indicate a sequence of transfers and estates across townships, noting heirs and parcel references.
Harret Mitchell from Savanna and Nell Vi Sohn of Mt Carroll listed for licenses on January 25. Ward Paul of Shannon and Minnw Ibinkmeer of Shannon filed for licenses on January 24.
Mt Carroll council approves an ordinance plan imposing a 50 dollar fee on all outside firms selling advertising literature. The measure was passed by the council and two mayors, who say the plan can be enacted without city expense.
The Exchange State Bank recently paid five percent to its depositors, applying waivers that accrued in spring. It was the county's first to use the waiver system and reports show deposits increasing materially as the bank begins returning one fifth of what it owes, a hopeful sign for Carroll County banks.
The Shannon hatchery, run by Mr. and Mrs. William Rhodes, will open for the season on February 14. Chick offerings are arriving daily as the proprietors highlight their extensive experience in hatching and chick quality.
H G Russell from the University of Illinois visited the county adviser to assist farmers in closing last year's accounts and starting new books for the coming year. A noted speech on Economic Meat Production was given, and a county gardening meeting plus a moving picture feature highlighted the week.
A local gathering promises to feature Lanark high orchestra, Wasermelyn choir, and a Special attraction as part of a community event. Speakers include Jt Co We Ward with reports on Hines Barm and on-Surply Co. The meeting discusses plans, payments, and public notices amid an era of public health, regulation concerns, and road safety commentary.
A garbled excerpt notes a taxpayer education meeting urged for Monday in Conall County. It mentions election timing, a primary hospital or candidate focus, and references Senator M Udeon and rural civic actions. Local schools and gate votes appear as part of its unclear agenda.
The Carroll Ger Company holds its annual meeting at Lanark Gym on Tuesday with a noon luncheon and an afternoon program. Mr Ward of the Illinois farm jury will speak on stockholders’ interest, followed by the election of officers for the coming year and planned entertainment.
A historical notice explains scarlet fever and scarletina, detailing fever, rash, swollen neck glands, and rapid spread. It notes transmission via nasal and throat discharges, contact with contaminated items, and carriers. emphasizes physician care to prevent complications like ear disease and kidney issues.
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