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Newspaper
Thomson Review
Location
Thomson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1930
Page
3
Sunday School lesson recounts Jesus guiding on judging, prayer, two gates, and two roads. It cites Robert Arthington’s mission gift and warns against false prophets, urging self-examination, faith in Christ, and building life on the Rock, Jesus Christ.
The famous groundhog appeared on Sunday February 2 and saw his shadow signaling six more weeks of winter. The columnist notes lingering cold, no January thaw, and Easter late this year while joking about the weather master’s control and spring’s delayed arrival.
The article notes the rabbit hunting season 15 over as of Friday, with rabbits protected from February 1 to November 10, 1920 under state game laws. It mentions the Gamble Stores in Clinton, Iowa offering a free tube with every G and J Stalwart or Classic tire, continuing into 1930 with a price increase.
Martha J. Ashby, the current county superintendent, announces herself as a Republican candidate for re nomination at the April primary. Supporters praise her administration and emphasize her focus on duty over politics while opponents warn against political influences on schools. A uniform book system in rural districts is highlighted as a cost saving measure for transplants between districts.
Livestock issues will be highlighted at the Illinois Farmers Institute convention in Galesburg February 18 and 19 with leadership from Purdue and Ohio agricultural experts. Talks cover economical swine production and pasture fattening cattle, followed by marketing discussions led by D. L. Swanson of the Chicago Producers Commission Association. The event includes byline remarks on direct livestock marketing and grain’s role in farming.
A Missouri man playing bridge with his wife drew a perfect heart hand and bid diamonds by mistake. The unfinished line hints whether he is a bootlegger, politician, or stock salesman, but the man remains alive and uninjured, suggesting either his wife’s pacifism or a deep affection.
Book notices review Zane Grey western Unis day of and "order Sivow" with Ben Ide’s exile and wild horse chases in Forlorn River. Crumbling Walls shows China rising tensions with a Romeo and Juliet. Mary Roberts Rinehart’s Two Flights Up blends mystery romance and suspense as two suitors vie for Holly amid prison cells and scandals. Practical notes cover spring driving and shop ads.
The Illinois Audubon Society urges feeding birds during hard winters to help seed eaters like finches and chickadees survive. Shelter programs in Cook County and farmers nationwide report corn stalks, grain, and suet offerings aiding pheasants, partridges, and many small birds. Citizens, including children, can contribute by placing scraps of food and seeds where birds can access them.
A Nebricks customer expresses satisfaction with G and J service and requests more. The fire tube continues to run smoothly despite unclear details about prices and other names such as Gamble Slovirs and Qlintun, Iowa.
A man narrates a disjointed night reel where a startled scream prompts a frantic call to his dog Sport to restrain an imagined intruder. The dog drags out a hot water bag from the tangled bedclothes amid the chaotic struggle.
The text reflects a playful idea that after Christmas many forget Santa Claus while a sunlit face casts shadows behind a man. It mentions iLee Bits and a cryptic month after Christmas, blending humor with anecdotal reflection.
Tiger arden t s heavy lock E Stores advertise cross side chains priced at 4.50 and 3.15. Purebred Chester White bred gilts and full pigs offered Friday Feb 14 at 1 40 in Saidel's Sale Barn Lanark. About 70 head of pure bred gilts and full pigs available. Write for catalogue Arthur E Kniss Lanark Th TAC 2-138e FOR SALE Shorthorn bulls one year old Geo Immel Lyndon 1 TAC Y 2-211
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