06 Feb 1936
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Newspaper
Thomson Review
Location
Thomson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1936
Page
1
A long disjointed excerpt discusses U S fiscal policy, Morgenthau and the Treasury, federal spending, and the challenge of funding legislation. It critiques budget decisions, debt, and the balance between government expenditure and money market conditions, with references to confidence in U S credit and investment incentives.
The meeting of teachers and school officials from northwestern Alinoix scheduled for Freesport was postponed until February 19 due to bad weather and road conditions.
Mt Carroll coach Walker unveils a six school reserve men’s tournament at Poasygly gym in late February. Teams Chadwick Thomson Milledgeville Unhack Shannon and Mt Carroll headline the meet to showcase second teams and potential upsets in a brisk six district race.
Letters of administration granted to John RK Snively in the state of the late John Angle of Lanark with a bond of 4000 dollars approved. Appraisers on the estate are George Peat John Schildwachter and Kenneth Seiler.
Governor fails to call a special election for a successor to the late Frank T. Sheean in Galena. District lawyers expect candidates from both parties, with former judges William J Emerson of Oregon and Harry J. Heer of Galena among possibles. The delay, due to the 75 day notice rule, could push any special vote to summer, as congested circuits await judges Harry Edwards of Dixon and Albert H. Mattis of Freeport.
State Highway Police checked trucks Monday near Mt Carroll along Route 42 at the fairground gardens. About 60 trucks were inspected during the day and numerous motorists were ordered to secure their licenses without delay.
County residents seeking old age pensions face proving age when birth records start in 1879. If no birth record exists, use Vital Statistics Act provisions to file a birth certificate and affidavit with the local registrar and pay a fee. If affidavit proves unavailable, marriage certificates on file often suffice for proof.
In county court last Thursday the wills of the late John C. Schreiner of Chadwick and W. P. Faulkner of Milledgeville were admitted to probate. Schreiner's will leaves all property to two daughters Cora Geison and Mabel Buellertron in trust for the widow, with remaining assets to be divided into twelve equal shares after the widow's property is sold. Schreiner valued at 10,090 real and 200 personal. Faulkner's will divides rents and use of real estate between brother W. E. Faulkner and sister Mrs. Joseph W. Gillogly, with two nieces Blanche Gerhart Diwauchter and Mabel Gerhart Gillogly to receive after their deaths, and 2,000 to an aunt Marie D. Knapp. Estate valued at 12.00 real and 1,500 personal.
January report shows zero automobile fatalities across Carrell Whiteside Stephenson Ogle Jo Daviess and Lee counties despite slick streets and a blizzard. Lower traffic and ongoing safety campaigns credited. last January had 47 deaths from reckless driving.
Judge B J Strensky of Chicago and Savanna seeks the G O P delegation from the 13th district to the national convention in Cleveland in June. His petition has been filed in Savanna. The district includes Carroll Jo Daviess Stephenson Whiteside Lee and Ogle counties. Dana P Munn of Sterling seeks reelection as Republican state central committeeman from this district, a position he won two years ago without opposition.
A jury license was issued from the county clerk on Feb 1 to George Stiles and Emma M Suein of Dixon. A license was issued Feb 3 to Pauw W Peacock and Dorothy L Ladd, both of Chicago.
The report lists classifications and causes of losses paid during the past year by the Insurance Co. It outlines the key officers up for election on February 11 and notes the policy areas most affected by claims. The article emphasizes corporate governance and annual loss analysis.
A Savanna high school is awarded a state certificate of recognition. A farmer files a claim to cover direct loss of six birds after a raid on a turkey flock. Election details note two candidates from the 12th district for a delegate seat.
A long list of local figures and items follows, detailing directors term expirations for a Savannah area organization, its officers, and historical financials including a March 26 1888 formation and a Dec 31 19th century in force amount. The narrative then shifts to assorted county notices, road projects, births notes, a WPA program, a county tax estimate, and other items including a birthday of William Lambert of Savanna and a county dairy herd report.
County highway committee members will meet Friday in the county superintendent of highways office. State aid road patrol men for the coming year will be hired with current patrol contracts expiring March 1. Patrolmen include Richard Coady Mt Carroll D R Stoner Chadwick John Sturtevant Shammon Earl Garbaugh Lanark Frank Crouse Lanark C A Boyd Milledgeville Leo Lotz Lanark Charles Stanwood Mt Carroll. Committee members are Ward Fritz Freedom chair man Howard Goble Wysox and A M Blorer Reck Creek.
Resal and Joseph Hotch kiss, both of Savanna, were united in marriage at 11 o'clock Saturday morning at the First Presbyterian church in Freeport. The ceremony was read by Rev. Dr. McNary. The couple, unattended, planned a short trip to Minneapolis after a wedding dinner. Mrs. Lulu Resal is the bride’s mother, and Mr. Motchkiss is the groom’s father. The couple will reside at the Otterson farm home near Hanover.
Savanna Township High School received a certificate of recognition Friday morning, with a letter from the state superintendent noting the award for the coming year based on inspectors' recommendations. The recognition aids graduates seeking to enter college.
Wills of Lenora P. Adams of Lanark and Trientic Schroeder of Shannon were admitted to probate in county court Friday. Adams leaves the Lanark homestead and household furnishings to a daughter, Josephine Guenzler, with the remainder to be shared by her two children. estate valued at 6000 real estate and 1808 personal. Schroeder directs six equal shares. two daughters and two sons receive one sixth each, the five grandchildren of a deceased daughter share a sixth, and ten children of another deceased daughter receive the remaining one sixth.
The Carnell Service Co meeting scheduled for today at Savanna has been postponed until Thursday February 20 according to an announced notice.
Members of the Tri county school masters club will meet Monday in Mt Carroll. Dinner will be served and a club meeting will follow with a talk by Carlos Smith of Mt Carroll, a long time teacher in the Philippine Islands.
The Carroll County Dairy Herd association reports John's herd of 25 Holsteins led January butterfat with 28.9 pounds and average milk 739 pounds. Derrer, who joined in December, appears among the top producers with three of five high-producing cows. Other featured herds include Ward Weidman and William Werner with strong milk and fat outputs.
County Clerk Watson reported a notably low January in marriage licenses with only three issued. This contrasts with January 1934 when eleven licenses were issued and last January when nine were issued, marking January as the slowest month in years.
Twenty Savanna crews start road grading and resurfacing in Washington township for 17 months. An equal number, later increased to 55, begin similar work in Woodland township, with both crews clearing brush along the rights of way and aiming for completion within a year.
Community farmers and sportsmen formed the Ar go Fa Communitt Sportsmen's Club at a meeting held Saturday or in Argo-Fa. Elizzard Mone9 and Kergen named to positions. snowplow crews struggled to clear highways. The club plans to assist farmers, arrange ambulances, and provide pheasant birds, with James Mummert in charge of care on arrival.
Statistics show no deaths from car accidents in the district during January despite hazardous conditions last month. Mt Carroll high school announces a piano event for cage tournament involving second teams across county high schools. The meet is set for February 25 to 27 in Mt Carroll sym.
Strong northwest winds and nearly seven inches of snow halted traffic across the county and northern areas. Snowdrifts blocked Lincoln Highway between Dixon and Sterling and Route 20 near Elgin. State patrols worked despite heavy banks. many rural schools closed as buses could not leave pavements. Radio warnings urged westbound travelers from Chicago to shelter in nearby towns.
Residents of Mt Carroll township face higher tax bills for the year as county figures show increases across multiple taxing bodies. The table lists year 1934 and 1935 levies for County Town Road and Bridge, School, and other funds, with substantial jumps in several lines while some entries reflect smaller changes.
Bridge players from Savanna and nearby communities may register with Mrs. D. S. Wolfe to take part in a contract bridge tournament at the parish house of the Episcopal church on February 6 and 7. Trophies and prizes are planned for this year. Each player selects a partner the first evening and plays against them in both sessions under duplicate or match point scoring. Dr. L. B. Hussey of Sara is overseeing bidding, weaving and recording.
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