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Newspaper
Thomson Review
Location
Thomson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1936
Page
5
The notice details Howard Lawrence and Helen Lehr set to wed in Moline on February 15. It notes background on the couple, mentions family and community details, and indicates the wedding will be held in the city with advance arrangements forthcoming.
Mrs Groharing quietly observed her birthday at home on Sunday with no formal celebration due to frail health. Relatives and friends sent letters and gifts while extended family and neighbors offered prayers and goodwill.
Locals report short visits and dinners among residents. L Gi Straveh spent a few days with Aly and Mrs. Virgil Marth of Savanna. Rev Akken recently dined at the Brenneman home. Mr. and Mrs. Yul Ge family visited Katherine ghter Fedna in Morrison. Jehan Carpenter hosted a 13th wedding anniversary celebration for a couple.
L B Sears confined at home Mrs Mike Sherdan patient at Mercy Clinton Wayne Ashby released from quarantine for scarlet fever Edison Holland submitted to operation at Jane Lamb hospital Harold Rice absent from work due to infection Hand injury from valentines incident Gertrude Kustes of Fulton injured in automobile accident Verma Galley unable to do anything following recent illness
Irenaeus Hook and Evelyn Liechti were married in Chicago on Tuesday at St Prisvilla Church with Rev Fr a McGowan officiating. The couple were attended by William Thompson and Miss Agnes fo both of Fulton, with Miss Murray a cousin of the groom. The couple plan to reside on the Hook farm in Latick after a week in the church community, as Irenaeus resumes farm work following his father’s death.
The village board of trustees met Monday evening February 3 with all members present. Bills were approved and paid totaling several amounts including shoveling, digging, tank inspection, and rent. The treasurer reported water rents and motor fuel tax receipts, nine frozen meters were noted, and streetsidewalks must be cleared by residents. Mrs Carrie Bower and Rose visited, while Mrs Rewer injured after a fall at home during a power outage.
The Baptist church led by Rev W G Aitken reports morning worship at 10 with Sunday school at 11 but weather forced suspension of services. The church hopes for kinder weather next Sunday and invites attendance. Church school 10, worship 11, Epworth League 6:30, evening service 7:20 with topics The Lordship of Justice and The Allies in the Hills.
Church schedule lists 10:00 Sunday school 11:00 morning worship and 7:00 Christian Endeavor. Sermon subject Why Believe in the Bible. Rob Cate to teach the youth meeting in the evening. High school youths invited to join. Social hour after worship and discussions. Praise for attendance in cold days. Church party planned with antine theme and committees named for program and refreshments.
Louis Kness sexton of the Lower York cemetery reports three feet of frost in the ground requiring two lars of work to dig a grave. Several funerals lately keep him busy while the Nike road remains impassable and he must walk to town each day.
Mrs Sylvia Witt spent the weekend with her parents while Mr and Mrs Will Grinesid and Mr and Mrs William Gravex of Linton joined as dinner guests Sunday of Mr and Mrs BR Lewia. Charles Deets family visited Frank Linclark near Savanna. Andrew Wit and daughter of Mortisen spent Sunday with Ivan Carroll. Claude Grim visited the Filey household at Ideal. Althea Nimesich of Clinton is staying with her sister. Delia White’s daughter is a patient in the Dane Lamb bow hospital.
Sherman Connell weds Lola Reed in Sterling Illinois in a ceremony noted with family ties to Ble Reed and Mrs M F Reed. The couple previously lived in Savanna and Clinton before relocating to Sterling, with Connell described as a local business proprietor.
Former local girl became Mrs. Everett Vamlarlaan in a Feb 1 ceremony at the Reformed church of Macvison with Rev. Justin officiating. Attendants were Mr. and Mrs. Henry Brachemeyer. The bride wore a blue dress and had studied at Morrison and local high schools, graduating in 1931. The couple, both from Hopkins, plan to run the family farm after March 1 following the groom’s parents moving away.
Miss Grace Slelema bride elect of Thomson receives multiple prewedding showers this week. Sixth grade students at Py fool presented a surprise party Friday. Mrs Harold Murphy hosted a Wednesday shower with Miss Olson and others as hostesses. A surprise shower was planned tonight by twelve girls at Ed Brondyke home in Albany. She will wed Clarence Rolstons of Thomson on Valentine’s Day February 14.
Obituary for Con Bertholf, longtime Sandridge and Thomson resident, who died at home aged 63. He ferried neighbors, served as York township thistle commissioner, lived over the Thomson post office, and was a friendly Main Street figure. Funeral held Wednesday at the Christian church under Rev D E Todd with Beulah Gaar and Mrs David Todd singing. Interment in Lower York Cemetery.
Samuel Wires aged 76 of Savanna died Saturday February 1 at home on Third Street. Born in Parkersburg West Virginia he moved to Savanna at 23. Survived by wife three daughters Miss Anna Wires Albrecht and Warne Smith three sons Frank Marion and William and brother Waller plus sister Mrs Hattie Brown. Funeral held Monday morning at home with Rev Foster Whitney of St Pauls Episcopal Church officiating. Interment in Savanna Cemetery.
Franklin U. Stransky of Savanna visited Thomson briefly today to announce his candidacy for State Representative in the district that includes Stephenson, Jefferies, and Carrell counties. The current Representative Ed Laughlin of Freeport seeks reelection. John Bingham of Galena and Stransky’s bid would create three Republican contenders for the district’s seats. Also noted is Rev. Aitken visiting Jane Lamb hospital and improving patient reports show steady progress.
Ammormnesmont announced by Tarent-Teache organization officials that the February Parent-Teacher meeting, set for Thursday February 6, is moved to Thursday February 13 due to harsh weather conditions. Co chairs Hunt and others listed program items including readings by high school students and a “Birthdas Manta” performance. The event was followed by a social supper hosted by Mr and Mrs John Grandy and De on Frosch of Savanna.
Fred Kenyon 81 longtime Argo-Fa resident died Sunday at his home after a long illness. Born near Argo-Fa in 1854 he lived in the area all his life. He served as York township highway commissioner and chaired local groups including the Aven Farmers' Club and county boards. He is survived by two sons Lloyd and Nina, a grandson Harald Kenyon, five granddaughters and four great grandchildren, plus a sister and several brothers and many relatives. Services were held Tuesday at the Argo-Fa church with burial in the family lot.
Mr. and Mrs. 3tps and Meter visit in Drive enport Sunda y Armstrong Clinton, said not well again. Mrs. Leonard Stage and Vera Smith spend Sunday in Savanna with parents Mr. and Mrs. Weston Smith. Mrs. Bill Jenkins of Awora visited this week with husband’s parents Mr. and Mrs. Jenkins. Mrs. Harry Diehl and daughter Diana Lee returned from Freeport late, after an operation, and she is recovering well.
The President's Ball raised four dollars, with expenses deducted. The remainder was to support the nationwide Infantile Paralysis fund and local needs. Due to extreme cold, attendance was small and it is probable the surplus will be sent entirely to the national fund.
Mrs Florence Green obituary notes she died February 12 after a brief illness in Dixon. Funeral held Monday at home of a sister in Dixon with burial Tuesday at York Cemetery. She had long served Methodist churches in Minnesota and Florida and lived with her husband’s memory in Dixon since his passing. Survivors include Harold H and Ella and others from out of town attended. Burial conducted by Rev stor of the Ineat ML and Chicago.
County Judge Orien VW admitted the wills of Looped BR and Mary Manninz. The Fleming WEY estate valued at ESTAN to widow Anna Baier, with £200 to Edith Thompson Rath and £50 to theTestess of Mesquite Mulahureh for care of the parents. The estate’s heirs include Thy Danule, Rose Thompson, and Mrs. Denice Leavens. relations visit.
We thank our friends for the many cards letters and two calls we received on our wedding anniversary last Saturday The kindness will be remembered Herman Francke and wife
Mr and Mrs Ralph Chrastiansen of Tow Moor announce the birth of a son February 3 at Mercy Hospital Clinton.
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