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Newspaper
Thomson Review
Location
Thomson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1968
Page
2
A writer visits a man nearing 97 who has witnessed the rise of modern conveniences. The interview reflects on his long life and notes his first vote in Grover Cleveland era as he shares stories from a century of change.
Henry C. Hinkel, Chadwick's oldest resident, turns 97 on February 26, 1968. Born near Chadwick to German immigrants, he recalls the 1898 tornado, early railroad days, church bells, and a life spanning 47 of 48 continental states. He remains active, enjoying crosswords and family company, and looks to the future with quiet faith.
Harold Brinkweier reports on cattle feeding doubts and farm price declines, noting widespread concern over farm losses and corporate farming. He highlights Denny Edler plans, DHIA openings, Illini Windy Helen dairy calf sale, and the Carroll County Agronomy Day with insect recommendations and a noon lunch on February 27 at Naaman Diehl Auditorium.
A list of Carroll County Extension events includes Weight Control Class February 23 at 9 a.m. in the Extension Meeting Room, Dairy Call Sale February 24 by U of L 4 H and F F A, and multiple showers of meetings on February 26 including Geneva Projects Committee and Mt Carroll Community Council at Extension facilities. March 1 features Ceramics and Mosaics at 7 p.m. with ongoing events through March 4.
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