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Newspaper
Thomson Review
Location
Thomson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1929
Page
1
The column highlights a record flight in California lasting over a hundred hours and notes expected advances in aeronautics. It also mentions a severe early cold snap across the central states with temperatures near zero and potential frost, plus numerous farm sales and a forthcoming political event in Springfield with state officers to be elected.
Spring Valley notices report Rev Berge guest at the Jami son home and plans for January 9 meetings led by Mrs Kratz. Binges include N G Club gatherings with Entwhistle and Mrs Ewers, plus society events at J R McCullagh and Mrs Kratz. Local deaths, farm sales, and travel updates follow.
Gov Small was to present a summary of eight years in office and future recommendations at the noon Wednesday session opening the Illinois State Assembly. Routine business followed, with adjournment to the 14th for the inauguration of Gov elect Emmerson and other state officers in a joint session at the state arsenal.
Pupils had no absences or tardies for December across 19 days. Marie Stage and Mrs Grace Seim served as teachers. Clarence McGinty traveled to Chicago Wednesday evening last week, spent several days sightseeing and visiting relatives.
The Thomson Red Spots had a strong 1924 year under manager Frank E. Lewis with “Paddy” guiding the team. The article recalls key games from May to September, listing players, pitchers, and scores including a May 4 practice win over Savanna 6 to 1, a May 11 win over the Camache Indians 7 to 4, and later losses and victories against Clinton American Legion, Albany Independents, Hanover, Pearl City, and Morrison, with highlights of Wilkins and Leavens in the field and O’Brien on the mound.
The piece reflects on a near finished season with standout spectator games including the American Legion and Hanover matches. It notes Leavens and Potter as local players, mentions Argo-Fa picnic action, favors future access to 1920 1922 1923 score sheets, and previews next week’s look at the 1923 ball team and All Star selections.
Prize winners listed for the Farmers Institute exhibit premiums amid strong competition in white and yellow corn divisions. Judge Claire Golden of Rock Island presided. Winners include Loyal Randecker, Elmer Brock, Delmar Frederick, Carl Haag, Wm Provant, Geo Schmeling, Harold Provant, Stacy Kradel, and others receiving cash, merchandise, or sacks of flour.
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