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Newspaper
Thomson Review
Location
Thomson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1933
Page
2
The Thomson Review advocates county wide tax payer association to assess office candidates. It urges cooperation among farmers merchants bankers and legislators to cut costs and improve efficiency. The paper supports securing responsible tax office holders and encourages informed voting for county governance.
Buy American Buy Merchantlze made in thr United States. Reduce Carroll County taxes. The total culleviable tax in 922 was 700000.00. Inaisi upon Economy in Village Town School and County Expenditures. County Banks Are In A Stromyu Financial Position Today Than A time During The Past Five to. Use More Care In Selecting Office Holders Let the Taxpayers name the person they want. Draw The Towns And Communities OF Carroll County Closer Together. Closer cooperation will result in simplifying matters handed in each community and should produce lower costs.
The document outlines The Review’s platform pledging service to residents and five major planks. It urges buying American made products, avoiding imports, and mutual aid while warning Carroll County taxes rose to about 370,000 in 1932. It cautions tax cuts will be gradual and not to blame county officials, stressing bank confidence and prudent fiscal policy.
A fragmented reminiscence recalls a Sunday crowd at Sterling theatre and a phonography shop seeking 25 and 40 cent tickets. It notes unemployed men with no shelter, a harsh Christmas memory, and discussions of charity and survival. The piece references editor Mr Carrs and a Wisconsin context, hinting at social hardship and local attitudes toward work and marriage.
A private in the depression era reports harsh life on the road seeking charity and basic keepsakes. He urges local towns to provide clothes food and regular relief with credit slips to buy meals. He notes need for recreation and a sense of belonging while critiquing widespread buy local and wartime economic ideas. He ends with a call to buy from county merchants before seeking outside goods.
Neva Traum and Carl Haag were married in a quiet ceremony at St Pauls Lutheran Church near Chadwick. The single ring rite was conducted by Rev. H Braun with attendants Lavina Guinther and Eugene Judd. The bride wore blue crepe and the groom blue serge, and the couple will reside at the Haag farm.
Mr and Mrs Lawrence Hanson and family guests at a surprise farewell party at Ed Bast home. Attendees included Ed Bast and family, Gen and family, Nicholas Johnson and family, Robert Ferraran and Garden Plain contingent, Walter Stager and family, Kenneth and family, Fars and family, Rahn and family, Knese and family, Chas Guinther and family, Herman Ratz and son, Mastin family, J X Johnson and daughters, and Mrs Robert Ferguson from Garden Plain. Refreshments served. late hour gathering ended.
Federal grand jury concluded deliberations at Freeport in the U S district court. The criminal docket includes liquor law and prohibition cases with several Rockford defendants and a conspiring group. Civil docket features multiple cases including banks, receivers, and railroad company disputes.
Real estate transfers list numerous deed actions including Guy Wolf trustee to Riley Lotz pane, Helstand to Connell, Leavers to Denise Leavens, Guenter to Arthur Guenther, Goentmer to Flora Guenter, and others among Lanark, Milledgeville, and Lake County areas. A Carrell Taxpayers Association meeting in Bloomington drew delegates from 81 counties urging government retrenchment, reduced federal costs, and coordinated action. next week will offer full coverage.
The jury in the assault and battery case of Jess Frankie Milled geville versus Harlan Wenger failed to reach a verdict. Wenger had charged Franklin with striking him and knocking him from a bicycle. Justice of Peace Blaine Peck presided with Tarnhalgh for Franklin and Stranski as clerk.
Fragmentary OCR notes report Shannon men held in Garrun county jail with unclear details about holds, meet sales, and names such as Giadwiek, Anstey, and De Witpy. Readable portions mention a pending decision and the possibility of later announcements or tests.
Chadwick residents faced water shortages for several days as the village pump failed to fill the tank efficiently. John Eckles of Coleta helped diagnose a broken casing and a worn pipe near the pump. Repair costs were estimated at $1,000 and the casing was slated for replacement. Eckles suspects an external fault. Raymond Price and Clifford Coonins Shannon were arrested on unclear charges.
Local notices report proposed abandonment of Burlington and Milwaukee rail lines from Ayers tower to Fulton affecting Thomson York township. Tax losses estimated at about 5150.65 for York if Milwaukee tracks are removed. Chadwick residents face increased village taxes due to state and local tax increases. Officials warn patronage decline will raise taxes for schools and merchants, with Linark to meet Lanark.
The Chadwick high boys eye two hard games this homing week after Lanark varsity scored a season win over Chadwick. Coach Kenyon plans a strong offense to convert chances, with Captain Paul Ritnowr leading the First team against Lanarkites while Hanover arrives for a Saturday test.
Mrs George B Hartman died at her Chadwick home after a stroke on Wednesday She had been ill for years and died at 17 Jele Funeral services set for Friday at 2 PM at St Pauls Lutheran Church conducted by Rev H Braun She was widely known in the county and her passing brings sorrow to many in the community
Charles Keil was bruised and shaken when his car veered into a ditch west of the Schreiner farm around 6:30 Thursday evening. The vehicle sustained severe damage including bent drive shaft tubing, broken frame and top, shattered windshield, bent front axle, and engine injury. Keil and his family were later taken to the Schreiner home for a charivari celebration before returning home.
Mr and Mrs George Deden will be at home to friends in the Handel residence on North Main Street after today. Dowry of the young couple moved to the home Tuesday. The house has been refinished in side and is ready for the newlyweds. Mr and Mrs Will Fink and daughter Laura visited Mr and Mrs Henry Parsons at Ap &o Sunday. Mr and Mrs Gesres Dambman Sr will celebrate their 30th wedding anniversary Jan 14 with guests including Mr and Mrs Geo Dambman Jr and Mr Anthony nde.
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