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Newspaper
Thomson Review
Location
Thomson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1935
Page
12
The piece warns that holiday deaths from traffic and drownings rise, urges better driver qualifications and caution, notes federal crime training plans, celebrates Lincoln pioneer village in Rockford, Indiana, critiques the NRA decision and Congress delays, mentions tax token opposition and railroads seeking higher speed service and better onboard dining to win back travelers.
Miss Mildred Slick of Savanna wed Louis Sampson of Rockford in a quiet Saturday afternoon ceremony at Rev. Harry Miles home. Attendants were Miss Melem Neig and Clarence Christensen, both of Savanna. Miss Slick teaches at Chestnut Park school. Mr. Sampson works for Rockford city water department. They will reside in Rockford.
The Savanna Park board orders strict enforcement of speed laws after reports a speed limit in Old Mill park is being disrespected. Commissioners also plan to repurpose ten Milwaukee depot bench seats, placing three in Marquette park and the rest in another park.
Carroll County Farm Bureau defeated Morrison Ice Cooling Appliance 2 to 1 at Cook's field as Brandy Ware executed a hidden-ball play for the final out. Milledgeville fell to Lyndon 11 to 3 with Lyndon pitcher Bender stifling the lineup. Chadwick Colts blanked Carroll 7 to 0 in three innings before the game was called. Thomson led Melon Tossers with 15 strikeouts in a 3 to 1 win over Porter's All-Star. Next Sunday the Farm Bureau idle, Thomson to face Clinton Senators in Clinton.
The W. H. Law family near Mt Carroll report turkey raising as a profitable venture. They expanded to about 3,000 birds with incubation capacity in two homes and near Lanark. Hatching starts in March with ten day intervals, last hatch around mid July, and birds are sold to markets in Chicago and Berwyn with steady restaurant demand.
State survey of the district shows Carroll County has the lowest traffic death rate of the 10 counties in Dixon district. One death reported in Carroll, two in Daviess. Carroll and Ogle counties had fewer accidents than Monroe County, while others had higher. State officials push concentrated education to cut auto accident deaths statewide.
Robert Porter of Shannon suffered a broken leg and multiple bruises when two horses kicked him while leading a team to a watering tank. He was transported to Evangelical Deaconess Hospital in Freeport for treatment and was expected to recover enough to return home soon.
Fireworks caused slight burns to several residents who treated themselves at home. A car from Lanark overturned north of Mt. Carroll with no serious injuries. Fairground guard rail posts were knocked out again with no injuries or sheriff’s report.
Citizens of Forreston met recently and appointed committees to plan the Sauer Kraut day celebration. No definite plans were announced yet but the date is fixed for September 12.
The Treasury Department objects to aluminum sales tax tokens issued to collectors, liking the form but arguing they resemble money. Officials say the state may deface or punch holes in tokens, though only the form is in dispute. Several hundred thousand tokens are reported in circulation nationwide.
Printing equipment owned by CG. M. Hutchinson in Savanna will be sold at auction Monday July 15 to satisfy a mortgage held by the defunct Hanover State Bank.
Donald Seiple of Mt Carroll sustained a fractured left arm and knee injuries when the township truck collided with a Squires Hardware delivery truck at a corner near Wacker. Four other Mt Carroll men escaped serious injuries as both drivers' view was blocked by brush. Seiple was taken to a physician in Mt Carroll for treatment after the collision.
Mr and Mrs Clarence Van Buskirk entertained a group of friends with a charivari at their home. Wed evening last week guests presented the couple with many fine gifts as light refreshments were served.
Contractor Fred Johnson started work this week on the foundation for the new garage and laundry room at the court house in Mt Carrell. Forms for the foundation have been built, and the concrete will be poured the latter part of the week.
Theo Bran of Daisy North Dakota joins the Chadwick Review staff assisting in gathering news. Bran, a graduate of the State School of Science Wahpeton, North Dakota, helps in reporting while chinch bugs have increased by leaps and bounds during warm days.
Chadwick gears up for its annual Cheese Day with concessions led by Charles Dommon, an entertainment lineup, and free sandwiches planned to serve 12 000 or more. Softball games attract county teams, hoping for a large attendance if weather stays favorable.
John Vanderschaal, Albany farmer, reports a pair of twin mules born about four weeks ago. The mules are exact duplicates and nearly indistinguishable. Twin mules are described as very unusual.
The Carroll County Board of Review will meet in the Supervisors room at the courthouse in Mt Carroll on Mondays and Tuesdays in July from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. to hear complaints on 1935 tax assessments. No complaints will be accepted after July 18. Miles 8. Rogers, Chairman.
Mrs Edna Hicks of Thomson is quite sick at present. Mrs Wilbur Hall assists in caring for her care. Hicks formerly made her home in Chadwick.
Optician Dr E Musk of Fulton will fly over the town at ten Saturday morning July 20 during the Centennial celebration. He will release 100 miniature parachutes each containing a candy bar and a number from 1 to 100. Prizes of one dollar go to holders of numbers 10 20 40 50 66 70 80 90 and 100.
It's a rough, partial recap of Carroll County events. Forreston plans to observe a savior kraut day in September. Robert Porter of Shannon suffers a broken leg when a horse kicks him. Howard Petts Jr. wins a 1935 US scholarship for Carroll County. Law family profits from turkey farming. Two families start a second farm this year. Carroll County shows low traffic deaths in Dixon district. July 4th celebrations bring few accidents but some injuries. Soldiers and sailors reunion in Sewamna draws large attendance. Parachute drop planned by E Mask over July 18 celebration. Federated Woman's clubs host a program at Mill Park with Floyd Gibbons as speaker. Robert Hexsen, Mt Carroll city treasurer, buried Sunday. American Legions conducts service at the arate, Oiler County deaths.
Mount Carroll prepares a two day homecoming August 16 and 17 with a county seat celebration. The Commercial Club reports a regional publicity plan to cover nearby towns and post notices.
Mrs. Margaret G Chapman served as principal speaker during the Savanna Women’s Hold Club meeting outlining the program and activities for the season.
Representatives of Carroll County Federation of Woman's Clubs held their annual picnic at Old Mill park Savanna. County president Mrs Maurice W Stark led the program after a noon dinner. Margaret G Chapman federal housing administration spoke. she is Floyd Gibbons' sister. Mrs Rahn reported on the state convention in Chicago. Marjorie Wittenberger won the district essay prize with "My Favorite Motion Picture."
Howard Petty Jr of Mt Carroll has been named Carroll County recipient of the 1935 University of Illinois scholarship. The four year award covers tuition and most fees with only laboratory charges to pay, valued around 300 dollars. One scholar is awarded per county each year. he took the competitive exam in high school subjects on June 2 at the county superintendent of schools office.
Farmers in the Sandridge district began harvesting rye this week. Reports indicate more acres planted than in many years and a generally good quality crop. The revival of rye farming follows several years of dwindling output, with speculation that whiskey legislation may be restoring its appeal.
Army officer inspected the William Isenhart farm northeast of Mt Carroll for a proposed CCI camp. Favorable report written but must pass through red tape, delaying a definite decision for several days. Funds for leasing the site were raised by a committee of floral business men.
The inquest into Frank Williams and John Linton deaths exposes a longstanding feud between farmers over trespass and corn, with Williams fatally wounding Linton and then shooting himself. Williams’s wife says he vowed to “get Linton” before the confrontation.
Funeral services for Robert Hansen, Mt Carroll city treasurer, were conducted from his home and a church in Milledgeville with Rev G T Nesmith officiating. Hansen, a World War I veteran gas attack survivor, died July 2 in Chicago. He leaves a widow and two sisters. Continues on back page.
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