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Newspaper
Thomson Review
Location
Thomson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1960
Page
3
Local pitching standout John Creighton reports to County Stadium Wednesday morning for a Braves tryout. He travels with manager Larry Frosch as expenses are covered, trusting a shot at major league baseball and good luck from the hometown.
The village board approved the annual appropriation for 1961 62 from May 1 to April 30 totaling 20 249 50. Major item is 5 000 for Thomson police salaries and 1 000 for new department equipment. Other allocations cover water works, building, maintenance, streets, sidewalks, and park upkeep.
A special Bible study group is started tonight at 8 p m at the home of Mr and Mrs Milton Larson. Open to all ages and denominations with Rev Daniel Goldberg of the Baptist Church to lead the first meeting and Thomson area ministers to conduct future sessions.
The Johnson family held their annual reunion Sunday July 10 at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Johnson. A noon picnic followed by social time drew numerous relatives from Savanna Moline La con Milledgeville Lena Macomb Aurora and nearby towns.
A list of Boy Scouts returning from a week at Apple Canyon camp omits Steven Sippel. The report records the Sunday departure and notes the event occurred at the Apple Canyon camp with the missing name.
Karen Allen and Donna Sippel of Thomson Methodist join Linda Becker of Hickory Grove Methodist at Reynoldswood near Dixon for a church youth camp this week.
Monday supper guests included Mrs Olan Duncan Mrs Bob Daniels and children and Mrs Carol Kampas and children of Savanna. Miss Kay Pieper and Miss Patti Meyer of Clinton visit grand father Paul Lewis while convalescing after a hospital stay. Ed Bimm of Savanna and Mr and Mrs William Lehr host on Tuesday evening. Mrs Jennis Griswold and Mrs Emil Brach attended the Fairy Haven Evangelical United Brethren Church organ dedication. Clair Kleeman of Crystal Lake Illinois stayed with aunt Mrs Herman Haag over the weekend. Mrs Haag returned her guest to Crystal Lake Sunday night. Mrs Harold Witt and Mrs Jennis Griswold visited Mr and Mrs Ralph Irion of Morrison for the Irion birthday. Charlotte Charlene and Judy Cate called on Mrs Mervin Marshall Monday. Weekend guests of Mrs Herman Hagg were Mr and Mrs John Mueller and Mr and Mrs Stan Swanson of Chicago. Sharon Miller and Kerry Wilt attend Bible Camp at Lake Waubesa Wisconsin July 10 to July 16 then return home.
Sealed bids for 1960 maintenance and Section 6-S-C. S. materials will be received by Thomson Illinois until 2 00 P M July 28 1960 and opened at the Village Hall. Proposals include 8250 gallons bituminous material 344 tons seal coat aggregate 5100 gallons materials 908 tons gravel or crushed stone base 132 tons cover seal coat and incidental work. Proposals at Village Clerk office. Village reserves right to reject all bids and waive technicalities. Henry B Strauch Village Clerk 17-21
In The Churches York Community William Kendall and Daniel Goldberg are listed as pastors with services at 10 30 a m and 10 00 a m The B Y F Choir provides special music and Sunday School begins at 11 00 a m Herbert St Ores is S S Supt Classes for all ages Youth Fellowship is at 8 p m Pastor Goldberg will speak at Spring Valley Reformed Church Sunday evening at 7 30 p m
Thomson Methodist Church holds Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. and Morning Service at 11:00 a.m. Youth Fellowships at Thomson 7:00 p.m. Argo Fay YF meets July 22 7:30 to 9:00 p.m. with 7:20 p.m. departure. Argo Fay Methodist hosts 8:30 a.m. service and 9:30 a.m. Sunday School. Hickory Grove Methodist 9:30 a.m. Morning Service and 10:30 a.m. Sunday School. Catholic services at Fulton 8:00 and 10:00 a.m. St John’s Savanna 5:45, 7:30, 9:00 and 11:00 a.m.
Betty Feldt shared a Sunday supper at the Jake A. Balk home in Fulton. Saturday visitors included Kenneth Pearson and Steve from Pekin with Mr. and Mrs. Larry Geerts and children, and Mrs. Charles Suchero Chadwick. Earl Green of Elkhorn Wisconsin visited with Donald Green and family. Leonard Saxum of Princeton called on Carolyn Elliott. James Morrison left for a two week Minnesota vacation. Lawrence Halfman and family hosted Timmy Halfman and other visitors in Mt Carroll.
The report lists several local hospital discharges and illnesses. The Sick Mrs Hazel Stagg and Martin C Beck left Mercy and Jane Lamb Hospitals after surgical stays. Paul Lewis was discharged from Jane Lamb after a week as a medical patient. Mrs Gus Roggendorf and Mrs Mary Johnson remain hospitalized or ill. Delohy Wilt, 12, was discharged from Jane Lamb and will stay in bed at home for three weeks.
Jean Brown and Kathy Dykstra will attend the Illinois Association FHA Annual Leadership Conference at East Bay Camp Bloomington from July 25 for five days. Jean serves as state parliamentarian and Kathy as Thomson Chapter president and delegate. The event aims to develop leadership and share ideas among FHA members from Illinois chapters.
A two game benefit for Thomson and Chadwick Little League teams is set for August 8 on Thomson’s lighted diamond. The first game starts at 7 p.m. with the Dads meeting in the second game after the first ends. Proceeds will be donated to both teams.
The Golden Rule Class of York Baptist Church held its annual picnic Sunday after Sunday School at Mackay's Timberlake. Thirty eight people attended as a bountiful noon dinner was served followed by an afternoon social hour for the seniors while the children swam.
A July 7 birthday gathering honored Jane McGinnis and her mother Mrs. P K McGinnis at Dora Wiebenga’s home. Refreshments were provided by Mrs. William Hamm and Mrs. McGinnis with the cake by Mrs. Hamm. Attendees included the Bo wer and Detra families of Savanna and Prophetstown, the McDonalds of Clinton, Joan Hazen of Mt. Carroll, the Delps of Mt. Carroll, Mrs. Melvin Hamm’s family, Aleda McGinty, Lana Creighton, Connie Detrick, Dora Wiebenga, Mrs. William Hamm, and Paulette.
Dennis and Melodie Morelli of Clinton visit relatives with their uncle and aunt Ray Morelli. Fulton guests include Jan Faber and Kim visiting Albert Prins family. Numerous callers and dinner visits occur across Clinton, Morrison, Chadwick, Andrew, Fulton, and Hanover with connections to Kramers, Martins, and other local households.
Cynthia Durward Patty Kauf fman and Jonathan Ottens of the Thomson area join 56 Carroll County youths aged 10 to 13 at the White Eagle 4-H Camp near Adeline for a week of activities. Mrs Marion Wheeler serves as camp counselor. The Xavier Guild Picnic at Eagle Point Park Clinton draws Thomson attendees including Mrs Lawrence Weatherwax Mrs Ed Andring Mrs Emil Bellich Mrs Robert Bristol and Mrs Kathryn Cooper.
Mr and Mrs Myles Haas and family joined the Flack family reunion at Stockton Park in Stockton. Numerous visits and dinners followed with residents from Rockford Fulton Wacker Clinton Brookville Milwaukee Lake Geneva Hinsdale Chadwick and Galena as relatives and friends gathered at homes and parks through the week.
People passing the grade school notice the combined grade school and high school rising. The four new classrooms to the east should be ready for fall term. The existing play room becomes a cafeteria with a north kitchen under construction. The cafeteria and kitchen aim for September occupancy.
The T N T Club of the Community Church met at Mrs Bess French home with Mrs Adeline Groharing assisting. Twelve members answered roll call with a Proverbs verse. Devo tions were given and dedicated to deceased member Mrs Holland. Members discussed articles The Two Seas and biographies of Mrs Nixon and Mrs Kennedy.
Mr and Mrs Wm Hamm of Thomson Illinois announce the engagement of their daughter Paulette Kay to Lloyd Hamilton Jr son of Mr and Mrs Lloyd Hamilton Sr of Savanna Illinois No wedding date is set The item also notes David Staggs eighth birthday with a family gathering at Old Mill Park in Savanna and a circus train cake baked by Mrs Harold Wilt
Residents from Stendal Indiana Holland Indiana Morrison Canton Sterling Savanna and Chadwick join family and friends for visits and trips. Guests include Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Grim and family. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Shipma. Mrs. Anna Hook. Mrs. Ray Morelli. Harold Weatherwax group. George Zabel. Donald Sippel family. Carol Flack. Ned Spencer home hosts. D A Linden. Robert Spencer. Kenneth Pearson Sr and Jr. Carl Petersen. Lyle Williams and Beth. Marion Wheeler group. Linda Schroth at Girl Scout Camp Hanover. Bessie Groharing travels to Fernando California returning August 1.
Colleen and Donna Wilson Sisters, famed WLS radio stars, headline Thomson Melon Day on Labor Day September 5 in Beaver Valley Pennsylvania. Arkie the Arkansas Woodchopper, also of WLS, joins as performer. Colleen and Donna boast recordings and TV appearances with RCA Victor and Decca.
Kin dergarten Club meets August 5 at the Legion Hall with Mrs Allan Becker present to answer mothers questions. 500 Card Club held a meeting with honors for several members. a July 28 picnic is planned at 6 30 p m at the Legion Hall. Lions Club hosts a July 25 picnic at Palisades Park with steak supplied and families to bring side dishes and service items.
The 4 H Sharp Sandburr Club scheduling a July gathering on Monday night July 25 at the Grange Hall. A tour is planned followed by a weiner roast later in the evening.
Mr and Mrs Fred Hook host relatives including John Barsema Morrison Earl Diephuis and families. Weekend guests include Andrew Houzenga and Russel Green Jr with Keith Talmadge Alaska. Also Claude Wiebenga visits Dora Wiebenga. others attend gatherings in Savanna Fulton Bradenton Mt Carroll Thomson and Canada trip news.
Mr and Mrs Robert Hill welcomed a son born Tuesday July 19 at Savanna City Hospital. The infant weighed 6 pounds 8 ounces. He is named Marvin Leon. Grandparents on the paternal side are Mr and Mrs Orville Giblin and on the maternal side Mr and Mrs Arthur Larson of Palos Park Illinois.
Thomson Little Leaguers aged 11 and 12 defeated Chadwick 12 to 11 on Tuesday evening for their third win. Ray Bissen hit a homer and Terry Haas pitched well until late as Chadwick rallied with 7 runs before Daehler closed out the game. Next game is Friday July 22 at 6 pm versus Mt. Carroll on the local diamond.
In Riverview Park action the Melon Tossers beat Clinton Corn 7-5 in eight innings as Thomson delivered key eighth inning hits. Traninger earned the mound edge over Coons. Thom son extended its streak with an 11th straight win after a 4-3 victory over Phillips.
Mrs Dora Wiebenga reports that her daughter Mrs William Baker and her family have arrived in California Their new address is 3115 Samoa Place Costa Mesa California
Mr and Mrs DeLaus Zenk and Lauren relocated to Clinton Iowa over the weekend and are staying with Harold and Mrs Fedderson while Mrs Zenk completed her University of Illinois degree on June 18 Their new address is 2365 Dunham St.
Mrs Leo Kness and Terry hosted a surprise birthday dinner Tuesday for her sister Mrs Danny B Kness and family along with Mrs Laura McGrath and Mrs Dora Wiebenga. The cake was baked and decorated by Mrs Wiebenga.
The Cronister family thanks friends for cards and flowers after the death of Walter F. Cronister and expresses gratitude for visits and cards during illness. Hazel G. Stagg and family add thanks for support and hospital visits.
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