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Newspaper
Thomson Review
Location
Thomson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1966
Page
13
After the 1965 fair a wind damaged the stage framework causing a tarpaulin collapse. Officials plan a new metal roof over the stage with background and partial sides in 1967 to improve protection and attractiveness for workers and attendees.
The Carroll County Fair Association gains about ten acres after Leo and Milledgeville residents purchase the Peter Haugh farm adjoining the grounds. The north area will be used for extra parking in 1967, the south for concession space, with improvements completed and cautions urged for fire prevention amid dry conditions.
This year the pony show division has long range changes. A one day show replaces the three day format. Halter classes are shortened due to entry shortages. The Illinois State Fair now conflicts no more, allowing exhibitors to attend both events. Performance classes remain Class A under the American Shetland Pony Club Inc. A future goal is a trotting and pacing pony race track with full quarter mile rail and a judges stand at Carroll County Fair.
The Mest reunion will be held Sunday August 7 at the home of Mr and Mrs Maurice Amsrud in Rockford.
June rainfall across Northwestern Illinois shows above average totals. Names and towns listed include Lanark Mt Carroll Savanna Chadwick Shannon Milledgeville Milldegevile Thomson and others with amounts ranging from 4.2 to 6.9 inches.
Rex and Leona Willis will preside as superintendents at the Carroll County Fair Horse Show on Saturday August 13. Morning halter classes start at 10 00 AM and afternoon performance classes at 1 00 PM featuring parade and costume events along with new Family Class and 19 total events with money ribbons and trophies.
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