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Newspaper
Thomson Review
Location
Thomson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1933
Page
2
The REVIEW outlines classified ad policy across Carroll Whiteside and Rock Island counties. Rates reflect service and territory. ads must fit classification and REVIEW type. Submissions accepted only before Tuesday night for weekly issue. REVIEW allows one incorrect insertion.
Hariet B. Lewis executrix requests immediate payment from the undersigned. Dated on the 22nd day of duty, A.D. 19. a8-410.
The Council of Union Merchants announces legal action to challenge the Three Percent Sales Tax law, naming Judge Jesse J. Brown and Messrs. Forth and Streeper to file suit before Aug. 15. A permanent merchant group is formed with officers led by R. Irving Winter and Leo H. Ernst, based in Springfield.
A reader observes a cross section of the Civilian Conservation Corps, detailing five personality types among the 25 000 men. The piece notes strong, mentally sharp, well dressed, and industrious figures, plus a lazy, average man who outnumbers others and writes home about pay and future jobs. It also portrays a sergeant, a captain, and the view of army life as a transition to civilian work.
The text attributes success to three elements of silence, noting silence as primary and substantial, with the Hurd remaining silent as well. The quote underscores the value of quiet perseverance and restraint.
A jumble of social visits and weekend gatherings is reported from the area. The text lists residents and guests from Savane, Chicago, Freeport, Rock Island, and Orangenaile visiting relatives and friends, with several clergy and church connections mentioned.
Huth Hovlan of Chadwick and companions visited Sanday with Mrs. Tytilda Hsuney while Mane Thitfield returned home from a trip. Savanna Seth moves to Fulton with Mrs. Frank Dudley. The Gossards announce relocation to Fulton, Me, as foreman duties transfer. Sunday dinner hosts were Mr. and Mrs. Sam Grim with guests from Mt Carroll and nearby towns including Lan, Chulwick, Galesburg and Argo.
A new bridge concept in Germany features a ratfold triangular frame with top beam apex supports. The design promises unusual strength by attaching supporting members to the frame’s apex, signaling a novel approach to bridge engineering.
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