Dedicatory Services Set at Christian Church
Sunday, April 11, officially set for the dedication of the Christian church. A four day revival precedes, April 6 to 9, led by Rev. C. C. Carpenter, a former Thomson pastor. Local folks urge avoiding conflicts to allow wider attendance. John Houzenga notes poor road conditions on Route 1 and jokes about needing rope to pull Dan Harney from mud mornings.
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Christian Church
Wae North
C. C. Carpenter
Rev. Carpenter
Thomson
John Houzenga
Route 1
Dan Harney
Ser wet garage owner to wed Miss Dorothy McRoberts
Fred R. Hanuff n, proprietor of the Ser wet garage, will marry Dorothy L. McRoberts of 210 Harrison St., Davenport, Iowa. They may make Thomson their future home. Reeves Kratz of Sterling underwent a hernia operation at Jane Lamb hospital Monday and is improving. Walter Watcon sped up duties to about a month, aiding annual payments. Basketball boys practice in Savanna and seek at least a win in their first game.
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Fred R. Hanuff_n
Ser'wet Garage
Dorothy L. McRoberts
Harrison St
Davenport
Iowa
Thomson
Reeves Kratz
Sterling
Jane Lamb Hospital
Thomson State Bank
Walter Watcon
Savanna
Argo News Recaps Local Events And Shifts In Town
Argo notes report deaths and obituaries while church and club delegates prepare for the State Farmers Institute in Quincy. Local lights funds reach full year ahead, with residents praised for keeping the town on the map. Families visit relatives, seed corn discussions draw crowds, and Home Economics discussions feature Dr Mary Sagner on child care. The condensary business changes hands as plans for reforms unfold.
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Keether
Rockford
Gertrude Foltz
Quincy
Argo-Fa Home Economic Club
Geo. Schmaling
Carroll County
State Farmers’ Institute
Albert Cooper
Harry
St Louis
Hanover
Clarence
Claude Densmore
Sharon
Wison
Jas. Musimert
Mt. Carroll
Roske
Iverthum
Illinois University
Cora Beattie
Canada
Sen Rea Lanark
Dyavel Moyer
Moyer
Argo
Carrie Densmore
Mary Sagner
Lote
Jesdna Carroll
Della Williams
Doba
Coreei
Oliver Vinore
Acreral
Dr. Sagner
Tord Alema
California
Parent-Teachers Meeting at Y. C. H. S. Draws Large Crowd
The P T A gathering at the Y C H S was highly attended with the auditorium at capacity. Mr. W A Adams, now in charge of the entertainment, announced further programs for local people, and the evening was well received by the audience.
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Tre Meooting
Y. C
H. S
Wtam
Tais
W. A. Adams
Fragmented OCR Caption Sparks Puzzle of 19th Century Text
A garbled OCR extract presents a jumble of names and phrases, suggesting a historical article fragment. Readable bits hint at individuals such as Fuller and Grote, with scattered terms like Prophets and Lefery Lao. The exact event, date, and place remain unclear in the corrupted record.
Births Report for Fern Leone and Family Arrival
Fern Leone and family welcomed a new birth with arrival noted at a local hospital. The report lists hospital day details and recognizes the family’s participation in the welcome, reflecting the community notice style of the period.
Fragmentary OCR Note on Vorera Thirteenth District Primary
The unreadable text mentions a candidate Romul jean nesination for the ec and ferm as Hepr scavstive in Congress from this District. Primary details are garbled with scattered letters and broken names, making a clear conclusion impossible.
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Etery
Romul Jean
Towns hold annual trade days in Carroll county
The Mirror-Democrat notes Savanna and Thoason are the only Carroll county towns with annual trade days. It mentions Glaine Peek’s illness delaying a trip to Mayo Clinic and hopes for his recovery. The Review reports their press motor upgrade and requests the return of borrowed tools from Mrs. Elmer Lawrence.
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The
Mirror-Democrat
Bet Glaine Peek
USA
Savanna
Thoason
Carroll County
Elmer Lawrence
Tom Kustes Drives New Chevrolet Sedan This Week
Tom Kustes cruises the region in a brand new Chevrolet sedan, explaining a week of extended road outings as he enjoys the fresh wheels and steady motor.
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Tom Kustes
Poffenberger Enters Savannah Sheriff Race
Chas Poffenberger of Savannah, a four year police veteran and current state police special agent, announced his candidacy for county sheriff at the April primaries. He spoke in Thomson on Thursday and urged voters to support him on April 13.
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Chas. Poffenberger
Savanna
Thomson
Sherif
Poffenberger
Thomson Wins First Tournament Opener In District Showdown
Thomson defeated Hanover 13 to 11 in a closely contested district tournament opener. Both teams traded misses on free throws as the game stayed tight throughout. Morris beat Galena and will face Savanna in the finals Saturday while Thomson may meet Milledgeville Friday in a later round.
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Hanover Py
Alt
Morris
Savanna
Thomson
Milledgeville
Lanark man tours Thomson to campaign for sheriff
George W. Dyson of Lanark visited Thomson for several hours on Thursday to campaign for county sheriff at the upcoming primaries and met a notable number of voters during his stop.
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George W. Dyson
Lanark
Thomson
Crowell for Congress in Thirteenth District on Republican ticket
Oregon Illinois candidate Crowell announces bid for U S House in Thirteenth District at the April 13 1926 primary. He highlights twelve years in state and county service as mayor and farm owner in Ogle county plus leadership roles with Red Cross and local banks, stressing agricultural focus and public service record.
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Solon W. Crowell
Oregon
Ilinois
Thirteenth
Be.well
Ogle
Ogle County
Crowell
Red Cross
Oregon Bank
Farm du- Ail
Bolhous Purchases D. E. Hollinshead Hardware Store
Clarence Bolhous, proprietor of a hardware store, has purchased D. E. Hollinshead Hardware. Possession to be given at month start. Bolhous plans a new stock line and cash-only sales to cut margins. He is preparing the shop and extends best wishes for success.
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Clarence Bolhous
D. E. Hollinshead Hardware
Larence
Catholics Hold Special Services With Strong Attendance
Catholics at the church held special services over the past few days with large attendance and sermons reported as very good. Local residents were invited to participate and observe these services across town.
Roads Worsen As Week Prolongs Potholes Deepen
The piece notes roads growing deeper with no bottom in sight as a bus misses its regular run on Monday. Residents, led by Mr Adams, remark at length about worsening conditions. The writer looks ahead to spring bringing relief and happiness.
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Adams
Calaus Prins and Robt Gro Haraging in Chicago with Stock
Calaus Prins and Robt Gro hararing arrived in Chicago Monday evening with four loads of cattle. Calaus traveled with a load of his cattle and hoped they would sell well.
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Calaus Prins
Robt. Groharing
Chicago
Calaus
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