Payments to Schools Increase in Carroll County
State distributive school funds arrived more promptly this year, with receipts higher than in past years though some shortages remained due to a registration error. Carroll County Schools expect about 97,748.46 dollars from prior claims, with most funds now paid to township treasurers such as Washington, Woodland, Salem, and Raven, reflecting improved disbursement from the state tax on sales.
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Carroll County
Lawrence EB. Bruch
Elsims
Carcoll County
Relief funds in Carroll County face shortfall
Carroll County relief rolls show 659 persons aided while funds run short due to lower than expected revenue. State officials note sales tax may supply $2,500 to $2,500, leading to a potential shortage of up to 707,122 for March if tax income misses projections.
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Carroll County
Mateh
Axyme
Rural schools share state funds this week
State distributive school funds were allocated to several rural districts in the county. Amounts include Carroll 8275.08 Savanna 62, Shay Wachariast Preerom 462, Woodland Cherry Grove 48.84 Shannon 90.95, Lied es SIK.57 Buck C leu Sta 82, with funds sent to townships for children in the various areas.
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Shiw
Janene
Varios
Carroll
Savanna
Shay
Wachariast
Cherry Grove
Shannon
Liebis
Buck
Fingerprint Service Established in Carroll County
Carroll County residents may have fingerprints taken at the sheriff's office for voluntary filing with a national identification bureau. The program, a cooperative effort with the Washington based Citizens Bureau of Identification, aids accident victims and amnesia cases. Participation is voluntary and records are kept confidential for official use only. Sheriff Eber Shepherd and Deputy Ray Westfall will assist those who wish to enroll.
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Carroll County
Eber Shepherd
Citizens' Bureau of Identification
Washington
Offics
Shepherd
Ray Westfall
Hopkins outlines WPA fund distribution in Illinois
Hopkins, state WPA administrator, explains 53.7 percent of funds in Illinois will fund highway projects at the state level. About 0.7 percent is earmarked for parks playgrounds and conservation work, water systems, and related projects. The remainder supports employment for women professional and technical workers and other categories.
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Hopkins
Hig Asener
Llinois
Ings
Yistrator
Dunham
Tio Central
CANDIDATE FOR COMMITTEEMAN IN ONE PRECINCT IN COUNTY
In Lima township neither Democratic nor Republican candidates filed for precinct committeeman. This is the only county precinct without a candidate. Across the county, Republicans and Democrats filed petitions, with three precincts expected to have Republican contention and others contested by Democrats. Incumbent HL DL Spearman seeks Fair Haven, while Democrats face contests in Savanna No 1 Carrell, Reckperk No 3.
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Lima Township
Althead
Cpublican
Fair Haven
Spearman
Aid 7
Kerch Democrats
Savanna
Carrell
Reckperk
Tan Wach
Republicans to Meet Friday Night at Mount Carroll
Republicans to meet Friday night in Mount Carroll for a joint gathering of the Carroll County central committee and the Republican club. The meeting starts at 8 oclock with invitation extended to all interested residents.
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Mount Carroll
Elish
Toart Havest
Carll
Welock
Why Letters Go Missent in Postal Guides
A historical note explains why mail misdirection occurs from duplicated town names and confusing abbreviations. It highlights towns such as Carroll Lanark Chaiswick Savanna and Shannon with duplicates across states, and shows how readers may misread state names, while noting skilled clerks can still decipher addresses in many cases.
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Carroll
Lanark
West Virginia
Chaiswick
Savanna
Missouri
Oklahoma
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Milledgeville
Thomson
Thonsem
Thompson
Shannon
Alabama
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Towa
Marion
United States
Better Living on Farm Aim of Farm Home Board
A county committee of 12 seeks a coordinated program in agriculture and home economics to improve living for farm families. 1934 figures show average farm families spent 313 dollars on food and household items, with Illinois college data noting cash value of home accounts and typical purchases such as milk, butter, meat, fruit, and vegetables.
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Better Living ON
AIM OF
Farm-Home Board
Conant Wieir
Keene
College of Iture
Illinois
Tive
Milledgeville Businessman Dies Saturday at 51
C E Dear a long time Milledgeville businessman died Saturday afternoon at about four. He had operated a grist and grocery story in Milledgeville for 61 years and recently withdrew from active work. Survived by widow, two daughters, a son and other relatives. Funeral services were held Tuesday at Trinity Lat Church with Rev Ed Beal officiating. Burial followed at South Yakeos cemetery.
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Milledgeville
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Nul
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Yikeos
Local notices and incidents from Milledeeville region
Wills admitted to probate. Sheriff announces fingerprint service for ID. D- George Cottral seeks new trial in a damage suit. Ludce Edwards under advisement with a decision later. Precinct committee candidates undetermined in Lima township. few contests for posts. Derr family report includes funeral and memorial details. Federal services held. multiple deaths noted. State officials warn March funds shortage. Mt Carroll opens old pension office. 4-H leaders plan year activities and possible summer camp. State distribution claims improve. many duplicate names listed in county directory.
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George Cottral
Ludce Edwards
Attorneys Seek New Trial in Cottral Suit
Attorneys for Dr George Cottral of Savanna seek a new trial in the Central vs Heinze case in the circuit court at Met Monday. Circuit Judge Harry of Dixon, who heard the pleas, took the case under advisement until a decision would be made. A verdict awarded damages of 6201.64 to the plaintiff Mesdiana Heinze at the last term of court.
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George Cotteal
Savanna
Met
Harry of Dixon
Mesdiana Heinze
Voters May Request Ballot From Any Party In Primary
Illinois voters on April 14 may ask for a ballot of any party in the primary. A gubernatorial candidate noted changes in party allegiance since 1924 and 1984 rules. The law permits voters to switch parties within the primary and select either party ballot.
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Robins Return Signal Arrival of Spring in Town
Local residents report robins back from their winter homes marking the start of spring. The sightings follow the Jatters’ return and align with early warm spells.
Real Estate Transfers and Local Property Moves
Real estate transfers listed include multiple parties across local properties. Transfers involve Gary Sharp, Shyema BloS, Terria Pectin, Maure, John, Haney Pars, and Frank Miller, with parcels within the area described and dates implied by the recording sequence.
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Cleo Tee WA Walt
Pet Ues Et al
Gary Sharp
Willer
Maure
Souk Hall
Sie
Frank Miller
Leaders of Boy's 4-H Clubs Plan Summer Camp Area
County leaders met with Frank Gingrich to map a summer 4-H program. Projects include bred heifers dairy heifers sheep cloth glass and related activities. Plans include a spring demo meeting and late summer judging contest with potential 4-H camp in the area.
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Innil County
Frank Gingrich
tLeir
Lic
Ross
County Farm Costs Drop in 1935 Report
County supervisors reviewed the annual county farm report showing operating costs down in 1935. The meeting covered farm receipts, discharges, and occupancy costs, with several items postponed for later action. The session ended after adjournment with discussions continuing at a later date.
Marriage Licenses Reported for Milledgeville Pair
Amar Sremar and Meredith Wade, both of Milledgeville, filed marriage licenses on Saturday March 7. The notice lists them as engaged to wed, pending official issuance.
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Amar Sremar
Te Flyde Cincken
Meredith Wade
Milledgeville
County to interview pension applicants by age over 75 first
Mt Carroll public welfare officials organize a county pension office in the courthouse, led by Superintendent G. Reiff with secretary Mary Schant. A temporary setup in the sheriff’s office aims to classify applications quickly, start investigations by midweek, and minimize fees.
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G. Reiff
Aired County
Monteroan
Ling Lo
Reiff
API
Admo
Wins Emergency Relief
Federal
Suma
Fecurity Board
Waghretin
Relief checks distributed to county recipients
A total of 176 checks were distributed to relief clients in Cartel county as the new cash program took effect. Mr Verna Landherr, administrator of the relief office, reported 105 checks given in the city of Sa and 71 mailed to residents living elsewhere. Distribution of checks will be on Saturday, March 7.
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Verna Landherr
Reo Tconis
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