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Newspaper
Thomson Review
Location
Thomson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1938
Page
4
The article cautions residents in northern Illinois about wildfire risk from dry grass and brush along roadsides and in parks. It notes fires can spread to farm buildings and crops, even though there may be less forested areas than other states.
The Fair Haven Aid Society meets May 5 with Mrs. Ray Isenhart to be chosen as an ex officio member. The day’s keyword is Maker. Mrs. Harold Turnbaugh will lead devotions. Roll call asks for a famous Bible mother. Refreshments by Mrs. Sucher and Mrs. Her.
Anemia is the reduction in the amount of red coloring material or hemoglobin in circulating blood. The intensity varies from minor changes to a serious reduction in hemoglobin, as much as 80 to 85 percent below normal.
Obituary notices from Lanark and nearby towns report Hattie Garner Roberts 77 dying at home near Lanark and burial at Cherry Grove cemetery, Maggie Hinders 74 of Shannon, Wilber M. Keim 76 of Mt. Carroll, J S Spahr 80 at county farm, George Feltman 91 of Lanark, Reuben Peters 70 of Lanark, Hilda Divilbiss 39 of Mt. Carroll, Charles Miller 61 of Lanark. Surviving relatives span Rockford Milledgeville Freeport Chadwick and more. Funeral services held in multiple churches and homes with local ministers officiating.
Carroll county cattle drew top prices at the Chicago Stock Yards on Wednesday. A 1362 pound steer load from Lanark brought $10.65 per cwt, sold for Eastern shipment. Mt. Carroll operator Judge Stransky led with 36 head at $10.25 per cwt. Other consignors included N. A. Tolstrup of Carroll with 102 head of prime hogs at $7.85 per cwt and Albert Derrer of Lanark with 24 head of cattle plus 21 steers and three heifers selling at $8.50 per cwt.
Mrs. Elsie Ross Butler led a subject-matter session for Carroll county girls 4 H leaders at the Farm Bureau office in Mt. Carroll. The group discussed self-character analysis and wardrobe color choices with health focus on skin care this year. Attendees included Mrs. Claude Cook Chadwick and others from Lanark Savanna Thomson and Mt. Carroll areas.
Two Dutch windmills remain as picturesque landmarks in Du Page county. The Heideman mill built in 1867 operated until 1929, with a 75 foot sail span near Addison. The Ahlers Mill exhibit in Mt Emblem Masonic Cemetery preserves 1850 wooden workings and is illuminated at night.
State Entomologist W P Flint warns of army worm outbreaks reaching Carroll county with heavy infestations unlikely in some areas. Poison bran bait is the best control and can prevent losses if applied early in pastures meadows and wheat fields. Farm Adviser M P Roske says farmers can obtain poison at the Farm Bureau office for help from local advisers.
High school graduates may compete for University of Illinois scholarships with competitive exams held on the first Saturday in June. County scholarships go to the top scorer eligible for four years of study, while Farmers' Institute awards in agriculture and home economics require a 70 or better average. Applications must be filed by May 31 with details from G B Tuttle, University registrar.
Soil Conservation Service terraces on cooperating farms prevent top soil loss and maintain or raise yields according to Lee Roy Piper Mt Carroll camp superintendent. Wide magnum base outlets prevent gullying and help discharge terrace water. county farm advisers and SCS offices offer guidance.
The United States Civil Service Commission announces open competitive exams for Farm Manager at 2900 dollars yearly and Assistant Farm Manager dairying at 2500 dollars yearly. Full details available from the Secretary of the Civil Service Board of Examiners at post offices or custom houses in first or second class cities, or from the Commission in Washington D C.
The Carroll County 4 H club held a demonstration school at the farm bureau office on Wednesday evening May 4 to train members for demonstrations this year. Harold Jepson, district 4 H adviser, attended and prizes were discussed for outstanding work. Demonstration teams of two members show soil testing and other tasks before community groups. Fame is test climbing a greased pole for ten dollars and ruining a suit for fifteen.
A terse item references Mount Carroll and Black 268, noting the charge is at our expense. specifics are unclear due to fragmented text but the note implies responsibility for a telephone or service deduction tied to Mount Carroll.
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