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Newspaper
Thomson Review
Location
Thomson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1960
Page
3
Babson argues for cutting cluttered curricula and larger classes to reduce costs while preserving educational outcomes. He warns against treating students as production units and calls for value driven reforms to lower taxes and improve learning quality. He also notes strong opposition from educators and emphasizes developing character and critical thinking.
Bob Wade, refuge manager on the Upper Mississippi Wildlife Refuge from Rock Island to Dubuque, notes strong crappie action through May. Anglers report 30 to 40 fish strings near Savanna, Frontress Lake area, Beaver Island near Clinton, and Apple River State Park streams. Spear and bow fishing rise as spawning nears. fishing for bass and northern pike remains limited while ducks nest north of the area and herons and cormorants rookeries are active.
Ernest L. Kneale, 81, longtime jeweler in Mt. Carroll, died Friday at Savanna city hospital after a stroke at home. Services were held Sunday at Frank funeral home with Rev. Ted Todd, burial in Oak Hill cemetery. He lived in Mt. Carroll since birth, married Eva Grove in 1906, survived by widow, one son Brendon Kneale, three grandsons, and a brother Harold.
Dor othy Footitt, Carroll county home adviser, will lead lessons on food prices and the farmer share at unit meetings this week. Events include May 9 Rock Creek Northern Lights, May 10 Cherry Grove Atoms, May 11 Chadwick Lamplighters, plus Mississippi and Palisades units with topics on aging, hobbies, and home topics. PALISADES PARK opens officially May 14 with same entrance fees as last year.
Over 100 Boy Scouts and Explorers competed in the U. S. Grant Council first aid meet at Galena High School. Eagle Patrol of Troop 95 Galena won with 1492 of 1560 points. Beaver Patrol and Post 492 earned A ratings.
Mr and Mrs Richard McCue and children of Savanna rented the farm house near Argona owned by Mrs Charles Sack. Roger and Lee Ann Strukhoff of Fulton stayed with grandparents Mr and Mrs M J Strukhoff. Donald Bull and family left for Mas tic Beach NY. Weekend guests were Marie Ruth and Jane Uchtorff of Macomb. Harry Root visited with son Thomas Root and family in Savanna.
Two 18 year old escapees Edward Klinger and Ralph Brubaker who hijacked deputy Eddie Loftus in Whiteside County were recaptured by a state trooper near Port Byron. They face possible kidnap charges in addition to burglary. Loftus was later freed with help from field officer John Landheer and local residents.
Mr. and Mrs. Donald Green and children visited Mrs. Green’s brother Mr. George St. Ores in Freeport for Sunday afternoon and evening. Earl Root and daughters from Kewanee visited Mr. and Mrs. Harry Root. Lynn Babcock and partner from Sterling dined with Mr. and Mrs. Ray Rupple.
The U S Grant Council of Boy Scouts of America offers an Outdoor Training for Scout Leaders weekend at Canyon Camp on May 21 22 led by Frank Doescher Council Leadership Training Chairman. Wisconsin and Illinois leaders participate in two days of outdoor scouting techniques training using Jam boree equipment.
A series of Sunday and Monday gatherings show Hanover residents hosting friends and relatives. Visitors included Rev. Fred Rennick from Detroit and families from Dubuque Fulton Macomb Rockford Mt Carroll and Mt. Carroll. Hosts ranged from the Rupples Sanders Heitmans to the Prins Petersens and more.
Sixteen people from Jo Daviess and Carroll counties met in Galena to form a combined chapter of the Illinois Retired Teachers Association. Miss Theresa Henneberry of Lincoln spoke on the history and benefits of statewide and national associations. Officers elected: President Mrs Otto Switzer, Vice President Mrs Isabell McDonald, Secretary Treasurer Miss Rose Marie Kersey. Officers welcomed attendees with coffee and cookies after the session. Separately, Driver licenses: James R. Murphy of Savanna had his license suspended after three traffic-law violations. Frank A. Hoover of Lanark received a probationary permit.
Several Thomson women attended the Tuesday afternoon gathering at Oak Park Christian Church Savanna sponsored by the church Mothers Club. Speaker Mrs Fred Rennick wife of a former pastor addressed the group. Attendees included Mrs Milton Larson Mrs Daniel Goldberg Mrs Lowell Allen Mrs Lester Sanders Mrs Jennie Griswold Mrs Harry Dittmar and Mrs Ward. Colleen Von Huizen of Fulton visited Tuesday with Mr and Mrs Merle Prins and family.
A recount of votes for county judge concluded Monday with Turnbaugh declared the winner. The review verified the initial tally and final result, confirming Turnbaugh's victory in the race.
Conclusions from a Carroll County Welfare Services meeting on April 28 1960 address resources for older residents and unemployment among ages 45 to 64. Citizens urge community organized activity recreation centers and workshops to reduce medical costs and attract industry as part of Illinois regional discussions ahead of the January 1961 White House Conference on Aging.
Announcement of the forthcoming marriage of Joyce Leavens a Chadwick grade school teacher to Guy W. Ghan. They plan to wed in June. Joyce is daughter of Mrs. Deloras Leavens of Savanna and the late Luther Leavens. She is a Northern Illinois University graduate. Ghan is son of Mr. and Mrs. Herbert W. Ghan of Brookfield Illinois and is pursuing a master’s degree in education at Northern Illinois University.
Atty Ed ward J Turnbaugh of Savanna won the Republican nomination for Carroll County judge by 19 votes after a late afternoon recount in the circuit courtroom. Final tally 1476 for Turnbaugh and 1457 for Atty James M Thorp of Milledgeville.
More than 700 Boy Scouts camped Friday night at Mississippi Palisades state park forming a tent city in Miller Hollow area after muddy roads diverted them from Canyon Camp. About 500 were unexpected guests en route to Galena for the U S Grant Council pilgrimage. park custodian Jack Stiles and Savanna leaders found sites despite heavy rain.
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