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Newspaper
Thomson Review
Location
Thomson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1936
Page
2
The Thomson Review 1875 1879 1893 publication marks its weekly Thursdays issue from Thomson Illinois. Publisher Foster L Stagg and H G Stagg manage business. The paper appeals to Carrell County residents as honest, hardworking citizens supporting churches banks and local commerce while dedicating future issues to these ideals.
The piece links spring’s renewal to spiritual vitality found in God. It cites Isaiah’s promise that those who wait on the Lord renew strength, contrasts earthly cycles with divine presence, and notes Moses’s enduring vigor. It argues life depends on God, not seasons, and references Mary Baker Eddy on renewal through belief.
Carroll County community notes report spring sports activity and school events. Thomson and Carroll County teams gear up for baseball and softball. local fundraisers and fairs planned. Residents prepare for graduations, summer plans, and a new pool project. News covers insurance business, pool construction, and a planned Plymouth raffle for Cheese Day with tickets selling at low cost.
Long fragment details a rural fair week with horse racing, bets, and crowd fervor. Describes six horses racing daily, a flea bitten gray from Chicago stealing the show, and near misses by Grier and Van Landon entries. Local chatter recalls season tickets and community events surrounding the fair.
1936 Review outlines Carroll County platform calling for electing efficient town village and county officers. urges promoting community sports, supporting highway patrols and county road improvements. Rambling item list mentions Milledgeville Thomson joint efforts and a sportsman’s paradise theme for Carroll County.
In 1936 review, candidates pledge tax reduction and adherence to the Constitution. Safety and crime themes appear, with emphasis on farming support and farmers' interests.
A county sportsmen’s clubs rally is urged to demonstrate strength through organized action. The piece condemns federal agents for actions against illicit distilleries, arguing they overstepped authority and violated state laws harming citizens and property. It calls for state punishment and lawful disposal of any seized product.
A fragmented list of individuals with May birthday notices across Chadwick Thomson Milledgeville Lee Center and nearby towns. Names include CG M Cambman LaVerne Manning Jimmy Sites Elmer Bickert Olive Hoffman Paul Lewis Bernard and Jernice Noriman William Boylan Glen Dagger Edvin Livengood Lyle Bickert Sheldon Frank Irvin Leitz George Kauffman Mary Taylor Mae Balk Catherine Dyson Joanna Poifenberoer Arla Brown and others. A stray line mentions a Chicago-bound car and a flea bitten gray, reflecting unclear transcription.
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