Melon Pickers Win Easy Game From Indians
The Melon Pickers defeated the Camanche Indians 7 to 1 on the local diamond last Sunday. Howard Leavens led pitching in old-time form while Lute Clyde Blaine and Howard Leavens supported with solid defense and timely hitting. The four Leavens brothers wore gray uniforms with a watermelon insignia and the word Thomson across the chest, drawing attention as the team prepared and posed for photos. The game was fast, one error, and the local squad appeared ready for the season with steady improvement expected.
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Howard Leavens
Camanche Indians
Leavens Brothers
Lute
Clyde
Blaine
Howard
Thomson
Beil
Bell
Clinton
Frank Lewis
Vanark Man Tops Chicago Market With 300-Pound Load
Lanark broker John L Morris sold a 300-pound load at the Chicago market on April 29 consigning to Chicago Produce Commission. His stock led the market, gaining 240 funds over home weights, and Morris praised the sale and handling. The Chicago Producers Commission Association is owned and controlled by farmers, with many county farmers regularly patronizing the service.
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John L. Morris
Lanark
Chicago
Chicago Produce Commission
Morris
Chicago Producers Commission Association
Foi County
Church Services Schedule At Clark Williagas Pastor
Church timetable lists morning worship at 10:00 a.m. and evening service at 7:45 p.m. The 1st League meets at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday with pastor Clark Williams noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
oMmsan A We Tas
Clark Williagas
Mt Carroll park named a beauty spot in Illinois
Smith's park at Mt Carroll is designated as one of Illinois hundred beauty spots by a University of Illinois committee. Carroll county boasts scenery rivaling any area this side of the Rockies.
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Smith’s Park
Mt. Carroll
Illinois
University of Illinois
Carroll County
Rockies
Aged Carroll County Lady Passes Away
Mrs. Anna Rush mother of Frank Rush died at her son's home in Savanna after strokes. Born April 26 1846 in Ohiopyle Pennsylvania she married James Rush December 25 1866. Survived by four children Ollie Atherton Ideal Fred Nobile Granger Thomas Savanna and Frank Thomson plus nine grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. Funeral was held at Savanna with burial in Oak Hill cemetery Mt Carroll.
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Thomson
James Rush
Ollie Atherton
Ideal
Fred Nobile
Granger, Wash
Thomas
Savanna
Lll
Frank
Rush
Pennsylvania
Fairhaven Township
Chadwick
Mt. Carroll
Oak Hill
Home Coming Letter From Iowa From Jewell Residents
Jewell Iowa April 4 1924 Dear Sir it has been over three years since we left our native state and came to the land where the tall corn grows We farm on the shores live in the tenant house and they in their new home built by Thomson carpenters Stanhope nearest town is about the size of Thomson and ships stock yearly The most important event is our son Maurice nearly a year old We like it here soil rich mud in spring sandridge roads and August patches of ripe melons We have returned to Thor son twice and plan more often There is no town like the old home town and no folks like the old home folks We enjoy the letters to Mr Keltner and enclose a 1 50 subscription for another year Yours sincerely Mr and Mrs Glenn Hinds Route 3 Jewell Iowa
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Jewell
Iowa
Thomson
Linois
Sir
Clif. Taylor
Thomson Boy
Thomson Carpenters
Stanhope
Maurice
Thorson
Keltner
Glenn Hinds
Route 3
Girl Starts 17 Year Feud Halted by Farnum Film
Nell Camp, raised by the Benchleys and claimed by the Camps, triggers a seventeen year family war in the William Fox production The Gun Fighter. Billy Buell joins the Camps, tests himself, and ultimately shoots Nell, ending the feud as Doris May portrays Nell Camp.
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Girl
Farnum
Helen of Troy
Catherine I
Desdemona
Anne Bolyn
Cleopatra
Nell
Camp
William Farnum
William Fox
Amuse-U
South Carolina
Nell Camp
Benchleys
Billy Buell
Benghleys
Campa
Doris May
Savanna Rivalry Sparks Debate Over Legion and Park Teams
In Savanna, residents debate which local baseball squad is superior, with many claiming the Legion and Park teams are evenly matched. The Mirror Democrat notes widespread sports talk and community interest as fans compare performances and prospects.
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Savanna
Legion
Park
Mirror- Democrat
Cal
Decoration Day Program Sought by Local Groups
Many readers inquire about a Decoration Day program. Old soldiers are few, yet churches and organizations could carry on the observance as in past years. Suggestions from individuals or groups are welcomed for space in the Review to honor Civil War veterans.
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Old Guard
Jas
J A Hopkins to Offer Evening Dental Sessions
J A Hopkins of Savanna will run evening dental office hours at Thomson every Wednesday and Saturday from 5:00 to 9:00 PM, providing patient access outside standard hours.
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Savanna
Thomson
Dance Club Disbands After Disturbance At Event
A Mother's Day program disturbance at the Methodist led to the local dance club disbanding after last Friday's event. Marshal Demick could not arrest the two main troublemakers as about twenty people clashed with the officers. The club says future dances may resume only by invitation. Local residents note visitors and ball team members helped improve the diamond and pump area for fans.
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Methodist
Pegram
Marshal Demick
Visitors Come Again to Cheer Local Ball Club
Large crowds from Mt. Carroll Chadwick Sisara is Fulton attended the hall of fame day. Town residents praised the team for fair play and effort, noting the club has built a strong reputation on the square. Management invites out of town visitors back next Sunday to face Clinton all-stars.
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Hall’ Fame
Mt. Carroll
Chadwick
Sisarais
Fulton
Wasime
Clinton's All-Star American Lesson Here Sunday
The American Legion team of Clinton brings the cream of their baseball world to the local diamond Sunday. The lineup may include Van Hart, Penney, and Delaney, with several other stars also in the mix. Clinton aims to show a strong, well-rounded squad against a tough visitor and needs full support to win.
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Clinton
American Legion
Legion
Sterling
van St Hart Nes
Penney
Delaney
Mothers Gather for College Invitation at Galesburg
Roy Houghton and her daughter Mary attended a college invitation event in Galesburg where over 200 mothers gathered.
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Roy Houghton
Mary
Galesburg
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J. A. Hopkins
Fanny Mathers
Aurora, UL
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F. J. Reynolds
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Harley Booth
Booth
Society Circus
Durkee’s
Alinois
Towle
Evers
Ray
Gorca
oShaetTs
Feck
Sft
Pastre Piahie
Messande
Ponte
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