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Newspaper
Thomson Review
Location
Thomson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1934
Page
1
Fragmented text discusses inflation, relief rolls, and unemployment concerns in the United States. Mentions government spending, relief figures, and the impact on industrial regions like Pennsylvania and Illinois. References political figures and debates on welfare, with notes on Christmas Seals and winter aid plans.
A tier was granted to 2dr Keith Sneer of Law and T Sheean of Gulewa at ML Carroll. The notice confirms the assignment and adjacent administrative details.
Lanark residents celebrate as 60 percent of the old First National Bank deposits are now accessible. The new bank, taking over part of the failed institution's assets, began paying dividend checks and fulfilling a long dream since the banking holiday. Conservator Niemann and attorney Snively helped secure recovery for depositors amid the restructuring and OSC oversight.
Dutchtown Fathers and Sons gathered Friday night for their annual fellowship in the church hall. L J Gnangey of Chadwick was elected president for the year, with Lawrence Sireider and Russell Myers as vice president and secretary-treasurer. Music and readings highlighted the program as fathers and sons shared supper and speeches emphasizing fatherhood responsibilities and thoughtful guidance.
Hunters across county woods anticipate the official rabbit season opening on Saturday November 10. Weather friendly, plenty of rabbits in fields and lands, with many preferring fried rabbit or bunny naked with dressing. Penalties exist for field restrictions. landowners may grant permission for hunting on their properties. Duck season has begun with heavy river shooting and blinds rentable for six to eight dollars daily.
Remainder of 60 percent dividend checks to depositors of the closed First National Bank of Chadwick are being handed out this week to those who filed claims between July 1 and October 1 1934. There are 213 checks totaling 26632.95 dollars. Depositors must present proof of claim receipt and collect promptly. A second dividend payment is expected before Christmas.
Mt Carroll and Warren high schools meet Friday afternoon in Mt Carroll to decide the conference race. Mt Carroll, unbeaten, is favored after a 13 point win over Stockton. Mintz, the county seat quarterback, sparked the first touchdown by returning a Stockton pass 57 yards to the three yard line. Fritz scored the second touchdown as the team showed strong form.
A Woodland County competitor named Sinen Oliman won the state corn husking title, harvesting 25,249 bushels in 80 minutes near Earlville YaSalle County. Finishing second was B D Kahle, with 22,862 bushels. Oliman and Kahle will represent the state in Fairmont Minnesota. Ernest Beha, the 1985 champion from Patepam County, placed third with 1,?? busts, while the state record remains 26.9 bushels by Seiler in 1922. Carroll County’s champion did not qualify for the state meet.
Alfred J. Walter was appointed administrator of the estate of the late Alfred Walter. Belen Frateen was appointed to take charge. The estate of the late Peter H. Fransen had an approved probate with a $1,000 bond filed.
Northern Illinois voters backed Republican candidates with Leo B. Allen leading over Edward Nicholas. John Bingham of Galesburg and Edward Laughlin of Freeport were elected to the state house, while Homer Curtis of Stockton led over Franz of Freeport for the third seat, with Franz expected to prevail on final counts. A constitutional convention measure failed countywide, 1,649 for and 1,834 against.
Secretary of State Edward J. Hughes begins distributing 1985 automobile license application forms across Illinois. Initial shipments go to city and county clerks, police, sheriffs, newspapers, motor clubs, and oil stations and garages along highways to expedite owner filings. Forms go on sale over the counter around December 6 in the state capitol building, with urging to submit notarized applications and proper fees.
The Clinton corn show last week awarded sweepstake honors to farmers in Carroll and Whiteside counties. Wilson Cartright of Tampico won first with ten ears of yellow dent, praised as an outstanding sample. George Hicks of Thomson took best single ear, with E. P. Murray of Thomson also listed among Carroll county open division winners.
Carroll county farm bureau sponsors an afternoon feeder tour starting at 1 PM from Diehl farm near Lanark. Prof Robbins of the University of Minnesota and Walter Howe of Chicago join to discuss beef cattle experiments and future market conditions while visiting four nearby farms. Everyone is invited for a productive, informative trip.
Carroll county residents learn the Illinois department of transportation plans for a second season of roadside planting. About 2600 miles have been planted with hardy saplings since last fall. The project favors long lived varieties and natural groupings over formal rows, aiming to please travelers decades from now. Approximately BR fervent of plant life survived the summer, a favorable gardeners' note.
Sterling Gazette buys Milledgeville Free Press and will publish as usual. Mt Carroll high school football meets Warren for conference crown Friday afternoon. Armistice day programs planned by religious and educational groups this week. Public urged to apply for 1935 automobile license plates. Rabbits neck cover as the season opens. hunters expect fried rabbit weekend. National corn picking contest held in Minnesota today. First National Bank of Chadwick issues first dividend checks totaling 33632.95. Feeder Tour drives county farmers to hear livestock trends this afternoon. New bank opens in Mount Carroll. 60 percent of old Fiat National Bank deposits become available. New corn frame plans aid price of 20 cents a bushel plus 35 cents for seed.
Argo School reports top arithmetic performers: Donald Kaufman Laenne Holm Mildred Lohmeier all achieved 100 percent. Earl Kaufman scored 99 while Leland Dmaling reached 87 and Genevieve Carpenter plus Paul Carpenter earned 36 and 15 respectively. Seventeen boys and twelve girls totaling twenty nine are noted.
Banks in Carroll county will observe Armistice Day on Monday, November 22, and will be closed that day. Armistice Day falls on Sunday, with Monday a legal delay for banks and government restitutions. Post offices in the county will also observe holiday hours. Chadwick relatives report Phi Miller of Dison is getting better, though condition remains serious.
Democrats suffer county loss as Hartman and Shepherd contest fiercely in Carroll County with Hartman echoing strong support from Chadwick while Shepherd gains late from Savanna and Mt Carroll. The county sees record turnout and GOP leads across statewide tickets despite Democratic gains locally led by Connell.
Carroll county farmers may get 20 cent advance payments plus 53 cent seed loans on seal corn if they hold it for seed use. AAA may buy seed at 22 per bushel by May 1 1935, otherwise producers may sell locally with 20 cent advance repaid. If AAA exercises, producers receive 25 cents above the loan and price after interest. Continuous storage and seed quality approval required. The plan aims to conserve seed stocks and distribute to needy growers with lower costs.
Charles RK Schreiner transfers property to Brve Rit enout Chadwick Bradies adds lots 1 2 3 and 4 block 2 in a local real estate notice detailing parcel changes and ownership updates for the year.
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