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Newspaper
Thomson Review
Location
Thomson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1935
Page
9
A mixed piece shows poems attributed to Mary Carolyn Davies and Tony Wons, followed by a school program note. The text mentions a glee club, a concert schedule in Jewell, and local guests with names and places referenced.
School notes a band concert Monday featuring numerous specialty numbers. About 200 students are enrolled, with Ned elected to a newly noted position and duties on committees and programs. The event aims to be a lively social function at the school.
Church program notes list services for First Evangelical Lutheran, Fair Haven, St Pauls Lutheran, and Here is a Luther League investment pitch. Entries include Sunday School at 9.30, morning worship, evening services, devotions, and lectures with pastors Berge Bischoff Eberly.
A letter from Hiram dated November 13 describes ill health in Chadwick and poor luck, then shifts to lighthearted banter about calves, jokes found in chat rooms, and a rumor that locals fear readers might write about them. He mentions two “lolly pa looser” and a friend who uses a pointed device to move people, avoiding naming specifics.
About 60 youths from Hope Evangelical Church attended a Friday evening party. Mary Taylor Mrs. Cur tis Naniga and Mildred Lehreiner organized the event with a program of songs prayers led by Rev. Eberly a vocal trio by Lucille Neva and Marian Hartman and an instrumental duet by Anita Rehn and Jean Schreiner. Two periods of games followed led by Lenora Rahn and refreshments ended the night.
Ramah Chapter C. E. 5 held its annual election of officers Tuesday evening in the club rooms. Elected were Mrs. Don Barris worthy matron Oscar Dachier worthy patron Mrs J O Kerch assisting matron John Kerch assisting patron Mrs Charles Dial conductress Mrs Charles Honbetret assisting conductress Mrs Harve Zugschwerdt secretary Mrs Bertha Cabeugh treasurer. Other officers to be appointed soon. Installation set for Tuesday November 26 with plans underway.
A total of 528.64 arrived here last week for the Fair Haven township school treas ury. Treas urer F. W. izugschwerdt announced the Novist apportionment from Carroll county distributive funds from sales tax receipts. The nine districts share includes Chadwick No. 85 with 183.87 and other district splits ranging from 39.67 to 59.50, supporting local school expenditures.
A large crowd attended the Armistice dance sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary at the Community Hall Monday night. Music was supplied by the Georgia Wildcats, who also participated in the Legion Jamboree held here a few weeks ago.
Dr George Moeckel a longtime Fair Haven resident and retired veterinarian celebrated his 86th birthday Sunday at home. Attendees included Mrs Loval Logan and Mrs Arthur Seipel of Savanna. He recently moved to Chadwick with his wife and has many local friends wishing him more years. Just-A-Mere Club Hosts Nine Members at Friday Meeting.
Miss Bessie Schreiner announces a cake and pie social at Fair Haven Center School next Thursday evening November 21. Jimmie Morgan will serve as auctioneer. The public is invited to attend and remember the date.
Members of the Queen Esther Circle met in the home of Mrs. Denton Naniga on Tuesday evening of last week. The program included Thanksgiving readings, songs, poems, and a Thanksgiving story, with Mrs. Lee Emnyre, Mrs. John Mathias, and Mrs. J. D. Martin in charge. A birth was announced for Mr. and Mrs. Edward Loechel at the Sterling hospital on Sunday morning. Mary Elizabeth Quest born to Mr. and Mrs. William Quest at Freeport hospital Sunday night.
Mrs Elmer Fink and Mrs Fred Dahler hosted the Golden Rule class of the First Evangelical Lutheran Church last Tuesday evening. The program included scripture prayer a Luther study English literature and a story. A Christmas box packing committee and a six month attendance contest were formed with the losers hosting the winners.
Mrs Henry F Weber 18 hosted a quilting gathering for ladies yesterday afternoon. The event featured several attendees including Mrs Lephasem and Mrs Miume Turnbaugh as listed among participants.
Pleasant Hill school to sponsor a social on November 23 with a pie and cake social and a public auction. Miss Alice Schleuing, teacher, announces the event inviting the community to attend for a good time.
Local PTA held a meeting with a program featuring typing and vocal demonstrations, Boy Scout activities, and a playlet by grade pupils. Red Cross membership drive announced with solicitors to begin next week.
The Woman's club and local high school students will gather at the gym for a Public Health program featuring Dr. Warren G. Murry of Dixon as the keynote speaker. Essays by students will be judged, prizes awarded, with vocal numbers by the Girls and Boys Glee clubs. Mrs. Chas. Demmon hosts the event, the fourth in the club's 31st year, meeting every two weeks through May 4.
Members of the Woman's Missionary Society of the Hope Evangelical church met yesterday afternoon at the home of Mrs. O. H. Irsei for Thanksgiving offerings. A large number of offering boxes were presented. Mrs. Anna Weber oversaw the program including songs, scripture, testimonies, readings, leaflets, and a book study on women’s roles and global missions. Hostesses were Mise Ex 7 Ebelly and Mrs Orval Rahn for the Loyal Belles class program at the Hope Evangelical church Tuesday evening last week.
Irvin Ritenour, local Burlington agent, says special excursion rates exist for the International Livestock Exposition in Chicago from November 20 to December 7. By buying on November 30 or December 1, a round trip costs $2.60, about one cent per mile, valid seven days from purchase to return.
Members of the Relief Corps met at Harris hall on Tuesday at 2 pm for their November gathering. Refreshments were served by Mrs. Frank Cheeseman and Mrs. Elizabeth Hahnadel. The program included songs, poems, piano solos, readings, a story, and a reading of the Star Spangled Banner, featuring Mrs. Lee Spencer, Mrs. Katie Dambiman, Mrs. Philip Kradle Sr., Mrs. Elizabeth Hahnadel, Mrs. JWm. Spahr, and Mrs. Frank Cheeseman Long.
Eight members of Woodbine camp were entertained by Mr George Lang at her home on Thursday evening. Business matters were discussed then a jovial hour followed with refreshments provided by the hostess who also celebrated her birthday anniversary. Guests included Mrs Elizabeth Senneff, Mrs William Mest, Mrs Mary Wilken, Mrs TD Carley, Mrs Charies Carley, Mrs Mary Weidman, Mrs Lucinda Sucher, and Nex Ww Schreiner.
Local producer Curtis Naniga will install a Jamesway incubator in his produce station rear room, bringing Chadwick its first hatchery. The 1936 model, with electric and hot air heating, will hatch multiple breeds to meet diverse poultry needs. Hatching expected after holidays, drawing interest from area residents seeking home-raised chicks.
A group gathers at the Eisfeller home on Wednesday to celebrate Mrs Chas Eisfeller’s birthday. Guests include Mrs G Haag, Mr and Mrs Ed Lehner, Mrs George Deden, Mrs John Spinks, and others, sharing dinner and a pleasant day.
Community plan to collect magazines and old newspapers to support spring hand contests. The school band will notify members in the near future and a collection within the next few days is expected to cover forthcoming TAM TISCS related activities.
Local notice runs in the Review promoting the Fall edition of a Super Be event led by Ralph Fortis of Phillips. The brief ad references rural service and a telephone contact omitted in the OCR.
Chadwick high school prepares for a preseason game against Fulton High next Tuesday night. Players include tall Juniors and seniors from Chadwick with several six-foot plus athletes. Local prep teams and coaches plan for the matchup as preparations continue.
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