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Newspaper
Thomson Review
Location
Thomson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1932
Page
5
In Carroll County the editorial notes a strong Democratic win and forecasts party-led work ahead. It highlights a county tax association meeting in Lanark, bankers handling deposits, and community resolve after Armistice Day with Chadwick residents stabilizing a local bank and backing regional economic plans. The piece praises Hoover Roosevelt cooperation and urges continued unity as the county moves to address taxation and finance.
Carroll county to launch the Tuberculosis Christmas seal drive led by Mrs. Mary Elliott of Savanna. The campaign opens on Thanksgiving, aiming to raise funds through seal purchases to battle the disease. Local families may find boys and girls asking to buy seals, with pennies and dollars pooled to support state and national tuberculosis programs.
Mt Carroll Friday saw Walker coached Carroll County boys defeat Warren 2 0 with a late Cronister field goal to clinch the Little Five Conference title. Cronister kicked the winning points in the final seconds as Mt Carroll held Warren near the Mt Carroll goal line most of the game. Ross Williams, Rod Smith, and Adama starred on defense and backfield for the Carroll County squad in tough windy, cold conditions.
York's prominent checker players anticipate the winter season as the club resumes activities after last season. Veteran Joe Wilt defends his title with renewed effort while several practices have started and participants expect strong competition this winter.
A report shows Val Boerner, seven terms as Carroll Circuit Clerk, paid into the county treasury 19 and, after salaries, his office turned over 19 293 77. The record covers fines, property titles, judgments, and years of government storage. Misa Adams and clerk balance each year and remit excess funds to the treasury.
Citizens of Fulton celebrate as the former Fulton State Bank is to reopen after the state grants a new charter. Paperwork signed in Springfield confirms the charter and Fulton residents commend the cautious policy that led to the reopening. A doctor quips a cold bath each morning could do the average man some good.
George Lang Sr of Chadwick and Thomas Bashaw of Preston Prairie are named among county’s pioneer farmers earning Fifty Year Club recognition. Bashaw, born 1847 in Montreal, settled in Carroll County in 1877 and farmed through depressions and wars, praising the nation yet noting low farm prices. Lang, born in Germany and arriving in 1858, settled in Carroll County by 1859, served on the Chadwick school board and as town official, farming from 1866 to 1927, and remains active as a “young-old” farmer with a city farm.
Reports from seasoned duck hunters say the season is waning after a Friday with favorable conditions. Several bagged sizable hauls, but many believe the best flights have moved south and the season is nearing its end, while political talk hints at forthcoming Democratic missteps.
County Clerk Walter Watson reports eighty seven of eighty nine absent ballots returned properly voted. Circuit Clerk Beerser notes thirty six residents voted by absent ballot from outside the county. Ballots went to residents in Illinois other states and towns in Rhode Island Michigan California Montana Missouri North and South Carolina Wyoming. Funeral services held for Mrs A S Babb former Fair president. County Taxpayers Association to meet in Lanark. Children to start selling Christmas Seals. High school basketball schedules announced. War veterans and local residents listed among absentees with many towns represented by voters.
Savanna hospital club hosted the annual Gall Day event with Miss Amy Andalin announcing four years of donations to the Savanna public hospital. About fifty visitors toured the institution, with Mrs. Schreiter and others in the receiving line and a tea served by local women. Schools and community groups contributed food and other donations, while local residents and the Savanna Ordnance depot aided. Rabbit hunting notes from Stason opening week also mentioned as a sidebar activity.
The premium list committee moved the Illinois section one vocational fair from November to December 21. Prize money totals 385 dollars, to be awarded as prizes only. Entry fees may fund judges and other costs, with possible five to ten cent taxes per entry. The list targets high schools in the region with classes for potatoes wheat and oats yellow and white corn eggs and various chicken breeds.
The Cy County Taxpayers Association schedules its November meeting at Lanark on Monday Nov 28 with a complete program to be assembled by a subcommittee led by President John H Shirk of Etgeville. The group vows to cut taxes and urges all county taxpayers to join, stressing non partizan aims and speakers from authorities in various lines.
A funeral service for Mrs A S Babb was held on November 11 with many friends gathering to pay final tribute to the deceased. Proceeding details and attendees are listed in the community notice.
Funeral services were conducted for Ida N. Babb, wife of State Representative A. S. Babb, who died suddenly from a heart attack at her home. The service at Bethel Evangelical church was led by Rev H. L. Collins, with interment in Brethren cemetery at Shannon. Born Aug. 13, 1865, she lived as a devoted mother and community worker in Shannon, active in the county fair and numerous organizations.
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