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Newspaper
Thomson Review
Location
Thomson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1929
Page
3
A new University of Illinois circular explains the Comber test using potassium thiocyanate to judge soil acidity before clover planting. G M Linsley and F G Bauer note many farmers already save limestone and seed by testing 40 acres with 23 surface, 5 subsoil samples and mapping lime needs.
Dr. Andy Hall, state health director, notes diphtheria cases in Illinois rising steeply with Winds having the most cases among large states. Fresh cases reach 1,000 monthly nationally. Illinois reports 235 cases last week and 106 in early September, with cases 25 percent higher than 1928 and no prior year matches. Prompt antitoxin treatment on day one after onset yields recovery. later doses have limited effect. Cases reported from many areas indicate broad distribution and possible continued rise.
The notice calls for displaying flags on Main Street next Thursday, Thanksgiving Day, in sidewalk standards when places open for a few morning hours. It urges remembrance of the obligation and timely flag placement by businesses and officials.
Poultry raisers find chilly hens lay few eggs and are building warmer houses. Farmers report annual gains between $100 and $800 from improvements. Wisconsin style houses provide warmth and ventilation for laying hens. Cold damp houses hinder production. warm dry well ventilated houses boost egg output.
The grand jury this week plans a three day session. From Fair Haven are Henry Zugschwerdt and Charles Harris, with Frank Sheridan from York. Stagg from York has a vacant seat. John Neary announces his closing out sale for December 10. Bills will be issued this week as discussions continue with farm experts sharing knowledge.
Community singing led by Harmon Stakemiller and a prayer by Harmon Stakemiller. Music by Kness's. Reading by Blanche Seim. Song by the Male Quartette. Talk by Mrs. Henry Parsons. Lecture by Attorney H. H. Waite. Music again by Kness's. December committee: Louisa Daehler Elva Smith Grace Seim.
Albert Kaminski of Berlin Wisconsin reports 400 turkeys yield more profit than his dairy herd. He started with three Giant Mammoth Brown gobblers and 23 hens, plans to reach 1000 turkeys next year, keeping birds on alfalfa pasture and in a heated shed in winter. The flock consumes about $3 worth of feed daily.
The Argo Home Economies Club announces a bake sale this Saturday at the Raymond Carroll store in Argo. A wide array of treats will be offered and patrons are urged to support the sale. A donations list will be read at the next club meeting.
Molly returns from her first Sunday school visit with chocolates bought from a nickel given by her mother. The minister helped her into the church without charge, sparking a surprising lesson about generosity and goodwill.
A quirky dialogue presents two girls and a ticket request. The Ticket Girl notes two at you and asks about the other girl. The exchanges suggest a playful, rhyming banter with a hint of family relation.
Traveling salesman cracks a final Scotch joke as a customer replies with dry hope for hearing it again. The exchange captures a quick light moment with witty banter and implied audience laughter in a shop scene.
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