Next Congress Will Face Major Debates And Uncertain Control
The article surveys how a new House and Senate will shape policy after the election, noting that the House may tilt Democratic if Roosevelt wins, or Republican if Landon prevails, while the Senate likely stays Democratic. It highlights key issues: taxes, New Deal spending, relief, military buildup, tariff policy, Townsend plan, and expiration of emergency laws, plus continued RFC funding and railroad ownership debates.
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House of Representatives
Roosevelt
House
Landon
Representatives
Senate
GOP
Deep South
Roose Yeu
Congress
Eee
Townsend
Washington
Colonial House
Pennsylvania Avenue
State Gets Low Bid on 171
State highway officials opened bids for paying state route 171 from Thom son through Argo Fa to route 78. Harrison Engineering and Construction Corporation of Kansas City Missouri submitted the apparent low bid of 203858 dollars, pending approval. Weather conditions and doubt about winter usability cloud start of work. real estate transfers of Savanna parcels are listed.
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Chadwick
Thomson
Argo Fa
Harrison Engineering and Construction Corporation of
Kansas City
State Department of Highways
Springfield
Missouri
Division of Highways
Harrison
Railroad Wreck Near Rochelle Triggers Detours Eight Trains Routed
A wreck on the North Western main line near Rochelle causes 26 cars to derail and tear up about 300 feet of track. Eight northwestern freight and passenger trains detour via Thomson Savanna Chadwick Milledgeville Rochelle while eastbound services reroute and Burlington crews manage the extra traffic. The incident involved a diesel streamliner named City of Ver and no crew injuries.
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North Western Railroad
Thomson
Savanna
Chadwick
Milledgeville
Rochelle
Burlington
North Western
Nehe
City of Ver
Milwaukes
Lyons to Speak at Midway Gardens Rally Monday
State Representative Richard J. Lyons of Mundelein will address a Republican rally at Midway Gardens west of Galena on Monday at 3 39 p m The event organized by the Young Republican association of To Davess county includes a free dance after the speaking and invites residents of Jo Daviess and nearby counties A large delegation from the county is expected to attend and the gathering honors Congressman Leo E Alien of Galena.
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Richard Lyons
Midway Gardens
Richard J. Lyons
Mundelein
Galena
Young Republican Organization
To Daviess County
Jo Daviess County
Young Republican Ax A Ki Sahe
Hornet
Leo E. Alien
Leo E. Allen
Carrell Service Company
Les Raho
Keox County Company
Voters to Register Here in October in County
Voters in Oxtroit county must register on October 13 and October 27 at local polling places. Judges will check old lists and known residents on the first date and register new voters at the polls on the second date. Voters must reside in their precinct 30 days, in the county 30 days, and in the state one year.
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Oxtroit
Savanna
Illinois pension aid not doubled by US funds
Springfield reports by state official James H. Andrews that federal participation will not automatically double Illinois old age assistance. The U S aid will cover half the cost. some pensions may rise after reconsideration, with applicants needing evidence of greater need. About 54,350 applications have been approved.
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U.S
Springfield
James H. Andrews
Cous Ty
Andrews
U. S
Andrew
Forrmer
Sheriff’s son wed in Clinton at St John’s Danish Lutheran
Clifton Shepherd of Clinton and Misa Frances Hansen of Clinton were married Saturday at 3 p.m. in St John’s Danish Lutheran church Clinton. Rev J C Kiner officiated with Ali len and DeWeerdt as attendants. The groom is son of Carroll County Sheriff Eber Shepherd. The couple honeymooned briefly and will reside in Peoria where Shepherd will work.
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Clifton Shepherd
Clinton
Savanna
Misa’ Frances Hansen
St John’s
J. C. Kiner
Ali Len DeWeerdt
Eber Shepherd
Carroll County
Shepherd
Dr Calkins Seeks Carroll County Coroner Post
Dr A A Calkins of Chadwick announces candidacy for Carroll County coroner on the Democratic ticket. He would succeed Dr Glenn Caseili of Satanna on the ticket after an early Monday statement by Democratic central committee members.
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A. A. Calkins
Chadwick
Carroll County
Democratic Central
Dr. Calkins
Glenn Caseili
Satanna
Casseil
Landon Fans Pack Savanna Stop in Monday Rally
Thirteen Carroll county residents rode the special train from Byron to Savanna to hear Gov Alf M Landon speak. Leo E Allen of Galena introduced him, with Sheriff Eber Shephard leading a car caravan. Landon praised prudent use of public funds and pledged similar restraint if elected.
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Carroll County
Alf M. Landon
Byron
Savanna
Leo E. Allen
Galena
Eber Shepherd
Harry Lowman
Lanark
County Central Committee
H.: . Speakman
Fair Haven
Landon
Frank O. Lowden
Oregon
Kansas
Mt. Carroll
H. L. I Spealman
Dwight Spealman
First P T A Meet of Year at Chestnut Park School
The first P T A meeting of the year at Chestnut Park School was held last Thursday evening. W D Waldrip, superintendent of Savannah city schools, spoke along with Principal Herbert Rawlins and teachers Miss Helen Switzer and Miss Elnora Weidman. Mrs Wayne Bowman, association president, presided and Weston Smith read the president’s monthly message. A tap dance and song number by Ruby Almquist and Janet Ervin with Mrs Ferdinand Grimm Sr at the piano followed.
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Chestnut Park
W. D. Waldrip
Savannna
Herbert Rawlins
Helen Switzer
Elnora Weidman
Wayne Bowman
Association
Weston Smith
Ruby Almquist
Janet Ervin
Ferdinand Grimm
Jdr
County 1936 valuation set at 16 014 935 for Carroll County
Carroll county lists a total 1936 property assessment of 16 014 935 with breakdowns: personal property 2 485 375 lands 9 929 190 lots 3 540 145 railroads 60 225 and notes that railroad equity and corporate stock fall under the state tax commission. Township totals are shown for Washington Woodsland Freedom Cherry Grove Shannon Luma Rock Creek Salem Mt Carroll Savana York Fair Haven Wy l j and Elkhorn Grove with sums ranging around 590 605 to 2 297 775.
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Carroll County
County Board of Review
Glass C
Washington
Woodsland
Freedom
Cherry Grove
Shanmon
Luma
Rock Greek
Salem
Mt Carroll
Savanas
York
Fair Haven
Three Escape Injury In Mt Carroll Crash Friday Evening
Three persons escaped serious harm in a two car crash at the corner of Clay and Market streets in Mt Carroll Friday about 6 PM. Mrs Clarence Colehour suffered a forehead bruise while Marian Wittenberger of Savannah and her father John Wittenberger were shaken. Marian had minor injuries from being thrown against the windshield. Vehicles sustained heavy front end damage and a wrecker removed them.
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MT. Carroll
Clay and
Market Streets
Mt.Carroll
Clarence Colehour
Mt Carroll
Marian Wittenberger
Savanna
John Wittenberger
Miss Wittenberger
Court of Honor Plans At Scout Meet In Savanna
A Savanna Scout meeting discussed a court of honor to be held Monday evening October 26 with A J Kennedy in charge. Scoutmasters were urged to prepare. D F Kirk introduced as new field executive of the A and Grant arcs and Clayton M Chatters of Freeport explained next summer camping. The Apple River Scout site is offered for weekend or overnight camps and troops are invited to use it. A weekend camp for Scouts is announced for October 10 and 12.
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Savanna
A. J. Kennedy
D. F. Kirk
A. & Grant Arcs
Clayton M. Chatters
Freeport
Boy Scout
Apple River
License to Wed Granted to Hall and Gray
John Cuthbert Hall of Chicago and Miss Jane Gray of Savanna obtained a marriage license from the county clerk on Thursday of last week signaling the forthcoming union between the two.
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John Cuthbert Hall
Chicago
Jane Gray
Savanna
Court of Honor for Saveenn Plans In Ontario
The plan for a court of honor in Ontario is noted for October 26. The item mentions preparations and local interest in the event with other community activities planned in the area.
Aviator Mathison Killed In Milledgeville Flight Crash
One of the barnstorming aviators, Will Mathison of Henderson Texas, died when his tri motor plane nose dived at Sterling airport after performing stunts for a crowd during Community Day. The crash occurred during a loop at under 600 feet. no defects were found, investigation findings point to pilot error.
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Will Mathison
Henderson
Texas
Milledgeville
Sterling
Mathison
Tex Valuation
Raily and Barbecue at Oregon October 4
A Republican rally and barbecue at the Orecon County Fair Grounds on October 4 features speakers including Congressman Dewey Short and former Gov. Henry J. Allen. The event promises prime beef barbecue, coffee, cream, and a large fireworks display, with free admission and extensive program activities planned.
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Orie County Fair
Ordees
Kal
Cong. Dewey Short
Miseouri
WAID
Chicago
Sheridan Is Named By Demos For Three Way Election
A three way battle for office is shaping the Sheridan race as the Democratic slate fields three candidates. Voters are expected to produce a heavy turnout with key issues and party loyalty driving the contest.
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Sheridan
Demos
Look For Hard Work At Election Look For Hard Work At Election
Democratic faction names Sheridan as circuit clerk candidate in Carroll county. Sheridan faces Gelwicks and independent Cramer in a three way race. Six parties appear on the big ballot plus two smaller ballots for tax levy and judicial candidates. Scratched tickets expected as local offices draw multiple candidates. Communist party petition failures remove them from the ballot.
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Gryver
J. A Sheridan
Thomson
Carroll County
Democratic Central Committee
Savanna Sheridan
Merle Chase
Carroll
Chase
Sheridan
of Vicw
John Gelwicks
Freedom Township
Chester Cramer
Savanna
York Township
Democratic
Republican
Prohibition
Socialis
Socialist Labor
Union Progressive
Communist Party
State Supreme Court
Progressive Siete
Ainon
American Legion
Republican Women Organize and Meet in Mt Carroll
Republican precinct committee women of the county held an organization meeting in Mt Carroll with a complimentary luncheon. Mrs Nellie Courts of Lanark, head of the county women's division, directed the session prior to the creaturation meeting.
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Mt. Carroll
Nellie Courts
Lanark
Geunty Women's Division
Wills of Adams and Greenawalt Probate Admitted
Wills of the late Sarah Adams of Mt. Carroll and Frank Greenawalt of Lanark were admitted to probate Monday in county court by Judge Grion M. Grove. Adams estate valued at 2100 bequeathed to Elsie W. Hartman, a niece. Greenawalt estate valued at 4000 leaves personal property and real estate use to widow Anna Mary Greenawalt, with the property to pass to four sons upon her death: Harry W., Percy F., Otho F., and Roy Greenawalt.
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Sarah Adams
Mt. Carroll
Frank Greenawalt
Lanark
Grion M. Grove
Elsie W. Hartman
Anna Mary Greenawalt
Harry W
Percy F
Otho F
Roy Greenawalt
School funds for August to be distributed soon
County Sept. of Schools L. E Bruch has received a check for $3,548.48 from the distributive fund of the state of Illinois and stated on Tuesday that distribution to the school districts would be made later this week. This payment covers the month of August.
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L. E Bruch
State of
Illinois
Illinois state corn husking set for DeKalb county
The Illinois state corn husking contest will be held November 4 at Getter Farms in DeKalb County. Jake Berkes predicts 88 to 100 bushels per acre on the hybrid corn. Winners receive cash prizes and a trip to the national contest in Ohio.
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DeKalb County
Clinois
C. L. Must, Jr
The
Prairie Farmer
Illinois
Maple ‘Park
DeKalb
Iroquois County
Jake Berkes
Tom High
Irvin Bauman
Wavedford County
Ilinois
Rare County Train Trip Sparks Local Campaign Tour
In Carroll County crews plan a special train journey from Byrea to Savanea as crowds gather to see Leo Allen introduce a focal Republican candidate. A wreck near Rochelle disrupts mainline traffic with trains held Sunday toward Burtington and Milwaukee Timex. An upcoming DeKale County booking contest on Mer. 4 expects 11 or 12 contestants, with many errors noted as entries are counted.
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London
Meeday
Carroll County
Byrea
Savanea
Leo Allen
DeKale
Mer
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