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Newspaper
Thomson Review
Location
Thomson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1936
Page
2
Harriett Smith and Kenneth Whitney report that The Review believes purple living is normal in Carroll County. It suggests churches, hospitals, banks, taxes, rents, and groceries shape daily life and urges readers to stay honest and law-abiding as the backbone of the nation.
The Carroll County platform outlines joining Eztona via Ri 171 Hansen's Corners to Chadwick joining Be 40 and Be 40. It calls for efficient town village and county officers, to encourage and assist them in reducing prices. It promotes community competitive sports in Carroll County and supports Milledgeville and Thomason as a three county patrolled highway effort.
A brief listing shows 1936 platform topics including crime addressed by Wever Paps, constitutional reform discussion titled Bick To The Constitution, and policy aims on better forms and farmers. The fragment highlights the era’s focus on crime policy constitutional questions and agricultural reform.
A writer reflects on changing dogs in the country and recalls Old Rover the loyal dog from childhood. He contrasts modern pets with a bygone era, noting training, feeding, and neighborhood mischief, ending with memories of Rover’s steadfast presence and playful mischief.
The Carroll County pages urge attendance at Shannon and Thomson Labor Day events. A Morrison Whiteside County Fair preview promises strong entertainment, prize livestock, horse racing, and four days of activities, with emphasis on crowds and hospitality for 1937 celebrations.
The Savanna police force praises Officer Tuttle for 24 years of continuous service since 1912. He started in 1909 and has worked without lay-offs or sickness, earning public respect and professional esteem. The Review lauds his contributions to safe policing and looks forward to his retirement.
Carroll county schools resume as bells sound Monday and children return. Education officials praise the system's strength, noting Francis Shimer academy and rural grade schools compare favorably with neighboring counties. County Superintendent Lawrence E. Bradi earns commendation for efficient leadership and productive progress in education. The piece celebrates renewed school days and hopes for young boys and girls.
Tax collections in 1936 for Carroll County totalled 506 856 22 by Sept 1 with June 31 figures. Totals cover fourteen townships and include Milwaukee railroad payments received Tuesday morning. Penalties apply on late real estate installments and personal taxes.
The Milledgeville and surrounding area pages celebrate Labor Day events with the Whiteside fair in Morrison, parades in Milledgeville, and Community Day plans. Local officials, teachers, and families are noted, with festive sports and school openings, farm updates, and milestone anniversaries.
In Lanark room news, a new cobbler arrives from Mt. Morris occupying the Sites room once the Shaner cream station. Residents note plentiful rain, rising property changes, and livestock losses amid recent electrical disturbances. Ray Keeney buys nine drove of sheep for his farm as Mr. and Mrs. Rupp and Mrs. Carbaurd return from Iowa.
Jesse Kramer and others transfer property to David J. Piper and others in section 23 township 25 range 7. The item includes a dated real estate transfer record. the remainder appears as stray text about a girl growing up and family chores with no relevant factual connection to the transfer.
The Springfield office omits Route 171 from September 11 bid list prompting county highway chief S C Campbell to mail a inquiry. He notes heavy rains made several sections nearly impassable and questions who will maintain the road if it is not paved soon. The contractor has removed equipment and state control is unclear.
The column riffs on rain and drought, noting the county’s improving condition and plans for a large seed corn crop. It reflects on American customs through a French hotelier anecdote, comments on taxation and leisure, mentions a colorful new editor, and ends with a quip about a husband’s sleeping habits.
The Savanna and York Drainage District files suit in equity against The Prudential Insurance Company of America Albert E. Saxe and Unknown Owners. The complaint was filed August 23 1936 and defendants must appear by October 1938. judgment may be entered by default if they fail. Also notices about annual drainage benefits due March 16 1937 with lands in Carroll County at risk of sale for nonpayment.
Me and Mrs Alb Schemerus Wallace Stephenson and Chas Quave returned to Hillsdale from Vandalia near Dayton Ohio after attending the Grand American Trapshoot. Schomerus placed second in Class B on Wednesday finishing 194 of 200 to earn a trophy and cash prize. He added two cash prizes on Thursday and Friday with scores of 2 and 96.
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