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Newspaper
Thomson Review
Location
Thomson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1938
Page
5
A rambling column blends humor and reminiscence with a note on sleeping sickness in horses. It warns farmers to seek a PWA worker for a few drops of perspiration as a supposed cure and ends with a casual farewell.
A three-vehicle wreck occurred Sunday around 9:30 near St Peters Church on Route 80. A 1938 Plymouth driven by Geo Housenga with family collided with a Chevy driven by John Grawe, which turned the Star coach owned by Norman Stickell. All occupants were shaken but none seriously injured.
Cubs win over Boston Wednesday and Giants take doubleheader from Pirates lift Chicago within two and a half games of first. Pirates Reds Cubs Giants stay within four games in a tight pennant chase. William Moore, long employed at Preston Indiana, returns home and plans to head for Texas soon.
The descendants of Mrs Samantha Colbert Stagg met at Princeton Iowa on Sunday September 11 for the twelfth reunion with 19 guests at a picnic outdoors. Oldest member David Hanks 88 of Princeton led the event. officers were reelected with Thomas Stagg 75 of Thomson as president and Luella Stagg Slocum 87 of Albany as vice president. A secretary treasurer was elected to fill a vacancy. The next reunion is planned for Rock Island with Ben Koch.
Due to rising waters and heavy rain, timber work is halted and many timber men have left the area for other locations. A few stay behind awaiting water retreat, but ongoing rains hinder progress.
Mr and Mrs Harvey Marshall and their children were entertained at dinner Sunday in the home of Mr and Mrs Vernon Daehler at Sterling, sharing a social visit in a neighborly gathering.
Station Y C H S broadcasts weekly with jokes scandals and announcements. Officers elected include Dorothy Lewis president Jean Demaree secretary treasurer and Arletta Hartman librarian. Senior class outing to Clinton Eagle Point park roller rink or theatre. Descriptions of juniors and frosh with local references and staff updates.
Mrs Glenn Wurster, nee Eva Mae Schroth of Thomson, was guest of honor at a post nuptial shower hosted by Mrs Wilbur Hall in Argo. Attendees included YCHS class of 1938 members Harriet Wheeler and the honoree's sisters, with three classmates absent. The afternoon featured social time and refreshments as gifts were exchanged.
Sunday school at 10 a m Young People's meeting at 7 p m Evening service at 7 30 p m Rev Sword pastor Vernon Gordon led the youth group this week Special numbers included vocal duets piano accordion instrumental pieces with Mrs Harold Witt Lillian and Arletta Hartman piano accompanist Mrs Harold Witt The message theme Indifference Difference invites all to worship next Sunday with 10 a m school and 11 a m service
Baptist Rev R H Leitner preaches at 9 30 am with 10 30 am Sunday school all members urged to attend and others invited to join. Sunday school social postponed due to rain and moved to next Tuesday evening. Livewire class postponed a week to Sept 27 with location to be announced next week.
The Catholic services are scheduled for 7 30 a m next Sunday at the church. A brief announcement invites congregation members to attend and participate in the morning rites.
Fragmented page notes unpaid dues and leadership concerns at the York County association. Mentions scholarships, committee work, and candidates pledging support, with reference to university events and a Monday election in the region. Two or more named entities appear with unclear spellings due to OCR.
Local notices describe plans for a resident move to Clinton on Monday. Readers are asked to address mud puddles and water holes along a route, with a focus on road conditions and grading to improve winter travel.
Minister David F Warner invites the York Community to public worship at 10 30 a m on the theme The Religious We Quest focusing on a return to religion as salvation for democracy The notice also promotes Sunday school at 4 30 p m with Harry Gaar as superintendent and welcomes attendance if not elsewhere.
A modest gathering was held to honor Mrs Rebecca Holland. Attendees included local friends and family who celebrated her contributions and friendship with a warm reception and shared memories.
In Clinton Iowa a autumn wedding united Maude Nason daughter of Mrs Martha Nason and Franklin Tate son of Mrs George Nyquist. Rev Bruce McCullough officiated at 9 30 am with close relatives present. The bride wore teal blue with orchid corsage, and the couple planned a Sterling Illinois home after a wedding trip. Out-of-town guests included Ely Cochran Thomson Cecil George Morrison Mrs Robert Stage Morrison and Wayne Nason Springfield.
The Thomson Woman's Club held a successful meeting at Mrs. Charles McGinty's home with most members present and several new members joining. Business discussions and yearlong planning dominated the evening, and a talk on the Black Hills trip was given by Mrs. Glenn Demaree. Visitors are welcome at all meetings and may join anytime. Mr. and Mrs. Paul Lewis and Mrs. Will Strubb visited Davenport last Friday.
Friends report the birth of a son to Mr. and Mrs. Lauren Hollinshead of Stel Fury ling on August 14. The infant is named David Earle Hollinshead, son of D. Ear lie and Mrs. Hollinshead, former residents of Fulton.
Fragmentary OCR shows a Robert Stage family and Mr Stage sharing finance matters at a service station on the east edge of Morrison. Guests included Mrs Davis Elmer Davis and Sunday avanna at the home of Mr and Mrs Prins.
The Jo Daviess and Carroll County Medical Societies will hold a program on obstetrics and pediatrics in Elizabeth HL on September 21 at Bishop Hall. Dr William F Mengert of Iowa City and Dr A H Parmelee of Oak Park will speak on Prolonged Labor and Diseases of the Newborn, with Q and A to follow.
Rain postponed Mr. Carroll's Doughnut Day from Wednesday to Thursday drawing many locals. The event includes all doughnuts served and the complete program both day and evening with large attendance.
A woodcutter assaulted his wife, the mother of an infant, in a Monday riot. Neighbors halted the melee after she cried out that he had hit her repeatedly. Authorities monitor the suspect as a second outbreak could lead to his arrest.
Thomson briefs Miss Mary Prins is spending a few days this week in the home of Mrs. Emma Eslinger. Supper guests Sunday evening in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Pape were Mr. and Mrs. John Vogel of Morrison and Mr. and Mrs. Henry Strauch, Lloyd Durward Jr of Ustick will go to Carlinville this week where he attend Blackburn college.
The Thomson village board reconvened after a Sept 6 postponement. Bills totaling numerous village expenses were approved, a water pipe under Route 80 discussed, and options for a new well and $1,5000 rotary pump reviewed with possible 45 percent PWA grant. six-year roll call recorded.
Mrs. Cecil Frosch hosted Savanna's Thomson five hundred club last Thursday afternoon. Evelyn Davis and Verne Kaufman, substitutes, won first and second prizes. Ad Y. Sticker took third and Rey Hoyton received declaring prize. The next meeting will be with Mrs. Carl Johansson.
The Argo five hundred club gathers this afternoon at Mrs Mayme Mummert's home in Argo. The M E ladies aid plans a Wednesday meeting September 21 to clean the church. Workers are asked to help with tougher tasks while others pitch in. A pot luck lunch will be served at noon followed by a brief business session.
The Home Economics club will hold their regular meeting tomorrow afternoon at the church.
Thomson duck hunters anticipate a good fall as ample rain fills ponds and ponds prepare for potential lake flooding from a new dam and lock. They warn that excessive water could push ducks past the area, with a final season before flood waters alter the hunting grounds.
Miss Gladys Cooper reports nine first grade children at Thomson Consolidated grade school this year. The nine students are Lola Dykstra Norris Hartman Evelyn Moon Darrel Gaar Janet Spencer JoAnn Wilt Barbara Hamilton Gayle Grimm Fay Ashby.
Hansen's Cafe promotes chili sandwiches coffee and homemade pies with seasonal items. The business reports strong activity since taking over the Stransdale location in August.
The Melon Day committee met Monday evening and audited this year's finances. All bills were paid and a healthy balance was carried forward, anticipating higher expenses next year.
Mrs William Hawk Sr spent Sunday afternoon as a guest at the home of her daughter Mrs Justice Prins and her family for a Sunday supper in a local household engagement.
Fall days bring cooler air and light summer clothes remain on display. A sweater feels nice as fall rains visit, signaling not summer but Indian summer with lingering warmth.
A large stock of good quality melons remains for sale on the sandridge at Thomson. Buyers may still find fresh melons offered by the seller at Thomson.
Erve Martindale, manager, says a large amount of building has occurred this summer with around a dozen carpenters kept busy at the local elevator. He notes several smaller jobs may start this fall if carpenters can be secured.
Mrs K B Carpenter and Mrs Ella Orr spent Tuesday visiting Mrs Edna Orr in Mt Carvolk. The social call emphasized neighborly friendship and local community ties during a mild autumn day.
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