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Newspaper
Thomson Review
Location
Thomson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1943
Page
5
The Review is compiling an Honor Roll of all men and women from York township serving in the U S armed forces. Corrections additions and notices of rank advancement are welcome. The list published so far includes the following names.
A long list of service members from multiple branches including Army Navy Air Force and Marines iscknowledged for World War II, highlighting ranks from private to sergeant and officers across U S military communities. The compilation names numerous individuals with varied units such as Seabees Navy Coast Guard Army Air Corps and Marine Corps, reflecting broad wartime service.
Glenn True Miller of Dehesa died suddenly of a heart attack while working in his public garage in downtown San Diego on August 19. He was 42, survived by wife Alma Marie and three daughters, plus his mother Mrs Annie Wilcox of Great Falls Montana. Miller's life included Ocean Beach and Suncrest homes, ownership of the Dehesa store and ranch, and the San Diego public garage. He was active in Masonic and Eastern Star organizations and funeral rites were held at St Paul Episcopal Church in San Diego.
Members of York Community Church Bible school finalize plans for a Rally Day and Homecoming service next Sunday October 3 at 10 am. The program includes prayers songs duets solos and talks followed by dinner in the annex and impromptu remarks from members and visitors.
The notice details Argo and local Methodist services for Sunday October 3 with pastor assignments, Sunday school at 10 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. worship, plus a 7:50 p.m. Christian Endeavor and special music. It urges former pupils to return and join the rally day events. It also includes a sermon excerpt on peace and a reminder of the church school hour change to 10 a.m.
Sunday services held at 9:30 a m Sunday school at 10 a m with aim of full attendance The Baptist aid group meets all day Thursday Oct 7 with Mrs Frank Smith scheduled as host and organizer
Clarence Everett Jones of Colona died after two weeks illness in a Quad-City hospital. Born December 12, 1880 in Warner, he was the son of William and Anna Jones. Surviving are his widow Helen D. Jones, a son William H. Jones, two daughters Mavis McLaughlin and Ira Atherton, a brother Wesley D. Jones, and sisters Lucinda Williams and Mabel Evans. Funeral arrangements pending at Wendt funeral home.
Mr and Mrs Glenn Groharing and their son Johnnie of Morrison left Friday for Knoxville Tennessee. They expect to stay about a year as Mr Groharing will work in construction plastering on government buildings and homes under construction.
Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Badtke of Morrison entertained guests at a chicken dinner Sunday. Attending were Mr. and Mrs. Frank Badtke of Rock Island, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Badtke and daughter of Moline, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Pannier and son of Hilledale, and Mr. and Mrs. Frank Badtke with Mr. and Mrs. Howard Wiebenga of Thomson.
Mrs Russell Marth, of Mount Carroll formerly from Savanna, underwent major surgery at the Mayo Clinic hospital in Rochester Minnesota.
Paul Becker found two relics while digging a sewer beside his farm house near Wacker. A buggy whip holder and a Canadian penny dated 1837, smaller than today’s penny, are believed to have been buried during the cyclone era, according to Mirror-Democrat reporting.
Thomson notes social visits and dinners among local families including Mr. and Mrs. Morgan hosting Mr. and Mrs. Hook. attendance at George Van Dyke's funeral. trips to Polo. Pvt. Albert Olds stationed at Fort Benning for basic training. furloughs of Pvt. Forrest Holbrook and Miss Dorothy Zink. Emma Steele visiting Mt. Carroll. multiple Sunday dinners and hospitality exchanges among Clinton residents. tennis instruction for Girl Scouts. Delia Melendy and Vivian Barnes hosting visitors. Mary Carolyn Renner's family outings. and Donald Sweitzer's furlough staying with cousins Russell Sweitzer.
Mr and Mrs Rus Gaede of Chicago visited Mr and Mrs Charles Wilt and were noted duck hunting locals. Hanover trip participants included Mrs Hattie Rawlins Mrs Carrie Atherton Frank Rush and the Wilt couple. Thomson attendees at the Mr Carroll Methodist church group conference included several local residents and teachers.
Mrs. James Jacobson of Hollywood California is visiting her parents Mr and Mrs Henry Lohmeier. Sunday evening guests of Mr and Mrs Fred Miller were Mr and Mrs Elmer Nelson Carol and Delmar of Cordova.
James Libberton of Mt Carroll suffered a fracture when a log fell on his left foot last Friday and was taken to Savanna city hospital. Harold Brown returned to work after illness. Mrs Vaughn Gaar a patient at Savanna city hospital has been dismissed to Mt Carroll home. Mrs Delia Melendy returned Monday from Illinois Research hospital Chicago for observation. Mrs Ella Stumphy has been ill this past week.
Lyle Greeley wins a disputed title of King Neptune by purchasing a tow boat. The vessel measures a large length and is powered by a marine motor. Plans for the boat remain a mystery, not intended for fishing. For full details, ask Lyle's wife.
Mrs. Forest Burright of Oregon holds the world record for a woman trotter driver on a half mile track. Driving Luckyette, she set the mark at the Grand Circuit meet in Delaware Ohio last week. Luckyette has eight wins in 11 starts this year with 25 firsts in 34 heats.
Kenneth Dade Hartman, five, of Oak Park, had his left arm caught in an electric wringer Friday morning. The arm went in to the shoulder before Mrs. Hartman shut off the machine. He was taken to a physician. examination showed no broken bones.
Dr. L. B. Hussey was elected president of the Savanna Tennis association at a business meeting after a picnic in Mississippi Palisades state park north of Savanna on Sunday afternoon September 19.
The local telephone company has installed new phones for individuals including Ernest Tousley at 508 Edward French at 558 Kenneth Krempel at 440 and Captain Orel E Lewis at 674.
Gail Turney returns to Camp Endicott after a furlough. R L Albert Hook Jr of the Seabees comes back to Williamsburg Virginia. Eugene Potter of the navy is home on a furlough from Farra gut Idaho. Pvt Lyle Shelley on maneuvers in Tennessee Sheppard Field Texas. James V Wiebenga, son of Mr and Mrs Jerry Wiebenga, graduates from an intensive airplane mechanics course and joins air crews. Sheppard Field is a leading Army Air Forces Technical Training Command school for ground crew specialists.
Lorraine Young hosted a Monday evening gathering for a group of young friends in Hennor to honor her brother Charles who leaves Tuesday morning for naval training. Attendees included Earl Holman Jr Paul Strukhoff Dean Robinson Eugene Flack Junior Hook and others. They played games and enjoyed lunch after presenting Charles with a gift.
Bob Smith was surprised at home last Thursday by schoolmates and friends celebrating his 18th birthday. The party delayed from Sept 10 due to another event. Guests played games, shared refreshments, and presented a defense stamp book, ending a pleasant evening.
The 500 club met at Mrs. Vernon Kaufman’s home with prizes for top finishers Mrs. Roy Houghton, Mrs. B. KR. Lew is, Mrs. Kaufman, and Mrs. Harry Diehl. Next meeting set for Mrs. Willard Welch. The Woman's Society of Christian Service plans a Oct 6 gathering with Mrs. Salome McGinty. Altar and Rosary to meet Oct 7 at Andrew Sheridan home. Chat-a-While club met with nine members, each sewing, lunch served. next meeting Oct 29 with Leota Holland.
Thomson Bries and Russell Sweitzer family visits fill a weekend roster with relatives from Lanark Savanna Galesburg Morrison Red Dick and Savanna. Local gatherings include reunions at Chadwick Palisades Park and Sunday picnics with guests such as Ritzenthaler Miller Sikkema and Robison families and others.
The W. S. G. 5 Methodist church will host a reception and covered dish luncheon in the church basement after the morning service on Sunday October 3 to honor the new minister Rev. Doverspike and family. Members and friends are invited and asked to bring table service a dish to share and sandwiches, plus a jar of fruit or vegetables as a gift.
The junior class plans a fall play on October 29 directed by Miss Ferrell titled Faith, Hope and Frarity. Freshman class hosts a school party Friday night with dancing and refreshments. Freshman boys beat eighth grade 5 to 0 as basketball practice begins and new books arrive expanding activities.
Mr and Mrs Herbert Kessler welcomed a son born Saturday at Savanna hospital. Mrs Wayne St Ores and daughter were dismissed Sunday from Savanna city hospital. Mrs Fay Groharing and daughter Glenda Fay were dismissed Friday from Savanna city hospital. Mrs Groharing, formerly Norma Robison, and Mr Howard Lawrence of Moline are parents of a daughter born Saturday in Moline.
York township war bond sales top $8,000 in three days as of Thursday and push the drive total to $21,943.75. N D French, bond sales chair, notes bank and post office figures for September 20 to 29 and projects continued growth by the drive’s end.
Mr and Mrs Ralph Hook and Donne with Mr and Mrs Kneale Hook and Donald were guests Wednesday evening of Mr and Mrs Epa Hook and helped Mr and Mrs William Kamphuis celebrate their 12nd wedding anniversary. The Kamphuises, parents of Epa Hook, have lived there a year. They are in good health. Refreshments of ice cream and cake were enjoyed during the event.
Argo Mr and Mrs Rush Carroll visited daughter Mrs Robert Gelwicks and family in Milledgeville. Funeral services for Oscar Weber were held in Chadwick. Leo Chamberlain was discharged from the army and returned home. Grace Moyer and daughter Lou hosted a family dinner with guests from Madison Sterling Chadwick Morrison Springhill Albany Clinton. Hans Jensen visited in Michigan then returned home. Raymond Carroll family hosted in their home with Vernon Dearinger and Agnes of Morrison. Joe Melendy in Sheboygan Wisconsin with Bernard Conrad family. Edna Thompson of Chicago to open a beauty shop in Fulton relocating equipment on October 5.
The Seventh grade and younger pupils study geography on China and create country maps. Friday afternoon class time is used for window decorations and copying penmanship work. Several students have achieved a perfect score, including Phyllis Webster, Carol Spangler, Bernice and Bernard Hartman, and Paul Hartman. Kathleen Isenhart teaches.
Mrs. Harry Wilkerson and her children from Miles stayed overnight with Mrs. V C Fenley. They visited her parents, Mr and Mrs Stage, at East Lynn on Sunday. Mr and Mrs V C Fenley then visited Mrs Houhseman in Clinton Sunday evening.
George Lanning and Mrs Nellie Buckley of Fulton were married last Thursday at the bridegroom's mother Mrs Anna Lanning's Thomson home. The bride is the daughter of Mr and Mrs George W Birt of Fulton. The groom works as a telegraph operator for the C M and St Paul at Ebner.
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