The Hancock-Henderson Quill, Inc.
Compiled and Edited by Virginia Ross
Stronghurst Graphic: February 17, 1927
SURPRISE!! On Monday afternoon, Feb. 14th, the teacher and children of the school taught by Miss Esther Lind stole a march on the home of Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Allison, two miles east of Stronghurst. They came to honor Mr. Allison who was 81 years of age on that day. They brought their Valentine box along and an exchange of Valentines was made. Mr. Allison received his share and birthday greetings with the rest. Each visitor and some others who could not be present on account of sickness, had made him a hand painted valentine done in watercolors.
An hour of social time was enjoyed by all followed by birthday cake and fruit salad served by Mrs. Bessie Allison Fort, who was in on the surprise. To say Mr. Allison was pleased with the visit would be putting it very mildly as he is a man who likes children very much. The thoughtfulness of the children in thus showing their respect for their aged friend is certainly fine, especially in this day and age when lack of respect for the ages is too common.
FINAL MEETING: The Evening Poultry School which has been meeting each Wednesday night for the past seven weeks came to a close Wednesday night. Farm Adviser Walker gave an interesting talk using slides on marketing poultry products. He explained marketing methods and emphasized the importance of marketing a high-class product…
RALLYING SUPPORT: Through what seems to have been a fortunate circumstance, Stronghurst has the opportunity of securing an industrial enterprise, which promises to be mutually advantageous to both the town and the surrounding farming community. Every live Community in the state of Illinois is looking for an opportunity to secure enterprises that will provide additional employment and give more people a chance to earn a living. More employment means more people and an increased population on a sound basis means increased property values and increased prosperity.
A committee composed of A. E. Jones, C. E. Fort, Jr. and G. C .Rehling has just made a careful investigation of the reputation and business methods of the men now proposing to locate these enterprises in Stronghurst and their report is a favorable one. In order to install another plant additional capital is needed, and it is believed that having the people of a community financially interested in a local enterprise will naturally contribute to its success. The amount asked in $20,000 ($36,280+ in today’s values) and about one third of this amount has already been subscribed. Not a penny is being solicited as a contribution. Every dollar received will be accepted as an investment, and it will be invested in an enterprise which should pay good dividends…If you are unable to take a large block of stock, it will show the right spirit if you will strain your resources to purchase a few shares. The territory is now being canvassed and no doubt the solicitors will come to interview you and ask your help. In most cases the individual who helps his community will be helping himself. Think it over. Another such opportunity may not come to this place in years. If the prompters meet with success, it will mean that many families now residing in Stronghurst will be afforded means of earning a livelihood, whereas, if they fail, it means that these people will be obliged to seek other locations where such opportunities are provided. If it wins, it means much. If you are a property owner you are vitally interested. If you are a renter, you should be interested and, in most cases, can afford to help put the enterprise over. When the solicitors come to see you, give the proposition your earnest consideration and give whatever help and encouragement you can.
THE COMMITTEE COMING TO THE COUNTY: Dr. W. W. Johnstone of Chicago, district superintendent of the American Sunday School Union, will hold a series of meetings for the purpose of presenting the work of the organization which he represents and especially its activities in Henderson County. This organization has as its aim the organizing of Bible schools in communities unreached by any organized Christian agencies. Their representative, Mr. W. . Woods, came into this county last summer and organized two Bible schools at Ellison Valley and the Crystal Lake school house…
LOCAL AND AREA NEWS: Miss Hazel Smith and Harold Anders were married Feb. 11 at Tulon, Ill. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Otis Smith of that place. The bridegroom is a son of Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Anders, northeast of town. Emmet Milliken had the misfortune to get his foot caught in a corn sheller one day this week and as a result is walking with the use of crutches.
BIGGSVILLE BRIEFS: Jane Kilgore, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Kilgore, is quarantined with scarlet fever at the home of her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Graham. Mrs. Carrie Graham was dismissed from the Burlington Hospital and is able to be about in her home. Mrs. John Gibson has been quite ill at her home in the south part of town with appendicitis. The fire company recently received $10 ($181.40 in today’s values) as appreciation of their services when a fire on their roof threatened their home. Glenn Campbell and family have moved from their farm south of town to Burlington. Fred Galbraith and family have moved to the tenant house on the Henderson Sloan farm. Ora Rezner has purchased from Ora Smith his residence property near the high school. An interesting tractor demonstration and movie was given on Friday by E. G. Burgett, McCormick-Deering dealer here.
LOMAX LINGERINGS: Four car loads of horses which were brought from Montana were unloaded at the two yards and taken to La Harpe. The Lomax Ind. Corp. have completed one of their “Air King” aeroplanes and it will be taken to its owner in Florida. Mr. Romkey will pilot the plane via air. A number of these planes are being built and the factory has a number of orders now waiting. Quit a number attended the funeral of Dave Thornburg at Durham last Sunday. Mrs. William Sparrow still remains quite sick with but little hopes of recovery. D. L. Frye and family moved to town to the property vacated by Ivo Smiddy and family. Nelson Hunter will move to the vacated property and Ivo Smiddy moved to rooms over Hoover’s grocery