Broadway smash Lady in the Dark comes to Music Theater
Aug 26 27 marks the Music Theater presentation of the Broadway hit Lady in the Dark in a theater-in-the-round. Gertrude Lawrence stars as Liz Elliott with Rose Inghram as Zara Elliott and David Atkinson, Angus Cairns, Robert Busch and Clifford Fearl in supporting roles. Tickets on sale at box office and by mail order with prices from 1.25 to 3.60 and free parking available.
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The
Music Theater
Gertrude Wrence
Iza Elliott
New York
Gage
Brooks
Liza
Jaza_ Elliott
Rose Inghram
Kate
David Atkinson
Russell Paxton
Danny Kaye
Angus Cairns
Kendall Nesbitt
Robert Busch
Charley Johnson
Clifford Fear
Dr. Brooks
Highland Park
Marshall Field and Co
Chicago
Residents Offer Aid in Water Study LaGrange Park board meeting
A delegation of LaGrange Park residents attended the August 11 session to offer help with the water situation. W C Moore and others proposed assisting with fact gathering and investigations under the board. President Madigan welcomed the offer and suggested a separate meeting with the water committee to discuss details.
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LaGrange Park Village
W. C. Moore
N. Community Sr
Walter J. Madigan
E. 3. Lody
Water Committee
Harlow Gaylord
Moore
A. N. Addie
Joseph Thermos
Walter Fast
Community Dr
D. C. Ellanson
Robinhood Lane
M. W. Lane
N. Edgewood Ave
Walter Baltis
Berwyn
Superior Court
McKinlay
Madigan
Cody
Baltis
Marine recruit Barton completes San Diego training
Richard A Barton son of Mr and Mrs A R Barton of 3326 Elmore Brookfield reports his recruit training at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego has been completed. Pvt Barton 19, platoon 161 Third batt, joined the Marine Corps May 15 1953 for a three year hitch. He is GM Institute 1953 graduate and Fenwick High Chicago alum, previously employed at EMC.
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Richard
A Barton
USMC
A.R. Barton
Elmore
Marine Corps Recruit Depot
San Diego
Brookfield
Pvt
Barton
Fenwick High of
Chicago
EMC
Junior Leaguers Try Hands On The Batting Range
Dads used Jim's Batting range at Lawsdale Ave and 47th St for a morning session last Saturday. Forty eight boys aged 9 to 11, current Little Leaguers and Farm League all stars, swung at 30 to 40 pitches from machines. George McCullough, recreation commission chairman, notes many boys hitting nine of ten pitches.
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Jim
Lawsdale Ave
47Th St
George McCullough
Recreation Commission
Gulf Level Slightly Higher Than Atlantic Off Florida
The level of the Gulf of Mexico is about half a foot higher than the Atlantic Ocean along Florida's east coast, indicating subtle regional water height differences.
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Gulf of Mexico
Atlantic Ocean
Florida
Archery Summer Program Ends At Brookfield Recreation
The BBC Archery Summer Program in Brookfield concluded August 12 at the 29th and Prairie recreation area after 16 practice sessions. 15 arrows were shot from 60 feet. Kenneth Konfist won the boys 11 and under with 44, Michael Mingus was second with 19, Lee Gray led the 12 and over boys with 30. Girls prizes went to Kenlyn Gay and Betty Ann Pales with 10 and 8. William Radke supervised scoring. Most participants were beginners who showed strong progress.
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Brookfield Recreation Department
Prairie
Kenneth Konfist
Michael Mingus
Lee Gray
Ken
Want Bowlers for The Ladies Thursday League
Florence Muky secretary of the Ladies Thursday afternoon bowling league at the Bowlor seeks reservations for the league starting August 10. The league, three years old, includes beginners and advanced bowlers. Call Florence Muky at Brook 8696 or Don Rumph at the Bowl Mor for a place. Alice Wood publicity.
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Florence Muky
Brook
Don Rumph
Alice Wood
Brook Park Pro board Plans Work for 1953 54
The Brook Park Pro board and committee chairmen met at Mrs. Rudolph W. Janda’s home to plan the upcoming school year. Officers include President Mrs. Rudolph W. Janda, Vice President Lee Rankin, Secretary Mrs. Robert Jones, and Treasurer W. R. Steinhour. Directors named Miss Susan McGann Mrs. Frank Hohe Mrs. Spencer Phillips Mr. Harold Blakeman and Mr. Myron Davis. Committee chairs cover audit building grounds health and welfare hospitality legislation membership program publications publicity safety social ways and means music. Miller’s committee will erect swings bicycle rack jungle gym and flag pole funded by last year’s PTA. Kotiza reported a successful ice cream social. Future meetings may feature child guidance topics a potluck supper and a hobby talent show.
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Brook Park
Rudolph W. Janda
Lee Rankin
Robert Jones
Susan’ McGann
Frank Hohe
Spencer Phillips
Harold Blakeman
Myron Davis
David McClain
Robert G. Miller
Frank Baumrucker
Dee Allard
Robert A. Meyer
Covel Bellis
David Barth
Harold Ball
Steve Babirak
Ethel Kernik
Edward Kotiza
Stanley Ida
Miller
PTA
Edward Kotza
Barth
Village Shower Fete For Miss Pat Blaser Bride To Be
Bridal showers were hosted for Miss Pat Blaser of Blanchard Avenue with multiple plans in Brookfield and nearby suburbs. Friends and relatives including Mrs Christine Chindler and Mrs Blanche Perry attended, with additional events by Mrs Harry F Peterson and others. The wedding is set for August at the Methodist Church with Captain Robert A Halliday arriving from New Jersey.
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Pat Blaser
Christine Chindler
7Th Ave
North Riverside
Blanche Perry
Virigina Brady
Blanch
Pat
Harry
F. Peterson
Limiater
LaGrange Park
Ann Vyhnanek
Mami Lunak
Caroline Fialo
Joyce Semradek
Arden Ave
Hollywood
Robert A. Halliday
New Jersey
Brookfield
Moody Couple Return From Southwest Trip by Auto
Mr and Mrs Thomas Moody of 8131 Park returned last weekend from a vacation by auto through Illinois Missouri Kansas and down to Ada Oklahoma. The outing covered several states with Ada as their first stopping place and preparations mentioned for further travel.
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Thomas Moody
Park
South West
Mllinois
Missouri
Kansas
Ada
Oklahoma
Journey Through Ada to Scenic Mountain Passes
The travelers visited relatives in Ada and drove through the Turpum targ Mountains and New Mexico. On return they motored through the Ozark Mountains and other scenic locales along their route.
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Ada
Turpumtarg Mountains
New Mexico
Ozark Mountains
Salt Prevents Curdling in Creamy Coffee Mixtures
A culinary tip notes that adding a pinch of salt can stop cream from curdling when used in hot coffee. The guidance highlights salt’s role in stabilizing dairy fats to preserve smooth texture and taste.
Brookfield Recreation Tennis Camp Ends With Prolific Play
The eight week program at River side Brookfield courts concluded August 13 with 38 players, 31 girls, and a singles tournament led by the Provenzano twins. Jean Provenzano won the finals 6-1 7-5 over sister Joan after a hard quarterfinal 8-10 6-3 7-5.
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Riverside-Brookfield
Provenzano
Judy Sikorsti
Jean Provenzano
Roberta Kristufek
Judy Sekorski
Jean
Joan
Joan Kolar
Brookfield Recreation Commission
Constitution Day Rally In Proviso Township High
Woman's clubs in Broomfield Congress Park and Hollywood join to assure district cooperation with the Sixth District Federation of Woman's Clubs Constitution Day rally at Proviso Township High School on Sept 17. The event marks the 166th anniversary of the Constitution with a parade bands and a program featuring outstanding speakers and civic groups. Free admission.
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Broomfield
Congress Park
Hollywood
Federation of Woman’s Clubs
Proviso Township High School
Alice Wood
Hollywood Woman’s Club
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Morris Guzzardo
Eberly
Lionel L. Besse
Deyo Ave
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Drew
Irene
Mildred
the House of Loveliness
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U.S.A
Sir Mahon & Boban, Soc
la Pales ST
Kishel
School OF Music
Ogden Ave
Ralph
Bill
Burlington Boulevard
Fine Foods
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Burlington
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Gleem
KODAK
Delafield
Twin Scotts
Fishers
Mylon
Fisher Pharmacy
Fairview
United States
Elemesa Lee
Grand Bautry
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