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Newspaper

Brookfield Magnet

Location

Brookfield, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Feb 25, 1954

Page

7

Widening plans for South LaGrange feeder road through 26th to 31st Streets

Louis R. Quinlan of the Cook County Highway Department outlined resurfacing and widening of a South LaGrange Park feeder road into Congress Street. He said widening to 40 feet won’t occur until traffic warrants, with CIP work on 26th through Roosevelt to be finished in about two years. A grade separation at Edatave and 47th is planned before further Kemman south extensions, with a heavy cost delaying broader expansion. Resurfacing 21st from LaGrange to the county line is slated soon, pending village approvals.

Betiweth Congress Street Louis R. Quinlan Cook County Highttay North LaGrange Park Association Brook Park Quillan 46Th St Roosevelt Td Kemmant 4 Aduth Quinan Kaminant 28Th St County Highway Department Edatave Quinlan Burlington Tracks Ketinan South LaGrange LaGrange Quiitlan Enfineer LaGrangeri Cook Douty

Home Economics Offered At Riverside-Tuckfield High

A new course titled special Home Economics II will teach basic skills to junior and senior girls who have not previously taken home economics. The program, planned by student needs, will run for one or two semesters and be available to all eligible students.

Rivéraide - Tuckfield High School Juinitr

Scribbler bake sale and club activities noted

Reported activities include Hi Y and Sharclub inviting a newcomer, about 40 attendees, and a Scribbler bake sale planned for January 28 after school. The Lettermen's club discussed ushering system for basketball games and coat checking. Masque and Wig improvised at recent meeting. Nursing aid work described with participants listed from MacNeal Hospital program.

Hi-Y Lettermen’s Club Lettermen T Hat R-Brites Nurges’ ‘Aid Proffuim MacNeal Memorial

Little Foxes cast and committee heads named for Hinadale show

The Highlands Players announced committee chairs for THE Little Foxes at Hinadale Theatre on March 19 and 20. The slate includes Ed Butt production, Sally Anderson costumes, Robert Wilson lighting, etc. The cast list features Mrs William Jones, Diketh Maken nate, Cal Rober ie Jack Ab Wiltain ta, and Birdie roles among others.

aGrange Highlands Players Little Foxes Hinadale Theatre Die Are Ed Butt Hocking Mta Sally Anderson Robert Wilson Floyd Cochran Harry Green Ernést Conrad Robert Bergens Jackson Spear James Bierhaus Wally Afidér Robert Ansten Jack Roberts Imanagér L. E. Douglass Romoter William Yo Jones Nate Wit PY Birdie J Asker Cal Rober Ie Jack Ab. Wiltain

York Bulldogs overwhelm Riverside Brookfield in high school game

York defeated Riverside Brookfield 54 40 as the Bulldogs surged ahead after the first period then stretched a lead through the third. Dick Blank led H B with 16 points while Wally Strauch added 17 for the Dukes and York’s Frank Wagner led all scorers with 17.

Hrodrfield Buldoigs Weit Prerthitin YORK Tist Kriday Evtilihg Himbilibst Bulldogs Dick Blank H-B Tép Secuitidge Wally Strauch Dukes Riverside Brookfield Pups Don Higeinbottam Aa Higginbotham Hart Mesewiez

Veterans urged to meet Korean GI Bill cutoff date

The article warns veterans of the August 20 1952 cutoff for Korean GI Bill eligibility. It notes early 1954 term starts offer last chance for those separated before Aug 20 1952 to begin training, while those separated after have two years to apply. It also explains exceptions for interruptions and summer terms.

Busand Ape Illinois Mana Vetbran Chica Évfnés Dummer Beer Gail

Post Office Jobs Open to Cook County Residents

Postmaster Carl A. Schroeden announces Chicago area clerical posts open to Cook County residents who meet qualifications. Historically limited to six within the delivery zone, vacancies may expand if enough qualified applicants apply. Transportation from the city to the post office is noted as a potential challenge, with opportunities for advancement and service to the community.

Cook Citinty Carl A. Schroeden Chicago Schroedér Cémiiuhity Fedetal Chice Fice Gil

Fital BBC Stage Show In Gross Auditorium

Brookfield Recreation Community Players presented O Mistress Mine in Gross school auditorium Thursday to Saturday. Audiences praised casting direction and acting, calling the production a polished piece for a local group. The players meet again Tuesday March 2 at 7 30 p.m. in the Great School Little Theater room. those interested are invited.

Brookfield Recreation Community Players Gross School Great School Little Theater Ari

Nomads of Spirit Pre Lenten Subject of Local Minister

A pre Lenten sermon Nomads of the Spirit will be given at Brookfield Congregational church by St Negoy Llewellyn Jones at 11 o clock Sunday service. The church bell tolls at 10 45 with children’s activities in Wakefield Hall. A nursery is maintained for children's care. Pilgrims meet every Sunday. Evening service on Wednesday at 8 o'clock marks the Lenten season observance.

Brookfield Congregationale Llewellyn Jones Elll Tebt Wakefield Hall Thia

Capers theater set to unfold with student directors

Students Carolyn Owens of LaGrange and Don Walker of Hinsdale have been named student directors for the Capers show. Frank Stacey serves as faculty director. A large crew handles stage, costume, props, makeup, set design, and tickets. Curtain time is 8 15 PM with proceeds benefiting the student scholarship fund.

Carolyn Owens LaGrange Don Walker Hinsdale Frank Stacey Brookfeld Don Garriacn Palos Park John Rickéls Joan Nelson Western Sprites Ray Marriere LaGialle LTJC

Local registration dates for LaGrange and LaGrange Park residents

Final local registration details specify three day period through March 15 for unincorporated township residents. Registration at township clerk office in Town Hall runs 8 am to 5 pm for LaGrange and 7 pm to 9 pm for LaGrange Park. Residents may also register 9 am to 4:30 pm or 7 pm to 3 am at the village halls. County building 118 N Clark Chicago accepts registrations now through March 15.

N. Clark Chitako

Miss Patriot active at Rosary event with Red Cross group

Fragmentary OCR notes describe Miss Patriot at a Rosary gathering joined by Red Cross members. Mentions about voters changing addresses and eligibility to vote, with garbled phrases suggesting concerns over election procedures.

Rosary

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