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Newspaper
Brookfield Magnet
Location
Brookfield, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1952
Page
2
Pasco a shoe repairer on Poe Ave died at Memorial hospital on June 4 and June 21 after a Chicago parlor to the Catholic faith. He was in Mt. Carmel and was the father of a Mrs employed at a Brookfield store.
NORTE appointed as public relations head for Sunday edition as July months close and August activities pause. Salsas operations suspended through July with reopening planned in September.
Berwyn plans a large Fourth of July parade featuring Norwood Park drums and bugle corps, Gross school band, and decorated floats from playground and recreation groups. DuPage Saddle and Harness Club horses will show for ribbon prizes, with a blue ribbon showmanship contest. Events begin at Kemman area south of Sist Street at 9 am, with younger children joining at Mraz's drug store.
Teddie Beaudin of Brookfield wed Ronald G. Jessup in a Saturday ceremony at Faith Evangelical Lutheran church. A reception followed at 5215 West 25th Avenue, Cicero. The bride is the daughter of Theodore and Mrs Beaudin of 3553 Grand Boulevard. the groom’s parents are Earl and Mrs Jessup of YaGrange.
Gordon Dunn was elected president of the West Suburban Duplicate Bridge Club for the coming year at a gala dinner Saturday night at the LaGrange Country Club attended by 40 members. Officers include Herbert Ameisen vice president and Mrs. E. D. Pierce publicity.
Mrs. C. B. Krone of 501 S Waids Ave served as an official delegate at the annual meeting of the women's auxiliary to the American Veterinary Medical Association in Atlantic City New Jersey last week. She is a member of the House of Representatives governing and policy forming body directing activities and planning nationwide projects.
Brookfield moves forward with phase two of replacing gas lamps with electric lighting. The project, led by Mr. Dumelle and Mr. McEachran, notes increased lighting for blocks lacking any street illumination. Costs and pacing depend on village funds after a 20 cent rise by Welbach two years ago.
The plan for new lights outlines electrical age installation drawn by an engineer. Lights run in series with voltage and are engineered to fit the system. Some lights go on existing poles while others require new poles. Before digging holes for poles, a finder is used to see what lies underground. Installation time varies by required tasks and permits, especially for middle block lights which need owner authorization. The new middle block lights include reflectors to direct light to the street, while old gas lamps remain part of the system.
Public notice announces the opening of Paloucek Funeral Home at 3542 Grand Blvd with July 19-20 opening dates per manager William Paloucek. The under construction building features two large air conditioned chapels about 26 by 45 feet, a triangular chapel of similar size, and a spacious front lobby.
Brookfield has received 15 to 20 calls and letters from Indiana Wisconsin and southern Illinois requesting the old lamps. Mr. Dumelle says all requests have been referred to the Welsbach company.
A report to the police describes a spill of a half keg of long nails at the intersection of Kfield and Rosemeat Ave on July 1. The event surfaced in a mail bag note and was turned over to authorities.
The plan includes a display room for caskets a family room an organ and parking with entrances on Washington and Grand Blvd The lot will accommodate 25 to 30 cars William Paloucek long associated with Cermak Funeral Home and his family longtime Brookfield residents
Norman Molloy son of Mr and Mrs John Molloy of 4240 Raymond Ave arrived home June 20 after leaving Camp Stoneman near San Francisco June 28. He recently returned from Hokkaido Japan has served 20 months total with seven months in Korea and seven months in Japan and is on 80 days leave from Fort Sheridan hoping to be discharged August 28.
A 990 foot liner United States has a troop carrying capacity estimated between 12 000 and 14 000, indicating a major transport role. The figure reflects its design as a long range troop carrier with two numbers for capacity.
Prizes will be awarded to winners and at 9 p.m. a fireworks display will conclude the event, providing a festive close to the dry celebration.
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