Trends in Child Development Meeting Report
A June meeting discussed child development, older and newer trends in infant and adolescent behavior, with remarks by Anna from LaGrange. Dr. Gascelle and Mr. Fox addressed affection, mental health, and emotional guidance, noting opportunities for improvement through social programs and juvenile welfare efforts. The nominating committee, led by Bart Segar, elected new officers including Chairman Harry Ferguson and Mrs. Harry J. West. next Fellow meeting will be July 20 at the national church, with details to follow.
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Ingen S.anna
LaGrange
Mr. Fox
Dr. Gascelle
Ana
Vari
Anna
Bart- Segar
Harry Ferguson
Harry J. West
Morgan
Food and drink costs cited in 1940 consumption data
The record notes that about 22 dollars were spent on food and liquor in 1940. Alcoholic beverages accounted for 3.6 of those dollars and tobacco expenses reached 1.9 billion, reflecting the period’s spending patterns.
Dividends on G I Insurance to Be Paid Next Year
Dividends on GI policies are not likely for at least a year says Homer G. Bradney administrator of the Illinois Veterans Commission. A year delay is needed to prepare the paperwork for millions of policyholders. Dividends will be paid on all but a few contracts. amounts depend on insured amount period and age. Beneficiaries receive dividends on premiums paid prior to death. Veterans should contact the Illinois Veterans Commission office for information rather than federal officials.
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Homer G. Bradney
Illinois Veterans Commission
Bradney
Cook County
Commission
Burlington Street
Brookfield
Crow repellent protects corn seeds from soil fungi
University of New Hampshire extension service experiments show untreated popcorn achieving 95 percent germination versus about 65 percent when treated with crow repellent. Sweet corn showed the opposite effect, with treated seeds often 5 to 10 percent higher germination. The repellent appears to shield corn seeds from damaging soil fungi.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University of New Hampshire Extension Service
West Towns rail seeks extra fare amid wage talks
Illinois Commerce Commission granted West Towns railway a one cent emergency fare increase to meet wage demands of 700 employees. Berwyn opposed the hike, fears of shutdown linger as losses reach 373000 for the year ending May 31.
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CNS
Illinois Commerce Commission
West Towns Railway
West Towns
B. L. Goldberg
Goldberg
Berwyn
Free World Travel Trips For Chicago Youth At Museum
Col. Clifford C. Gregg of the Chicago Natural History Museum invites Chicago and suburban children to free one day trips around the world this summer. The goal is for every child to visit at least once, with free admission for kids on all days when accompanied by an adult. Adults are admitted free on Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
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Chicago
Col
Clifford C. Gregg
Chicago Natural History Museu
City agency weighs plan for Center Streetcar Parkway
The highway department stays noncommittal on turning Center Streetcar into a parkway while Raymond P. Drymalski reports a June 15 meeting between the CTA and a court appointed negotiating committee to explore sale or lease of West Town facilities. A CTA representative will be asked to convene another meeting soon.
Educational Exhibits Show World in One Museum
Col Gregg describes exhibits representing people animals plants minerals and fossils from across the world and Americas. Habitat groups recreate scenes from Africa Asia Europe and the Americas. The museum offers self guided viewing for children in Chicago from 9 am to 6 pm with cafeteria and eating spaces. there is no day nursery or supervised care.
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Col Gregg
Africa
Asia
Europe
Central
South America
United States
North America
Chicago
Col. Gregg
Glen Ellyn lays out first detailed annual report
Citizens of Glen Ellyn were offered their first detailed annual operations report a modest six page two color folder modeled on business annuals. Village president Douglas Pillinger urged residents to engage with government and participate with the village board in the community’s affairs and future.
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Glen Ellyn
Douglas Pillinger
Chicago
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