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Newspaper
Brookfield Magnet
Location
Brookfield, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1951
Page
1
A long rural day ends with a late trailer of 94 bales hauled from the fields after a supper break, as animals crowd the barn and a seven year old helps load. An inquest in the Maple accident returns an accidental death verdict for Cory and Webber youths, noting a crossing gate and details of the LaGrange Park car involved.
Willis E. Gard Jr. is appointed assistant manager for Illinois Bell in the LaGrange area by F.C. Ford telephone manager. Gard has served as assistant commercial engineer in Hammond and East Chicago, joined Illinois Bell in 1946, and has Army service from 1943. He studied at the University of Illinois and resides in Lombard with wife Mrs. Gard and two children, Joy and Patricia.
Brookfield residents filed two rent gouging complaints with Village Manager Bash. One case cited a jump from 54.50 to 15, and the other from US to 65, linked to a lease violation between tenant and landlord after controls were lifted. A radio broadcast referenced village actions related to the situation.
Two LaGrange Park youths died when their car was struck by a fast eastbound Burting ton Zephyr at the Maple Ave crossing in Brookfield at 12:15 p.m. Tuesday. Police identified the victims as Ronald Wayne Cory, 17, of 427 N. Kensing.
The Chicago City council approved a 50 percent rate hike effective Sept 1, with suburbs like Brookfield and North Riverside anticipated to see a rise. Village Manager Bash says a survey is needed for exact impact, while McCook’s higher water draw from Brookfield’s mains could affect sales if McCook stops buying. Brookfield’s fate hinges on intermunicipal water agreements and nearby purchases.
Village Manager Eash received a certificate of full membership in the village managers association dated April 1 1951. He had been an associate member since 1948 and earned full standing after three years of service.
Five or six teen age gunmen held Lipka's Service Station at 8642 Ogden Ave a Saturday morning robbery. They stole 65 dollars from Joe Concialdi plus 19.64 from the cash drawer, cigarettes gas and oil, and the attendant's wallet lighter and car keys before locking him in a washroom. The theft involved a 1941 Ford Tudor with three armed youths and two revolvers and a .32 automatic.
John Francis McMillan died Friday morning July 13 at 4023 Dubois Blvd after five weeks illness. Born January 25, 1866 in Rock Island Illinois, he lived 42 years in Congress Park and retired from the CB&Q railroad. Survived by widow Amanda a daughter Charlotte and son Gilbert Weyand of Dallas. brother Charles A. Funeral services were held at 9446 Ogden Ave chapel with interment at Forest Home. Masonic rites followed.
Mrs. Willis Melville wife of Judge Willis Melville died at home in Brookfield after a four and a half year illness. Funeral services were held at the First Congregational church with burial in LaGrange Cemetery. The Rev. Wilfred Wakefield preached the sermon. Survivors include her husband two daughters three grandchildren and four great grandchildren. The family spent winters in St Petersburg Florida and lived at 8526 Park Ave Brookfield.
Friday July 13 the Brookfield Public Library hosted a Grand Canyon film and reading contest for youths. Librarian Mrs. Fredrika Wiley organized the session with Boy Scout Bill Bonnell presenting. top readers include Alice Moylan Judy Ellingson and Susan Kessel with 50 45 and 40 books respectively.
Betty Lou Chapin of 3618 Kern man Ave Brookfield is among high school graduates planning to enter Illinois State Normal University in the fall. Permits to register have been mailed by Miss Elsie Brenneman, director of admissions. Most incoming freshmen will be from Illinois and all intend a teaching career.
County health officials confirm a polio case in the village involving Mrs Flor ence Scherk a 25 year old resident of 4017 Oak avenue. She was taken to Cook County Contagious Disease Hospital. Local village offices had not been notified at the time of report.
Mrs Harry Brunson received a telephone call from her sister living near the flooded area of Northern Kansas city. They moved furniture to safety and hope their home will not flood. Mrs Brunson had no word on her safety until Sunday.
Officials from northern Illinois cities and towns visited Brookfield Friday after a noon luncheon at the Brookfield Zoo. Mayor Dan Kulie Village Manager Bash and Administrative Assistant Jake Dumelle hosted a informal gathering as hosts.
In Brookfield village Mr and Mrs John Clifton plan their twenty fifth wedding anniversary on July 25. The Magnet notes social chatter from local residents including Joe Opat commenting on a blue bow tie and various residents strolling, dining, and chatting around the town. Officials discuss Brookfield Zoo planning and upcoming Kiwanis and American Legion events while accident coverage is credited to local police.
Brookfield issues a May proclamation banning dogs from running at large and hires the Animal Welfare league as dog catcher. The service begins Friday July 20 with dogs taken to Chicago and held three days before disposal if unclaimed. Reclaim requires fee plus daily charge. village hopes this drastic step ends the nuisance.
Brookfield resident Mrs Mabel Port died unexpectedly at St Luke's hospital in Davenport Iowa. She had lived in Brookfield for 40 years and was active in the Congregational church and Field Garden club. Survived by son Robert Vancouver Washington two brothers Rockford and Vancouver and two grandchildren Stuart and Porter Davenport. Rev C A Bloom officiated with burial at LaGrange cemetery.
June building permit activity drops in the village with reported totals around $528,119 for the month, indicating a quieter period for new projects and approved developments. Municipal officials note a cautious pace as developers wait for clearer market signals.
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