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Brookfield Magnet

Location

Brookfield, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Nov 12, 1953

Page

6

Brookfield Social Notes Highlight Local Doings

A collage of Brooklyn area events features Mrs Carmen Schoen attending Channel 11 preview at Commonwealth Edison, Mrs E Zenner reporting safe arrival in New Smyrna Florida, and Mr and Mrs Ernest Brokie enjoying a Kalama zoo weekend. Farewell parties honor Margene Ernoul and Marcene Krnoul, engagements set for Dorothy and Jack Brode, plus Halloween costume contest winners Kathleen Murrin and Diane Sis. Numerous visits, anniversaries, hospital stays, and family gatherings fill the Brookfield social calendar with neighbors from Maple and Park avenues.

Pancake breakfast planned for Lt. George Schreiber fund

In Brookfield Riverside High, Nov 14, 6 am to 2 pm, a pancake breakfast to aid Lt. George Schreiber defense fund. Committee includes Gordon Teichman and Don Surgs. Brookfield Education Association sponsors with gifts from VFW Fourth district and Gross School Camera Club. 4600 tickets at $1 each.

George Schreiber Defense Schreiber Gordon T.teichman Don Surgs Mary Ann Tomaso Maude Dunning Eleanor Vitale Susan McCann Barbara Grant Lillian Atkins Dorothy Fricke Casey Flowers Gross Pta Richard Crohn Grace Markwell Meier Cochairman Publicity Ethel Hickes F. B. McDowell

Halloween Party Hosted by Mrs Bonis in Gary Indiana

Mrs John Bonis of 3346 Arthur hosted her Triple M club in Gary Indiana on November 1 for a Halloween party.

John Bonis Arthur Triple M Club Gary Ind

Village Board approves Rochester ave paving plans in split projects

The Village of Brookfield discussed Rochester avenue paving split into several projects funded by residents along the street. Curb and gutter planned with 24 foot wide street and 10 inch paving. A residents’ delegation questioned timing and start. City officials noted state involvement and tax factors complicating schedule.

Rochester Ave Rochester Kylie Ives Smaha Jones Kocour

Police move man to hospital after mixed reports

Peter J. McCabe, 45, of 8822 Madison Ave, was taken to Wesley Memorial hospital on November 4. Early hospital reports to the police department were unclear about his condition. Police, led by Sgt. Apel with Sgt. Firley, Officer Latzke, and Dr. Vacha, coordinated the transfer amid address confusions and uncertain updates.

Peter J. McCabe Madison Ave Wesley Memorial Hospital Ouhet McCabe Apel Firley Latzke

Canine Fashion Show Sets Holiday Style Trend

News Views reports on a New York store hosting a dog fashion show featuring gowns coats and accessories for hounds. The item playfully notes dog outfits with pockets and practical items, then shifts to a Rhode Island driver’s quip about outrunning police, finishing with a plug for Kubricht's Pharmacy at 9421 Ogden Avenue Brookfield and its emergency service numbers.

New York Rhode Island Kubricht’s Ogden Avenue Brookfield

Village Disc 4 South tiero Meet

Members of the South Brookfield Civic Association attended the November meeting as Village President Dan Kulie outlined plans for street paving water mains sewer cleaning park and playground projects and taxation. A Q and A followed with Kulie providing authoritative answers. The association formed in 1950 to promote civic improvements and invites South Brookfield residents to monthly meetings on the first Wednesday at 8 p.m. at 4146 Sunnyside Ave.

South Brookfield Sunnyside Ave

Brookfield Teens Set for Holiday Dance Fete

Brookfield teenagers eagerly await the second in a series of teen dances from 9 20 to 11 30 pm in the Congregational church basement at Maple and Lincoln across from Gross school. Music by Paul Rivaldo and his Musical Aces. Refreshments included with 50 cent admission. Alumnae of the Newcomers club aid the Brookfield recreation commission in sponsoring.

Brookfield Congregational Church Maple Lincoln Aves Gross School Paul Rivaldo Newcomers Club Brookfield Recreation Commission

Psychology Club Meets at Lyons Ownshig High School

The LTJC Psychology Club heard a Tuesday lecture by Edward Zimdars, a Lyons Ownshig High School speech teacher, who spoke on Psychology of Public Speaking.

Psychology Club LTJC Edward Zimdg Lyons Ownshig High School Zimdars

Lyons Township High School Modern Dance club tryouts

Originality and grace were the twin bases of judging for the 14 girls who tried out for the Modern Dance club at Lyons Township High School. Top contestants included Jane Burnett Merle Wische Toni Drake Irma Mahaffey Joe Fricke Linda Du Plan and Sue Broadway. Judges were Meg Greene Eleanor Magnuson Joyce Ray Cynthia How Elaine Danly Diane Murdock and sponsor Miss Mildred Cizauskas. Patronize Our Advertisers.

Grace Lyons Township High School Jane, Burnett Merle Wische Toni Drake Irma Mahaffey Joe Fricke Linda DuPlan Sue Broadway Meg Greene Eleanor Magnuson Joyce Ray Cynthia How Elaine Danly Diane Murdock Mildred Cizauskas

Young man ready to serve latest best menswear

A young man opens a ready to wear shop showcasing the latest and best apparel for men with brands, while prices are teased as affordable. The business center welcomes him and wishes success.

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