14 Apr 1928
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Newspaper
Forest Park Review
Location
Forest Park, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1928
Page
1
A fragmentary note quotes L Hall and Bert on reader interest. It hints that what may bore one reader could captivate others, suggesting varied tastes and the writer’s attempt to engage a different audience. The brief item reflects on reading dynamics without further context.
The piece analyzes potential nominees for the 1928 election. It notes Democrats may nominate Al Smith and discusses Republicans' possible choice between Hoover and other Western-leaning candidates. It mentions President Coolidge’s possible influence and Hoover’s commitment to Coolidge policies, with uncertainty about party support.
Farmers press for remedial action in Congress and the White House amid financial strain from bank failures. A tenant Iowa farmer shipped hogs to Chicago and received a $1,300 check for four years of work, only to see the local bank fail the next day, illustrating hardship and urgency behind the push for relief measures.
The author argues Wall Street and eastern interests misunderstand the west and its farmers. The Mississippi valley, housing half the population, demands farm relief and flood control but may receive only a partial loaf. A western nominee is urged to truly represent western spirit to win real power.
The article quotes a Western observer arguing Herbert Hoover, an engineer with Wall Street ties, may win the nomination by gathering delegates. It notes farmers and Wall Street blocs backing competing figures, suggesting a western candidate could be favored yet not aligned with farmer interests.
In Woreat Park the Republican vote swung away from Governor Small and States Attorney Crowe, yielding large majorities for Emmerson, Glenn, Carl Strom, and Swanson. Regular Republican club supporters carried seven of nine precinct committeemen, with several close wins, while many Deneen candidates were left out.
There is still a chance to win one of those cash prizes offered for a new home for Circle Pharmacy. The contest closes tonight at o'clock. Put on your thinking cap and get busy, picking up a little carry mongy.
Ascher’s theatre in Forest Park will reopen as Forest theatre run by George and Jack Miller of Lido theatre in Maywood and Chicago area. Thirty five thousand dollars will be spent on decor including a new organ carpets ventilating system and electric sign. First run pictures will be shown. Miller’s group plans extensive improvements and new management intends a successful relaunch with community support.
Sam Lee Laundry Co announces per hand laundry service at 7220 Madison Street in Shawbi. The firm, established 35 years ago at 129 Lake Street in Oak Park, expands its operation.
In two districts this Saturday afternoon voters choose two members of the board of education for a six year term. Incumbents Boyer Pitman Ernst seek re election against three challengers. Polls open at noon and close seven pm in school houses. Also Proviso Township High School elects one board member to replace Dr Krause with Charles Neilus and Charles McCunih as candidates.
A Monday night board presentation outlines a new lighting system for Forest Ark at an estimated cost of 545632 dollars. The plan combines Madison street with other street lights and details pole types and placements including 290 boulevard poles and 234 tubular steel poles across residence and business zones.
The Forest Park board of local improvements passed two public works plans totaling about 191,194 dollars after a public hearing. Madison Street will gain paving and sidewalks from Harlem to Lathrop, with side openings and credits for savable sidewalks. Additional alleys and unpaved streets south of Roosevelt Road will be paved, with costs estimated around 65,719 dollars for streets and 65,719 dollars for alleys, to be completed this summer under state supervision.
Forest Park Chamber of Commerce will hold its April meeting at Wasonis Temple Friday evening April 20. A feature of the evening will be music by members of St. John's materu and a speech by the president of Oak Chamber of Commerce. There will be a buffet.
Mex Nathant and Helvi tere avenue residents were elected to lead the Forest Park Woman's Club in a biennial election. Mrs Ethel Smith and Mrs Marie Hardin also won officer posts. The outgoing president, Mrs McEwan, noted for long service, will be honored as she steps into a new nine year term and continues volunteer work with the library and child welfare programs.
The four act melodrama Less Than Dust staged by Presbyterian Young People at Firat Forest Park Moose Temple Maywood drew praise for youthful freshness. Amateur actors, directed well, delivered an earnest performance with strong music by the church orchestra and a colorful cast led by Jen Moore Russel Schaefer and Shirley Terrell.
Forest Park State Bank at 740th Madison Street hosts a public inspection of interior changes after a 12 week renovation. New features include a lowered floor to street level, a spacious lobby with leather seating, expanded teller cages, a large vault with a 25 ton door, safety deposit boxes, a directors room, and a 24 hour deposit slot. The bank, formerly A Roos private bank, showcases a modern layout with a telephone exchange and emergency access provisions.
Forest Park Post American Legion received permission for its annual May 30 event. Village council adjourned after a reading of lighting system specifications, while Capt. Lange of the Gre department was granted three months leave with a guaranteed job in reserve for at least a year.
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