Funeral for Dr Cecil Handke Hasty Death in Brooklyn
A large Forest Park community gathers for the funeral of Dr Cecil Handke, a Kings County hospital pathologist born in Chicago in 1890. He died suddenly in Brooklyn after refusing hospital care the night before. Handke studied at Northwestern and Western universities, served in the US military, and spent time in Europe before returning to Brooklyn. His family and friends recall him as a bright, democratic figure loved by many.
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Cheie
Cecil Handka
Ofty Lundke
Monroe
Stat
Kinga County
Pithology
Brooklyn
Hils Remamns
Graber
King’s County Hospital
Deeil Handke
Chicago
Poreat Park
Ulver Forest
Deupeau Tex
Northwestern University
Husate
Tle
Vienna
Tokel
Germany
Italy
France
Ngland
United States
Singerts Heath
Nin
Ufe
Dr. Jones
Obituary William Rohn and relatives noted in local death
William Kato died suddenly near noon at 448 Clete ay nue after fainting spell. Dr. Fh By Jonking wig ratled and a Chicago family physician from Chicago filed the death certificate stating natural causes. Rohn lived in Forest Park about a year after moving from Chicago. He was 72. Survived by wife, three daughters, and a son from a former marriage. Funeral Thursday from SS Jabt's church. burial at Concordia.
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William Rohn
William Kato
Chicago
Rolin
Forest Park
Roki Waa Doomele
Tein
Mohn & Geel
Oak Turk
Tia
Chcago
Kaercher matriarch dies after Indianapolis accident
The death of H Kaercher's mother in Indianapolis followed an accident when a railing gave way and she fell about eight to ten feet. The woman, a widow, had lived with her unmarried daughter in Indianapolis. Funeral services were held Tuesday. She leaves five sons besides Harry and another daughter in Kansas City. The event occurred Friday and was confirmed by Mr. Kaercher upon arrival in Indianapolis.
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Tdi Tink
Elgin Avenue
Thuriay Morniig
Cu Summbaa
Neb
Peter Penskinty
Murry
Indhiapatix
Sp. Mw
Higinethon
Indianapolis
Kansas City
Harry
Water House Talk Dominates Monday Village Council
Village council discussed a new water house and water works safety amid fears of structure failure. Commissioners urged action, with plans for a temporary fix and possible new building, while residents debated costs and committee oversight. Mrs Friedler opens a Madison Street shoe shop, moving from Chicago.
Park's Tax Levy Ordinance Passes by Village Council
The Park district council approved a tax levy totaling 96 510 001 to fund village expenditures. Debate focused on appropriations across departments, with concerns about possible overstatements and the need for accurate budget figures to satisfy Cook County oversight.
Mayor Kaul Bans Punch Boards From Parks Here
Mayor Kaul ordered removal of punch boards from stores in Pores Park this week after a two week trial period. He cited gambling concerns for children and told authorities to cease operations. one board was confiscated though the owner claimed no wrongdoing.
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T Kak Gther
Ohare
Pores Park
Vere
Ole Panen
Pallee
Veah
Behool
Public hearing on paving all alleys in River Forest
Village hearing Monday night debated paving alleys in River Forest Park area between Maison and Hartlion streets. Engineer reported crown drainage concerns and cost. residents argued for or against concave pavement with nine inch center rise. vote favored crowned pavement over flat.
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Gentral Section
Mendunnen
Kino
Border Park
Aone
Ville
Maison
Hartlion Atreets
Heatley
Saltata
Vulteengineer
Kleefen
Gieholt Lisches Power
Meyer
Lin
Uirlkeh
Pataikonnteeet
Mater
River Forest
WEW Transfer Building Undergoing Rapid Progress
Old structures at Elgin over Que and Madison are cleared for the Transfer block addition. A ten-man crew digs basements and removes foundation stones while Carl Lots holds the general contract. Cement work on the foundation is expected to begin early next week. B Max rat is the builder, near Milwaukee for business.
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Elgin Over Que
Madison Street
Carl Lots
B. Maxrat
Milwaukee
Bonness
Village council weighs many measures on pending decisions
Village council met Monday night amid talks of road and park improvements and school funding requests. Commissioner Reid presented concerns over unplatted ground and potential development, while debates on oil station permits and railroad area access drew attention from residents and planners.
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Devel
Reidch
Harlem
Police Dinner at Jack Augusty Aims to Support Fund Drive
Police Association hosts a chicken dinner at Jack Augusty to raise funds for truck replacement and community support. Speakers include Fred Lieht, Jack Hermansen, and William Heidelbach. notable guests Joseph Metary and Jerry O’Connor attend. program features songs and stories, ending with a recitation and a toast to duty.
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Police Association
Jack Augusty
Peter Park
Augusty
Hilt
JW. Mueller
A. J. Hehultze
Aki Ehetheas
Kbchow Weourties
Leater Werk
Fonda
Fred Lieht
Forter
Red Fiege
Jack Hermansen
William Heidelbach
Eek
Joseph Metary
Robert Sweltzer
Jerry O'Connor
Jerry O'Connor, Bupneag
Janitors’ Union
McCarthy
Kelly
O'Connor
Wright
Dellwood Park Forest Park Mecca Meet Adorns Local Track News
Fragmented OCR lists a track event at Dellwood Park on Thursday August 7 with Forest Park Mecca meet details. Mentions Forest Burk, Delheond Euew, and multiple race notes including 25 yard sprints, times, and participants.
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Dellwood Park
Forest Park Mecca
Chicago Man Objects To Through Street Fine
A Chicago man refused to yield to through street rules and faced a fine after a confrontation with a Forest Park officer. Judge Witt admonished him to follow Chicago regulations and not Forest Park rules while noting the right of citizens to judge safety. About twenty violators faced the state ordinance hearing, with most admitting violations after questioning.
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Chicago
Micago
Forest Park
Witt Mom
Angentoun Njihia
Tires Stolen From Harry Huxhold's Car
Village clerk warns Harry Huxhold of a tire theft from his car near the police station yard. A 86 reward is offered for the thief, with authorities saying the tire was not taken from the police station area and noting uncertainty about when the incident occurred.
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Harry Huxhold
Huxholl
Bive
Hit
Huxhold
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