Canary to the Sky A Field Flight Diary
A writer recalls a thrill ride in a small plane at Maywood’s aviation field. The narrator and Blair take off from Roosevelt Road, admiring Forest Park and Madison Street from above, looping and gliding over towns and rivers. The exhilaration lasts as the author contemplates a future in flight and the joy of soaring above home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tiny
Lin SU
Wall
Hirst Avenue
Maywood
Roosevelt Road
Louis
Lutz
Hiv
Aunt Inan
Inir
Hiyself
Luts
Blair
Mary's Garden
Speedway Park
Forest Park
Thia Attleburg
Jay
Madison
New Theatre
Herman Hann
Ihze
Commer
Review of Five
New Forest Park
Blair Soute
Legion Not Military Body Clarifies American Legion Purpose
Reports from National Headquarters of the American Legion address misunderstandings about its role. Lemuel Holles notes the Legion is civilian in status with military obligations shared by all citizens, supports universal military training with civilian control, and urges elimination of inefficient military powers while ensuring national defense readiness. The remark ends: The man who makes the most noise talks the least thinking.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Legion
Unon
Lemuel Holles
American Legon
Wenkwénsen
Legion
Minneapolis
American Legion Ia
National Convention of the
Ob- Ugedona
Army
Navy
Panajon
Stri Wen
Len Small Turns Kankakee Fair Into Success Story
Len Small, long time secretary of the Inter-State Fair, is credited with transforming the Kankakee fair from a failing, poorly organized event into a thriving, well run show. His country background and agricultural focus shaped a leadership that brought steady growth and public acclaim.
Len Small praised as Kankakee fair's driving force in century of progress
The article extols Len Small as the force behind the Kankakee Inter-State Fair's rise, noting his success as a farmer and fair manager. It highlights his roles as a stock and grain farmer near Kankakee, president of the Soil and Drop Improvement Association, and his bid for the Republican nomination for Governor, stressing his close ties to farmers and agricultural work. It also references early newspapers and a quote from Ole Hanson on American rights.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miinals
Len
Hoe
Tle
Kankakee
Len Small
Possible Zoonomy and Grandmother's Walk
A fragmentary tale recounts James and his grandmother meeting a man with glasses worn low on his nose. James asks why the man wears them that way, suggesting they avoid wear. The countryside is described with songs and laughter as a parade-like scene unfolds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James
Fragmentary note hints at Mary’s hospital stay and missed days
A damaged fragment describes Mary in hospital and sorrow over limited contact. The speaker laments not seeing Mary between what she calls “the tops and bottom of these days,” expressing regret and longing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary
Observatories Report Northern Hemisphere Activity
A historical note outlines public observations from northern hemisphere observatories detailing notable lunar and stellar events. The report highlights activity levels, noting increased visibility of certain celestial objects and mentions dates tied to prior measurements.
Deafness and its effects on social interaction in the past
A reflection on how deafness does not equate to stupidity, noting that many intelligent people become misjudged due to hearing loss. It discusses how loss of interaction can lead to social withdrawal and self-centeredness, emphasizing the social challenges faced by partially deaf individuals.
Harve's Decorations Across Ancient Harness Traditions
Harve notes decorations on a work horse harness echo ancient practices seen with Julius Caesar era gear and Egyptian tack, suggesting a long survival of ornamentation in horse equipment through history.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harve
Julius Caesar
For Sale Classified Items From Forest Park Area
A fragment of Fordish classified ads listing used ord for cash, bicycles, furniture, and appliances. Includes details like locations Forest Park Madison Street 782 Madison Street and 102 Nockford Street, items such as rugs lamps parlor sets stoves phonograph electric lamp and a lost solid silver Eversharp pencil by Wm Horn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ulao
W. Madison
Rest
Forest Park
Wm. Horn
Nockford Atreat
Business Men's Picnic Reward Notice at Auto Pit a
A notice states compensation of eight dollars will be paid for a findee who returns a lost item at the Business Men's picnic held at the Auto Pit A venue. The appeal emphasizes prompt contact with event organizers.
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Ikewiao
Boulabody
Alma and
Objecta
Lemual Bolles
Bullt Kankakee Fair
Lenmall
Amall
Kahkakee Fair
Kankakee Fair
Firet
Minx Eligabeth Mallette
London
Coursnt
Hol Dhevism
Ole Hanson
LEN @MALL
Great Agricultural Fair
Tusale
Bolsheviat
FORDS
B. Thelson
Mudieon St
Madison Street
Allick
Axminster O
Martin's
Clokmo AV
Austin
Faust
Figin Avenue
H&lp
Lateslady
Mudiaon Street
Forest’ Park
Oak Palk
Wiver Forest
Madar Hee
Welles N. Windsor
Farmar
Sano Rut Polp
Phrey
Niger
Frite
Dringgiat
Wal. Fempet Park
Acuole
Western Tailors
Buits
T Park
Ill
L, Partridge
Whyclen Nepatred
Hieydan
Fromep Hought
Madison St
W. A. Schlupp
F. P
Ascher
Lathrop Ave
Kodak
the Review Film Service
Sturges & Burn Mfg. CO
Melrose Park, Ill
Keapia
M. Powers
Wabash Ave
Chicago
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