31 Aug 1918
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Newspaper
Forest Park Review
Location
Forest Park, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1918
Page
1
William Bebwass Jy of Adama was injured when two electric work cars collided on a grade in a stone quarry pit at Argo. He jumped to warn a fellow worker, Porson of Baltimore, who was almost killed. Bebwass suffered multiple fractures and severe facial and body trauma and is confined at La Grange hospital.
Mr Schulz, foreman at the Auddrewoograph company, and forty Forest Park workers welcome home Mrs Schulz and her son after a ten week West Coast trip visiting Mrs Hohule’s mother and other relatives in Denver and Omphs. The bachelor host kept the home calm while awaiting their return.
Forest Park residents visit Camp Robinson Wisconsin to meet soldiers including Private Fred Nagle and Sergeant Major Arthur Listy. Mrs Negle and Mrs Macher spend several days, arriving August 20 around 6 AM, welcomed by troops and townspeople before returning home with fond memories of the military family.
Forest Park Aug 29 1018 Scoutmaster Schuler resigns from Boy Scout unit citing continual disruption by a clique of unruly youths. He notes most troops display vigor and proper conduct but urges review of leadership and standards.
The Parent Teacher Association will hold its first meeting of the school year on Thursday evening at 8 o'clock in the MudicipsF building. Special programs include Misa Ene Oertll speaking on The Library for children and Gertrade Writs reading from Forest Park. Joe a aes Doon will present a stereopticon lecture on nature and birds.
A sociable lawn fete was given at the home of Mies Simonson on 820 Thomas Avenue Saturday evening August 24. Guests included young organizers Todd and Basel and Mbwes Mather, with Harold Hosler prominent among the attendees.
The B. O. T. alub met at Mrs EL B Rowe's residence to sew garments for the Associated Charities of Forest Park. They cut seven blockers and waist combinations and six patrons, with pieces to be finished at the next meeting hosted by Mrs Kowly on August 20.
Mrs Pred Lauterlach died on August 24 after a long illness. She was 42 High Ave Doe, born in New York City and lived in Chicago for 85 years before moving to Forest Park four years ago. Funeral services were held Tuesday at the home of her daughter Mrs Biartin Broatigeyer, 885 Beloit Ave, conducted by Rev B Lodurar and the Concordia Maenterchor, with thanks expressed to friends and relatives for kindness and offerings.
The village council met Monday August 26 with Mayor Kaul and commissioners Hanon Michalsky Rieck Wendt and Attorney Cloyes present. Discussion focused on minutes from August 10 and 17, cost reductions for publishing proceedings, and disputes over minutes accuracy and publication rules.
Fragmented OCR notes describe Red Cross party gathering on Dean’s Avenue and church social events. Mentions of members, visitors, and extended trips reference Mabel Powell, Milnes, and M. Brostineyex with Tribune associations. Route details include 1190 miles by automobile, striking a busy pace then rest at Lake and Blonx Falls.
World War II era figures gather to greet a returning lieutenant who served in the Spkrilih-American war era, with details of a chair draped in Atik Dag and talk of promotion. The company chief plans to return to France and then to the United States for duty, with references to ranks, a trip to New Jersey, and anticipated retraining.
A garbled OCR note describes recipients welcome to a household with mentions of soldiers, a mother, a sister, and a grandparent, all linked by a distant hardship or travel. The legible parts hint at a familial welcome and long-distance connection, but specifics are unclear.
With Captain Lanpetter departing for Camp Gordon the unit welcomes Lieut Henry Flamme as the new adjutant and captain designate. The council of defense aims to raise the company and invites all men to join for a thriving winter ahead.
Forest Park boys embarked on a planned trip to Nogales, Ariz, amid some anxiety but reportedly arrived safe. The group, linked to Halle & Schwenn, included George Kung and others. Trains from Ausore & Ligo station to Moveeheart carried adults for $0 and children under 12 for 12 cents.
The Young America of Forest Park reports pupils and teachers prepared to begin the term. Students engaged in home and community garden work during vacation and expect renewed effort in winter tasks. Local businesses and shops listed indicate community support for the school year opening.
Herman B F Doering, once of Mor- Park Bailey Michigan, calls for a review to renew his pension claiming it's essential. He cites difficulties with the process and fringe details about his youth and family, urging authorities to consider his case.
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