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Newspaper
Forest Park Review
Location
Forest Park, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1929
Page
11
To the dear wife and mother Ella Kumnick Herman, who passed away December 1 1924. We recall the day you left us with sorrow, the hand you held, and the final sigh. Left by husband Walter and children Edwin Violet and Terbert, we mourn and miss you.
Zimmermans & Son buy an advanced three way hearse built on a Wacktlae chassis with a Henry body from the Meany plant at Freeport. The electric load platform allows loading from back or either side, aiding pallbearers already noted as women. The car debuted at Mrs Otto's funeral and Forest Park heirs praise the new equipment.
Mrs Masslow entertained a group of friends for a Christmas afternoon at 45 Ilannah Avenue. Guests included D Senout J Meyer W Schwab Edith Dayhins Paul Witt Charles Beck and Herman Beck. Prize winners were Megan Nelson August Henze Edward Gaede J Willer and Anna Sommerfeld.
Ann Thomas answers a Christmas ad and moves into a prestigious house to help a bachelor prepare for the holiday. They shop, decorate, and plan a three day season of festive meals and gifts, with neighbors invited and a hopeful spark between Ann and Mr. Hilton.
The fragment notes December 25 as Christmas Day, marking the earliest known reference in an ancient catalogue of church festivals, around 4 D. The text suggests December 25 was the established date for Christmas observances in early records.
At the Forest Lions Club regular meeting in Masonic Temple Bey Robert J. Watson of Lombard argued there is a Santa Claus. He entertained members with music by Aubrose Wyruck, formerly with the group from Purest Park, who performed at Milwaukee concerts. Next week Albert C. Rows of Parent Bank will speak.
About 170 people attended the holiday fellowship party Tuesday evening in the First Presbyterian church gym. The event, sponsored by local sections cum muter, featured hats and stunts, music, a grab bag of two hampered parcels, and refreshments. Committee members included Zita Van Scherick and Lucille Petersom with various volunteers handling entertainment, decorations, and reception. Proceeds from the grab bag support the extra sheckles fund for specified causes.
A brief quotation from the Globe Democrat notes two moments men feel handsome. It cites donning evening clothes and wearing the regalia of the Grand In aide Duoralammer as occasions of vanity.
Abe Martin notes in Farm and Fireside that the average U S farm spans about 140 acres with roughly 80 acres considered improved. He comments on the constant annual growth of farm sizes and reflects on the challenging role of a parent to a fifteen year old son.
The Grenier Tea Room debuts offering hot and cold luncheons, with themed servings and exclusive cosmetic agents featured by Wareneeson’s Cosmetics. Local patrons explore a novelty menu and seasonal drinks in this new dining spot.
Assorica's oldest museum in Charleston faces uncertain future as authorities consider funding cuts and a potential relocation. Officials cite budget pressures while preservation advocates warn of losing a key cultural landmark and regional heritage.
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