Madison Street Boosters Club Formed After Banker Slaying
In the John Soffell will probate case, widow Kate Soffell claims $26,000 in real estate and personal property. sister-in-law and two nieces receive smaller amounts. Officials near a murder and payroll robbery case say James Garner is a suspect, with police locating weapons and a possible accomplice as they pursue leads in Maywood and Melrose Park.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charitable Organiciiong Pte
John Surfer
Staywau Il Sayings Bank
Kate Soffell
Asther Volkman
Givenon
Misaca Alice
Barbara Beoville
Tripp Avenue
Mt. James's
Maywood
Maywood and
Melrose Park
Chicago
Soffel
John Soffell
Tocaday
James Garner
Baywood
Garner
Hia
Mola
Poetr
Maywood Bynth
Local artists to appear at Orchestra Hall February 7
Local artists Mra Alfred Kramp Mise Avista Mahler and Mia Florente Zugel from Burest Park perform in a Sunday Evening Club program at Orchestra Hall February 5 directed by Edgar A. Nelson of Bush Conservatory. The bill features Joseph Bonnet and Madame J. Christian, plus the Sunday Evening Club Quartet with Mabel Sharp Hardson soprano Nora Ludger Gannon contralto J B Miller tenor Gustaf Holmquist bass. Tickets on sale at Orchestra Hall box office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mra
Alfred Kramp
Mise Avista Mahler
Mia Florente Zugel
Burest Park
Chien
Orchestra Hall
Kramp Jewell
Miss Mauler
Bt. Peters’ Lutheran Church Choir
Miss Zugal
Bt. Jann
Lutheran Church Choir
Edgar A. Nelson
Thi Bush Conservatory
Joseph Bonnet
Disny
Madame J. Christian
Chicago Opera Company
Bveging Club
Mabel Sharp Hardson
Nore Ludger Gannon
J. B. Miller
Guntav Holmquist
Public School Benefit Drinking Fountain Project Update
Funds are needed to complete and install the Public School drinking fountain, with financing still pending. Forest Park schools plan flag moving pictures on Feb 22, 34, and 15 at Forest Park Theatre, formerly King's Theatre, with tickets available through students. Parents should buy tickets at the theatre, and another notice is expected next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forest Park
King's ‘Theatre
Agwe
Ugahy
American Legion Auxiliary to Meet February Seventh
The American Legion Auxiliary will hold its regular meeting Tuesday evening February 7 at 8:00 at the Municipal building. All members are urged to attend and invited are wives mothers and relatives of American Legion members who are not yet members. The group seeks support for duties to their boys at home and at Speedway hospital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American’ Legion Auxiliary
The
American Legion
Speedway
Obituary notices and funeral details from Forest Park and Elgin
Obituary notices detail the death of Ethel Gladrow Rogers in Denver on January 4 and funeral arrangements in Elgin with services conducted by the Elgin chapter of the Red Cross. The report notes her Forest Park roots, marriage to Fred Rogers, survivor daughter, and extended family. Also includes the death of Wy Onsal and funeral services at Knimap's undertaking establishment Austin with officiating minister A B Saunders, and a community acknowledgment of sympathy from Oak Park Bike Lodge and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ethel Gladhow Rogers Huse
Gladrow Rogers Dughter
Werhert
The
Integra
Gladrow
Lyin
Forest Park
Fie
Feed
Rogers
Elgin
Denver
Colo
Modea
Welock
Taok
Ghadrew
Forest
Park
Fred Rogers
Ahris
Eman
Herbert, Jr
Forest Park and
Flynn
Elby Oneal
Wy Onsal
G. W. Oneal
Speedway Hospital
Knimap
Central Avenue
Austin
Card of Thanks for Kindness and Sympathy
Mrs. William J. Greenen and family express gratitude for the kindness and sympathy shown to them after the death of their husband and father.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William J. Greenen
Masquerade Surprise for Mrs Clara Goetz
A masquerade party honored Mrs Clara Goetz on Saturday January 28 at 1163 Harlem Avenue. Guests in costume enjoyed dancing prizes for the ladies and gentlemen, a midnight luncheon, and a lighthearted search for President Muths olives later found under a couch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clara Coetz
Harlem Avenue
Mrs. Goetz
Mixsen
Mary Larson
Amy Hoerntaisen
Anna Barrett
Meta Miller
Wima Shubb
Biselo Pratt
Harry Chubb
Charlee Horns
Dave Melville
Charlie Knickrehm
Lore Goetz
Muth
Olves
Julie Clements
Messry and
Mesdames
K. Clerenta
Ladies Valentine Party At Proneer Presbyterian Church
The Ladies Aid Society of Proneer Presbyterian church will host a Valentine party at the gym next Friday evening February 10. Bring a friend. The society’s regular meeting is at the church Wednesday afternoon at 2:00. Visitors welcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ladies’ Aid Society of
Proneer Presbyterian Church
Mrs Prank S robot Hosts Friends at Home
Mrs Prank S robot 541 Deaplales entertained a group of friends Thursday afternoon February 2 at her home. Attendees included Mrs A Winterroth Mrs Paul Rich ter Mrs L Duchholz Mrs 0 Teanow Mrs John Lange Mrs Ray Lange Mrs L Weswelhwoft Mrs Joe Cenny Mrs BH Malcolm Miss Alice Fisher and Mrs Annia Grabow CIN served. Herman Ziehel Forest Park, a known local athlete and former Peovico student, has diphtheria.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Winterroth
Paul Richter
L. Duchholz
0. Teanow
John Lange
Ray Lange
L. Weswelhwoft
Joe Cenny
BH. Malcolm
Misa Alice Fisher
Annia Grabow
Cin
Herman Ziehel
Forest Park
Chelon
Peovico
Village Council in Routine Business
Village council held a Monday evening session approving permits and transfers including John Wenze to transfer a Neenxe to operate a soft drink parlor and restaurant at 800 Deaplaines Avenue to George Polter. Benevolent association and athletic clubs received dance permits for March dates. treasurer authorized to pay various overcharges totaling 8.65.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Quilet
Mirkaleky
Mitola
Hell
Chowpaign
Wendt
Mide Yee
Chiftman
Sitte Organization
John Wenze
Deaplaines Avenue
George Polter
Forvat Park Potles Uenevolent
Bus Circle Athletic Club
Oakwyn Athletic Club
W. Arndt
Masonic Service Draws Large Pioneer Presbyterian Crowd
The Masonic service at Pioneer Presbyterian Church on Sunday evening drew a large attendance from Masons Eastern Star members and others. Rev. P I De Carbo of Chicago delivered the address Let Us Make a Man and impressed the audience with a strong sermon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Masonic
Pioneer Presbyterian Church
Manora
Eastern Star
P. I. de Carbo
Chicago
Church Extension Board
Sulua
Mra
Karl Jr. Morton
Wim
Konigefeh
de Carlo
American Insurance Union Installation of Officers
At the regime meeting of the A American Insurance Union in Forest Park Council on Wednesday evening February J installation of officers will be conducted by supreme deputy Mrs Duceh of Douglas Park Council. The Koreat Park Council expresses pride in new members and young girls. Beautiful arts were presented to officers. Carnations were given to deputies and pages Lucie Bhanvarsy and Clarence Edwards. Refreshments and dancing followed. Thanks to President Olive Cooley for making the event a success.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forest Park Council
Two Pines
Duceh
Douglas Park
Koreat Park Council Sa
Misa Lucie Bhanvarsy
Clarence Edwards
Charlie Serger
Olive Cooley
Whites and Blacks in Row at Speedway
A verbal altercation involving colored and white men at Speedway Hospital Thursday night led to fights and reports of a race riot. Jonni It Hayes said the incident was a loud quarrel with no military restraint. an inquiry team was set to investigate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Speedway Hospital
Chicago
Moose Masquerade A Record Crowd Enjoys Costume Ball
The Moose masquerade hosted by the local lodge at One Abusement Park ballroom drew a record attendance. Prizes worth hundreds of dollars were awarded for costumes including a notable pink skirt group by the Women’s Legion and matronly skaters. Music pleased the dancers as refreshments and a busy crowd kept the event lively. A stray ring was found and awaiting owner at Frank Bender’s residence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Women's Legion
Hodp
The
Fudge
Ales
Frank Bender
Tockford Avenue
Forest Park
Men's Night Planned by Neighborhood Club Officers
Mrs Uelen Troike chairs the social committee of the Neighborhood club and led a Sunday meeting to finalize plans for Men's Night at the Columbus Park Streetery on Friday February 17. Troike aims to make the event gala and enjoyable with duties assigned for member cooperation to ensure a successful evening.
Hostess event at speedway boys gathering
The event featured two hostesses and guests including Miss Prunes, Mr. Blin Maehelle Mwift, and Miss Teresa Snow. Prizes ranged from a five dollar gold piece to merchandise certificates, with cigars, cake, and cordial entertainment noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blin Maehelle Mwift
Mark
Minn
Flore DeLowy
Blatera
Misa Prunes
Ste Loughs Tan
Teresa Snow
R. Jensen
Gritzmacher
Hot Hing
G. Pidibin
Miss Hartowe
Mr. Hensley
Bennes Addresses Neighborhood Club Meeting on Film Work
Members of the Neighborhood Club attended a February regume meeting where Charles Dana Enner of the Atlas Co spoke on “Bombing News by Motion Pictures.” He demonstrated character dolls and educated films, with “Dinty” and Miss Doy Brown featured. Mrs. Mary Dicht conducted in President’s absence. next meeting set for February 10 with plans for law class and English instruction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Regume
Buly
Charlier Danaenner
Atlastim Co. Ais
Hla
Dolla
Dita
Dinty
Weasley Harry
Misa Doy
PURELY PERSONAL Updates from local residents in brief notes
PURELY PERSONAL items show Win Schrankle at 238 Lathrop avenue in failing health after four weeks with heart trouble. Mrs Fred Ewing at 220 Bilgin avenue hosted a luncheon with ladies, sharing dolls and fancy work. Mrs Harriet Hosler at 14 Towns avenue entertained Bowling club women at luncheon. Mr and Mrs W G Meard at 768 West Vox street welcomed a nine pound baby boy named William Robert. Mrs Oscar Fritz hosted officers of the Ladies' Aid of St Peters church at dinner at 7440 Madison Ave. Walter Thode, injured in an auto crash, to return to his home on Monroe Street early this week. Vari Lockard of Jacksonville, Fla, visited his brother Charles Lockard at 64 Desplaines avenue then continued on a business trip to Indiana. Thanksgiving Circle of King's Daughters meets Mrs B W, Mrs Amalia Obiman at 601 Ferdin de Herder 961 S Lombard avenue, and ladies attend official Ladies' Aid meeting at St Peters church. Mrs E Leigh at Oak Forest will speak. meeting opens at 2 15. Visitors welcomed. refreshments include pineapple short cake and coffee cake.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
King’s Daughters
Mra. B. W
Ametla Obiman
Ferdin de Herder
Lombard Avenue
Avenue
Pawt and Ok Park
Ladies' Aid
Mra
E-Leigh
St. Peters Church
Briday
Willpeak
Goldenrod Club Meeting Report Delights Members
The Goldenrod club gathered at Mrs Chaos Meeke 123 Desplaines Avenue for a Jan 22 luncheon of tea biscuits by Mrs 0 Meseke. Bunco featured high scores by Gur, Martin, Robt Mefainger, Sam Feather and N Winkler. next meeting set for Feb 9 at Mrs Ht Meislogen Q15 Circle Avenue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goldenrod Club
Bone of
Mra
Meislogen
Circle Avenue
Married Lehmkuhl-Stange in a Forest Park ceremony
Mion Stildred Talimbkiht of Iyer Surost and Hermin Stange of Forest Hark wed at St John’s Tithermum church with many friends attending. Ceremony featured flower girls Myrtle Stange Lillian Dreachier and Marvel Waan. Reception for 150 at Oak Park Community Hall followed the service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lehmkuhl-Stange
Stildred Talimbkiht
Iyer Surost
Hermin Stange
Forest Hark
Inet Batu
St. John’s Tithermum
Hes. M. Wagner
Ted Tisys
Mason Bleynor
Albert Guemmer
Forest Tirk
Laura
Oak’ Park
Newlywear
Bonne Brie
Hiver
Forest Park Review Bays Building Lot
The Paschal Hall Hotleman Co. Usher of 80 Forest Park Truview Rainer purchase a vacant lot on the north side of Madison Street between Wighy and Marengu rented and plan to erect a Landing on it. The lot fronts Madison Street about 100 feet with a depth of 1 feet along the alley. This property becomes one of the few sites in Forest Park where a building has been built.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paschal-Hall Hotleman Co
Forest Park Truview
Rainer
Madison Street
Wighy
Marengu
Ula Yeu
Woo
Bute Jon
Redford
Porest
Park
Corner Stone on Exhibition at Memorial Hall
The handsore corner stone donated by Kurt Bortner and Otto Heleh on display in the Forest Park Review windows attracts attention. The granite block bears an American Legion memorial and the inscription Memorial Wall Forest Park Post 414 A.D. 1021.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kurt Bortner
Otto Heleh
Forest Park Review
Forest Park Protective League Meeting Invited
Citizens Protective League invites attendees to a forest park protective meeting on Tuesday February 7 at 8:00 PM in the Village Hall. Emmett A. Murs, president, urges residents to join and organize to protect local interests and engage in village affairs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Citizens Protective League
Ottheenn
Efall
Kemeone
Toolenster
Fore
Tina Citgein
Emmett A. Murs
Battaglia Donates Shoes for Charity Benefit
Madison street shoe merchant Battaglia donates a dozen pairs of children's new and repaired shoes to the Forest Mark Association of Charities. The shoes will be distributed by the charity committee to aid needy families this week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Battaglia
Madison Streat
Forest Mark Association of Charities
Club Holds Meeting At Pearman Camp Home
The Booster club of Pearman camp N Ay holds regular midweek meetings at the home of Aire Lenn Kenney 447 Marengo Ave. A delicious JojeBeanon was buried.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pearman Camp
Forest Park business club forms to boost growth in Oak Park area
An early meeting established as a goal the formation of a business association to advance Forest Park and nearby communities. Officers elected include President Brantton-Herry Colleek and Treasurer Kred Mocker. Members from local banks, hardware firms, and merchants attended. The group aims to improve commercial districts, attract customers, and raise property values while keeping politics out of the organization. The next meeting is rescheduled to February 9 at the Community Club.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uae
jErting Evettryg
Danny
Herry Colleek
Itmlolt Hurkert
Ro Lev
Kred Mocker
Paliticians
Madison Street
Murent Mork
Natural Business Center
Beat Mercantile District
Thortow
Arnel Kyanik
Jobie Horth
Morris 1B
Lande
Wil, Wethe
Oltu I. Laven
Macely Battagna
Tole 4Stomerinn
Than
Harlen Atte Savings Bank
Wale Brom
Voreat Park
Ganfochinery
W. OC. Buchhots
Gittelgan
Vale & Co
Penles Hardwire Co
A. ‘Shoondel & Kon
Brad J. Burttart
Forest Park
Fhevian
Charles M. Jerger
Joan Ktojr
Meck Tivon
Rudolf Turkart
Leo Knack
D. A. Wolk
Raw
DE Jiadt
C O
Forest Lunch
Valito Brow
A. A. Woblen
Dew
Mintead
Berliner Buys Land Near Benton Arkansas
Local businessman Kurt Berliner returned from a trip to Heston Arkansas and purchased 20 acres near Congo from Lena McNeill and Norton Wheeler. He plans to plant eighty acres with nut trees, possibly pecans, as he contemplates new investment in Ealing county. Forest Park Associated Charities thank donors William Meyers William Malcolm and Mrs Miller for clothing bundles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kurt Berliner
Hom
Heston
Ark
Benton
Forest Park
Thie Gueat
Lila Felund
M. Krieg
Baum
Congo
Leriiner
Ealing County
Lena McNeill
Norton Wheeler Alave Co
Berliner
Card and Bunco Party at Nebskah Lodge No 425
Avz Laat Nebskah Lodge 425 will hold a card and bunco party at their hall 1118 Take Street on Friday evening February 10 at 6 00 PM.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Avz Laat
Also Mentioned on This Page
Madison Street Boosters Club
American Legion Auxiliary
Simapathy Tenterot
Father Nabhols
Oak Park
B. TH. Blatter
Vdn
Wt. Blader
Jack Jones
Maymé, Ealward
Leroy. Meachter
Clara Goetz
Pearman
BA. N. A
Pearl Pearman
G. Bruna
Rarshal
Ellen Bearwell
Pearl Goode
Anna ‘Batzel
Helen Footke
BUNCO
ST. Peter's
Ladien' Ald Society of &T. Peters
Banco
Mra. Oblmap
Fis i
Moose
Bennes
Win
Schrankle
Lathrop Avenue
Fred Ewing
Bilgin
Harriet Hosler
Thowns Avenue
Civ
Iutcheon
W. G. Meard
Wit
Vox Street
William Tobert
Oscar I'Ritz
Ladies' Aid of
Madison
Walter Thode
Ié Son
Evanston
Monroesirest
Vari Lockard
Jacksonville
Fla
Charles Lockard
Desplaines Avenue
Indiana
MAS Chas. Meske
Patronizs Review Advertivers
Braga-Johnson
Alice Johnson
Fourth Avenue
Magwood
Marritt Braga
Deasplainen Avenue
Werd United
Marrige
Maywood Presbyterian Church
Mrs. T. Johnson
Dorothy
Reva
Viola
Biro
Sundkotil Onl Wood
Vernon and Dale
Mission
Mardalla
Pid
Buren
Hart
Grice
Moliwood
Misa Jane Stevenson
Bergstrom
Mia
George Mraga
George
Leona
Forest Park Review Bays
M. Battaglia
Arkansas
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