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Newspaper
Forest Park Review
Location
Forest Park, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1918
Page
2
Garfield school students persevere to replace a worn piano with help from Leo Knack who offered a $100 instrument. Pupils pledged to contribute toward the purchase as the school embraces a new piano, aiding the music program and boosting the Gloo Club and orchestra.
An old article fragment recalls a New Year s party at a Beloit Street residence. An inquisitive reporter questions a family member about guests and actions. The family says there were about sixteen present, appearances inflated by the windup, and that resolutions were saved for the next day.
Neighbors gathered at Mr. and Mrs. A. Kistenbroker’s home at 7717 Adatis Street to welcome the New Year. Friends sang and danced as musicians from Chicago provided music. hot dogs, cake, coffee and punch were served, and the party ended at five in the morning with well wishes for the new year.
The South Side Progressive Club held its regular meeting at Vogel's Hall on Wednesday evening. Discussion focused on a donor Zonerate matter with plans for a Dex meeting on Saturday 16. Officers for the year were reelected: BH. H. Harland as president, Henry Ball as vice president, and other posts filled.
A poetic verse by E. A. Guest praises a man whose hard work and skill are finally recognized. It notes the dreary days passed, rising success, and the knockers who once doubted now offer congratulations as his real work gains notice.
The 433d Field Artillery Battery F at Camp Grant IL thanks Ralph Herman for a keg of walls. The letter notes town spirit and support for the boys as they prepare to fight, wishing season’s greetings and expressing appreciation for the kindness shown. It emphasizes comfort and morale for the troops and is signed by Win C FlosWelbach and A E Stroscheld.
The Proviso Lodge No 245 hosted a Christmas party on December 28 drawing about 400 attendees from Moosa members and families. Children performed piano and violin pieces while Santa Claus distributed gifts, candy, and games.
Forest Park readers await the Art Institute of Chicago annual exhibition opening January 8 with juried works from artists nationwide. The new annex on the second floor will host the show as printings are moved to accommodate the display. Noted artists and works expected to attract strong interest following a recent lecture by Mrs. Sherwood for the Neighborhood Club.
Thanksgiving Circle of the King's Daughters will meet at the home of Mrs. George Olsen 549 Circle Avenue on Tuesday January 8 1918. The devotional topic Great Joy will be taken by Mrs. Shirley and Mrs. Singtrled. The meeting will begin at 9 o'clock sharp. Visitors are always welcome.
The Legal Advisory Board members analyzing drafted men in urban siting of their questionnaires are kept busy at the Forest Park Review Office headquarters. All those requiring assistance are urged to appear before the deadline expires, as cases will be adjudicated at the end of the period.
A New Year slumber party hosted by Mr and Mrs Stokes on South Elign avenue featured Christinan color decor and a covered boat display as candles lighted the table. Mrs Ferguson served a bountiful supper with a Happy New Year greeting. Guests were Forest Park residents who wished the hosts well.
Local Happenings lists residents and visitors over the holiday in Forest Park and nearby areas. Entries mention Mr and Mrs Willem Dorasy hosting at 214 Circle a Weave, travel of Camp Grant soldiers, and family gatherings at Adams Street and Elgin Avenue. Details include names, places in Wisconsin and Minnesota, hospital updates, and a New Year return.
A fragmentary note from Camp Logan Houston Texas describes Christmas and New Year visits involving Mr Buitle and Lawton Oklahoma. The report compares Christmas down south to Fourth of July celebrations up north with mid summer weather and holiday parcels from Forest Park. Wireworks dominate the day’s program in a patriotic, if uneven, observance.
The Yama Girls hosted Mrs Elon Chalifoux at 216 Mygin Ave for a Thursday afternoon event. Cards featured Mr Thonpoon leading, Mrs Seexers second, and Mrs McEvoy receiving consolation. They donated four baskets for Christmas to two Forest Park families. A theatre party is planned at the Garrick? the following week with the Punching How show.
A Thursday fire at Forest Park Garage on Deaphimnes avenue north of Muillsen Street damaged the vulcanizing shop, roof, and adjoining stock room with nearly $2600 worth of rubber goods, wax, and parts. Office fixtures also suffered water damage but quick fire department response limited total destruction. a central fire door helped prevent further damage.
The city introduced one man snow plows purchased earlier by the committee. They arrived after a delay and were tested on New Year's night. Operators reported highly satisfactory performance, marking an effective start.
The village council met on Wednesday evening January 2 1918 with Mayor Kayl presiding and all commissioners present. Minutes from December 18 and December 26 were debated with votes recorded and motions to approve or amend. disputes over record inclusions and motions left out by the clerk were discussed, revealing tensions among commissioners and questions about who instructed the clerk to remove portions of the proceedings.
Following a letter from Comaitanioner J C Rieck, Forest Park Patriotte Farewell committee notes Soldiers and officers aiding in a patrol that nabbed a prowler on Madison Street near Pardi Sat Avenue. Herman Hansen, praised for quick action, chased the suspect after a brief pursuit, aided by Officer Augustua Behulg.
The monthly Parone Teamier association meeting is set for Monday evening at the Municipal building. Max Loeb, ex-Chicago School Board member, and an enthusiastic walker will lead the program. The event aims to support the Lady white Apher and encourage the PTA’s ongoing work. The Glee Club will perform The Water Lily. Date remembered: Monday January 7.
Fragmentary Home Guard song lyrics mixed with council minutes describe morale and orders. The text notes a public reading of a motion, a second not made, and a mayoral withdrawal. Financial items include a four dollar tax or fee adjustment and one thousand dollars interest on water/building bonds due January. A dinner and police and fire attendance for a Joliet, Illinois event are referenced.
The Justamere Club held a festive gathering on Wednesday December 27 at Mr Line’s home in Wake County. Members enjoyed a Happy Christmas program, a banco game, prizes, and a Seattle cat per tradition while praising longtime member Miss Me Hew Hawaiian for memory and hospitality.
Fragmented OCR text describes knitting bees seen as popular social events with women active in community efforts. Mentions groups and figures, but content is incomplete and unclear.
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