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Newspaper
Forest Park Review
Location
Forest Park, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1929
Page
2
A fragment reports trouble caused by friends linked to a fraternity on Wilt Side Leon Island. The text mentions rivals and damaged reputations amid campus dynamics and a minor incident, with unclear details and dates.
Dr George Craig Stewart Evanston pastor spoke on Live All Your Life at River Forest Sunday Evening Club on January 20. He contrasted life length with lasting impact, citing Jesus as ultimate example whose teachings endure beyond his 33 years. Anna Spooner entertained with violin solos, and Charles Gilkey of Chicago University chapel scheduled to speak next Sunday with Oriental Male quartet and George H Clark at the organ.
For eighteen years he served as pastor of Hyde Park Baptist Church and became a sought after lecturer. He gave Barrows lectures in India and Brown University awarded him an honorary degree alongside other prominent figures. Baltimore selected him among six clergymen for a sermon series in the city this year. He spoke in Chattanooga on promoting religious life for college students as one of three American educational authorities.
Two River Forest houses sold through Cusack Realty Agency. The 941 William Street Bay home sold to J. W. Sixons of Chicago for 45000. Sixons, president of West Madison Street Bank, will move to River Forest. Renee Sample of Kagoh purchased from Josey Laird the eight room 518 Ashland Avenue house next to the Woman's Club building and plans remodeling.
Seventy five members attended the River Forest Commercial Association annual dinner at Forest Park Masonic Temple on January 17. Officers were reinstalled led by President George Arthur Rossin. roles include Lotis J. Cross as vice president Hope McNevin treasurer A M Webster secretary, with Arthur Hatch Otto Ladhngen and George Carolan as directors. Officers urged cooperation and member support while plans were discussed for a year of projects including a backyard pool for children and potential park improvements with an estimated cost around 35000.
ACKHL receives a $5,000 donation from Mr and Mrs WH Lewis of Chicago in honor of Mrs Kien Teresidesis. A triduum of prayer and Dominican missions observances ran January 15 to 25. New officers for Rosary Society include Miss Eatelle Ruehte president and Miss Margaret Hyesing secretary treasurer. Dr Henry A Lappin lectured January 22 on Recent Irish Poetry. Athletic association reorganizing with season awards based on participation. basketball and class teams to elect captains.
Fire crews fought a blaze at Homer Buckley’s garage after Mrs Buckley drove into the structure causing a short circuit. The car and garage suffered damage though no injuries were reported. The incident occurred late yesterday at 815 Bonnie Street.
Tuesday rain and cold slowed traffic but River Forest Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star gathered at Mrs. W. C. Horligins home at 827 Keystone avenue. They planned stated meetings and year long entertainments for members, then joined River Forest Masonic Lodge escorts for hot refreshments by the fireplace.
Crowds packed Memorial hall as twenty seven Roosevelt school students graduated in a midsummer ceremony. Reverend River Forest offered invocation. Rev. Biller spoke on striving higher. Music, a chorus, and cheers followed as students, teachers, and families celebrated the class.
The mid year class of twenty eight at Roosevelt school was entertained by Miss Harrietadenach and Miss Mary Josephine terson at Miss Badenach's home, 555 Faulgewood Place, last Saturday evening with dancing and refreshments. On Wednesday afternoon the class attended a Merchant of Venice performance with George Arlissi in the title role. On Thursday after the gym class, the graduates held an initiation party in costume with refreshments.
Trinity High School Mothers Club holds its regular meeting in the school gymnasium on Tuesday afternoon at 2 o clock. The program features student performances in music and dramatic art, followed by refreshments. A board meeting precedes the regular gathering, and an intensive membership drive is planned with full consideration of suggested ideas.
The Bal Masque, first of the Oak Park River Forest Art League, drew a brilliant crowd at Nineteenth Century Women's Club in Oak Park. Georgi Leigh Caldwell and other social leaders showcased costumes with eye catching artistry while judges awarded prizes to Mrs. Palmer and Mrs. Manellis for standout outfits.
Mrs John M Meyer of Oak Park serves as president of the west side league within the Side Art League, Palette wot Chisel club, and Painters and Sculptors Society, coordinating regional art activities.
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