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Newspaper
Forest Park Review
Location
Forest Park, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1922
Page
12
Local legion members discuss a June 2 diamond ring auction and a June 4 Fourth of July celebration. Comrade Buettner leads ticket drawing and program setups, with Walter Neubiner arranging evening meetings to finalize arrangements. The piece recalls wartime service, losses, and memorial plans for the community.
A crude cinema page lists varied attractions at Ascher's Forest Park including "Fascifiation" a drama about a girl, plus silent era favorites like "Haw ow tbray" and "The Miracle Man" with Thomas Meighan and Chaney. Several updated newsreels and comedies run through Monday to Sunday, with special shows for adults and children and souvenir spoons promoted.
Reverend Saunders of the Camden Methodist church was elected secretary-treasurer of the Camden Widtead Institutes Association. Attending were Nicholson, Chicago. McConnel, Philadelphia. Stunt, Omaha. The gathering began the week with a note of progress and plans for the conference.
Mrs Tune Bretreth received a surprise stork shower last week as thirty friends gathered in Forest Park to celebrate with yellow and white decor. Guests included Mrs Garl Stover and her infant daughter visiting from Alphambra Paul, and Mrs Searles Krueger at 527. plans hinted at a future event and a playful note on advertising.
The Public Service company warns against installing radio aerials on poles and over electric lines to prevent hazards. Forester guidance covers tree trimming limits. Howard Kiddie advocates tree care, while a new eight mile Bridle Path opens in Colom Dux park with rides welcomed by local horsemen.
A patriotic service and benefit sale will be held to aid a patient in need. The event will take place at the Foreat Sark theater and at the home of Margaret Elie, with calls to Fanny Soune for details. Proceeds support hospital and general aid services for those in need.
A birthday surprise party was held Friday evening for Mrs. Guth at Bleneke Avenue. Guests included Ida Reag and others who enjoyed games and gifts, with well wishes for a happy year ahead. Children’s Day program planned at the Community Methodist Church Sunday at 10:45 with routes and leadership by Mrs. Wellanan, featuring a young choir and parent attendance. Texans visit the Collar Home Jim Gollas of Towple Texas and family arrived last Friday and tour Temple area, staying at Colton 11 Pandop. community notes mention Temple’s booming freight business and river traffic.
The event lists the adult meal price of 1.00 and invites attendees to hear speaker Edson Fareie. We Swendon will introduce the program and a notable guest lecturer is mentioned. Reservations must be made by Monday, with details to contact Cull W, UL une.
Reported that Miss Menke, 18, suffered injuries in a railway accident two weeks ago. She remains confined at St Anthony Hospital, with back and leg injuries described as serious but not life threatening.
Regital at Auditorium and Eline Ovenna, city‑center musicians, present an advanced student recital at the Metropolis Conservatory. The event, held in the auditorium recital hall near Wabarty Avenue and Chogreas Street, invites Forest Park residents to attend. Charter Schuster of Hot Hetait Avenue will be back this morning from a two week business trip through the eastern states, employed by Marshal-Bield & Co.
Classifieds advertise multiple properties in Forest Park and surrounding areas. Listings detail two story houses on Elgin Avenue and 30 Madsien Street, price points from 2,100 to 31,000, down payments and terms, garages, porches, and new roofs, plus acreages and bungalow options with modern amenities.
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