Medals for World War II Vets to be Issued After June 1948
World War II veterans and next of kin may obtain American Asiatic Pacific and European African Middle Eastern Theater medals after June 1 1948. Corrigan of the Oak Park recruiting station announced medals issued for active personnel and deceased veterans with proper discharge papers or service statements. Applications by next of kin require specific relationship and living status. Additional awards include Campaign Stars Bronze Arrowhead Insignia for combat participation.
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Army
Air Force
F/Set
Richard W. Corrigan
U.S. Army
PySet. Corrigan
N. Marion Street
Oak Park
War Department
Adjutant General
St. Louis
Missouri
Corrigan
Correction on Eagles picnic kitchen committee chair
The last Review misstated the kitchen committee chair for the Eagles picnic. Mrs Moorehouse served on the committee, but Ann Latzel was the chair.
Friendly service makes shop ping pleasant in Forest Park
A Forest Park shop earns praise for friendly service and a smooth shopping experience, highlighting attentive staff, quick assistance, and a welcoming atmosphere that encourages customers to return.
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Forest Park
Plan Safe July 4th Weekend in Forest Park
Forest Park Police Chief Karl Hartnoclk announced a heavy Fourth of July traffic safety drive aimed at cutting deaths and property loss during the long holiday weekend. Officials cited rising national mileage and war-era driving rebound as factors, urging collective effort to keep the celebration joyful and safe.
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Karl F. Hartnoclk
Forest Park
Naonal Safety Council
Harineck
Marbeck
Completes College Work at Minnis Galesburg Division
James J. Skarda of 939 Hannah completes college work at the University of Minnis Galesburg division joining more than 200 graduates. Eligible to transfer to the University or other colleges for advanced instruction. The undergraduate division offers fresh and sophomore work in liberal arts, commerce, and engineering.
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Lesbury
James J. Skarda
Hannah
College of Liberal Arts
University of Minnis Galesburg
Galesburg
Liberal Arts
Commerce
Engineering
Wanted to Buy Ad Prompt in Local Classifieds
If the home you want to buy is not listed in these Want Ads today, try placing a wanted to buy ad of your own. Phone Forest 3415.
No Fireworks Edict Warns County Sellers
Police Chief Albert Johnson warned Friday that selling firecrackers will lead to prosecution under the law. Violators face fines up to 100 or 90 days in jail. Sparklers and small items remain legal, but large explosive fireworks are banned. displays with controlled shows may still occur.
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CNS
Naty
Albert
Johnson
Will
Firecracker season begins ahead of Independence Day
Legal debates aside, fireworks may continue under supervision by competent persons as the peak season approaches. Officials note the Naval Reserve Officer's Training Corps maintains 52 units in colleges nationwide, signaling broad expansion.
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Naval Reserve Officer's Training Corps
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Asiatic, Pacific
Tamerica
Mason Fort
Pat
Plan Safe
Faust and
Hoym
Centrella Pure Food
Madison
DesPlaines
Centrella Coffee
Nabisco
Schwinn - Ranger - Monark
Madison Street
Chamber OF Commerce
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