Medals for World War II Vets Announced for June 1
Sergeant Corrigan at the Oak Park recruiting station announced medals for Army and Air Force veterans of World War II theater ribbons. Eligible living veterans or next of kin may apply with discharge papers or service statements. Dead personnel next of kin may apply via the Demobilized Records Branch in St. Louis. Bronze and silver Campaign Stars and the Bronze Arrowhead Insignia will also be distributed.
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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 clarifies Eagles picnic kitchen chairperson
A correction notes that Mrs Moorehouse was not committee chairwoman for the Eagles picnic kitchen. Ann Latzel served as the committee chair. Mrs Moorehouse did serve on the committee.
Friendly Service Keeps Forest Park Shop Ping Pleasant
Friendly service at a Forest Park shop drew praise from customers, highlighting attentive staff and quick assistance that make shopping a smooth and enjoyable experience in the local merchant scene.
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Forest Park
Safe Fourth of July Traffic Plan Warned by Forest Park Chief
Forest Park Police Chief Karl Hartnoclk announced an intensive Fourth of July traffic safety program. He cautioned that the long weekend and holiday mood raise hazard as new cars hit roads and many motorists travel. The aim is to prevent deaths and protect property during Independence Day celebrations.
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Karl F. Hartnoclk
Forest Park
Naonal Safety Council
Harineck
Marbeck
Student Completes College Work At Minnis Galesburg Division
James J. Skarda of 939 Hannah completes college work at the University of Minnis Galesburg division. More than 200 men and women have finished their college work and are eligible to transfer to the University or other colleges for advanced instruction. The undergraduate division offers fresh man 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
Want Ads Suggest Buys For Home Shoppers
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No Fireworks Officials Warn of Prosecution
Chief Johnson warned Friday that selling firecrackers is illegal and violators face fines or up to 90 days in jail. Sparklers and small items remain legal, but large fireworks are banned and sheriff’s lieutenants will enforce the order.
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CNS
Naty
Albert
Johnson
Will
Outlawed Firecrackers Return With Supervised Use
The text notes firecrackers may be allowed under careful supervision by competent persons, and mentions the peak season approaching about a week before the Fourth of July. It also states the Naval Reserve Officer's Training Corps has 52 units in colleges nationwide.
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Naval Reserve Officer's Training Corps
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Centrella Pure Food
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