Injunction Over Garage By School Sparks Protest
A court granted a temporary injunction against a garage project near a church and school on Harlem Avenue. The village board moved to bar the garage, citing safety and ordinances, while investigations and council debates aimed to halt excavation and enforce building controls. Local officials argued for cooperation with the school board and legal action to enforce restrictions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forest Purl
Wilnya
Ua Quention
Uy Oreat
Supreme Court
Harlem Avenue
L. J. Smith
Michaisly
Much Rain but Little Damage by Big Storm
Severe storm drenched the village causing widespread flooding especially in the southern area where basements filled and sewers overflowed. Roads iced up and traffic stalled for hours with vehicles stranded, while some stores reported water damage and residents crawled home through rising water. Authorities noted brief breaks in rain before a cool pause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forest Park
Vilage
Marengo
Hue
Cuerdesus
Phos
Walt Watt
Uhey
Leagauvelt
Grant Highway
Jackson Boulevard Patched in Oak Park
Oak Park repairs complete on Jackson Boulevard at the village line with a rough patchwork cleaned up in preparation for reopening by Saturday. Workers filled deep holes that created unsafe driving conditions along the road edge near the riverfront area. Washington Boulevard pavement was also patched on the village side to address prior damage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jackson
Oak Park
Jackson Boulevard
Washington Boulevard
Road deterioration and flooding after heavy rain in Maywood area
Weather and street issues reported along Roosevelt Road from Maywood to Desplaines Avenue. Deterioration and blocked paths near Keeani Street and Madivon Nbreck areas, with manholes exposed on the river’s left bank. Heavy rains caused seepage and potential danger with uncertain drainage repayment, residents noting limited visibility and ongoing concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roonevelt
Wirtago
Maywood
Twat Keeani
Madivon Nbreck
Lee
Forest Social in Evening of Entertainment
The Forest Social committee oversaw an evening of entertainment with Frank Soubrida and Commissioner Michalsky discussing garage placement near Betsy Road School and the need for permits. The event raised community discussion on safety, funded a Fourth of July celebration, and featured performances by Miss Alicea McAuley and others, including dances and musical acts amid club finances and obligations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moreat
Khiy
J. McAuley
Rls Frvat
Eeriain Mbler
Kaving Ite Kuplort
Betsy Roa
J. Brolth
Frank Soubrida
Michalsky
Mr. Himith
Relxane
Elf
Dis
Oo Hong
Alicea McAuley
Uitteghdmerrs
Prances Kravalik
Lorerlang Bearyace
Christine Elitehcauk
Shirley Berliner
Gultie
Farmer
Wlvid-Stevenson
Wione Wind
Othyrs
Elgurd
Raditz Barber Shop Sold to Brother Milton 2
Milton, who claims ownership of Raditz Barbershop, announces sale to his brother Arvin of tenancy in Chicago. The deal, months after engagement, moves the barber business to a new location yet undecided. Kay Annaan will manage the beauty branch remaining with the shop during transition. The Dirbershop housed three chairs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milton
Kate Hag
Kooreyell
bin Brother
Arvin FE Radite
Tenia
Read
Eustady
Bat
Mark
Devin
Taut Tey
Chicago
Kay Annaan
Dushiness
Cha Dirbershop
Syndicate Finds Oil On Alabama Land Purchase
A syndicate of eleven friends recently bought a tract of land in Alabama, about 14 000 acres, for around 8 dollars an acre. They report the purchase cost exceeding 100 000 dollars and believe oil deposits lie beneath, with oil companies eager to exploit the tract.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Blranti
Mohan
St. Shaela
Wayndlite
Ls A
Alabama
Fortune
Prizes for Essays on Flag Day Winners Named
The Oak Park district held a Flag Day essay contest on June 14. Prizes were awarded to students from Forest Park and Grant schools, with Curlie Warren winning first prize for a drawing and Dorothy Walters reading an essay due to a scheduling conflict.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Garfield
Jha Eehouls
Emmage
Schooel Dent
He Dent Enmyy
Cuie Kark
Curlie Warren
Rat Prine
Dorethy Daeknaw
Carotthe Muettnee
Gunilia Warren
Michigan
Dorothy Walters
Robert Cantwell
Dorothy Apatia
Uren
Iinda
Witky
Howeave
Judg Wald-Stuvensen School
Alice Shaw
Josephine Badger
Elizabeth Hatner
Marth Worst
Anna Nicosin
Garfeld School
Luretty
Kock
Betty Lynch
Boge
Here residents prepare for Eucharistic Congress amid ticket sales
The Eucharistic Congress draws many from here with up to 6 000 tickets allocated to bureaus and parishes. Transportation plans aim to distribute crowds efficiently using trains from Wilcons and Kvaplaines avenues while road routes direct motorists along West side boulevards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uchela
Warcat Park
Mondelein
Parla Organizationa
Thu Ety
Denplines
Kvaplaines Avenue
Thy Moo
Madigan Atrest
Lemplaines Avenue
Kate
Chief of Police at Executive Committee Meeting
A garbled report covers a law enforcement body at Kapkaker where the police union discussed leadership and strategy. The minutes mention upcoming plans and internal debates on policy, with references to contacts and appointments discussed at the gathering last week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred W. Lachy
Wxeniy Verne
Kapkaker
Che Ureinen
Elevated West From Marengo Rail Plan Rumors
Persistent talk ties an Oak Park prospect to a West Marengo elevated line extending toward Maywood and Kimbolrat. Rumors center on terminal yards, permits, and potential connections to Lathrop, Thatcher, and the North Western route, with real estate interest north of tracks and near Woon Park.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minong & Wanther
Oak Park
Marengo Avenue
Maywood
Lathrop
Puck
Thatcher
Neucturcte
Kimbolrat
Phyne
Hoe
Avetue
Madison
Ehevete
Tnis
Bertult
Itver Porvat
Woon Park
Elevato Railwey Company
Lata
Let There Be Light in the Newspaper World
An article from The Light discusses confidence as the engine of commerce and the role of the newspaper press in delivering trustworthy advertising and news. It argues readers rely on publishers and advertisers to provide clear value, and that the press offers a fair, transparent marketplace for goods and information.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iti
Fey
Newspa
Bnite
THE
Soft Drink Permits Approved by Village Council
The village council approved 26 soft drink permits on Monday night, with two additional applicants. Health Officer Cureton reported all applicants examined were sanitary and compliant. Annual licensing revenues total 19,260 if all take licenses. some delays noted. The council also heard a garage-front request from the school board and reappointed Ida Lungiras to the library board as discussions shifted to Fourth of July plans.
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Iiage Council
Neemen
An Ny
Cureton
Not Young
Koul
Nimaele
Factory Inspector Checks Forest Park For Labor Law Slips
State factory inspector James J Purcell surveyed Forest Park during a general inspection focusing on child labor and women workers hours. He noted few complaints and found conditions at the park buildings improved since prior visits, with records reviewed and corrections made where needed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forest Park
James J Purcell Wan
Lorent Park
Stat F
Department of Labor
Ua Wort Trun Borest Parke Usd Thane
Wurcell
Alate
Worea Park
Faeclariva
Johnny Jones Show a Play in Hard Luck Because of Weather
The Johnny Jones play faced weather delays. Show portions remained on Wednesday night with many performances canceled or cut short. The Marengo Weems venue on the Northwestern reported mud on the lot with flooded ditches and waterlogged conditions affecting setup.
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Johnny Jones
Dial
Opel
Marengo Weems
Price Finding College Draws Visitors to Forest Park
Four greyhound buses carried visitors to Forest Park Saturday for a tour of the Price Finding College facilities. H F Newman guided the group through workrooms, offices, and classrooms. Delegates praised the site and President J Ralph Pickell for selecting the location.
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Greyhound
Viattorn
Forest Park
Ylait
College of Price Finding
H.F. Newman
Congress Hotel
United States
Canada
J. Ralph Pickell
Alfred J Mayer to Open Dental Office in Moret Mark
Alfred J Mayer, a Chicago dentistry graduate, plans a new practice location in Moret Mark after completing studies and a brief period in Mendota. He and Mrs. Peter Mayer are listed as the local family, with initial work to establish a dental office once zoning or site timing is finalized. No exact address or start date is given.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alfred J. Mayer
Chicago
Nowark
Ohort
Alfre Mayer
Bergan
Peter Mayer
Marengo
Stevenson
Fem
Mendota
Indian Kiwanis Spectacle Aims For July Lakefront Play
An Indian speaker addressed the Kiwanis on a July lakefront performance tied to the Moon convention. The event showcases religious and ceremonial dances by the performers, with about 600 attendees expected and a focus on Indigenous culture and tradition at Lake Superior.
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Sahing
Kiwane
India
Avitiemtent
Lake Bae Benor
Stey
Witlaa Hueh
Btitetien
Kiwants Club
Entagonas
Lake Superior
Kian
Stey Tiberi
Oud Eysdunn
Wivanis Club
Pumps Basement for Third Time
A chaotic scene in the neighborhood centers on a basement flooding incident described as the third pumping event. Residents recall a raft project built to escape rising water, with youths warned not to use the space for play as authorities note ongoing risk and a drowning incident involving a youth who was pulled out in time but injured morale.
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Ayer
Mumson
Hart
Apartment Building of Thirty Six Flats Planned
North side capitalists outline plans for a central Forest Park district six story apartment building. They hold several plots but focus on a single site and have reached preliminary purchase agreements though no funds have yet changed hands.
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Capitatiata
Forest Park
Big Day in History of Community
A community celebration plan features a full committee including Ernest Witt and others to organize a village event. The day aims for a public gathering with fireworks, music by a band, and a concert in the village grounds. Volunteers from local groups support arrangements and a fund is raised to sustain activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ernest Witt
Bate Ducal
Ierge
Berlrenatabh Dsoshe
Thandie
Soheander
Mion
MD Kadul
Inde
Kuit
Hooper
Paul Glenconin
Comitute
Brea
Harry Muataht
Paumovon
Oleee
Mirdivon
Mireet Houstere
Dexion
Kinwaie
Kiwanis Delegates Return Home Amid Turmoil
Reported as a contingent of delegates arriving back from Kiwanis events, the text is heavily garbled with fragmented phrases. Names and places are obscured, but hints suggest a meeting or gathering with unclear outcomes or next steps.
Delegates From Singing Societies Visit Peoria Songfeat
Delegates from multiple singing societies travel to Peoria for a regional gathering. The event marks a celebration of choral groups and features leaders including Albert overseeing the North American Sanger Band amid planning for a forthcoming meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peoria Songfeat
Abit
Nuri
Ie Pate Wathabyan
Poort Society
Marters Mueanerdur
Altaira
Boosters Plan Meeting Over Summer Change
Booster leaders discuss proposed schedule shift from Sunday and Wednesday to Monday Wednesday Friday. President Thoondel notes few oppose change after talks. a special meeting of the Roorters may be called soon as Secretary Noesenberg returns from Kiwaols delegates.
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Pacuday
Eewin ‘Thoondel
Mugs
Son Beret Hoosters
Thoondel
Wack
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Desplaines Ave
Raditz
Dr. Frankel
Amd
Lincoln Sehen
Oak Mark
de Meld
Forest Mark
Tanaiiin Warren
Wien
Amatiee Betors Congress
Amatiee Betors Congress. Whin Congrom
Owak
Puget
Talon
Wakte
Okla
Wills Lewis
England
Dally Mall
Yrien
Price Finding College
Hed I Mayesl
Pepeerty
Ieee
Cannes
Hegnonida
Kiwanis
Conrad Mavtudlaky
Maudey Crocette
Cat Kentinn
Boosters
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