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Newspaper
Forest Park Review
Location
Forest Park, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1918
Page
3
The Borvent Park Forest Park council convened to hear officers reports, debate liquor and fireworks controls, revoke licenses for intoxicated sales, and discuss street issues. Actions included revoking a saloon license, tightening permit rules for fireworks, approving bonds, and scheduling hearings for violators.
Forest Park Public Library reports a busy year with new books for World War II era needs. Purchases included 180 volumes for Gump Fre Girly and Hoy Scouts, 11 Juvenile, 42 Noo, 26 Late Fiction, and many reference and dictionary acquisitions. The library hosted a three day Mood Conservation Exhibit in April, featuring food substitutes, patriotic talks, and displays on Liberty Loan Drives and war relief efforts, underscoring community involvement and educational outreach.
The Forest Park regular council meeting records minutes show approval of prior minutes, a proclamation for a Loyalty Day celebration honoring Independence Day, and calls for civic unity. A Good Government Club resolution urged citizens to unite for Independence Day events on July 4 and June 25 testing.
The Chicago Public Library receives donations and purchases items for Forest Park Public Library. New furnishings include shelving, a window soak, a desk, a magazine rack, and a globe. Various books were added including works by Longfellow and Teidplarian, with staff and committee members named.
Appreciation to the Forwat Mayor and Council for support of the Weary remand to the library and to friends who helped. The message expresses gratitude for the community’s backing and efforts in keeping library services available to residents.
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