09 Nov 1929
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Newspaper
Forest Park Review
Location
Forest Park, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1929
Page
1
Albert L. Hall quotes S Mayer proposing five dollars per car as a fair price while noting street funds and pirate-law costs. The study estimates annual revenue near one hundred million while discussing distribution to bar owners and state aid. The text reflects tax implications, local revenues, and projected impacts over several years.
A chaotic partisan contest ended with one faction sweeping results as incumbents aligned with Cermak and Deneen cemented power. The loss of a rival coalition exposed the strength of two organizations over one asApril primaries loom and party lines shape future judicial seats.
A new Civic Opera building opened Monday evening on Market Street, west of the Loop as the author notes the proximity to the historic stream. The piece praises the exterior grandeur, cites street name debates, and records approvals from Glenn Dillard Guan and Janes O'Donnell Bearete.
A reader praises Lloyd Lewis and Henry Justin Smith in Chicago the History of Its Reputation for its thorough portrait of Chicago’s rise. The book traces merchants mayors packers pacifists manufacturers and gangsters across the city’s early to modern development and is recommended for anyone with long ties to Chicago. Read it in the local library.
A chaotic account describes St Peters Evangelical Church on Adama Street and Trannaty Avenue hosting services for its thirtieth anniversary amid disorder. The report notes crowded interiors, chancel rituals, and community figures amid broader turmoil and unrest in the area.
The St Peter’s Lutheran Church in Forest Park held an anniversary and homecoming service with both German and English sermons. Thirty members were received, four absent, and many former residents attended. Notable participants included Dr Ehwerff Krause and Rev Merrell J Boulton.
Forest Park merchants plan a Harvest Sale from November 21 through Thanksgiving week. Fifty turkeys will be given away November 2 to loyal shoppers, with a Turkey drawing at 9 30 p m on Madison Street corner Mannaly Avenue. Coupons distribute widely. 20 000 twelve page circulars and street car ads announce the sale.
Rev A Wienatiggen former pastor now orphanage superintendent at Waverth Gis will preach the Sunday service marking the fortyth anniversary. Speakers include Rev G Albaenteay Rev A ndvohagen and Rev W Barglass with talks by Daniel trien and Michalsky. Wartburg League to conduct program. luncheon to follow. invites extended.
A board member reports Grant school opened for a Halloween party after eight o'clock in a basement room with a painted floor covered by heavy paper. The Garfield PTA notes rain and cold did not deter children in costumes, with hot dogs, prizes, and a $2.60 gold piece awarded to best costume winner Grace Gudén.
Henry District and Edward C Schnei derwendt present a ministry of music with Gladys Gillspie singing two solos and several numbers by the choir. Mr and Mrs C Mainurm perform the duet with portions of the numbers given.
Local charity drive to raise funds and rally volunteers set for next week across Forest Park. Officials including Community Chest supporters announce receipts and events aiming to cover gaps in emergency aid and welfare programs with detailed pledges and scheduled gatherings.
A clarified local notice states no Red Cross drive is planned in Forest Park this year. The drive confusion arose from a miswritten announcement claiming Mrs. Clara Husler led a drive. officials say Red Cross will partner with the Community Chest as last year, with buttons for Chest subscribers and funds to Speedway hospital.
The Herwyn chapter with seventy members joins Forest Park chapter of the Isaac Walton League forming a large local group in the Chicago area. A meeting is planned for next Tuesday evening November 2 at the Forest Park club house with speakers moving pictures and refreshments.
A large St John’s Lutheran Father-Sons Banquet hosted by the Ladies Aid featured about seventy five fathers and attendees from St Julia’s Lutheran. Speeches and presentations honored Mrs Bucher as guests enjoyed a dinner with multiple courses and decorations.
Dr Wedderspoon, noted lecturer and preacher, will deliver the eleven o clock service at Community Methodist Church, Thomas Avenue Mihm Street Ur Weddersputo, after a long career with various Methodist congregations. The visiting pastor plans his first North visit ahead of winter in Miami, Florida, inviting Forest Park residents to hear him.
Proviso Alumni prepare for a Homecoming on Saturday November at Oak Park campus. Alumni will occupy reserved Beavis stands to witness the event and later attend a dance with a soppy orchestra. Association officers include Maul Topel president Victoria Lax vice president Vivian Vergstran secretary and George Riendeau treasurer. A committee led by Russell Davis Lucille Kluessner and Bernice Bauch develops the program.
Sunday evening program set for November 10 with the local Legion Post in charge. Draw and Bugle Corp will attend and Dr. Seat, commanding officer of Edward Wings Jr Memorial Hospital at Speedway, will speak on government hospital experiences and plans.
Francis Dwyer aged 28 of 410 Ferdinand avenue won a $25,000 judgment against the Soo Line rail after a jury verdict in Judge George W. Bristow's court. He was struck by a train at an unguarded grade crossing on September 17, 1926, while driving a truck, leaving him paralyzed.
Kiwanians prepared a commemorative program honoring soldiers for Armistice Day at the regular meeting. The event featured readings, songs, and reflections on battlefield sacrifices, with attendees expressing gratitude and recalling veterans’ service.
A village of Forest Park Cook County proposes issuing bonds up to 25 million dollars to fund an incinerator plant and related appurtenances. The council adopted an ordinance authorizing the question to be voted November 23, seeking public approval for the financing and project details.
Field-Stevenson P T A held a district 19 meeting in May wood on October 5 with Mrs Olson reporting Round Table and Mrs Cook listening. Walter Hulinig urged unpersonal aims and publicity. Next meeting on Armistice Day November 15 features a prominent speaker and a Greclasp program invites others to attend.
John Kragalik a quit maker residing on Hetoit avenue was fatally injured Monday evening when struck by a car on Roosevelt Avenue. The vehicle, driven by a Mr Townley, remained on the scene. Kragalik died at hospital after being dragged into the street and hit from behind as bystanders assisted.
The American Legion will observe Armistice Day next Monday by decorating graves of fallen comrades. Committees include George Huellner Herman Schulz and W A Neubiser to lead ceremonies. Fifty plus graves across Concordia Waldheim Forest Home and more will receive poppy wreaths, with care teams listed by cemetery and names of volunteers for decoration duties.
A. Hickey of Chicago was taken to Oak Park hospital after a collision at Harlem avenue and Washington boulevard near midnight. He drove on Washington boulevard and hit a southbound car on Harlem avenue driven by Siemund Felts of Oak Park. Felts was taken to Forest Park police station, but the men later settled out of court with no arrests.
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