Park project work halted. funds to resume soon
The Forest Park Park District reports WPA funded park construction has paused due to federal fund exhaustion. Delays from wage-rate differences material costs and supplier delays hinder completion. a supplementary appropriation is being reviewed with an expected decision within thirty days. If approved, work will restart and bathing facilities should be ready next summer.
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Park Board
Works Progress Administration
Jow
Park Distret
Forest Park
EH. Thormahten
One Cent Sale at Black's Store This Week-End
Black's famous Rexall Pexall Store at Madison and Circle promotes an elaborate One Cent Sale. The event draws crowds from near and far for high quality merchandise advertised nationally. The sale offers brand new items and a chance to stock up on winter drug needs.
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Black
Madison and
Circle
United States
Rexall
Proviso
Skootmobile Giveaway at Lil Theater on October 23
The Lil theater plans a Skootmobile giveaway on Saturday October 23. Patrons can learn how to win by consulting a focal merchant or calling the theater at Forest 84 for full details.
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Lil
Lil Theater
Forest
Navy Day Proclaimed by Forest Park Mayor in 1937
Mayor Chas. R. Hussey designates Wednesday October 27 1937 as Navy Day to honor the U S Navy and Merchant Marine. Citizens urged to display National Colors and hold exercises to commemorate past and present naval services.
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Theodore Roosevelt
Continental Congress
United States
J. Chas. R. Hussey
Forest Park
Ilinois
Ballot Recount in School Election Pending Judge’s Ruling
A recount of ballots in a school board race between Leake L Hurwitz and Ed Lane is under review by the county judge. Hurwitz led by 25 votes in the tally, Lane petitions argue some rejected ballots were valid, and the judge’s final ruling will determine final results after mail-in totals.
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Jowers Office
Leake L. Hurwitz
Ed Lane
Hurwitz
Lane
Asults
Mgr. Hmurwits
Rohrs Gift Anniversary Sale Offers Free Purchase Draw
Rohrs Radio celebrates its anniversary with a Gift Sale offering bargains and a chance to win one's purchase. Shoppers receive a ticket per dollar of major purchases plus free gifts, with a drawing for a free buy, cash refunds for cash purchases, and extra incentives like flowers for visitors.
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Rohrs Radio
Public Schools to Offer Free Band Instruction
Facest Park Public school system plans free band lessons for students. Children supply their chosen instrument. instruction occurs Mondays and Fridays. Samuel A. Mages, a Northwestern graduate, will teach, bringing extensive experience from Belkwood Wilmette Maywood and Proviso Township schools and several Chicago ensembles.
Traffic fatalities rise across United States in August
August traffic deaths totaled 3850 a three cent rise from 1936. Eight month toll tops 24000 with an 11 percent increase while travel climbs 11 percent. The Drive Carefully Walk Safely campaign notes the toll per fatality and urges safety.
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United States
Mammoth Parade Wednesday Opens Big Fall Festival
Forest Parks second annual Fall Festival opens Wednesday evening with a parade to be the longest in its history. Merchants, manufacturers, and organizations join parade committee members to showcase numerous decorated vehicles bands and foot units. Souvenir night Thursday features store gifts and street entertainment with carnival Friday and costumes prizes planned.
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Forest Park
Visi, Forest
Park Chamber of Commerce
Lloyd Lehman
Sara Peyton
Arthur Schuler
Desplaines Avenue
Madison Street
Madison Stre
Harlem Avenue
Henny C. Rieck
Hinenminsther
Hussey
Trneat Reich
Lmery Parichy
Albert Jtall
Thomas Mack
Gottlieb Schwab
Otto Loven
Dave Rosewall
Charley Hutter
Streep
Edward Lane
Ed Sterr
George Platt
Jen Berliner
Albreed Rullis
Alton Sddy
Shuward East
John Catsis
H. J. Friedman
Erwin Thoender
Eugene Paaslee
Ian Slotky
Max Gould
C Kingstrand
Village Council Supports Oak Park Stand On Streetcar Issue
Oak Park and Forest Park officials pledge cooperation after a dispute over streetcar removal. Commissioners stress mutual respect and urge a clarifying letter to reassure residents that Forest Park shares Oak Park’s stance. Navy Day proclamation noted in brief session.
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Forest Park Village
Merchants Div
Quey Fred Swett
Chicago Tribune
August Calcagan
Merchants Division
Oak Park
Street ‘Car Company
Forest Park
Bextra
HI. l
Hussey
Hansey
Conneil
Thompson
Tribune
Koerher
Harold Hosler
Officials Attend Street Opening in Forest Park
A galaxy of state, county and local officials attended the paving of two new streets in Forest Park on Friday night. The North Side Boosters organized a brief program with speeches by dignitaries and music by Stein's orchestra. Thousands of Forest Park residents joined the dedication.
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Forest Park
North Side
Stein
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Meth and
Clarensa Ares OL
Forest Park Aerie
Order of Eagles
Elmer Gohr
Royal Vagabonds
Chas
Ballote
Judge Will Rule
Rohrs
Safety and Trafic Control Commission
Village of Forest Park
Mammoth Parade
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