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Newspaper
Labor World
Location
Alton, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1946
Page
4
The report notes few recent tests on women and psychology show cooler tendencies. It contends that returns remain forthcoming, with emphasis on left-hand turn dynamics and unclear implications for broader conclusions.
Alton High and Marquette games draw teens to downtown Blocks where Ann Nevins, wife of Don Nevins, dispenses ice cream with a saucy gaze. The scene captures local youth’s attention as she serves treats in a vivid, gossiping tone.
A stream of fragmentary vignettes describes Harold Eyster noted for perfect pitch in a pane note test at La Salle, Mary Noonan at Western Cartridge dating in a Pioneer Room booth, and several residents including Mrs Head Tommy Mead and Lottie Shell in Alton. Tales speak of theatre and tavern crowds, Marietta Wilhelm’s rifle hobby, Lucile Waller’s portrait work, and Jim McGlaughlin’s ballroom visit as traffic snarls mount on Third Street with a railroad crew tearing up racks on Plaza Street and a long line of horn blasts.
The White Swan along highway No 66, one mile south of Mitchell, operated by Gene Geppert, attracts top county dancers and offers savory dinners such as chicken, steak, or frogs legs. Colorful floor shows fill Friday to Sunday nights, with dancing every night except Monday, and groups can call Tri-City 2355 to arrange details.
In observance of Free Prevention Week the children of Wood River Schools are invited to a 5 30 pm costume parade. The Wood River Theater opens its doors tomorrow with a movie for safety awareness and Fire Chief Kirby with assistants will hand out pencils bearing the fire department telephone number.
Delegates to the I.H.C.B. and G.L.U. convention elected Theo Nischwitz as Sixth Vice President amid a strong ovation. Joseph V. Moreschi won the presidency with 449 votes to Fred Dusing’s 28, while officers including Moreschi and other state delegates from Illinois and nearby areas were listed. A special train carried attendees from multiple counties. 1038 delegates represented 865 local unions with two women delegates honored with wrist watches.
A fragmentary wartime column condemns profiteering in war supplies. It criticizes officials and contractors for siphoning American blood and money through special batteries and contracts, and denounces corruption linked to the Meade committee and figures like Andrew H. May. The author warns that truth may emerge years later and labels several politicians as treacherous.
Alton-based Barrett’s store earns praise as one of the nation’s finest modern shops in atmosphere and taste. Architecturally bold, the building required 16000 union hours with local crafts, featuring a circular stairway and dressing rooms for men. The interior emphasizes simple lines, natural northern light, and Prime Menswear from Fashion Park, with veteran staff and a focus on top-quality attire.
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