Editorials The endless season in Illinois politics
The piece argues campaigns start earlier each cycle as Democrats and Republicans announce runs for governor attorney general and other offices. It cites Dawn Clark Netsch Roland Burris Jeffery Ladd James Ryan Maria Pappas and Robert Herbolsheimer. It links fund-raising costs and an early primary in March to an endless political season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dawn Clark Netsch
Roland Burris
Metro
Jeffrey Ladd
DuPage County
James Ryan
Illinois
Cook County
Maria Pappas
Robert Herbolsheimer
U.S
George Sangmeister
D-Mokena
Sangmeister
Women Gather To Raise Funds For Women’s Causes
South Suburban women at Women Together luncheon raised over 25000 dollars for women and their children relief and education scholarships. More than 600 attendees paid 19.93 each with Abby Foundation members contributing as much as 100 annually. The event champions women’s voting rights and funding for programs, urging broader impact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Star Publications
Loleta Didrickson
Illinois
Abby Foundation
Holiday Inn
Chicago
South Harvey
Dog Days Weather Turns Hot and Political
The piece notes August heat despite typical Dog Days, mentions White Sox in first, Congress and state Legislature in recess, and President Clinton away. It urges patience for cooler weather and hints at campaigns and football season ahead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
White Sox
Congress
Clinton
Martha’s Vineyard
Washington
Matilda
Bears
Community Voices Support Deliberation On District 227 Decision
Letter writer commends Rich High District 227 board for careful deliberation amid pressure for a hasty choice. He notes potential deficits, considers a future referendum, and condemns racial stigma linked to Rich Central. The piece lauds Elaine Egdorf and Dorband-Howe house restoration, Centennial events, and local volunteers shaping Homewood’s 100th birthday celebration.
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Rich High
Board of Education
Bill Larke
East
Bill Hartt
South
Illinois
Rich Central
David Blood
Laura Pleasants
National Education Association
Critique of Centennial Letter Sparks Historian Controversy
A July 29 letter from Chris Vassell of Homewood to the editor thanks Elaine Egdorf, president of the Homewood Historical Society, for her work on the Homewood Centennial and then turns to a harsh remark about the burning of an old farmhouse at Ridge Road and Gladville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chris Vassell
Homewood
Elaine Egdorf
The
Homewood Historical Society
Ridge Road
Gladville
Tennisfest celebration enlists major sponsors and events
The 10 day summer Tennisfest ran July 9 to July 18 with co sponsors Homewood Flossmoor Park District and Star Publications. It featured a tennis tournament with 754 entries plus 20 wheelchair divisions, Special Olympics, free clinics, a Billie Jean King exhibition, Peter Burwash clinic, demos by Wilson Eagle, raffles and closing ceremonies drawing over 2400 participants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Homewood-Flossmoor Park
Star Publications
K-Swiss
Wilson Sporting Goods
Prince Manufacturing
United States Tennis Association
Surma’s Restaurant
John Benedetto
DDS
Billie Jean King
Peter Burwash
Wilson
Eagle
Tragic Douglas murder sparking years of fear and guilt
A reader recalls the Douglas murder, ex police officer Wolf’s guilt and a life threatening letter to Clark Oil. The writer details threats to Mr Clark, petition campaigns for bullet-proof stations, and Clark Oil’s slow response culminating in 60 years after Douglas in 26th and Chicago Road getting bullet-proofed. Son left job after two weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carmen Creco
Brian) Douglas
Richard) Wolf
Chicago Heights
Clark Oil Co
Clark
Glenwood Station
Columbia (College
Douglas
Carmen
Chicago Road Station
Glenwood
Polish Community Fair Thanks Crestwood Leaders
The Polish-American Community Fair thanks Crestwood Mayor Chester Stranczek and Diane for hosting the 16th Mid-Summer Fling at Caesar's Park and Fairgrounds July 23 to 25. Appreciation goes to Crestwood Village Administrator Frank Gassmere and to Crestwood Fire and Police Departments ESDA Cadets for grounds patrols and assistance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crestwood
Chester Stranczek
Diane
Caesar’s Park and Fairgrounds
Frank Gassmere
ESDA
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Joanne M. Zerket
Carol Moseley- Braun
Hades
Saye
Mike Thompong Morse
Dorband-Howe House
Chris
Elaine
Corband-Howe
Tom Sweeney
Greg Weiss
Gottschalk
Riegel
Martin
Tennisfest
Sylvia Gothard
Nancy Watland
Nancy Hoekstra
Barb Jarosky
Jim Reed
Marcia Carr
Mary Jane Canalia
Max Eysenbach
Kay Golden
Diane Mettler
Tom Schell
Jackie Ahrendt
Donna Pravdic
Marge Quitter
Rick Zarlengo
Laury Hamburg
Jodi Scariano
Marilyn Johnson
Lois Birer
Carolyn Sacks
Shirley Krugman
Eee
H F Racquet and Fitness
Linda G
Hamburg Park District
John Parzygnot
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