Memories Of Matteson District 162 School Recollection
In Matteson History Society meeting, veteran teacher Mario Scampini screens old home movies from the class of 1963 at Matte son School and six panelists share district memories from 1932. Randall Madderom recalls classmates and nicknames while Ruth Mastin honors Oscar Huth and the district’s growth.
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John F. Wasik
Mario Scampini
Matteson
Randall Madderom
Huth
Scampini
Lee Fieffer
Illinois Elementry
Richton Park
Park Forest
Olympia Fields
Clarence
Frenchy) Letourneau
Ruth Mastin
Oscar
Mr. Huth
NIPC rejects K B plan for Woodgate housing project
The Northeastern Illinois Planning Commission votes against Kaufman and Broad seeking federal housing insurance for two multifamily developments in Woodgate. Residents claim lower property values and school impact while flood plain concerns and land-size issues cited. Matteson plan commission notes plan rezoning attempts.
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Northeastern Illinois Planning Commission
Kaufman and
Broad
Federal Fair Housing Authority
Woodgate
Matteson Plan Commission
Plan Commission
NIPC
Rita Smith
Matteson Plans Ten Bus Shelters and McDonald Drive-Through
The Matteson plan commission approves ten RTA bus shelter locations across Central Colgate Allemong 211th Parkway Lincoln Mall Kostner Route 30 Market Square Main Street Cicero Creekside to boost ridership. Deputy Clerk Rita Smith notes the first eviction case tied to Ronald McDonald as the village weighs drive-through plans for a Route 30 McDonald’s and signage limits to curb unsightly displays.
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Matteson Plan Commission
Central Avenue
211Th Parkway
Lincoln Mall
Kostner Avenue
Route 30
Venture
Market Square Plaza
Main Street
Matteson
Cicero Avenue
216Th Street
Creekside
Rita Smith
Ronald McDonald
McDonald's
Plan Commission
Fate of 100 year trees on Matteson streets at stake
Illinois forester Elmer Werhane reports 176 trees along 216th and Main in Matteson face potential loss from a $1.5 million widening project. Excavations deeper than two feet threaten root systems. pruning may save some but not guaranteed. Public hearing planned after draft project review by state agencies.
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Matteson
Elmer Werhane
Illinois Department of Conservation
Werhane
Midwest Consulting Engineers
Des Plaines
Midwest
Verhane
Thomas Hietter
George Ware
Morton Arboretum
Lemont
Hietter
Federal Highway Administration
Illinois Department of Transportation
Money Is Biggest Issue On State County Scene
The November election centers on how public funds are spent and curbing government outsides in Illinois. Incumbent Republican governor James Thompson and Democrat Michael Bakalis dominate coverage as they spar over a Thompson backed advisory referendum and state spending limits. Other races include comptroller candidates Richard J. Troy and William Scott, and secretary of state contenders Alan Dixon and Sharon Sharp, with numerous Cook County board and countywide posts opening.
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Carol Roberts
Illinois
James Thompson
Michael Bakalis
Downers Grove
William Scott
Richard J. Troy
Metropolitan Sanitary District
Greater Chicago
Alan J. Dixon
Sharon Sharp
Elk Grove Township
Thompson
GOP
David C. O'Neal
Belleville
Bakalis
Richard J. Durbin
Springfield
University of
Cook County
George W. Dunne
Joseph J. Woods
William J. Bailey
Palos Heights
Lynn A. Williams
Winnetka
Thomas J. Ryan
Oak Forest
Barbara Storm Farr
Wheeling
Miles F. Krejci
Lyons
James P. Hilliard
Morton Grove
Stanley T. Kusper, Jr
Virginia Mary Hayter
Hoffman Estates
Terrell Clarke
Western Springs
Thomas C. Hynes
Chicago
Races Shift Focus to 10th and 9th Districts
In Illinois, contenders for the General Assembly target the 10th and 9th districts as pivotal. The 10th pits Senate hopeful Aldo DeAngelis against Democrat Sen. Robert Lane amid local party clashes, while House races involve John Matejek Jr. and Patrick Grossi with Chicago Heights backing shaping the contest.
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General Assembly
Senate
Robert T. Lane
Chicago Heights
Aldo A. DeAngelis
Olympia Fields
DeAngelis
Lane
Cook County Democratic
Charles Panici
Chicago
10Th
John Matejek, Jr
Patrick Grossi
Bloom Gop
Panici
Prairie Park's Prairie Loss Spurs Goose Lake Park Appeal
Prairie Park Illinois has fallen from seventy percent prairie to one percent native flatland. Goose Lake Prairie State Park remains the last substantial remnant of native Illinois soil and offers a day trip option for south suburbanites. See Inside magazine cover story for details.
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Illinois
Goose Lake Prairie State Park
Inside
Election Roundups Aid Voters In Tuesday Races
The Star provides a sweep of statewide county and area race coverage to help voters decide in Tuesday’s election. It mentions a page 18 summary of the paper’s recommendations and profiles multiple candidates across jurisdictions.
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Star
Football Finales Wrap of Friday and Saturday High School Games
The Football Special presents complete results from Friday and yesterday's high school football games. League standings, scorers, and notable plays highlight the season finale in a concise roundup.
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