John Hersey Dedicated High School Amid Student Protest
In addressing the student body and community, John Hersey reflects on the value of youth activism, the meaning of student power, and the need for true engagement in education. He praises the school and urges trust in the younger generation to pursue justice, peace, and meaningful change. He envisions a school named in his honor as a testament to these ideals.
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Che Che Pinquay
Slichenmyer
Free
George Wallace
Nixon
Humphrey
Spiro Agnew
Lyndon Johnson
Eugene McCarthy
New Hampshire
Law and Order
John Hersey
John Hersey High School
John Hersey High dedication showcases instant spirit
Author John Hersey attended the public dedication of a new high school in District 214, where students, cheerleaders, and the band celebrated with color, flags, and a ring designed by students. Transferring families from Prospect and Wheeling now form a cohesive Prospect Heights community centered on the school.
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John Hersey
John Hersey High School
Combined Appeal Seeks 3800 From Mount Prospect Businesses
Mount Prospect two week residential drive raised over 17000 toward a 3800 business contribution goal by December 15 to reach a village target of 21000. Campaign chairman Howard Schick expects more gifts from professionals, letters mailed to noncontributors. Fifteen service agencies benefit. Metropolitan Crusade of Mercy adds 36000, lifting total goal to 57000.
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Mount Prospect
Howard Schick
Metropolitan Crusade of Mercy
Smoking Policy Debate Sees School Board Tension
BUCHHOLZ urged a switch to move smoking off campus calling the Goebbert Road area a dangerous location after a reckless driver crashed into a pole near students. He warned off campus smoking still risks illegal material sales and student abduction in cars.
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Buchholz
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Goebbert Road
Turkey Trot Cross Country Races Set For Thanksgiving
The Wheeling Park District and Title III sponsor the 4th Annual Turkey Trot in Heritage Park 222 S Wolf Rd Wheeling. Races run 9 30 to 11 30 a m with events for boys and girls ages seven to sixteen, awards include trophies and ribbons.
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Wheeling
Buffalo Grove
Prospect Heights
Wheeling Park District
Heritage Park
S. Wolf Road
Vacant Lot Clear of Rats Near Jack London Junior High
Village Manager C E Olsen reported to the Village Board that rats in the vacant lot near Jack London Junior High School have been eliminated. He said plans will be taken to fill the lot to improve drainage and remove stagnant water.
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Mgr. C. E. Olsen
Village Board
Jack London Junior High School
Olsen
Schools Bid For Honor In Open Enrollment District 59
District 59 tests a new open enrollment policy with Ju liette Low and Grant Wood as potential sites. Dr Anne Kennard and Dr Jack Edling lead evaluation work while Nov. 6 field visits identified Juliette Low as a finalist among 50. Final selection due early next year.
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Liette Law
Anne Kennard
Jack Edling
Oregon State
Juliette Low
Thomas
School Aid Discussion Signals Possible Grant
Cong. Donald Rumsfeld has promised an immediate report on November 21 as districts await formal notice the next day about a requested grant. Officials say prospects look good but a full amount is not guaranteed, and a smaller grant would require districts to find revenue to cover the rest.
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American Academy of Arts and Letters
Dr. Gilbert
O’hare
Dr. Smith
Donald Rumsfeld
R-13th Dist
Thomas
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