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Newspaper
Oak Park Vindicator
Location
Oak Park, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1898
Page
2
The piece describes a calm school board election in Cicero and Austin with party notes. It cites the Woman's club in Austin declining female candidates, mentions Clerk Drent's popularity, and notes the wish to avoid war with Spain over Cuba. It also reports on milk inspector appointment and a town financial report.
Chatman Piper’s remark that Drent “always runs well” proved true as Drent secured the highest tally of any candidate Tuesday. In every precinct he led the ticket including his own eighteenth precinct where 191 of 201 voters backed him.
In the precinct, 141 straight Republican votes were cast, the largest Republican total in town and the smallest Democratic tally. The line suggests the precinct’s voters favored Republicans more than others locally.
Aus tin laundry plans move to 5602 South Boulevard by May 1. Nissen Bros. to stay open past 7 p m for patrons. Consumers Tea and Coffee adds 310 N. Park Ave branch with fresh goods. Schulz and Todd enjoyed duck hunting, over thirty birds bagged. Pillinger & Co. secure $25,000 Harlem and Madison building contract. Direk Schank promoter and owner. I E Roberts Oak Park architect. Starritt and Robertson report orders after relocating to 5649 Lake site. Master millinery opens at 113 North Park Ave with 200+ visitors. New bonnets, hats, and trimmings showcased. St Nicholas feature by Meredith Nugent notes animal artists in gardens with amusing tales.
Report notes that ice on Doniphan Lake in Kansas traps natural gas beneath the surface. A hole lighting the gas can create a bright flame several feet high, sometimes burning for minutes or hours as skaters try to warm fingers or warm themselves.
Maywood society notes record residents at events from ministers to teachers. Jacob Bohlander elected township clerk. Mrs. Dumlap and others speak at local gatherings. Klondike plans, a wooden wedding anniversary, and a dental graduate heading to South America are noted amid club talks and license ticket politics.
The text advises soaking basket chairs and clothes baskets in cold water for several hours and drying in the sun every six months. This treatment can extend their lifespan beyond normal usage.
Buckelin's Arnica Salve described as best for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions with a guarantee of satisfaction or money refunded. Price 2b cents per box. Sold by Lovett & Trail in Austin.
The Vindicator announces an open public opinion column inviting signed contributions on questions before the people. Editorial stance urges reader interest in community welfare and civic discussion as an invaluable service.
A casual observer at the Oak Park High School meeting presents four points about the school board's actions. The observer credits the board's motives for not publishing Mr. Barto's shortcomings and questions data for votes. The piece notes Agitator Vaile's possible personal grievance and calls for restraint in public discussion. 4-6-1898. A CASUAL OBSERVER.
T M Leckley returns to Dubuque after visiting his sister Mrs Meisibben. Samuel Lloyd former Wisconsin Central conductor dies shocking locals. A fire at 295 Phateher avenue destroys barn and coop. Albert L Vanden Berghen lodges in house, loses horse and seventy blooded chickens. Presbyterian church annual meeting elects officers and superintendents. River Forest Women’s club hears Mrs Henry Parker Newman on social and physical political equality. next program covers summer plans for children.
The advertisement claims Electric Bitters cures loss of appetite headaches sleeplessness fainting and dizzy spells for women whether homemakers or lab workers. It extols the tonic as a universal remedy for female complaints nervous troubles and weak kidneys and urges delicate women to keep it on hand. Sold by Lovett Traill in Austin at 50 cents per bottle.
Advertisements offer low rates for first insertions with special monthly deals. The Vindicator is advertised as having the largest paid circulation in Cicero and lists multiple Austin news depots including Don Rosado at 5624 Ohio Street and Loomis at 49 Park Avenue among others.
Building permits issued from the town clerk for Ersbach, Ridgeland, Oak Park, Austin and surrounding sub divisions. Entries show multiple properties including two story frames, one story additions, and costs ranging from low thousands to about two thousand dollars with details on blocks, lots, and subdivision names.
An ad claims Laxative Bromo Quintin tablets cure colds in one day and offers a refund if the remedy fails. The wording reflects early 20th century patent medicine style and nonmedical claims.
Multiple rental and store listings along South Boulevard and Park Avenue. Properties include steam heated stores at PRA 5624 South Boulevard and New Abbott Block with May 1 possession, 14 offices, and 8 room flats with hot water and janitor service. Rents range from 18 to 30 dollars with various unit sizes and amenities.
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