The Vindicator August 16 1895 newspaper notice
The Vindicator issue dated August 16 1895 edited by William Halley and proprietor Rabecription. Subscription offered at 43.00 per year in advance.
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Newspaper
Oak Park Vindicator
Location
Oak Park, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1895
Page
2
The Vindicator issue dated August 16 1895 edited by William Halley and proprietor Rabecription. Subscription offered at 43.00 per year in advance.
Publisher William Nhalluy of Oak Park presents a prospectus to form a $25 000 joint stock company to print and publish the Vindicator and other editions. He argues for capital and efficiency, plans to reduce his own duties, and cites growing town needs and the shift to daily papers as justification.
An editorial note predicts a renewed drive for an independent Cicero city government. The Gazette of Moreland claims it is the sole paper published in the twenty eighth ward. Commentary notes circulation claims and questions by Kee and Willis.
Sixty Chicago letter carriers will join the grand Labor Day parade in Philadelphia. Post master Hessing will sit on the reviewing stand with the Postmaster General and department representatives from New York Boston and Philadelphia.
Invitations go out for a September 3 praise service marking the completion of section 10 of the main drainage channel. Special trains on the Atchison and the Alton will run to the site located about a mile and a half below Lamont, with 1 000 invited guests expected by the sanitary trustees.
Edward G. Waite proposed replacing Harper’s with Rand McNally geography at a board of education meeting. Several members abstained after not reviewing the proposal, while Mr. Halle urged a vote and the motion passed three to two.
Labor day parade organizers at 199 Randolph Street allocated roles to participating organizations. A final conference is planned for next Sunday morning to ensure the event runs smoothly with contractors and leading city business men invited to view from the reviewing stand.
Tan American Empress Company expressed satisfaction after Frank Miller was found guilty of burglary. The jury sentenced him to one year in the penitentiary. The offenses occurred at Amex offices along the Galena division of the Chicago and Northwestern railroad near Chicago during May and June, with Miller later found in possession of stolen property.
Commissioner Kent ordered a halt to stringing trolley wires on Lake street east of the river. The company had permits west of the river but not east, and without a permit east of the river the work was halted. The council had granted rights last spring, but the miscommunication led to the stoppage.
The Father League of Chicago gathered at St Pauls English church Fairfield avenue and Hirsch street with twenty three churches sending delegates. They favored three delegates to the National convention in Pittsburg October 30 and 31 with Henry Halsted Martin Olsen and Miss Mattie Quales named as delegates. A Humble yih picnic was planned for Saturday with M Munson D Selberg and EE Danham appointed to arrange. An Oak Park officer recently prosecuted and acquitted for firing a gun to detain two boys was said to face a potential loss of about 20 000, raising concerns over self defense costs and enforcement risks.
The Austin Vindicator notes the creation of The Ladies Auxiliary to the Austin Senate with 16 charter members and officers. They adopt Roberts rules, possess a gilt gav el gift from the Senate, and prepare to address questions on political and economic issues. The paper will report their activities as official organ and a debate with Senators is planned.
A large gathering of Odd Fellows and Daughters of Rebekah from across the state attended the dedication of the new cottage at the Odd Fellows Orphan Home. Grind Sire Stebbins led the ceremony as the main building, four stories high with Bedford stone and brick, was officially dedicated and opened in January 1808 under Custodian Rev. Charles I Schaible and Superintendent Matron Mrs. L Morrison.
The piece argues Oak Park Water and Electric Light Co. meets town ordinances and helped Cicero, while noting bond approval despite strong local influence. It cites precinct results across Austin Berwyn Oak Park Clyde Hawthorne Ridgeland and mentions bankers brokers and town employees backing the bond while opponents were sparse.
The Cicero bond election Tuesday drew only 40 percent of registered voters. About 1,222 ballots were cast from a 3,000 registration, with officials noting the quiet polling places and opposition treasurers considering injunctions to block action.
A burglar broke into 301 Wealey Avenue last Sunday evening stealing clothes money and other valuables. The intruder left cigarettes behind. No further details available about suspects or motive.
A letter from Oak Park complains about two recent burglaries near Wesley and alleges police laxity. The writer urges action and criticizes officers for loitering and napping while criminals operate nearby.
In Cicero's town government two Chicago suburbs clash over a 103,411 bond issue. Austinites lose the vote amid disputes over fund use and legality of prior actions. Courts may decide if bonds are lawful and needed to cover prior debts.
A letter by Mr. D. Oliphant outlines twelve reasons to oppose a 103000 bond issue. He cites long-term liens on every lot, high taxes, existing debts, mismanagement, lack of public improvements, and potential for private gain, urging voters to reject the proposal.
Local notices show Rev Pooley visiting Grlenn and multiple Oak Park residents returning from trips to South Haven Boston and Lake Geneva. Bicycle deals at Schoening's Oak Park shop and a two week Enterprise sale amid removal events and price cuts.
Buecklen’s Arnica Salve offered as the best salve for cuts, bruises, sores, ulcers, eruptions, and more with a money refund if not satisfactory. Sold by L. M. Lovett in Oak dark and R. H. Traill in Austin at 250 er box.
Ridgeland community brief including a home coffee cake giveaway reminder for 25 label submissions from loaves. Updates on residents Mrs. Chas. Wood entertaining, Capt B F Dave and family back from the East, E A Cummings at Fox Lake, Mrs. Robert Lay home in a wheelchair, Mrs. H F Sayles leaving for Foon, Mr. and Mrs. Goodwillie returning from an outing, locals preparing for a Milwaukee trip on the steamer Virginia, and Miss Vandyke visiting from Oconomowoo with Miss Kittie Carr as host cousin.
Harlem village trustees met with all members present led by President Otto Gorka. Matters included licensing bids for bottling works, a steam laundry protest, rail power change discussion, and several large contracts and sewer projects. The July treasurer’s balance and multiple committee payments were approved before adjournment. A special session is planned to finish sewer and waterworks work.
Henry Pillinger advertises good calf shoes and tennis and baseball shoes with prices. Local items report travel, illnesses, visits, Epworth League events, street work on Cornelia, and community notices from Austin and surrounding areas.
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