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Newspaper
Oak Park Vindicator
Location
Oak Park, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1899
Page
2
The Vindicator discusses subscription details and delivery, Cicero’s unpaid bills and finances, the town’s annexation prospects to Chicago, and mentions Altgeld’s influence. It also reports that the Oak Park Argus says the century begins January 1 1901 and comments on gas contracts and local commerce.
Major Edwin J. Whitehead resigns as treasurer of the Useless Republican club and names successor Thomas M. Hunter. No objection from Chief Justice LaMena, and the action is sealed.
The judge announced his club secured recognition from the Cook County Republican club for its candidate for county central committeeman. The Vindicator stated last week no vacancy existed and O W Nash would serve until delegates elected by the people next spring. If LaMena's candidate wins then he may claim influence or “pull.”
Last Wednesday night William Amerson reports his horse and harness stolen from his barn at 408 North Central Avenue while neighbors J S Wayman 523 North Pine Avenue and B Briard 488 North Central Avenue lose 20 and 50 chickens respectively. Police investigating and seek recovery.
On Monday night Christmas the Congregational Sunday school will present a Tin Can Christmas with members bringing at least one can of goods for the worthy poor of Austin. Santa Claus will attend along with several of his friends and an interesting program is planned.
Oak Park post office arranging morning deliveries on Christmas day with wagon service for packages too large for carriers. The plan covers holiday logistics to ensure timely distribution during the Christmas period.
John Fitzgerald, described as an anatomical freak, displayed dislocations of both hips shoulders elbows and the ability to obliterate the radial pulse at the Masonic building in Austin on Thursday. A crowd of doctors observed the demonstrations of his remarkable contortions.
The Austin Chess Club met on Thursday December 14 with former president W C Town returning from the East. Visitors from Chicago attended and V Eichorn, a visiting expert, impressed with his play. The club plans to publish more of the tournament score and will meet December 28 at 7 30 p m at 517 North Fifty third Avenue with communications to the secretary at 5439 Chicago Avenue.
The Swedish Lutherans of Austin plan an early matin service at 6 a.m. on Christmas day in their church at the corner of Town Street and Waller Avenue. Special singing by the choir and Sunday school. The church will be decorated and brightly lit with candy decorations. On Thursday evening December 28 at 8 o'clock the Sunday school Christmas festival will be held with an elaborate program.
Christmas program at Church of St Paul the Apostle features processional O Come All Ye Faithful number 29, Anthem Sing Alleluia Forth, Te Deum, Kyrie, Sanctus Benedictus solo Glory to God, and recessional hymn 60 with soloists Boex Kennard Barradell Geo Pither and Gounod pieces.
Prof. Eversz of the Congregational Home Missionary Society will speak on the German factor in American life Sunday afternoon December 24 at 6 o clock at the First Congregational church in Austin. The speaker is noted as very engaging and returns to address Austin for a second time. Admission is free and all are invited.
The Harlem Woman's Club will hold an open meeting on January 8. The vice president of the second district will discuss the by laws change for the general federation. River Forest Woman's Club the Nineteenth Century of Oak Park and the Austin Woman's Club are invited to send delegates to hear Mrs. Florence Ingalls.
Mr O Pierson of Sharon Wisconsin visits at Julius Schink s home. The Turners plan a Christmas ball in Gaden s Hall on Christmas night. Locals enjoy skating on area rivers and ponds. Harlem to get an artesian well after contract award. Mrs August Throde recovering from typhoid fever. Public awaits Judge Gibbons 5 cent fare decision. Streetcar tracks raised and curbing laid. Children s sewing class holds Christmas exercises December 23. Mrs Freda Mueller dies aged 65. John Condon to travel to Europe for eye treatment. Misses Margaret and Edith Schink host a young friends party. Moore s barn on Marengo street burned. Harlem and Oak Park fire crews respond. Patrol wagon breaks down during rush. hoses carried by officers. Committee of Gotsch Strunk Hilmes and Schrade returns from Logansport Indiana after inspecting municipal lighting.
A renowned scientist discusses tree longevity noting pine trees up to 700 years, silver fir about 420, and ash around 170 years, using these figures to illustrate age estimates for trees.
Town board discusses water and light disputes with Chicago Suburban Water and Light. Transfers funds from judgment to contingent, authorizes sidewalk plank work on Garfield avenue, approves warrants for commissioners fees, and considers taxing limits under Illinois act. Sets next meeting for December 29, 1899 and adjourns.
The Avalon Cinch Club met at Miss Agnes Rider's home last Thursday evening for a pleasant session. First prizes went to Mr. Thomas Cusack and Miss Tillie Dresse. Three new members were initiated.
Attend the Battle of Manila advertised at the corner of Wabash avenue and Hubbard court.
The notice promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as a reliable treatment to prevent or lessen croup in children. It claims hoarseness signals an upcoming attack and asserts the remedy works after hoarseness or the cough appears, with extensive use and a long track record and availability from Traill & Cooling.
The Nickel Plate Road offers round trip tickets at a fare and a third for travel to any point in the Central Passenger Association territory during Christmas and New Year holidays. Valid December 23, 24, 25, 30, 31, 1899 and January 1, with return to January 2, 1900. Students with credentials may buy at the same rate with extended return limits. Information at 111 Adams Street, Chicago.
Dr King’s New Life Pills claim to rapidly ease sick and nervous headaches by purifying blood and strengthening nerves. Easy to take, they cost 26 cents with a money back guarantee if not cured, sold by Traill and Cooling and Chas. P. Ja. Miller, druggists.
The report catalogs the surface areas of the world’s oceans: Pacific 71,000,000 square miles, Atlantic 35,000,000 square miles, Indian 28,000,090 square miles, Antarctic 8,600,000 square miles, Arctic 4,500,000 square miles.
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