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Newspaper
Oak Park Vindicator
Location
Oak Park, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1896
Page
2
The paper appeals to overdue subscribers to pay winter subscriptions. Managers report many owing, with some in arrears for over a year. They have sent bills and letters, stressing that continuing publication depends on timely payment and hoping debtors liquidate to avoid suspension.
In the region a receiving clerk named Morrie from Austin works with auditor Chase operating the Porreus transfer system in Chicano. Last week Evanston recorded one sale while Civero posted twenty six, Provise eight teen transfers.
The CGicero Town Board discussed the ordinance tied to steel railroad plans as drawn, with Jia McCarthy reportedly challenging the proposal and raising questions about its impact on the town.
Fragmentary report suggests Wenky Heartz, a candidate for State Treasurer, faces local distrust amid unclear residency claims near a suburban park. References to a Gerald Conway and a study in the Second Pastels appear in odd handwriting, with a vigorous letter sent to be read by a secretary.
A confusing, garbled note describes a person named Pacer Patailias facing weariness after a day of appointments. The text implies a crass, tired mood and suggests staying at home as a domestic option, with hints of restraint or self care.
The writer questions why men talk of running for Congress so soon after election. He argues a constitutional defect exists and that sitting representatives have little connection to their constituents or public opinion.
Christopher Strasshem of Chi cao seeks Winds State Treasurer as Republican challenger to Henry Wertz. The Cicero Town Board orders publication of bills at every meeting. Republicans rally for McKinley. Longest Chicago street debate centers on Western avenue. Venezuelans adopt boycotts against English goods with Swift noted for Irish boycott suggestion.
Hillsboro resident James McPrever campaigns for the Republican nomination for Attorney General of Ulineis. The piece notes Pruitt’s local business involvement and past voting improprieties by a delegate, alongside a World’s Fair procession praising ex Governor McKimley. It highlights public support for McKimley and opposition to his aspirations.
The piece notes Governor Borucher opposing McKinley for the presidency while ex Governor Mekkinley’s ally Thanna defends pledges and loyalty. Maw Thin predicts Parker will back McKinley, limiting Ohio to one presidential candidate as Chicago Chronicle laments West’s support as missionary work for McKinley.
A. Shaw & Co. of Washington, D C advertise a new pamphlet titled Aciliary of foreign patent laws offering information and advice on foreign patents and their costs in various countries. Free copies will be sent to anyone addressing A Shaw & Co patent lawyers Washington D C. The Chronicle notes strong interest in the presidential question with Mehinley repeatedly named as the likely leader in discussions.
The author denounces the greenbacks era and Horace White as a pro bank advocate. He argues the wartime paper money was undervalued and mismanaged by government finance and tax policy. Medill is tied to stock control to influence the company’s majority and future direction. The text notes White’s later move to New York.
A publisher appeals to readers to discontinue delivery when moving, asking for December and January bills to be sent. The note warns that careless departures cause loss of hundreds of dollars yearly as carts keep delivering and postmasters return undelivered papers. It ends with a patriotic cheer for McKinley.
The piece surveys possible andidates for Cicero spring races including Col Bennett, Mr Piper, Mr Oliphant, Mr MacLean, Mr Brown, Mr Pierce, Assessor Attridge, Peter McDonald for Trustee, John Gale of Oak Park for Collector, G J Bliss for Assessorship, and Castle for Supervisorship. It notes Oak Park aligns on several posts and hints at a potential Republican ticket with Thomas H. Gate.
At Springfield a Republican meeting featured ex Governor Fifer praising the protectionist cause while voicing McKinley support. The crowd hailed Reed and McKinley amid cheers and flying hats, making the atmosphere resemble a funeral for other presidential hopefuls.
The Cicero and Proviso electric cars now transfer to the Madison street cabler at West Fortieth Street under shelter. Cars run into the loop house and passengers step from one car to another, replacing the old muddy method across half a block in all weather.
A Tribune report labels the Love Feast coverage as malice and asserts McKinley support is growing in Illinois. The Chronicle dismisses the Democratic stance and claims pledges for delegates to back McKinley are forming. The piece accuses rival outlets of attempting to mislead readers.
Send your address to I E Bucklen Co Chicago and receive a free sample box of He Kings New Life Pills. Trial will prove their merits for constipation sick headache malaria and liver troubles. Pills are guaranteed free from deleterious substances and purely vegetable. Regular size 25 cents per box. Sold at Lovet Oak Park and Trail Austin drug stores.
The Oaks club of Austin staged a crowded minstrel evening with a full hall, an opening overture, and a long program. Performers included Sam L. Davis, Phil Huston, Rudy Henry, H S Rearden, and W W Gardner, with interludes by Prof Coltrin and Prof L Harry Freeman. The ensemble featured jokes, dialect songs, chorus numbers, and the farce The Coming Man, closing to praise for Rearden's management and overall success.
At a recent Austin public schools meeting the teachers unanimously adopted a memorial for Miss Annie Ss. Hazlett who died January 5 1896. She began in September 1800 and served until her death. She was a dedicated, honest, cheerful educator beloved by colleagues and pupils. The group expresses deep sympathy to her bereaved family.
The Austin Business Men's Association formed at Republican headquarters on Wednesday evening with officers including President T. Traill and Secretary J. Noble. The roster lists members and committees for credit, organization, and membership, aiming at ritual protection against bad luck and business threats. similar groups exist, such as one in Oak Park.
The Cicero Town Board plans to end use of trustees commissioners estimates in special assessments. Bidders would rely only on the ordinance plans and specifications to bid the bottom dollar. The board will also consider engineer plans for a police and fire alarm system and bid advertisements.
Town of Cicero Police Captain Hansberry clashes with J B Leckey head of a city detective bureau over an agent Galley who wore police uniform and carried a revolver. Galley was arrested after warnings and released on bail. Leckey's attorney argues bureau charter allows state wide activity. judge considers matter after court.
Mrs Guoda Marie Olson 22 wife of Martin C Olson died Monday morning after childbirth of a premature baby that lived only a few days. Funeral held Wednesday at 10 from the residence to Bethlehem Lutheran Church Center Avenue and Huron in Chicago with Rev McKildeel and Rev Evans officiating. Interment at Olivet. Mr Olson secretary of Conyne Manufacturing Co and partner at B D Larron & Co.
A Ridgeland church social turned rich musical treat Tuesday evening under the direction of Mr and Mrs C H Wood. The program featured violin solos piano accompaniment, vocal solos, and readings by local performers including Miss Blanche Smith Miss Helen Willard and Miss Louise Smith with pieces such as Nightingale Wedding March and Happy Day.
George Schrade, collector for Proviso, lists locations and dates to meet taxpayers. Maywood at Bryants real estate office on Mondays February 3 10 17 21 and March 1 from 7 p m to 9 p m. Melrose Park at Peter Boblander’s store on Wednesdays February 5 12 26 from 9 a m to 7 p m. Javer Morest at Boyer Gilbert’s store on Tuesdays February 4 11 25 from 9 a m to 5 p m. Proviso at Chr Thiele’s store on Thursday February 6 and Tuesday February 18 from 9 a m to 5 p m. Schrade will be at home in Marlen on Fridays and Saturdays.
A southbound Harlem avenue electric car struck a Northwestern rail crossing gate and side of a passenger coach as a train pulled from the station. Motorman John Halsebaarg and conductor Martin, plus two passengers, escaped unharmed. The crash left the coach with broken side windows. a switch engine added a twist but caused no further damage. The motorman cites the car failing to respond to the brakes.
Minga Gordon Gould with Walter EK Balfour baritone and Charles DL Watt led Shakespearean readings Saturday at the Oak Park club under Mr and Aire bh Bartlett and AMIr and Mrs ID A Taylor. At the Cinch party Tuesday evening eighteen tables of players. An elegant lunch followed in the ballroom. A second meeting for a club Athletic Association will be held Saturday evening to unify baseball tennis and other sports. Several committees have been appointed.
Robert J Bardette lectured at the First Congregational church in Oak Park in the Scoville Institute course on Advice to young men. He treated the topic as relevant to all ages, sharing new ideas and jokes and closing with a vivid lesson from General Custer's career.
The Prairie Club held a Saturday banquet for its newly elected board and members. A four dozen covers, fern and palm decor, and a mandolin orchestra set a festive tone as speeches by Melancthon Smith W. G. Adams and Rev A P Anderson praised character and club aims. Dr A S Draper spoke on US Britain relations with the Monroe Doctrine about the Venezuelan question. A foreclosure suit by The Homestead Baron loan association seeks 15060 on the Prairie Club house.
Lieutenant Honren and Cicero police halted cruelty to animals after Robert Brooks kept a starved horse in a small shed on Carpenter avenue. The horse received three quarts of feed per day with no hay or water. Brooks paid a 10 dollar fine, five dollars of which was remitted if he fed the animal or shot it. He chose to shoot the horse. The case includes a letter to Judge Smith from an unnamed critic, and notes the Humane Society pressed for a minimal fine. Woods, or the related cruelty, is discussed with illness cited as mitigating.
Mrs Lily Adams Hilton of South Harvey avenue died suddenly from a brain hemorrhage on Saturday January 25. The widow of J Z Hilton she leaves a husband with no children. Funeral was held at the house and she will be interred in Montreal. She was active in Ridgeland Woman's Benevolent society as secretary and known for her cheerful work.
Oak Park and Cicero scene includes social gatherings, church services, school notices, and construction. Mr and Mrs Sam Stevens host a Friday gathering. Unity church marks its twenty fifth anniversary with a banquet. a class of beginners to public schools starts in February with vaccination rules. Rev F L Wedstough speaks on Life of Christ and Ralph Sherman leads youth service. Frankland tax collector visits Oak Park on several February evenings. new bricks rising on Marion street. local firms advertise deliveries and services.
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