Local Social Notes Highlight Lansing Hospitality
Mrs Bock and Ruth return from Bass Lake vacation while Helen Lorenz of Crete Illinois visits Mildred Bock. A noon luncheon hosts Mrs Knipp and guests from Hammond and Lansing. A family celebration in Hegewisch honors Walter Sisk Jr. as relatives gather for birthdays. residents visit Wisconsin Indiana and Illinois with lawn socials and club meetings noted. a minor traffic incident on a lit truck end is reported with no serious injuries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bock
Ruth
Bass Lake
Helen Lorenz
Crete
Ill
Mildred Bock
Knipp
King
Jones
Clay
Portz
Hammond
Seevers
Lansing
Hegewisch
Walter Sisk
Cutowski
William
Wisconsin
Gustav Bock
Brunswick
Ind
Reichert
Orpha Adams
Indianapolis
Mitchell
182Nd Street
Homemakers Club
Water Works
Moore
Indiana
Woodmar
Moatt
Lewis Herman
Martha Zeck
Indiana Avenue
Oak Glen
Schwab Street
Evan. Church
Thornton
Mrs. King
Ridgewood Avenue
Lean Times for London Butchers in Lent Fines
Old London records show butchers fined for gelling meat during Lent except for privileged persons. The aged and infirm received meat by special permits, often granted by St. Margaret Westminster parish. Permits funded relief for the poor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
St. Margaret
Westminster
Broadening the Mind and Systematic Observation
A reflective aphorism on the power to widen understanding through careful, unbiased investigation of all life around us. The quote emphasizes disciplined inquiry as a path to intellectual growth and truth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aurelius
Obituary notes and local notices from South Holland
Miss Jennie Weld aged 46 died July 31 1930 at Ingalls hospital after infection from a thistle. Funeral at 1:30 at R Hoekstra home and 2 at First Reformed church Rev T W Muilenberg officiating burial Oaklawn cemetery. Also death of Andy Vander Zee August 4 1930 leaving widow and nine children. Funeral July 1930 First Christian Reformed church Rev K W Fortuin. A baby born to Mr and Mrs Lagastec. Onions harvest active though drought stunted yields.
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Jennie Weld
Ingalls Hospital
Anton
Nick
Edward
Stella
Chas. DeYoung
Della
Ray Hoekstra
Anna
Wm. Blink
R. Hoekstra
First Reformed Church
T. W. Muilenberg
Oaklawn
Andy Vander Zee
Canbia Os
Tno
Vander Zee
Netherlands
Charles
John
Herman
Ralph
H. Vander Bilt
Ida
George Hoekstra
Elsie
A. Vander Giessen
Katie
R. Vander Wal
Nellie
153Rd Street
First Christian Reformed Church
K. W. Fortuin
Leonard Lagastec
H de Winter
Grand Rapids
Mich
Vacationers in town and local notes from the week
Rev Harmeling and family spend a two week vacation with Rev and Mrs DeBey. Minnie Dalenberg visits from Kasson. Morris Vandran welcomed a baby boy born Tuesday July 26. Carrie and Cora Bardwick visit Michigan. John L Vinke Louis Anker and P A Anker return from a western trip. They report dry lands and good crops. Peter Dalenberg helps clean dusty streets. Hit Dol ton next Kid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harmeling
DeBey
Minnie Dalenberg
Kasson
Minn
Morris Vandran
Carrie
Cora Bardwick
Michigan
John L. Vinke
Louis
William Anker
P. A. Anker
For Sale Notices on Louis Street and South Holland
Modern five room residence on Louis street north of 158th with lot 50 by 152 feet. Harry Oosting advertises sale. Also a 1925 Ford Coupe with choice of 1927 or 1929 Essex coach listed by John Scheffers of 156th Place, South Holland. Notices dated December 3.
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158Th Street
Louis Street
Harry Oosting
Essex
John Scheffers
South Holland
Theatres A Saturday Features Tom Tyler and More
Theaters present Tom Tyler in Phantom Rider in sound with Moon and Green Our Song talking comedy Pep and Personality novelty reel Jade Box. Sunday Ramon Navaro stars in Devil May Care musical romance with Laurel and Hardy in Hoosegow talking comedy. Tuesday and Wednesday August 12 and 13 Greta Garbo in Anne Christie in a full talking picture hit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Tyler
Bearcats Extend Winning Streak to Ten Games
The Bearcats won three more games in the past week to run their streak to ten. They beat the Hi-Jackers 7 to 5, Harvey Specials 9 to 8, and the Blackhawks 11 to 1 as Kickert limited the Blackhawks to three hits. Swart homered with two doubles and a single in four trips.
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Bearcats
Hi-Jackers
Harvey Specials
Blackhawks
Kickert
Bogg
van Keppel
Swart
Chicago Heights Aces
Bearcat
Jernsberg
Fair and Squares
Berger
South Holland
St. Louis Academy
Roseland
Bearcat Field
Water Buffaloes Thrive Near Water but Do Not Require It
Water buffalos enjoy water and stay close for comfort, but can live without soaking. They require water to drink like other animals, yet lying in water is a comfort behavior rather than essential for survival.
French Traveler Notes Rage of Tattooing Across Channel
Paris Le Matin reports that travelers crossing the English Channel sometimes commemorate the voyage with a tattoo such as an anchor or other symbols. The feature reflects curiosity about why ink holds such appeal for some as they travel between nations and cultures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
English Channel
Empire
Republic
Paris le Matin
Cathedral Meaning And Role In Diocesan Structure
The cathedral is the church that holds the bishop’s chair and serves as the see’s headquarters, making it the mother church of a diocese. It marks the central ecclesiastical authority and ceremonial center for a bishop’s jurisdiction.
Stribling Defeats Phil Scott in Wimbledon Bout
Georgian heavyweight Young Stribling KOed Phil Scott at Wimbledon Stadium in just over one round. Scott had been England's top ranked heavyweight, signaling a major victory for Stribling in front of a standing crowd.
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Stribling
Phil Scott
Wimbledon
England
W. L. (Young) Stribling
Phil Scot
Eigland
Italy votes vast quake fund for southern provinces
Rome reports the council of ministers approved a 5 230 000 dollar quake relief fund. A 3 280 000 dollar allocation targets reconstruction across earthquake damaged southern Italian provinces.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Italy
Rome
Council of Ministers
Howells Faces 160 Year Term On Larceny Counts
Elzina Howells petitions for a new trial after facing a possible 160 year sentence on sixteen larceny counts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Elzina Howells
Bandits Slain in Glen Cross Bank Holdup
In Glen Cross South Dakota after robbing the Glen Cross State Bank of about $13,000, a bandit was slain by the cashier during an attempted escape. A second bandit was killed by a sheriff. The third bandit fled and was at large.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Glen Cross
S. D
Hoover to Visit Mexico President Hoover to visit Mexico City
President Ortiz Rubio announced Hoover accepted an invitation to visit Mexico. The specific date remains undecided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoover
Mexico
Mexico City
Ortiz Rubio
Local Exhibit Displays models and quilts for charity
The article details awards and donations for a community exhibition. Prizes include blue and red ribbons for miniature houses, Health House entries by Berger School, quilts by Mrs. Kate Norton, and various decorations. Mayor Price donated the model house backdrop for the flower show and children’s program. The Chicago and Riverdale Lumber Co. provided the platform, with Dan Bachman supplying the lawn, while Herman Baumgartner coordinated hall setup.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berger School
Kate Norton
Jacob Lotz
Mayor Price
Chicago and Riverdale Lumber Co
Dan Bachman
Herman Baumgartner
American Legion Auxiliary Notes in 4th District Meeting
On Monday July 28 the 4th District American Legion Auxiliary met at St. Pauls school auditorium hosted by Paul Gall No 3038. Mrs Florence Kelley state president and others spoke as Emily Kipley was elected District Director. Scotch Jenness named Secretary Treasurer. Local children performed dramatic readings and Irene Garry sang. Refreshments followed for attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
4Th District of American Legion Auxiliary
Paul Gall
St. Paul’s School
Florence Kelley
Marie Suthers
Cook County Council
Ada Mucklestone
Irene Garry
Dalton
Dellicious
Troop 797 Plans Meeting and Hike Registration
Scout News Troop 797 will meet Friday August 8 1930 at 8 o clock at the home of Scoutmaster Frederick Schmidt. Plans for the big hike and registration fees will be collected. Turn in your fee to complete our registration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
NATO
Frederick Schmidt
Calumet District
German-born Mrs Reich Dalton Dies at 67 in Elkheart Indiana
Mrs Margaretha Reich Dalton died at her home 327 North Main street Elkheart Indiana aged 67 after months of declining health and uremic poisoning. Born June 18 1863 near Hamburg Germany she married William Reich Aug 8 1882 and lived in Elkhart 48 years. She leaves husband son Herman F Reich of Hollywood California two grandchildren and many friends. Funeral services conducted by Rev H Arlt and Rev Henry Holliger at Grace Lawn Cemetery Elkhart.
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Dalton
Margharetha) Reich
North Main Street
Elkhart
Ind
Catherine Schlueter
Dolton
Reich
Hamburg
Germany
William Reich
Herman F. Reich
Hollywood
California
Oldest Kuyper Reunion Member Celebrates 81st Birthday
Mrs. Martha Barman, aged 81, celebrated her birthday at the Kuyper reunion on Sunday July 20. She resides with her son-in-law and daughter at 255 West 107th Place and remains in good health. She was formerly of West Lilith Street and is the oldest Kuyper reunion member, a niece of the late Cornelius Kuyper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martha Barman
West 107Th Place
Barman
West Lilith Street
Cornelius Kuyper
Kuyper
THREE LINK NOTES ANNUAL PICNIC AT FOREST PRESERVE
Doldale Lodge No 118 and Doldale Rebekah Lodge No 79 announce their first annual picnic on Sunday August 17 at the Forest Preserve Halsted Street and the Calumet River opposite Pipes Peace Golf Course. Transportation from the lodge hall every twenty minutes 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free activities include games contests races prizes and novel ties. Bring lunch and old clothes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. Edward Brookfelt
Doldale
For Rent Notices In South Holland And Dolton
Two housing ads list rentals: a five room house on Greenwood road near 159th street in South Holland available September 15, with contact Harry Boomsma, 13-3p. and a six room cottage at 545 Lincoln avenue with stove heat, inquiries at 425 Lincoln avenue or via Dolton 875d.
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Greenwood Road
159Th Street
South Holland
Harry Boomsma
Lincoln Avenue
Dolton
Early River Steamboat on Ohio Reveals 1814 Operation
The first Ohio River steamboat, the New Orleans, is noted by the Department of Commerce record as operating as early as 1814. This early vessel marks a milestone in American inland navigation and river trade developments.
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Ohio River
Department of Commerce
New Orleans
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Russell Hergesheimer
188Rd Street
Russell Molenaar
Oakley Street
Torrence Avenue
Horgesheimer
Calumet City
Learrenz
Chicago
Albert Kinndt
Washington Street
Lawson Banco Club
Howard Bertram
Community Street
Barth, Sr
Lansing Banco Club
Ben Munster
Munster
Glora
Oxford
WM. A. Herrick
E. 147Th St
Halsted Harvey, Illinois
Peter R. van Drunen
John Broertjes
Winona
Watkins Food Products Plant
Illinois
Hollansche Snijboon Molentje
A. Pluymert
State Street
DeYoung Bros
Gents Furnishings & Shoe Store
E. 137Th Street
Riverdale
Daniel C. Bachmann
Arvone Dolton
Lincoln Ave
THE
Dr. J. Finley Kettles
Louis St
St. Holland School
Onky
Harvey 1126
Harvey
East 154Th Street
American Legion Auxiliary Notes
Scout News
Margaretha Reich
Kuyper Reunion
Hohman St
Carondolet
DE Young Bros
Park Ave
Holland, Hl
Tel
Halsted St
Triangle
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