Better Police Plan Aims for Regional Crime Net
Mayor Bruggeman argues for a district wide covert communications system to trap criminals, citing the Blue Island killing as an example. Harvey officials name a committee with Chicago Heights to plan action and signalling conferences with other towns to expand police cooperation and tracking capabilities. The plan would aid auto theft and vandal tracing, though city limits often hold the chief crimes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bruggeman
Blue Island
Cook County
Harvey
James A. Bates
Chicago Heights
Woman Chemist Probes Coal Mystery at Carnegie Tech
Milada Friedlova a twenty four year old chemist from Czechoslovakia studies coal analysis and heat experiments at Carnegie Institute of Technology in Pittsburgh. She spent nine years at the University of Prague and four years in Prague research. She was part of a group of graduates sent to the United States under Masaryk Academy and American English Council programs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburgh
Milada Friedlova
Czechoslovakia
Turnip Marathon Sponsor Aims at Orlando Contests
Katherine Holland Brown, prizewinning novelist, sponsors backyard turnip contests for African American residents in Orlando and five nearby towns. Prizes awarded by a three member judging panel with support from interracial welfare workers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orlando
Fla
Katherine Holland Brown
Brown
Centrallorida
Chromium Reflector for Auto Headlights Found Superior
The Bureau of Standards reports chromium electroplated on steel offers higher reflectivity than nickel, especially in the ultraviolet. The study also shows chromium is more durable under UV exposure, improving headlight reflectors across visible, ultraviolet, and infrared spectra.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Bureau of Standards
Richland Graduation Exercises Highlight School Talent
Lansing report details class colors and flowers then lists diplomas and gifts. The program features a rich lineup including Pizzicati, ballet, song of farewell, and a school chorus. Notables include Earl Bailey Clarence Callahan and Director of Education staff, with Raymond Logan in attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eee Huth Fiene
Kathryn Lucas
Donald Bennett
Syvia Ballet
Richland
Earl Bailey Clarence Callahan
Robert E. Downs
Paul J. Sheehan
Arthur Bauman
Inger B. Skogan
Lester P. Crawl
Telma Wheeler
J. Sneehan
Board of Education
F. F. Bothwell
Wm. Wernicke
Albert F. Kindt
Fred J. Caster
Wm. Bruin
Governmental Ideals In Adams Writings On Public Weal
A quote attributed to John Quincy Adams emphasizes government’s purpose to preserve inform and perpetuate sources and channels that contribute to the public welfare. The line frames governance as stewardship.
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John Quincy Adams
Adventurers Seek Life Beyond the Mundane
A compact meditation on restless souls who refuse stillness. It frames travel as a necessary call to meet life, describing adventurous men driven by an itching foot and restless heart to venture afield. The piece emphasizes action over complacency.
Gigantic Washington Head at Rushmore Stands 80 Feet High
The Rushmore memorial in the Black Hills shows the head of Washington measuring 80 feet from forehead to chin. The statue towers over the landscape, highlighting the monumental sculpture’s scale.
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Washington
Rushmore Memorial
Black Hills
Am. Legion Defeats Hausman Colts in Bowling Match
The American Legion team won two games from Hausman Colts while Shell Gas swept G. L. Band. High series or high game noted for W. Bremer with 226. Schedule lists Feb 11 matches Am. Legion vs G. L. Band and Hausman Colts vs Shell Gas.
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Shell Gas Am. Legion
Hausman
W. Bremer
Am. Legion
Hausman Colts
Shell Gas
G. L. Band
M. Nerche
W. Nerche
Bremer Nate See
Nortoff
Ortinau Pe Bee
Legion Maurer
Bonse
Wiebke
Reich
Simnick Thareteteeshepee Enectethscauiben
G. I. Band Sub
Radtke
Peirson
Kasten
Markus
Shell Gas Pee Deensetecuabs Gheseete
Schlinger Albrecht
Locker
Schlieman
Miller
Quilt Wives Keep Welsh and Durham Craft Alive
In Wales and Durham England the Quilt Wives preserve the traditional quilting craft handed down from mother to daughter. Local wool is washed and carded before being placed between quilt coverings and stitched into new works.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wales
Durham
England
Nature's Law Cited by Ruskin on Shared Knowledge
Philosophical remark notes the link between practical use of possessions and the urge to share outcomes. The quote by John Ruskin emphasizes that as people gain ability to apply resources, they simultaneously feel compelled to communicate and benefit others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Ruskin
Illinois State News Highlights Local Crimes and Obits
The report notes a 3800 pound safe breach at the State Bank of Aviston. It lists a 1929 Fraternal Order of Eagles convention in Freeport June 18 to 20. Obituaries include Civil War veteran Eli Sheplar of Georgetown, and Camp Grant era musician Dudley McCosh. It covers University of Illinois suspensions, a fatal car train crash in Chicago, and a Rock Island school building program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Ora Tuttle
Lldorado
Ken Corbitt
Carbondale
Frank
Tom
Miami
Fla
Charles
Johnson City
Proverb Debate on Ends Justifying Means
Proves not for conscience quieting as the end does not justify wrong means. The phrase is challenged as a guide to ethics and moral action.
Final Special Assessment Notice Dolton Illinois 1929
Notice to all interested that Dolton Village Board filed a cost certificate for the lead water service pipe project on Lincoln Avenue and Chicago Street. A hearing will be held February 18, 1929 at 10:00 AM in Cook County Court to determine the facts and assess objections. Objections may be filed before the hearing.
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John Ravesfoot, Jr
State Street
South Holland
Ill
Harvey
Fred W. Rahn
E. 137Th Place
Riverdale
Kanawha St
Fredericka St
Dolton
Navy
Lincoln Avenue School
Trinangle
L. B. Shilling
16Th Street
Chicago Heights
Wabash Avenue
Russell Bales
South
Grant Park
Chas. W. Essen
State of Illinois
Cook
Cook County
Lincoln Avenue
Chicago Street
Dalton
Illinois
Board of Local Improvements
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Chinatown
Washington Star
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H. G. Wills
Edbrooke Avenue
Joseph Kavlak
187Th Street
Majestic Electric
Ray C. Manthey
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Chicago Street Dolton
Henry W. Schnoor
Lansing
St. Paul’s
Ague
Nature’s Law
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Anthony Basile
Lincoln Ave
Lyp
K. L. Sherrill
Leyden Ave
Gladstone
Sundberg
Halsted St. Vincennes
A. R. Harris
Caloric
Merrimac
Monitor
Big Boy
Carondelet Ave
Hohman St
Hammond, Ind
Hammond
WM. C. Zesch & Son
Avalon Ave
Dolton No
WM. G. Dolton
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City & Suburban Electric Co. (Inc
Parnell Ave
C. H. van Valkenburgh
Pullman
Frank C. Ott
Chicago St
William Lotz
Kettler
Riverdale Pharmacy
Ernest Kettler
R. Ph
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Riverdale, Ill
Isaac Shilling
159Th Street
Holland
Carl Dieck
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