Knights of Columbus Meeting Attracts Large Attendance
Rev. M. J. Hill spoke to St. Joseph Joliet parishioners and San Salvador Council rosters at a Knights of Columbus gathering. Visitors included D G K Henry Hilgendorf of Garcia Moreno. The meeting featured a mysterious house display and a Pinechle tournament match Pinta vs Garcia Moreno Harvey set for March 8th.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. J. Hill
St. Joseph’s Church
Joliet, IL
D. G. K. Henry Hilgendorf
Garcia Moreno
San Salvador
Roseland
Sons Luchy
Pinta
Harvey
Elks Meet in Joliet Honoring Grand Exalted Ruler Coen
Harvey Lodge No 1242 Elks lead Northeast District gathering in Joliet on Monday February 29 to honor Grand Exalted Ruler John R Coen. About 200 candidates and over 1000 members expected with a district initiatory service and buffet lunch. Riverdale and Dalton Elks urged to join caravan for the 25 mile trip.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harvey Lodge
B. P. O. Elks
Joliet
John R. Coen
Elkdom
Dalton
Riverdale
Lodge Plans Public Meeting To Combat Red Movement
The Lodge in session decided to counter a Red movement in Harvey. A public meeting is set for next Wednesday evening February 24 with a noted speaker addressing attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harvey
Legion News Needs More Writers at Paul Gall Post
The American Legion chapter calls for more members to contribute to the weekly news sheet. Leaders urge shared responsibility and ask Carl to resume writing duties with help from the membership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Legion
Paul Gall Post
Carl
District Lodge Plans George Washington Party
Degree of Honor members invite with George Washington theme on February 23 1932 at 8 o clock at Mrs Cora Millers home. Colonial costumes will be worn and Polka square dance and minuet are main features of the evening. Junior and Juvenile Club activities noted with games dancing and music from Mrs Marie Smith.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cora Miller
Marie Smith
Shirley Laib
Two Way Roads Business Follows Good Roads
A Country Home note warns that businesses will expand to neighboring towns if local towns fail to improve their own infrastructure. The remark emphasizes proactive community planning to prevent outflow of commerce and growth.
Washington P T A Plans March Meeting Pageant
The Washington Parent-Teacher Association announces Miss Swingle’s fourth grade won the highest parent participation at the last meeting. A birthday cake from Migo Bakery and refreshments from sixth grade members were enjoyed. A postponed party remains indefinite. The March meeting will be in the evening with Boy Scouts and fathers participating. Lunch was served to 170 teachers on Monday February 15. February 22 marks the 200th birth anniversary of George Washington. The fifth to eighth grade pageant Another Washington is set for Friday February 19 at 5:00 PM.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Doldale
Lincoln School
Dalton
Jas. Lombard
Chicago
David Gordon
Grand Lodge of
Ilinois
Dave
Illinois
Odd Fellowship
Coldale Lodge
Robert Janeschefski
Washington P. T. A
Washington
Parent-Teacher Association
Miss Swingle
Migo Bikery
Mvubers
Erade
George Washington
Dolton Sports and Athletic Association Meeting Notice
New organization invites all Dolton residents and businessmen to a February 25 1932 meeting at Dolton village hall to organize a non profit sports association. Secretary Frank O Bergold calls for strong public support and plans to elect officers for the year ahead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dolton
Ilinois
Frank O. Bergold
Dodger Debuts Hack as Wack Wilson in Brooklyn Uniform
Former Chicago Cubs home run king Hack Wilson appears in a Brooklyn Dodgers uniform for the first time. The landmark sight marks his move to the Dodgers and sets fan expectations high for the new season.
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Wack Wilson
Chicnzo Cubs
Brooklyn Dodgers
Brooklyn
Oracle Speaks Pageant Highlights Franklin PTA Meeting
The Franklin PTA showcased The Oracle Speaks with a tribute song and a cast including The Oracle Miss Ione Eager and The State Mrs. Oliver Henry. Four cornerstones School Church Home and State lit candles on a birthday cake as Mrs Smyth cut and served coffee. Mothers parties will be held monthly to strengthen teacher mother ties and discuss child problems.
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Feren Fike
Harold Packard
The
Oraclee
Ione Eager
Tenry Fadde
Geo. Kay
Louis Koch
Oliver Henry
Yeaton
Parker Gibsin
Fire damages Yard 380 office in Bernice. man hurt
Yard No. 380 in Bernice suffered a serious burn when a stove exploded in the office Monday night around ten o clock. Walter Walters senior was injured while his twelve year old son escaped unharmed. First aid was given and he was taken to St. Margaret's hospital. The fire was contained with no further damage.
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Bernice
Zetek
Stokell
St. Margaret’s Hospital
Walter
Walters
Williamson
Hol Veman
Zevenhouse
Andy Zevenhouse
Baby
William van Bodegraven
Clemence Krselke
Bellvue
Ohio
Anthony Koselke
Wanatah
C. E. Peterson
Rochester
Ind
Nelson
Chicago
Budge
Mildred
White
Paul Dacin
Frank Brinkman
Gustav Bock
Brinkman
Alex Guebert
Mary Hildebrandt
Mesdames Voshmik
Knipp
Wulfing
Hammond High School
Gustav Rock
Ruth
Leonard Pearson
Bothwell
Griffith
Firemen's Masquerade Ball celebration in Riverdale
Poem by Nick Brem extols volunteer firemen and urges attendance at the Volunteer Firemen's Masquerade Ball at Riverdale village hall on February 27 1932 at 8 pm. Donations acknowledged from local businesses. tickets 50 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Riverdale
Ivanhoe
A. Cohen
Wetzels Cleaners
C. Kern
R. J. Ohrt
Kh. Hess & Son
Schmutzler
Wm. Maurer
South End
Dolton Cleaners & Dyers
Simnick
Williams Candy
Hastings
H. Bass
Twin City
G. Jacobsma
Ford
Dreshal’s
Dolton Drug Store
Cundray’s
Hair’s
Dolton Flaidware
Peter Ripley Co
Groce & Market
R. Fritsche
Dolton Candyland
C. Fray
Florist
Dolton
Carl Dieck Coal Co
Malloy Coal Co
O’leary
Peter Lezeau
Paul’s Place
Wim. C. Zesch
Robert Schug
Kettler
Riverdale Pharmacy
Fred & Ed
Partolomei
Oswald Oberdobel
Ergo’s Bakery
Gladstone Company
Frank Bergold
Louie & Joe’s Place
Albrecht Bros
Wim. Man
Hardware
Vwdw
Dillner
J. Hausman
L. Kf. Reich & Son
Grace. & Market
Allen Totel
Cogswell
Herman Simnick
Harms Bros
A. Steinberg
Chas. Heidenreich
Triangle Togger
Girl Scouts Troop 1 Dalton Meeting Notice
Girl Scouts Troop 1 Dalton announces a personal talk by Mrs. Frederick Eddy on WMAQ Tuesday February 23 from 4 to 4 13 PM Tune in. A meeting for all Girl Scouting committees is planned Saturday February 27 at 10 AM at 666 Rush Street Chicago with National and Regional representatives and listed committee members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick Eddy
WMAQ
Rush Street
Chicago
Maughan
Edw. Wernicke
Carl Finkle
Russell
H. Tlaskin
Carolyn O’brien
Hazel Kasten
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Grant Street
Monroe Street
Verhoeven
Fredericka Street
Cedar Crest
Gak Street
Rahn Construction Co
A. C. Reich
Telephone Interocean
Lansing
Hjalmar Johnson
Michigan Avenue
Pullman
South Holland
South Michigan Avenue
Terre Haute
W. Bryan
W. 57Th Street
John Metevia
Atlantic Street
John Ravesfoot, Jr
State Street
Til
Michigan Ave
Timothy Kay
Obbe Boer
Ill
Fordson Tractor
D. Schoon
New Zealand
New Freedom
A. L. Keeny
170Th
Dixie Highway
Hazel Grest
South Side
Knights of Columbus
Elks
American Legion News
A. R. Harris
Hohman Avenue
Hammond
Carondelet Ave
So. Chi
By L. Edw. Brookfelt
Parent-Teacher News
New Athletic Association
Hack
Dodger
Lansing News
Nick Brem
Liveryune
Girl Scouts Troop
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