Driver's license law debated by workers and townsfolk
Readers from various trades debate the proposed driver's license law. Foreman Russell Haskin says it could help if handled by honest leaders. florist Gus Milhahn questions enforceability and graft risks. station attendant A Lyle Dorman argues it will remove unfit drivers. Henry Schmal critiques taxes and suggests physical exams. railroader A R 8S Green sees both potential benefit and risk of corruption.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russell Haskin
Gus Milhahn
Elese
Lyle Dorman
Springfield
Henry Schmal
Green
Illinois
Civil Service Exams for Senior Trades in D C Area
The United States Civil Service Commission announces open competitive exams for senior cabinetmaker, carpenter, electrician, and painter in Washington, D C and immediate vicinity. US citizens meeting requirements may apply with a salary of 1860 dollars yearly. Applicants need one year journeyman experience after apprenticeship or four years trade experience. full details from the Secretary of the Civil Service Board of Examiners or the Commission in Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Civil Service Commission
Washington, D. C
United States
Secretary of the
United States Civil Service Board of Examiners
Jenny Lind’s Grave in Malvern England
Swedish nightingale Jenny Lind is buried in Malvern England. The note confirms her final resting place and commemorates the famed singer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jenny Lind
Nightingale
Malvern
England
First Trust and Savings Bank Riverdale Illinois Report
Official bank condition report for First Trust and Savings Bank of Riverdale Illinois as of June 30 1937. Shows assets liabilities capital accounts deposits and pledged security details with officer attestation by Cashier Frank Stewart and notary La Verne Engel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Trust and Savings Bank of
Riverdale Riverdale, Ill
LA Verne Engel
the First Trust and Savings Bank OF Riverdale
First National Bank in Dolton Illinois June 30 1987 Call
Bank financial statement lists assets totaling 1 045 204.48 and total liabilities of 627 736.88 with deposits of 542 221.53 and capital accounts including 50 000 in common stock and 10 000 in surplus. Cashier William Staat swears to accuracy in Cook County Illinois.
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Illinois
State of
County of
Cook
William Staat
Lorene E. Waddell
Harvey Federal S&L reports record assets and mortgage growth
The Harvey Federal Savings and Loan Association posts a 1,501,764.87 asset total in its fifty third semiannual statement. President W L Voss notes unusually active lending, with 275,431.35 funded on first mortgages since January 1st, a record for over twenty six years. Mortgages rise to 464 properties from 391, while shareholder funds grow from 1,009,601 to 1,192,087.
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Harvey Federal Savings and Loan Association
W. L. Voss
Jrt
Harvey
First Plows Made From Crooked Tree Branches
The first farm plows were crafted from crooked tree branches and operated by human labor.
Watches Once Small Clocks Worn From Girdle
The article notes that watches began as compact clocks worn attached to the girdle since they could not fit in a pocket. It explains the evolution from small clocks to wearable timepieces.
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Harrington Roberts
Civil Service Examinations
Auditor of Public Accounts
Grand Total Resources
State of of
Frank Stewart
Geo, Tuch
Wohn Harms, JR
Michael
Michigan Avenue
the First National Bank IN
Dolton
Federal Reserve Bank
M. Robert Weidner
Herman J Anders
J. W. Malloy
Quinn
Lincoln Avenue
Fray’s
Riverdale
Pederal Resek - System
A. W. Hamann
Roseland
Chicago
Anthony Basile Plumbing
Dalton
Chicago Street
Sey
Central Garage
Pohlers & Stahnke
Props
Washington Ave
Jacobsma
Lincoln Ave
Carl Dieck
Coal and
Free A. M. Dykstra
State St
Pullman
Acme Coal CO
Riverdale, Illinois
Commodore
Acme
Tion
Twin City Garage
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