Publisher Hugh Walter Dies After Illness in Oak Park
Major Hugh Marion Walter longtime Oak Park publisher of Oak Parker River Forester and Forest Parker died May 19 1938 after a brief illness at West Suburban Hospital His home was 715 Columbian Ave He led Community Newspapers Inc and expanded papers into Glen Ellyn Melrose Park and Bellwood His survivors include wife Loretta Walpole Walter son Hugh Jr 17 and daughter Loretta 6 Funeral services were held at Postlewaite chapel in Lake Street on Monday afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fordson and Oliver
Dyer Supply Co
Dyer
Ind
Hugh Marion Walter
Oak Park
Oak ‘Parker
Forest Parker and
River Forester
F West Suburban Hospital
South Boulevard
Kenilworth Avenue
Columbian Avenue
Oak Ark
Walter
Loonis & Nickless
Oak Parker and
Regal Press
Community Newspapers, Inc
Forest Parker
Glen Ellyn
Melrose Park
Bellwood
Loretta Walpole Walter
Hugh, Jr
Loretta
Roseele
Postlewaite
Lake Street
Get a Long Little Doggie Reference in Camp Morning Tale
A hillbilly child watches a tourist camp showman grooming himself with comb, brush, toothbrush, nail file and broom. The child quips asking if the man is always that much trouble to himself as his mother recalls a radio line about a little dog.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jenny
American Legion Pinochle Night and Upcoming Meetings
The American Legion hosts a final pinochle party of the year with refreshments music and a cash drawing. Last Friday's $3 prize went unclaimed by Mrs. J Radtke. other prizewinners are listed. Comrade Powell’s wife is in County hospital and Comrade Peddler grieves his father’s death. Carnival committee meets June 8 and the Post on June 14. officer nominations for 1939 on June 28. Memorial Day observances occurred despite rain with Speaker Tom Davey. District dance and cabaret at Midlothian Post on June 4. Drill meeting Thursday night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Radtke
J. Meyer
Frankie Albrecht
F. Roush
E. Peacock
Jennie O’connor
Ray Baumgartner
Anna Beck
L. J. Albrecht
Mrs. V. Wiebke
Powell
Russell Peddler
Paul Gall Post
Tom Davey
Midlothian Post Club Rooms
Death of Rev. P. J. Hennessey Pastor of Ascension Church
Father P J Hennessey longtime Joliet and Harvey pastor died in Mayo Brothers hospital Rochester Minnesota after surgery performed on his birthday He was sixty three years old and had served in Joliet Elmhurst Braidwood and Harvey since 1921 Parishioners and relatives mourn his passing with plans for Requiem Mass and a solemn funeral in Harvey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. J. Hennessey
Ascension Catholic Church
Harvey
Mayo Brothers
Elmhurst
Braidwood
Father Hennessey
Rochester
Make Your Job Interesting This Month
If daily work fails to give you satisfaction, you are not engaged with the task. Try a month showing genuine interest in business problems and solutions. You will notice a changed outlook and greater satisfaction as you learn to make your job more engaging.
Dalton Man Celebrates Daughter's Marriage
A Dalton resident shared in the joy as his daughter married, joining families and friends in a celebratory ceremony filled with happiness and pride for the couple and their new life together.
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Dalton
Legion Auxiliary to Elect Officers on June 9
Legion Auxiliary plans its regular meeting on Thursday June 9 with nominations and election of officers for the ensuing year. Members are urged to attend and participate. Fidac program prepared by Mrs. Albrecht. Refreshments served. Eighth District meeting in Lemont on June 7 at 8 p m includes nomination and election of officers.
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Fidae
Albrecht
Lemont
South Holland Board Handles Drainage and Zoning Matters
The South Holland Board discussed drainage issues along Perry Ave and ordered a joint investigation with the drainage committee and Engineer Rathbun. They appointed John J. Van Der Aa to the zoning commission and listed other appointees. Actions included passing the solicitors and peddlers ordinance, addressing Cole Village court date, reviewing building permit rules, renewing yearly licenses, inspecting sanitary conditions at 154th St and Woodlawn Ave, addressing impassable sidewalks on Indiana Ave, and planning additional street lights with Public Service Co. of Northern Illinois.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Commerce Commission
Robertson Subdivision
Perry Ave
147Th
149Th
Rathbun
John J. van DerAa
Zoning Commission
Gouwens
John G. Voss
Art van Buren
Arnold Dalenberg
Wm. A. DeYoung
Peter Rinkema
Claude Madden
Clarence Dalenberg
A. R. Tilstra
J. J. van der Aa
Fischer
Ruitar
Piel
Cole Village
Police Department
154Th St
Woodlawn Ave
Indiana Ave
149Th Sts
Indiana Ave. Highlands
Tilstra
Committee of Finance
Dreamland
van Buren Bros
Hatfield
Public Service Co
Northern Illinois
Riverdale Yanks idle by for holidays and win at Riverdale Park
The Riverdale Yanks had a holiday idle due to a forfeited Sunday game and a rained out Memorial Day contest at Riverdale Park. On Sunday May 22 they defeated Rosemoor at Riverdale Park with Whitey Schaaf delivering a key RBI single in the late inning while Hack Marcus and Dave Kasha composed the rally sequence.
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Riverdale
Hack Marcus
Dave Kasha
Dave
Red” Miller
Russell Brothers Big 3 Ring Circus at Blue Island
The Russell Brothers Big 3 Ring circus and Wild Animal menagerie will exhibit at Blue Island on Monday June 6 after noon and night at Ryan's athletic field. The show, highly popular nationwide, promises an entertaining performance of the highest quality at surprisingly moderate prices with an all-new program of stellar feats and innovations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russell Brothers
Blue Island
Ryan’s Athletic Field
America
Russell
Pinch Hitter Delivers Walkoff Win for New York
In a dramatic pinch hitting sequence, a quick relay by the second baseman turned a potential be home throw into two runs. The Yankees secured their second straight win as Puff Hammermeister pitched all game, limiting Rosemder to six hits. If you missed the Sunday game, catch the next show at Riverdale Park at 3 p.m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phil Schneider
Yanks
Puff
Hammermeister
Rosemder
Riverdale Park
Dolton Merchants Win First League Game
The Dolton Merchants defeated Roseland's Two Legs 5 to 0 at Dolton Park. Clarence Fike pitched a shutout to earn the win as Dolton improves to two losses and one win in league play and six and three for the season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dolton Merchants
Dolton Park
Ira Hastings
Edward Brookfelt
Roseland
Clarence Fike
Clarence
Merchants
Local Teams Win in 111th Street YMCA Softball League
In the 111th Street YMCA industrial league, Acme Steel edged Chicago and Riverdale Lumber 1 0. Chicago and Riverdale beat Columbia Mills 6 1 on Tuesday night. Lumbermen clash Federal Electric Monday June 6 at Dalton or Riverdale Park, then play People's Store Friday at Palmer Park.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
111Th Street
Acme Steel
Chicago and Riverdale Lumber Co
Chicago
Riverdale
Columbia Mills
Lumbermn
Federal Electric
Dalton
Rirrdale Park
People’s Store
Palmer Park
Girls Sent Home Over Scarlet Fever Fear
Citizens report girls sent home due to red cheeks and suspected scarlet fever outbreak in the community. health officials urge calm and await confirmation from medical authorities.
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Lincoln Ave
Emil Verhoeven
I. C
Dolon
Albert H -Harms
Dolton
Hamilton Piano Co
Pullman
Baby
Harms Bros
Phone Dolton
Dyer, Ind
Singer Sewing Machine Co
South
Michigan Avenue
Holland, Mich
Commercial Ave
Ill
J. C. Bierma
Mgr
Bloom Electric Service
Broadway
Carl Blomquist
Engle Street
John Wiersia
Kedzie Ave
Evergreen Park
Hoover Vacuum Cleaner
Hemlock
Kroll
Zeephat & Sullens
Wood St
M. Schneckel
155Th
Cottage Grove Avenue
Monroe Street
Chicago Street
American Legion
Harvey Priest
Legion Auxiliary
South Holland Board
Harvey A. C
Bachmann Funeral Home
East
Harvey Federal Savings and Loan Association
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