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Newspaper
Spring Valley Gazette
Location
Spring Valley, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1923
Page
5
The largest eighth grade class in Cherry history, 32 graduates, 18 girls and 14 boys, received diplomas from County Superintendent George C. Smith. A student program followed with songs, plays, dances, and solos performed by pupils from all rooms, in front of about five hundred attendees.
The piece extols Colorado as vast and varied with mountains lakes rivers and springs. It promotes travel by the Burlington luxurious limited offering year round access and easy routes to the Pacific Coast with flexible return options.
Foreign entrants, after three straight losses, race to regain glory at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway on Decoration Day, May 30. The article notes Europe’s past wins from 1913 to 1919 and shows Jules Goux inspecting his Schmidt Special as others refine their cars for the 600 mile event.
An old proverb warns that hesitation while crossing streets can lead to danger. It contrasts with a witty remark about how girls understand needles, noting they must change it after each record.
Ferris Malias, 55, of Joliet was killed instantly when a car en route to Streator for a funeral overturned and ditched 12 miles east of Streator. Three others were injured and admitted to St Marys hospital. The party was traveling from South Wilmington to attend the funeral of Mrs Mushro, with the accident occurring on a dirt road with deep ruts.
A movement aims to reach more people with gospel teaching in towns and cities. Memorial Day will be recognized in the sermon with the theme The Call to Service. The May teachers' meeting is postponed two weeks for graduation events. The Missionary Society and allied groups plan an all day meeting at Peru this Thursday afternoon.
The Banner Bearer Class plans a social for June 8. Midweek prayer is Thursday at 7 30 p m. Sunday services include Sunday School 9 45 a m Morning Worship 11 00 a m Evening Service 7 30 p m. Sunday School marks Children’s Day on June 10.
Secretary of State Louis L. Emmerson reports 787 660 automobiles registered this year, beating all of 1922’s total 786 190 a month early. Fees total 8 118 469 compared with 7 861 211 last year. Delinquent driver arrests exceed 400 since March as enforcement tightens.
Beginning Saturday June 2 county officers in the Bureau County courthouse will close each afternoon during June July and August under a board resolution permitting half days in summer. A bill in the legislature would extend Saturday afternoon closings year round if enacted.
Despite cold weather 1200 fans watched Gilkerson's Union Giants win their fourth straight by defeating the Illinois Giants at Hicks Park. Williams produced key hitting and Turner stole home as the Giants posted a decisive victory in a game leading to upcoming road tour dates.
The Rutland Coal mine, closed two years ago, sold at a bankruptcy auction in Ottawa for 4200. J L Bane of Ottawa bought the property under court approval while liens remain. Ottawa residents plan 15000 to 20000 in improvements and operate the mine with several former Rutland miners buying stock.
Victory Notes matured May 20th cease to bear interest and holders should exchange them at once for U S Treasury Savings Certificates to continue earning interest for five more years. New certificates come in 25 100 and 1000 dollar denominations and may be registered in one or two names with survivor rights. They are payable to either person and may be cashed before maturity. Obtain complete exchange information at the Post Office.
A bill by John Robert Moore would let villages with under 500 residents receive the entire road and bridge tax collected within their limits. Current law splits the tax with township funds, but proponents say small villages cannot maintain streets without full access to the revenue. The measure argues that as the hard road program expands, townships will need less money for main highways, easing any hardship.
The forty acres for the National Plate Glass factory site near Ottawa has been cleared and ground breaking is expected soon. Excavation and concrete foundation contracts will be bid in about two weeks as plans and specs are distributed to major firms.
Peter Lenatto attended the Spring Valley baseball game Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Riva of Mark visited their daughter Mrs. Peter Nevicosi in Dalzell Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Peter Falletti and family were out of town Sunday. Miss Anna Nevicosi of Spring Valley visited Dalzell relatives Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Edwards of De Pue called on Mrs. Shaw Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Tonelli and family shopped in La Salle Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Brown of La Salle called on Dalzell residents Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Falletti were out of town Monday evening.
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