14 Jul 1908
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Newspaper
The Joliet Daily Republican
Location
Joliet, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1908
Page
1
Laidlaw Dunne Gordon Co. seeks quick action on a combined pump and compressor at the water works. Aldermen debate paying a $50 valve-change charge after two years of delays and test results, amid questions of missteps in the water department and cost concerns.
Firefighters battled a blaze that destroyed a barn occupied by George Geigrich at 109 Second Avenue late yesterday afternoon. The home of Mrs. Clara Flack adjoins, with heat scorching paint and threatening nearby structures. Origin undetermined. insurance covers the loss.
The Joliet school board held a heated yet peaceful session approving twelve new teaching certificates, naming Curry as Manual Training instructor, retaining janitors, and hiring E. R. Potter as engineer for Scott and Van Buren schools. Minor improvements, coal and supply bids, a large electric fan, and a full review of school repairs were approved with plans to begin before the new term.
He pledged that the several matters will be considered during the present week and, if feasible, a final report would be submitted next Monday night.
Matthew Connors of the Detective bureau was severely hurt alighting from a car near his Brooklyn home. He sprained his left ankle and will be confined to his home for a fortnight. The Dellwood band has a special German night Tuesday evening.
Anton Klodovic a Chicago street saloonist refused a counterfeit five dollar bill from Steve Revertz who had bought drinks for himself and Matt Phelan. A fight followed and Officers Stefanich and Riley arrested them at Klodovic's, with a hearing set before Judge Goodspeed. The note was a stock certificate from Salem & Memphis railroad to Shelby county Tennessee amid the Panic of 1873.
Mayor John R. Cronin resumed office in Joliet this morning after a trip to Denver where he praised civic hospitality and praised the city’s cleanliness. He predicts Bryan will win the nomination and plans to address Joliet business backlog with department heads.
Sam Price of Lockport was taken into custody last night by Deputy Sheriff Kelly of the Dellwood police. Price was wanted for having assaulted several street car men at Dellwood on Saturday night. He will face trial before Justice Goodspeed on Friday morning. Woodman Drill team at Dellwood tonight.
The Austrian consul in Chicago may travel to Joliet to settle ownership of a letter entitling large European land interests. Mrs Agnes Kozbek of Joliet claimed the letter found at the Chicago consulate, but her cousin George Kozbek took it claiming it was his. Local police cannot resolve the fight, prompting possible consul involvement in Joliet.
Thomas Clark, a well known First ward resident, is brought to police court on a complaint by Mrs. Mary Ickes of North Collins street accusing him of scratching and biting her after an exchange of vile names. The case is continued until next Friday by order of Judge Goodspeed. Woodman Drill team at Dellwood tonight.
Chicago and Alton Railroad must hire a night watchman at the Washington street crossing after a city council vote. Alderman King cited dangerous conditions and multiple engine movements observed near the yards, prompting action and notice to the railroad committee.
The city experiences a cool front with showers and storms today and cooler conditions through Wednesday. Yesterday’s heat peaked near one hundred, but a 0.45 inch rainfall and notables relief arrived early this morning, with forecasts calling for more pleasant weather for the next three days.
A crowd defying heat gathered at Riley's hall on Van Buren street to hear John P McGoorty, Chicago State Representative and Democratic gubernatorial candidate, outline policies and discuss politics including the Denver national platform, with Mayor John R Cronin presiding.
Bert McAuley of Kendall county refused to swear out a complaint against George Engersoll after being paid for the corn stolen from his granary Saturday night. Engersoll thereby avoids a criminal charge.
A dialogue fragment shows a passenger asking where the car leaves this street while a conductor mentions not changing the locations of the thoroughfares, indicating a halted or unclear instruction.
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