03 Jun 1902
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Newspaper
The Joliet Daily Republican
Location
Joliet, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1902
Page
1
A severe cloudburst in Joliet floods streets and devastates industries injuring three and damaging rail lines and factories. Mayor Barr moved to form a relief committee while police and fire departments aid the displaced and houseless families seeking aid from the city.
Professor Muhlig identifies a cloudburst as the cause after nearly 4.5 inches of rain fell overnight, with 3 inches in two hours. The flood damaged bridges, tracks, yards, mills, and homes in Joliet and surrounding areas, flooding basements and streets, and washing away infrastructure along Hickory and Spring creeks.
Floodwaters swept the German Lutheran cemetery west of Oakwood near the Red Mill washing away graves and crosses. Officials fear many empty graves will be found as waters recede and debris is cleared along the Pallpoad tracks.
Police warn residents in Sixth and Seventh wards as flood dangers loom along rising creek. Alarm 38 spreads by police wagon and patrols after rapid crested water levels prompt swift action and telephone reports to the station.
Fragmentary text describes a shopper or observer noting discomfort with a clerk and a vow not to return to the store. Vague remarks imply resentment toward perceived sales pressure and an intention to avoid the establishment in the future.
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