Closing exercises cap high grade in theatre show
The high grade closing exercises were staged at the theatre last evening and witnessed by an audience occupying every seat.
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Newspaper
The Joliet Daily Republican
Location
Joliet, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1909
Page
1
Joliet Eight Grade Exercises Highlight Education Talk
The Joliet public schools Eight grade closing at Joliet theatre drew packed crowds as Dr Charles W Caldwell spoke on What is Worth While in Education. He stressed education as essential, success beyond money, and urged continued study while noting rest of ceremonies and later high school finale.
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Joliet
Joliet Theatre
H. L. Willett
University of Chicago
Bu Ilness
Charles W. Caldwell
Caldwell
C. M. Brown
Keng Bert Lentz
Ralph Perry
Calumet Drainage Canal Favored by Engineers
Engineers of the Chicago sanitary district back immediate construction of a Calumet River drainage canal to divert flow into the current drainage canal. Project cost about $6,000,000. expected to move 2,000 cubic feet per second from Lake Michigan and serve sewerage and drainage for twenty years.
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CaluMet
Lake Michigan
Pitiful case of teen girl in Charlotte Burdick custody hearing
Charlotte Burdick a dependent child about fifteen appeared before Judge Cow ing. After hours of examination the court took the matter under advisement. Authorities seek placement in a home for dependent children. The girl is said to be daughter of Robert Allison Burdick. Minnie, his wife, left him and sued for divorce alleging cruel treatment and failure to support. The family has lived in squallid quarters on Railroad street beyond the city limits. The girl has had little schooling due to her mother's opposition to education.
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Charlotte Burdick
Robert Allison Burdick
Minnie
Burdick
Railroad Street
Erick
the Republican
Charles Jackson
Joliet
Alexander Lewis
Alleged Boy Bandit Charged With Will County Holdups
Frank Holland faces multiple charges in Will County for a series of robberies and attempted robberies. Court records indicate the suspect admitted involvement during investigation and awaits further legal proceedings.
Youthful bandit Holland faces trial for robbery and holdups
Frank Holland, alleged teen desperado, charged with holding up John Offerman on the Troy road for $3. A masked bicycle robber, age claimed as eighteen, appeared nonchalant in court and tobacco chewing. Prospective jurors selected. defense to challenge a confession as obtained by intimidation.
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Frank Holland
Holland
Cars Coast Through Te Trestle
Phrase fragments describe Cass Street conductors pulling trolley cars to pass the new high line. momentum carries them through as cars coast along the trestle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cass Street
Behearn
Lewis Seeks Sweep in Investigation of Prisoner Treatment
Police overstep bounds the defense alleges as a prisoner is maltreated to obtain a confession prompting a broader inquiry. The report notes calls from Lewis for a comprehensive probe into the conduct by officers involved.
Cap and Gown Add Dignity in Class Day Imagery
Seniors in class day program make a pleasing impression. Burnt orange contrasts with the somber black gowns.
Crossing Is a Bad One General Manager
Blackhall criticizes the crossing incident calling it a bad one and urging managerial accountability. He voices concern over safety and decision making within the organization.
Colored burglary charge sparks court of the term
Fragmentary report shows Edward Thomas charged with burglary and a color tone note about court lucks. The text mentions requests to railroad officials and attempts to control train movements from McMasters down, with unclear details of outcome or proceedings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward Thomas
Crossing risks at trestle prompt calls for alarms
Officials warn of danger at the Cass Street trestle crossing where street cars must coast under the trolley wire. Flagmen and trains under control are urged to prevent accidents as engineers adapt to the new crossing conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Street Railway
Blackhall
Pythian Memorial Observances Planned in Joliet
Joliet Pythian lodges set Sunday morning grave decorations for deceased members and hold memorial ceremonies in Castle hall with addresses by Rev. M. L. Wickman and Rev. De C. M. Brown. A musical program is prepared by the arrangements committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pythian Lodges
Joliet
Upper Castle Hall
M. L. Wickman
Irving Street
M. E
de C. M. Brown
First Presbyterian Church
Hunters May Fire Squirrels in June Despite Law
Dr. E. H. Werner reports a communication from State Game Commissioner John A. Wheeler granting June squirrel shoots. The department permits hunting for squirrels this month though new law protects them until July. Werner notes few squirrels in the county and comments on the agency’s stance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. H. Werner
John A. Wheeler
Game Department
Dr. Werner
Smuggler Ise Jouet For Station From Mexico
Federal agents intercepted a smuggling attempt involving a person from Mexico trying to bring a toy into a station by road. The case involved law enforcement at the border and ongoing procedures.
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Ise Jouet
Smuggling Ring Exposed In Chicago Chinaman Case
Cook testifies about smuggling on the Rock Island line. Witnesses describe Celestials hidden in dining cars and moved to Chicago by magnates. A El Paso merchant and two Mexicans face trial. three white men pleaded guilty pending sentence. a Rock Island cook testified about a $50 per Chinaman deal. The confession came after a poker loss led to exposure.
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Chicago
Rock Island Road
JoHet
Ico
el Paso
Tex
Landis
Albert Hampton
Rock Island
Union Depot for Joliet Elevation Committee Meeting
Rail engineers officials and the mayor with aldermen convene in Joliet to discuss elevating Union Depot. Commercial Club hosts the meeting as plans move forward on track improvements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commercial Club
Union Depot Talks Spark City Banquet Plan for Harmony
A Commercial Club gathering was set for next Wednesday to unite railroad engineers officials the mayor and aldermen to discuss a single central depot amid reports of discord among Rock Island Michigan Central and others. A noted plan involves a new depot at Manning Avenue replacing existing facilities and easing passenger traffic.
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Rock Island
Michigan Central Roads
Manning Avenue
Jfaternay
Mississipp Avenue
Michigan Central
R._ Barr
J. ©.Barrett
RB. Mount
L. F. Beach
Wheel Loss Spooks Wagon Runaway on Hickory Street
A wheel on the delivery wagon at the French Steam Dye house on Hickory street near Exchange Street caused a scare when the horse bolted and ran a short distance before being stopped by bystanders. No injuries were reported.
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Hickory Street
Exch
Petition for sewer water and pavement improvements filed
A petition filed with the county clerk seeks a sewer system along Akin Henry and Hobbs avenues. It also requests a water line on Whitley avenue and pavement on Hunter avenue.
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Hobbs Avenues
Ing
Whitley Avenue
Hunter Avenue
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