29 Jun 1904
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Newspaper
The Joliet Daily Republican
Location
Joliet, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1904
Page
1
An oratorical exhortation urges action and unity among men of thought and action. A dawning light, rising warmth, and turning tide are celebrated as the right challenges the long held wrong. Citizens are urged to aid the coming era and clear a path for progress.
The Joliet weather summary calls for likely showers this afternoon and tonight. The day warmed to 75 with a low around 62 in the past twenty four hours.
Judge Haven ordered the appraisal of the review board appointing Louis Lagger and George J. Arbeiter as members with Fred Wilke as chairman. Lagger is the Republican member succeeding John C. Lang and Arbeiter the Democratic member. The Sprinz Creek Drainage District hearing was scheduled for Monday July 18 at 9 a.m. in circuit court. Ernst Schubbe sued Joseph Ray sheriff replevin. Anton Nemanich vs John Tomec assumpsit. Judgment for 193.75 against the Will County Bank and Anton Tezak garnishment.
The Quincy Whig argues big companies profit from convict labor and urge courts to overturn a new statute intended to end the system. It calls for bold state action to cancel existing contracts and shut prison factories, praising Illinois leaders for pursuing an heroic corrective.
Dick Roland, head carpenter, led ten men on a Sunday fishing trip to Romeo's Higinbotham preserves. Boss funded tackle and a large feed. crew returned with wild tales of muskies and sturgeon in the Romeo pool.
A Joliet pageant of weddings as twelve couples united in ceremonies led by Dean Dunne or Rev McNamee at St Patrick’s and other churches. Brides wore varied gowns with orchids, pineapple fibre dress noted. couples depart for weddings tours and set homes across Joliet and Chicago.
Joliet attracts multiple new firms including Taylor Corn Husker Co with a $200000 capital and Gerharz Piano Works as a $50000 concern. The National Fire Proof Paint Co expands on Manning avenue and will begin production after installing machinery. Local capital backs these developments amid talks of a ship canal and broader growth.
The ill fated Desplaines river boat carrying Harry Jacoby, Harry Brooker, and John Bloom was found near Fogarty bridge six miles south of Joliet. The front air chamber was full of water, a seat lay beneath it, and a frog spear, another seat, and an oar were recovered downstream. Investigators doubt the drowning, considering heat and shallow water may bring bodies to surface in hours.
Mayor Crolius this morning named Henry Weber Jno F Bray and Tros Riley as citizen members of a six person committee to inspect erosion along the drainage channel north of the city. The first meeting is Saturday at 10 30 am with a bus trip to the works. Aldermen Nicholson Moran and Keith will serve as council representatives.
Rumors whirl of a possible temporary shutdown at the Illinois Steel company with a history of short summer closings for repairs. The latest note mentions last Saturday’s red mill closure fueling talk, but officials offer no firm evidence of a full or extended halt. July patterns and annual maintenance remain a possibility. Ten minutes to Rock Run Park on July 4 with six trains out and five back. Round trip 25 cents. admission included. C. O. Hasey, local agent.
Community members in Mary’s Parish plan a grand Fourth of July picnic at Shooting Park. The event promises a large turnout with food stalls, games, and family activities for residents.
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