14 Mar 1908
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Newspaper
The Joliet Daily Republican
Location
Joliet, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1908
Page
1
A suspected organized gang robbed Cracraft's clothing store, Steinhart & Whitmore hardware, Hughes and Powers saloons on Water Street. They took revolvers, watches, clothing, money and other small articles totaling several hundred dollars. Entrance was through rear windows and three suspicious men were seen earlier, but no arrests or complete lists were obtained.
The March term criminal calendar awaits trial as Judge Marshall may delay hearings to midweek. Top cases include Charles Bregori for larceny and John Bailey for criminal assault, with Peter Klobacher and Henry Feil among others slated. Several cases, including Hulshizer and Ward, appear unlikely to be called.
An injunction secures an order to block a water course on Lockport land. Plaintiff Meader claims Joseph Sandeen obstructed the natural stream crossing Main Street and flowing to the canal, draining Meader's property and threatening drain connections. sheriff's representatives served papers as the case progressed.
The Elgin Courier links Colonel Copley head of the Western United Gas and Electric Co to Collier's Hopkins articles, alleging the gas trust fed false charges to discredit Illinois judiciary. It argues Copley seeks a friendly judiciary and state attorney through influence and political ambition.
Chicago settlement worker Allen Burns told Joliet Federated clubs that understanding class habits is key to helping families. He cited a Chicago club using printing to engage a boy from the street and noted playgrounds turning yards into safe play spaces for hundreds of children, reducing attraction to saloons and dance halls.
Settlement workers in Joliet have progressed in their efforts after a brief closure due to funding. The Joliet settlement house resumed sewing and cooking classes, with strong attendance and ongoing support from local clubs, churches, and societies. Miss Shepard of the Conservatory sang with Miss Parks at the event, and light refreshments were served.
The Northeastern Illinois Bankers Association Group No 4 opened its second annual meeting at the Joliet Commercial Club with 100 delegates. D R Burke welcomed out of town guests on behalf of the city, and R C Wilson of Chicago spoke for visiting bankers as H E Otte summarized the year’s dishonest practices and urged action. Secretary George Woodruff and Treasurer W T Bruckner reported growth and finances, followed by an informal discussion and a committee named to nominate officers for the coming year.
Witnesses say Butch Floyd attacked E A Billings in front of Merk's loon at the corner of Washington and oli Streets. Floyd delivered knockout punches before fleeing. Billings is reported missing as Floyd remains at large, with authorities and witnesses unable to determine a motive.
Sharp shooters club directors vote to sell four acres of valuable property in the western city part of the grounds. H F Piepenbrink to arrange sale with committee members Sebastian Lagger Fred Beuttenmuller Anton Wagner and Dovemen will. The club organized Feb 21 1867 under charter by Frederick Seyring C O Braun Prerick Beuttenmuller Joseph Bra Ferdinand Pasold. Joseph Braun sole survivor.
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