07 Mar 1914
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Newspaper
The Joliet News
Location
Joliet, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1914
Page
1
A Joliet reminiscence recalls the old horse racing era and the vanished Joliet track. The piece notes gamblers, bandits, and the decline of honest racing as progress transformed society and lawmen cracked down. Names are omitted. the narrative emphasizes change and memory.
Unofficial reports suggest Michigan Central plans to join the Union depot, with rental disputes easing. A broader push envisions trans continental service Joliet to New York, connecting California trains eastward. A new ten-stall concrete roundhouse is also planned to replace the old six stall facility, centralizing maintenance for the region.
Judge Charles H. Bowles of Chicago Heights will preside in Joliet for the trial of Charles Aedukis charged with fatally chopping Alex Tamauskis in December. Affidavits seek venue changes. Bowles will also travel to Ottawa for Appellate Court sessions. The case against Geppert, editor of Musical Courier, pending after a 1 year old conspiracy conviction, will be argued. Kraft’s fate remains unresolved without a court demand for trial, tied to third-term scheduling.
F. C. Grannis reports that R. E. Hieronymus head of Urbana based community advisor will travel to Will county next month. He will visit Wheatland to plan centralized schools and spend a day in Lockport to advance the social center move. Hieronymus a state official aims to boost school use and aid local problem solving with state backed social reform efforts.
Excavation began at West Park for a boiler room as the city prepares a new greenhouse to rise by next spring. City councilors, already unified in favor, consider adopting Monninger & Co. plans for an 80 by 28 foot steel and concrete structure at a cost of about 2000 dollars with foundation by the city.
Washington March reports that President Wilson denied rumors that his daughter Eleanor Wilson was engaged to Secretary McAdoo. The denial came as officials refused to comment on the circulating speculation.
Plans move quickly for United Fashion Week with two committees completing a propaganda drive. Aiming for synchronized window displays and a citywide light signal, the campaign will feature upcoming fashion visuals including living store models and ad plates ready for distribution.
A planned judgment of 85 000 against the city in favor of Robert T. Kelly was postponed after proof was deemed necessary. The case to place the city in better financial condition involves issuing 100 000 in serial bonds, with a refer endum vote by the public.
A Vermont Senator Foot introduced in the senate a petition to confiscate Confederate lands for Federal soldiers. General Latta Anna, former dictator of Mexico, was banished by General Bazain e, commander of the Franco Mexican army. Twenty five Years Ago Today a decree exile against the Duc d Aumale was rescinded by the French cabinet.
A political shift emerges as blanks are issued for a new ticket amid party tensions. Business leaders and working men express frustration over methods blamed for the county’s recent loss, signaling a reevaluation of local strategy and leadership.
About 20 nominating petitions were issued in the last two days for the town primary set for next week. Chairman Finney of the non partisan forces said a complete ticket will be named and petitions filed by 6 p.m. Tuesday. The movement aims to end partisan tickets and adopt a commission form of city government, with business leaders backing the plan. The county hospital issue may reappear as labor supports moving it forward.
Anton Kirincic secretary at Joliet Slovenic Bottling Co. died at 4 am at his home 120% Cora street aged 39. Funeral Monday 9:30 am at St Marys Croatian church with burial in St Marys cemetery. He was a founder of St Marys Croatian church and active in St Nicholas Croatian lodge and Western Catholic Union. Survived by widow and five children.
This morning Mrs J E B Sullivan said she would defer her candidacy for the present but stood ready to make a few speeches for Morrison if called upon to do so.
Chief of Police Michels and State's Attorney Tyers of Aurora, who had traveled to Joliet yesterday morning and disappeared, returned early today by train from Peoria. Their sudden appearance, along with inquiries about Peoria trains, suggests a link to the Hollander murder investigation.
Plainfield mourns Lewis Mottinger longtime Will county official and businessman who died at 61 after a year's illness. He served as deputy sheriff, county clerk for 12 years, and township treasurer for 21 years, and was active in fraternal circles and local politics.
City awakes to reports that the plantation manager faces life danger amid rising tensions. Residents and associates await official updates as authorities investigate threats tied to ongoing operations and local unrest.
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