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Newspaper
The Spectator
Location
Joliet, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1932
Page
2
Joliet scraps of chatter spread through the city about a fireman mischief, couples tying knots in Illinois, WKBB announcer Reginald Martin, Len Kochevar’s new roadster, and Al Baskin’s fashion at Easter. Names like Pat Flannigan, Angeline Egizio, Mary Frances McHugh, Dorothy Raddatz appear alongside shop folk and a Minneapolis bank robber removing a hat marked by Al Baskin.
Edwin S. Goltry, 32, Downers Grove attorney and Iowan native, seeks the Republican seat from Illinois 11th District. His platform calls for modification of prohibition laws and tax reduction, backed by pro progressive views and service in the 33rd Division in France. He is an American Legion member and member of the Illinois Bar Association and Delta Theta Phi.
The Rialto theater will run a special pricing for Hollywood Scandals with an early bird hour from 1 to 2 30 pm at 40 cents. From 2 30 to 6 pm tickets are 50 cents, and after 6 pm the standard Sunday price of 65 cents applies.
Supporters of Michael L. Igoe Democratic candidate for governor will rally at the Orpheum theater Saturday night beginning at 8 o'clock. Speakers include Scott Lucas Truman A Snell T B McGrath Jr Thomas O Connor Emmett McGuire and Dr Francis LaPiana with Francis Bran handling Joliet Will County campaign work.
Dr. Lendus B. Brannon of Manhattan campaigns for the Democratic coroner nomination in Will County. A physician with roots in Joliet and Manhattan, he cites medical qualifications and promises impartial investigations, courthouse placement, and advocacy for victims' families. Election day is Tuesday April 12.
The report notes Oscar Carlstrom leading Republicans in the governor straw poll with 691 votes and Henry Horner headlining Democrats with 721. Incumbents Le Hjalmar L. and E. A. Kingston dominate their party races for governor and coroner respectively, with Loughran and O'Neil leading Democratic slates in their contests.
Willie is measured for a made to order suit when the tailor asks about padded shoulders. Willie replies to pad the pants instead, delivering a humorous quip about suit adjustments.
The Joliet Child Study group will gather Monday at the public library at 2:30 PM with Mrs. W. M. McDowall as chair. Mrs. Herbert Willard will lead the discussion on Obedience and Punishment.
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