Opposition to Ingalls Park Fire District Move
A local opposition led by Laverne Hahney, a city school board member, works against creating a fire protection district in Ingalls Park. Judge Glen L. Cowing ordered the election to be held Saturday after a petition, with three polling sites at Oakview Washington, Peale Washington, and Park Washington. Heavy turnout expected as voters decide on establishing a firefighting district.
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Laverne Hahney
Glen L. Cowing
Oakview
Washington Streets
Peale
Washington
Park and
Letters From Readers Joliet Election Analysis
In Joliet a reader argues the Democratic ticket suffered a near sweeping defeat due to voter apathy and corruption concerns. The piece credits The Spectator with catalyzing a Republican trend since 1988 and suggests the election will confirm that shift two years from now.
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Joliet
Spectator
The Spectator Pressures Township Power with Publicity
The Spectator asserts it wields stronger influence in the township than any rival paper. It warns officeholders newly elevated by momentum that honesty and efficiency earn favorable coverage while failure will trigger vigorous efforts for political turnover.
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Ing Thomas
Spectator
Joliet Bus Terminal urged to ease traffic and improve patronage
A Joliet opinion piece argues for a new bus terminal near a fire station to reduce traffic hazards and provide better parking. It criticizes current drop off practices and emphasizes civic pride, safety with increased interurban service, and better relations between transit firms and riders.
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Joliet
Blue Bird
Chicago
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