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Newspaper
The Spectator
Location
Joliet, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1958
Page
16
A Joliet reader thanks the newspaper for its March 31 public housing series. Mrs. Merle W. Huntington commends the focus on neighborhood improvement and replacing slum areas with attractive housing projects.
A Joliet voter urges in person meetings with Harris Fawell the Republican candidate for state senator from the 41st district praising his character and willingness to give time to meet voters and discuss the campaign.
An interested citizen urges that age be included in every candidate's public story. The note highlights Fowell as a 30 year old who has held at least six public appearances daily since mid January, arguing age is an important factor in evaluating a state senate hopeful.
The notice urges voters to return Francis J. Loughran to the legislature, praising his long service for workers, unions, small business, and sportsmen. It claims he faces only a political unknown from eastern Will County and asserts he should win easily.
A local Springfield group lists Warren Wood Louis Bottino and Francis Loughran as key team members. Lifelong Democrats support their cause and campaign efforts.
An Joliet letter attacks a nonpolice background for sheriff and urges voting for Roy C. Doerfler for county treasurer and Gilbert A. Knater for sheriff. It questions Ted Blair’s support for Carl Meyer and promotes police experience as essential for the post.
Joliet March 1958 Mackay writes to Republican voters urging participation in the April 8 primary. He emphasizes unity and strong GOP turnout to back Doerfler and Enater in the campaign.
In the March 31 primary Will County voters face a sheriff race. The piece endorses Gilbert Knater as the most experienced and qualified candidate, highlighting his long career in Illinois law enforcement since 1929, including roles from state patrolman to sheriff deputy and lieutenant, and his deep familiarity with Will County. It urges support for Knater on the Republican ticket.
A public campaign piece labels Mr Knater as a lawman who will enforce gambling and vice laws, accusing opponents of gutter tactics. It highlights supporters, signs, and voter action on April 8 to elect a sheriff who embodies police standards.
In Joliet on April 1 supporters rally for Harris Fcone for 41st state senate. The district covers Will and DuPage counties and has grown rapidly, demanding a hardworking intelligent candidate aware of broad legislative issues.
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