All New Slang Terms Blamed On Past Prohibition Years
Joliet readers hear that prohibition reshaped slang, expanding terms for drinking spots and drinks. The piece notes youth use of words like joint and dynamite, and how saloon is taboo while venues are labeled grills cafes or Mike's. It cites Chief Fornango on language shifts and youth attitudes.
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Nicholas Fornango
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Providence Alumnae Dance Presents Cinderella Party
The Providence Alumnae announce their annual Cinderella themed dance Monday night at the Country Club. Miss Lucille Schwab chairs the committee with Miss Violette MacDonald, Miss Loretta O’Leary, Miss Catherine Dillon and Miss Evelyn Cheesman handling publicity invitations music and programs. The event will feature a Cinderella winner awarded silver slippers after the escorted dance.
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Providence
Country Club
Cinderella
Lucille Schwab
Violette MacDonald
Loretta O’leary
Catherine Dillon
Evelyn Cheesman
Letters From Our Readers Reflect Pension Debates And Jobs
A collection of letters voices veterans concerns about pensions and government policy, praises F D Roosevelt, and urges regulars to support him. Readers discuss economic cycles, optimism, gender employment fairness, and the role of education in Joliet for women and married workers.
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