Why Masaryk was not feted
Joliet in April 17 column argues Slovaks resent Masaryk, founder of Czechoslovakia, for denying Slovak rights after World War I. The writer says Joliet observances of Masaryk Day were absent and Slovaks reject honoring him due to his role in Czech Slovak disunity and alleged broken promises.
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Joliet
Janke
Masaryk
Thomas G. Masaryk
Czechoslovakia
Thomas G. Masaryk and Company
Wilson
T G. Masaryk
T. G. Masaryk
Fragmented Irish independence reference in Joliet Slovak community
Incoherent OCR fragment notes Slovaks in Joliet did not observe Masaryk or A W H way amid discussion of Irish independence and a prohibition on observing a related path.
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Joliet
Masaryk A.W
Reminder of Police In Action in Joliet
A reader complains that even after writing to Commissioner Meade and Chief Roe, no action is taken against drivers lacking city or state licenses. A car parked on Michigan Street near the depot is seen daily and nearly hit two pedestrians on Friday April 7 while driving on the sidewalk. Captain Metzger is said to refuse enforcement, and Overbey was dismissed for inefficiency.
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Overbey
Public safety panel set for Joliet May 3
Joliet and Will County civic clubs announce a public traffic safety panel titled Operation Safety at the American Legion hall on May 3. The organizers urge citizens to attend, engage in discussion, and commit to safer driving through personal responsibility and cooperation.
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Joliet
American Legion
Illinois Residents Rally Against Personal Tax
John A. Evans of Joliet calls on Illinoisans to unite against personal taxes urging abolition and a practical plan to curb what he describes as a growing and burdensome levy. He seeks organized protest and constitutional safeguards for future security.
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John A. Evans
Center Street
To the unsatisfied Joliet poem
A reflective verse by Anne Elizabeth Weyrich from Joliet speaks of life’s disappointments and faith, urging strength and hope. It notes that earthly happiness is fleeting and that trials will be blessed, ending with an exhortation to look up and persevere.
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Anne Elizabeth Weyrich
Blackman Avenue
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