Ministers express grief over Sheriff Overbey's death
The Will County Ministers Association and church leaders express sorrow at the death of Sheriff Ernest E. Overbey. They commend his law enforcement without fear or favor and urge the Board of Supervisors to appoint a successor who continues his policy, noting Mrs. Ernest Overbey as a loyal possible choice. Speaker Geo M. Albright urges strong future enforcement in Will County.
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Joliet
Fred Francis
Will County Board of Supervisors
Will County Ministers Association
Ernest E. Overbey
Will County
Board of Supervisors
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Ernie
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Ernie” Overbey
Geo. M. Albright
Sherman Street
Leading citizen backs Overbey for Will County sheriff
Joliet April 23 leading citizen says Overbey should be sheriff Ernest Overbey is urged by a prominent resident to succeed Sheriff Strnie in Will County. The note lauds Overbey's integrity and campaign promises amid the shock at the untimely death of the sheriff.
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Ernest Overbey
Law enforcement president urges Mrs Overbey for sheriff
Joliet April 23 Ernest E Overbey’s passing ends a career in Will County law enforcement marked by courage and dedication. The Laymen's League president urges the Will County Board of Supervisors to appoint Mrs Ernest E Overbey as sheriff to complete her husband’s work and reflect public wishes.
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Overbey
Will County Board of Supervisors
Ernest E. Overbey
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William H. Wilson
Sheriff Ernest Overbey Passes Away In Joliet
April 24 Joliet Will County mourns Sheriff Ernest F. Overbey a public servant who fought syndicate vice gambling and corruption. His death leaves a legacy of honesty and decency in a time when public officials are easy prey for unsavory elements.
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Lockport
Joliet
Ernest F. Overbey
Sheriff Overbey
Sheriff Overbey's Legacy Prompts Widow Hopeful for Will County Sheriff
The obituary lauds Sheriff Overbey for his steadfast stand against crime in Will County. It urges appointing his widow Rose to the sheriff post to continue his ideals and support their five children, claiming the widow would ensure continuity of righteousness and leadership.
Joliet Board of Trustees Election Held April 21 1952
The Joliet Pension Fund election for two active policemen representatives and one retiree representative took place April 21 1952. Results were not surprising and may prove enlightening in the near future.
Inside Joliet Police pension politics surface amid rumors
A reader letter questions pension fund practices in Joliet, criticizing static pension checks and potential pro rata or liberal payouts. The writer warns trustees may be elected for political gain and urges awareness among pensioners.
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Joliet
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