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Newspaper

The Spectator

Location

Joliet, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Apr 29, 1932

Page

14

Bridge Closing Described as a Necessary Evil

Ottawa residents along Jefferson street express mixed views on the bridge closure. Carl Schneider says the loss hurts transient trade but expects recovery after completion. Leland Stephen notes established customers will stay, yet some trade will shift. John Samios sees parking gains for steady shoppers. Frank St Julien fears temporary loss of some customers. Max Miller predicts fewer passersby but improved street value, planning to proceed. Sam Stein remains confident in stable trade. Alex Laris doubts the move but reports business as usual.

Ottawa Street Center St Carl Schneider Jefferson St Leland C. Stephen E. Jefferson Sr Max Miller E. Jefferson St Sam Stein Stein’s Fish Market Alex Laris Ideal Shoe Rebuilders E. Jefferson, Sr

Jefferson Street Bridge Dismantling Moves Ahead

The Jefferson street bridge is being dismantled as part of Joliet’s waterway project. This marks the third bridge removed since spring after Jackson and Cass spans. Officials sought an injunction but dropped the delay plan. Van Buren street bridge handles east west traffic with two officers on duty.

Jefferson St Jefferson Span Greater Waterway Joliet Jackson St Cass St Jefferson Link van Buren St

Bridge Closings Deemed Beneficial Despite Inconvenience

Mayor William Hennessy declares Joliet bridges, including Jefferson street across the Des Plaines, close for deep waterway work as progress to Gulf of Mexico waterway. He notes shoppers still support Jefferson street merchants and expects continued bargain activity despite traffic disruptions.

William Hennessy Joliet Jefferson St Desplaines River Great Lakes Gulf

St Francis Academy to Sponsor Quilt Exhibit Today

St Francis Academy will host a quilt exhibition from 2 to 9 this afternoon featuring a 100 year old quilt. Mrs Bertha Secor will also display quilts at the academy.

St. Francis Academy Bertha Secor

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John Samios Paradise A. G. Spalding Golf Leland C. Stephen Golf & Luggage Shop E. Jefferson Street J. 1 ST. Julien’s Sons Joliet, Illinois Stein's Fish Market Jefferson Bridge Cima Citzgeralds Delsnetss Eet Fentong, Gam. Sch Cass Street Collins Kline’s Paradise Gardens
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