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Newspaper
The Spectator
Location
Joliet, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1935
Page
4
A recurring figure, Leo, remarks “Nothing ever happens” as a storm nearly hits his cottage and stray .22 bullets pierce four windows. The tale repeats his narrow escapes and weary refrain in a small, isolated setting.
A brief note recommends a temporary fix for a water tank leak using chewing gum bound with tire tape and urges permanent repair as soon as possible.
The Joliet quota of sixteen scouts for the National Scouting Jamboree in Washington is filled with George Valy of New Lenox registered. Rainbow council executive John C. Hudman confirms the tally as camps at Camp Rainbow document ongoing training and photo coverage. Scheiber leads the unit for Washington duties while other local groups train at Starved Rock and Camp Rainbow.
The United States Civil Service Commission has opened two additional civil service positions for competitive examinations in this area.
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