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Newspaper
The Spectator
Location
Joliet, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1965
Page
4
City residents debate placing a park and a museum at Bluff St Plaza center versus the south end near Rock Island Railroad tracks. Critics question cost delays and why the park was not included in the original plan. They urge deep consideration of value, location, and future park availability.
Two recent emergencies highlight service gaps. A Sunnyland woman with a hemorrhage lost crucial time before a private ambulance arrived. an elderly Joliet man with a hip fracture received rapid aid from the Fire Department ambulance. The piece argues higher city taxes fund faster public services versus lower outside-city taxes.
A Joliet columnist explores whether the city has culture. Byron Twiddle promotes a local group SLUMP pushing cultural upgrades while critiquing billboards near Larkin Ave. Barber Tony Scissori laments cultural decline, recalling a brass spittoon era. Fred the bartender notes Joliet’s many taverns.
Readers views note the Joliet Motorcycle Club event was a success with about 700 in attendance and 40 riders. The drive raised 1711.05 dollars for Trinity School for the Retarded Children. Signed letters from readers discuss the fundraiser and club leadership.
Frank Fitzgerald of Joliet writes to the editor praising weed removal at the Will County Centennial Marker on Bluff Street and recalls the 1936 Joliet Centennial Committee. The editor notes no city weed cutting was billed and the Joliet Motorcycle Club thanks contributors to their benefit.
Veterans can receive care at six Illinois VA hospitals though Dwight is closed to admissions. Chicago’s VA Information Service notes patients may also be treated at Marion, Downey, and Danville facilities. Beds must be available and transportation is paid to the home-hospital only.
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