He who hesitates may be lost parable from Mayfield
A fragment from Mayfield echoes the idea that hesitation can lead to embarrassment and danger, warning readers of the risks of delaying action.
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Mayfield
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Newspaper
The Spectator
Location
Joliet, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1931
Page
8
Water Works Tax Levy Analysis Calls for Immediate Review
A Joliet discussion argues the 1931 water department levy of about 196 863.60 should be funded by water sales revenue instead of city taxes. It notes 1930 water sales totaled 256 050.32, leaving a large surplus, and urges an independent analytical audit to separate water expenses from general city costs and avoid double charging taxpayers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Accounts and Finances
Water Department
Joliet
J. HG
Bishop Cannon Returns from Europe Affects Prohibition Talk
Bishop James Cannon Jr. leaves for Europe and remarks on enforcement in prohibition. He notes improvement but reports violent acts by beer runners who have allegedly machine-gunned five children in a New York City block.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Cannon Jr
Europe
Leah
New York City
Question on rising US motor vehicle registrations
In a debate on mood and auto ownership James McGrath argues second-hand cars are cheap and affordable for a few hundred dollars, while J J Nicholson notes automobile prices have dropped to attract buyers and prompt timely installments as people economize.
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James McGrath
Glenwood Avenue
Burkes on Marion Street Reflects Mood Paradox
The text notes a paradox where low mood appears to affect a specific population, while savings banks report record deposits, suggesting ample funds for automobiles despite broader consumer sentiment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. A. Burke
Marion Street
United States
Low traffic on Collins street noted by Samuel Rineheart
Samuel Rineheart on Collins street observes fewer cars on the streets and more in dead storage. He notes Sunday traffic is less dense this year compared with past years.
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Samuel Rineheart
Collins Street
Automobile use fuels leisure spending on limited income
The source notes that cars have become the main source of pleasure and entertainment. It argues that a man with lower earnings will sacrifice many things to keep his car.
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Joseph Smith
Oneida Street
Fragmentary Quote on National Development
Passage presents a fragmented quotation attributed to Albert Jackson on McDonough Street. It references the phrase developed in this country more than anywhere else, but the surrounding context is missing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert Jackson
McDonough Street
Fcoigh
Righl Ag System
Columbus Area Council Announces Clubhouse Project
The Area Council of Columbus announced plans for a new clubhouse at an estimated cost of 124000 dollars. Officials said ground would be broken this year and the facility would serve local clubs and community programs.
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Area Council of i of Columbus
Readers share views on beaches and women drivers
Letters discuss beach safety and drowning risks with calls for boosters and guards. The writer blames parents for girls smoking and criticizes women drivers after a car crash near Gary, arguing women should not be allowed to drive.
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Joemai
Spectator
Gary
C. K
Between Editor Letters on Drinking and Smoking
A reader disputes a letter claiming over ninety percent of locals drink. He argues people grow smarter about high alcohol prices and potential poisons. The column also notes concerns about women smoking in society.
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GEFB
Illinois license sales rise to 800000 in 1930
The sale of hunting and fishing licenses in Illinois grew by about 40 000 annually since 1925 reaching roughly 800 000 in 1930. Hamilton County is the only county in the state without a court fund and was destroyed by fire in the period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hamilton County
Illinois
New University Music Building Planned at Northwestern
Work will start this summer on a new 1 000 000 dollar building at Northwestern University to house the universitys school of music. The project aims for completion and dedication in the fall of the same year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northwestern University
University
Illinois Becomes English Possession in 17665
Fragmentary claim notes Illinois as English possession in 1766 with listed settlements including Kaskaskia Prairie Rocher St. Philip New Chartres and Cahokia and a white population reference.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Illinois
Kaskas Prairie
Rocher
St. Philip
New Chartres
Cahokia
Chicago Century of Guan Exposition Opening in 1983
The planned fair to open in 1983 is being built on land that was 16 feet under Lake Michigan in 1923, highlighting a major urban engineering effort and historical land shifts in Chicago.
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Chicago
Lake Michigan
Illinois teachers count tops 46 thousand for pupils
Illinois public schools enroll about 1.5 million pupils supported by more than 46 000 teachers. Private and higher education add roughly 10 000 educators to the state’s teaching corps.
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Illinois
Freight ton ugh Chien axconte Haesing Corete totals
The incomplete text mentions operane sports and ports of the Unit. It references freight and totals but lacks discoverable names, dates, places, or clear events to form a proper news item.
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Ugh Chien
Axconte
Operane Sports
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J. J. Nicholson
Park Avenue
Hapen
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