Letters from Readers Debate Christmas trees and annexation
A Joliet letter-writer defends the Christmas street trees funded by local merchants and approved by the mayor, while criticizing annexation discussions in Raynor Park. The piece condemns alleged misrepresentation of tax, water, and sewer figures and warns residents about potential financial hardship and coercive solicitations before a citywide vote.
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Ers
Raynor Park Improvement Association
Janke
Walter O. Herssbach
Paul McKeown
Joliet Nerald-News
Raynor Park
McKeown
Could Europe Ever Forgive Us
Joliet writer recalls anti immigrant rhetoric and economic hardship during the WPA era. He contrasts cheers of American prosperity with migrants facing eviction and insecurity while enduring poverty and discrimination. The piece condemns labeling of activists and echoes nostalgia for better protections.
Raynor Park Annexation Controversy Stirring Residents
A Raynor Park subdivision homeowner accuses the city of railroading annexation plans and asks the paper to clarify the issue for residents and other homeowners seeking understanding and resolution.
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Janet
Raynor Park
Europeans in America and the danger of cheap labor
The author denounces government spending on WPA projects and condemns D P immigrants as exploiters. He warns against Americans funding European wars by exporting workers and calls for vigilance against isolationists and xenophobia. The piece ends with a personal note about the writer's time in Europe and his family.
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Joliet
D. P
Europe
America
P. S
the Spectator
Lacking In Foresight Joliet Letter Critiques Courthouse Plan
A Joliet reader condemns a proposed courthouse addition as poorly designed and patchwork. He urges better foresight and warns against sacrificing grounds and aesthetic appeal for modernity and Christmas decorations.
Thinks Christmas Trees Good Idea for Joliet Intersections
A reader suggests placing two large Christmas trees on Chicago street intersections as a novelty seen in other cities. The note praises the idea as interesting and feasible with care, asking Joliet to consider adopting the plan.
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Joliet Association of Commerce
Joliet
Charles J. Reed
W. Jefferson
Chicago
Juliet
Will County Tuberculosis seal drive nears halfway mark
Total donations reached 9260.62 toward a 22500 goal for the Will County Tuberculosis association. Reminder notices will go out early next week to county residents who have not yet donated. Led by Willard A. Curtis, the group urges early contributions to avoid the Christmas mail rush. Rehabilitation work hinges on hitting the goal with a December deadline.
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Will County
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