Joliet Annexation Effort Surges With Council Probe
Joliet moves to secure full tax share from annexed realty as Mayor Friedrich's committee forms a sub group to audit records. Auditor Grumley and James Lavely report on 15 west side firms showing broad support, with one dissenter, while a northwest petition circulates.
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Lavely
West Side
John Kontos
Lovely
Frank “Oleg” Olzsta
Elizabeth
Albert Gudac
Bernard Olzsta
Arch Loeffler
Joliet
Friedrich
City Proponent Speaks on Revenue and Planning
A city proponent outlines goals tied to maximizing revenue and shaping development. The Spectator notes focus on fiscal strategies and political framing as part of the public discussion.
Crest Hill Formation Rules and City Costs Outline
The document outlines governance for a new Crest Hill city including fire and police boards, mandated audits every two years, city liability for injuries from street and sidewalk conditions, and mandatory publication of ordinances in a local newspaper. It notes funding limits for motor fuel tax projects, sewage treatment plant orders, and that costs for audits attorneys and publishing are funded by taxes and licenses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Sanitary Water Board
Crest Hill
Santa watch from the window by twin boys in pajamas
The scene shows twin boys aged about two or three watching Santa, while Ronnie Setina points to a skeptic hidden figure. The caption notes their parents Mr and Mrs Isa of 308 Margaret Street as observers of the holiday moment.
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Ronnie Setina
Santa Claus
Ricky
Dore
Isa
Margaret
Residents seek annexation halt in Jo liet area
A committee of Ingalls Park residents pursues annexation while courts delay the matter pending legal clarifications. Effective January 1, 1960 the city halts five calls outside the Jo liet corporate limits except for schools orphanages nursing homes and hospitals. City taverns seek revised regulations.
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Ingalls Park
Joliet
Prison warden defies view of inmate hostility with 1200 cards
Warden Joseph E. Ragen says inmates both inside and outside send about 1,200 Christmas cards yearly. He notes many contain personal messages and family photos, praising fair treatment and education behind bars. Cards are given to a prison chaplain for distribution or orphanage.
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Joseph E. Ragen
Ragen
Gervase Brinkman
O.F.M
Joliet
Stateville
Collins St
Illinois State Penitentiary
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