Will County and Joliet face zoning and housing concerns
A Chicago Regional Planning Association survey criticizes Joliet and Will county leadership for lacking zoning authority outside towns and for failing to provide sanitary housing for workers attracted by munitions plants. The report places Will county with underdeveloped areas and notes its separation from industrial centers like Hammond and Gary.
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Joliet
Will County
Chicago Regional Planning Association
Illinois
Cook County
Indiana
Lake County
Gary
Piatass
Hoosier
Hammond
Cahimet “City
Lake Michigan
Red Cross War Fund Drive Nears Goal in Will County
Will county Red Cross war fund push closes in on a $29,000 goal as $25,000 is counted with 75 industries and 15 districts yet to report. House to house canvass nets $2,600 with no set deadline for contributions.
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Will County
Red Cross War Fund
James Barr
Barr
New Year's Early Paper Spectator Deliveries
The New Year's edition of the Spectator will be delivered early by 7:00 AM to readers who want morning reading. If not collected, callers can notify the Circulation department at 931 to arrange pickup. Beawells extends Merry Christmas wishes.
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Spectator
Ae Spectator
Work halted at county jail improvements paused
Improvements at the county jail have been halted temporarily as defense material priorities take precedence. Sheriff J. J. O'Neill noted new prisoner cots in the west end and said the east end will be remodeled once materials are available.
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J. J. O'Neill
Speeding fines recorded for Francis John on Ruby Street
Speeding case notes Francis John of 712 Clement Street paid a fine yesterday for traveling 50 miles an hour on Ruby Street. John Castle associated with Sed Stags appears in notes with unclear details.
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Francis John
Clement
Ruby Street
John Castle
Two Pedestrians Die in Separate Accidents Near Joliet
Multiple pedestrians sustained fatal and nonfatal injuries in Joliet area crashes. Mrs. Joseph Marick, 65, of Braidwood, died from a skull fracture after being struck near a church on Route 113 while walking with her husband. William C. Clark was killed after being struck by a car driven by George F. Goldfuss on McDonough Street Bridge. Mrs. Emmett McGinnis, 68, of 222 N Hickory Street, suffered fractures and injuries when struck by Amelia J. Zelko’s car at Western Avenue and Hickory Street. Zelko swerved to avoid another vehicle.
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Joseph Marick
Braidwood
Marseilles
Joliet
Nicholas Luchin
William Clark
William C. Clark
James Clark
George F. Goldfuss
Jefferson Street
Goldfuss
McDonough Street
Clark
St. Joseph's Hospital
McGinnis
Emmett McGinnis
Hickory Street
Leo Se
Neha
Amelia J. Zelko
Buell Avenue
Western Avenue
Raymond J. Kennedy
Sale On Defense Bonds Soar At Christmas Time
Thousands will receive defense bonds and stamps as Christmas presents from patriotic donors. Reports from post offices banks and retailers indicate continued strong demand and a possible new record in sales. Officials say demand is steadily increasing despite strong local retail sales.
Sheriff James O'Neill Seeks Higher Pay for Deputies
Sheriff James O'Neill said he would push for higher pay for his deputies to recruit and retain qualified staff. He argued competitive wages are needed amid rising living costs and crime concerns.
Convicts Receive $13000 in Christmas Gifts
Warden Edward M. Stubblefield announced that 5168 inmates at Stateville and Joliet prisons received $13000 in gifts over the past week. About $10000 came in 70000 letters from friends and relatives, with $3000 left at prison offices. Inmates may spend $10 monthly in the commissary, and no packages or food may be received to prevent contraband.
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Stateville
Joliet
Edward M. Stubblefield
Stubblefield
Girl Missing Granddaughter Aurora Sanchez
Mrs. Helen Sanchez reports her granddaughter Aurora Sanchez age 15 left home at 2214 North Collins Street on December 21 and has not been seen since. The missing person case is under police inquiry and authorities seek information.
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Helen Sanchez
Collins Street
Aurora Sanchez
Joliet Christmas Spirit Amid War Time Observances
Joliet and nation observe a wartime Christmas with charity guiding acts toward the needy. Soldiers abroad are welcomed home, church services fill midnight masses, and Catholic and Protestant communities report strong crowds and carols. Shoppers face peak sales as stores report brisk gift exchanges.
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Jolietans
Christ
the Prince of Peace
Bethlehem
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Christ Episcopal Church
Jean Sadler
Annie Robson
Donald Aldeen
Tommie Johnson
Joanne Bale
David Davis
By William
RB. McCabe
Red Cross Drive
Beawells
James O'Neill
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