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Newspaper
The Spectator
Location
Joliet, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1932
Page
2
A Joliet column records a string of local vignettes and gossip from restaurants, theatres, and social events. It mentions Jake Young, Roy Rogan, Estelle Taylor, and various residents, with anecdotes about gifts, jobs, New Year plans, and nearby venues.
De La Salle high school starts its Catholic league season January 8 at home as St Leo of Chicago visits the stronghold. The Hilltoppers, defending champions, seek another title to reach the National tournament at Loyola and the league is split into North West and South divisions.
The event to raise food for an orphanage will feature a screening of Huckleberry Finn and a program of comedies and skits. J J Cohen plans to donate 100 cans of food from the White store as part of the drive aided by public grade schools and local grocers.
C Y O fighters from California visit Union City tomorrow meeting local boxers from Peru. Mayor William H and Lieutenant Governor-elect Thomas Donovan are expected to attend. De La Salle high school band and St Joseph’s grade school band will provide cheers.
Rumors from speakeasies say gin will dominate New Year Eve celebrations into 1988. Prices range from one to 1.25 dollars a pint as celebrants, though fewer in number, welcome the turn of the year.
Joliet health officials urge, at the onset of colds, to retire early rather than push through work. Dr. Lloyd B. Andrew, city health commissioner, says early bed rest can cut sickness and aid recovery.
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