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Newspaper
The Spectator
Location
Joliet, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1932
Page
2
Local notes report Bookie Levin will lead the Elks ballroom event Tuesday night with a dance and vodvil revue. The column lists familiar city residents and social tidbits involving clubs, dances, and upcoming plans across Joliet.
The text recounts William Wrigley Jr. building a $150 million fortune from chewing gum through relentless advertising. It notes his estate surpassing $20 million and quotes his belief that continuous promotion keeps a product alive, while stopping ads leads to rapid forgetfulness.
Local merchants report signs of revival in Joliet amid harsh winter. Retail sales rise in heavy apparel and auto winter accessories, while coal dealers show heightened activity. Optimism grows as pessimism fades and merchants expect steady improvement ahead.
The McFadden incident shows that anyone may benefit from free speech in America provided remarks stay within acceptable bounds. The episode underscores tension between expression and restraint amid public discourse.
Rumors say Mayor Jimmy Walker may travel to Havana to help arbitrate the Cuban governmental dispute sparking lively reaction in Newark and surrounding areas.
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