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Newspaper
The Spectator
Location
Joliet, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1942
Page
2
Two basketball benefits set for Joliet High School gym at 7:30 p.m. feature Morris against the Steelmen followed by Hillmen versus Leo. Morris beat the Steelmen earlier, and Leo sits second in the Catholic league.
Catholic High has held Leo in practice but lost in league play. The Hillmen enter with a speedy five as their main offensive weapon. Tickets are sold by Rotarians for 55 cents including tax to benefit the Service Men’s Hospitality fund.
Ernest Tuggie president of the Junior Chamber of Commerce said last night the drive for new members is coming along nicely but did not reveal the number set to be announced February 24 at a dinner meeting at the Woodruff hotel. Robert Clark, former Ringling Brothers promotion man and United Wallpaper mill, gave an illustrated talk on circus experiences at the Ju nior Chamber meeting.
The Willsmen junior college basketball team travels to Joliet to meet Fort Sheridan soldiers at 8 p.m. Monday in the high school gym. Morton leads the conference. Willsmen seek a second win over the Wright quintet despite schedule disruptions.
Ralph Gruben and Bill Roth, two guards, along with center Cliff Mulbarger, form the frontline for the squad.
Anna I Kowalski 51 died yesterday at 1121 Kelly avenue Joliet after a brief illness. Born Lemont she lived in Joliet 40 years. Survived by husband Thomas a daughter Gertrude Lambakis a brother Max Russell a sister Cecelia Mac Farlane and others. Funeral from Leo Wisniewski funeral home 810 Elizabeth street Saturday at 8:30 to Holy Cross church burial at St Cyril and Methodius Lemont.
Officials announced the Will County Farm Bureau annual meeting at St. John’s hall is postponed for one week. The event will still be at the same time and place with G. E. Metzger of the Illinois Agriculture Association as chief speaker. Luncheon is set for noon and a full morning and afternoon program is planned.
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