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Newspaper

The Spectator

Location

Joliet, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Feb 12, 1948

Page

5

Straw Ballots and the Communist Question

Attorney General Clark argues against driving the Communist Party underground via federal law, saying opinion freedom remains essential and suppression could strengthen the party. He suggests annual address reporting, registration for subversive groups, and a stronger Espionage Act as safeguards. The piece ends with a playful note about a radio riddle program for children.

Clark House Committee On Un-American Activities Supreme Court Justice Department

Ione Farr Wins Prize In Symerton Young Contest

Nine year old Ione Farr of Symerton NL is named the prize winner in a local contest. The announcement celebrates her achievement and hometown pride.

Ione Farr Symerton, NL

Memorial service for battleship Maine 50 years on

A memorial service will be held in memory of the battleship Maine sunk in Havana Harbor Cuba fifty years ago. The service will be held by the Joliet Camp Number.

Maine Havana Harbor Cuba Joliet Camp

Navy club hall service with food at 2 o clock

A gathering is planned in the Navy club hall at 231 N. Bluff Street on Sunday at 2 o clock. The program includes a service followed by food served after the service.

Navy Club N. Bluff Street

Forum Club Dinner Meeting At YMCA

The Forum club of the YMCA will convene tonight at 6 15 in the Y club rooms for a dinner meeting. Glenn Evans leads the program on The Urgency of the Conservation of Natural Resources.

Forum Club YMCA Glenn Evans

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