Joliet mayor Hennessy praised for fiscal restraint
Editorial urges Joliet residents to evaluate Mayor William A. Hennessy and the city council before the election. It notes the city faced a severe financial crisis, reduced debt by 139,500 during his term, and trimmed salaries from 429,411.45 in 1931 to 315,194.98 in 1934, crediting commissioners Wraith, Shepley and Lennon for cooperation.
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Joliet
William A. Hennessy
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Hennessy
of Joliet
Robert Wraith
Samuel Shepley
William Lennon
Police Team Triumphs Over Fire Fighters in Indoor Contest
The police indoor team led by Capt. Ervin Boe defeated Capt. Thomas Clemens' fire fighters by a high scoring margin. Ernie Meader pitched effectively as Detective Alf Schomey and others provided humor. Proceeds go to the Free Milk Fund.
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Ernie Meader
Ervin Boe
Thomas Clemens
Firefighters
Alf Schomey
Rank Kubinski
Bill O’hara
Fred Troppe
Kidnap Inc Arrives Here as Six Convicts Enter Penitentiary
Doors of the penitentiary opened to receive six men described as Kidnap, Inc. figures from Chicago. The group will serve between twenty and thirty years before potential release, with none of them expected to return soon.
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Chicago
Bandits Loot Washington Street Standard Oil Station
Bandits robbed a Standard Oil station at Washington and Richards streets last night. The attendant was relieved of cash and valuables before police, who searched the area, reported no arrests at this time.
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Standard Oil Company
Washington and Richards Street
Second Barry Panel Sworn in Embezzlement Trial
In Chicago Judge Michael Feinberg swore in the second panel of jurors for the embezzlement case against Dave Barry after co defendant Joseph Baiata pleaded guilty. Barry faces accusations of involvement in a $50 000 bank swindle.
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Dave Barry
Chicago
Merchants Offer Unusual Bargains For Dollar Day
Jo liet celebrates its semi annual Dollar Day with stores in town displaying large and small bargains. Merchants promise impressive prices and crowd planning to accommodate shoppers. Readers are urged to visit early for best selections and the Spectator highlights Dollar Day bargains and weekend specials.
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Joliet
Sudden Chilly Breezes Seen For Joliet Area
The weatherman predicted colder weather for Joliet and surrounding areas over the next few days. No rain or snow is expected at present.
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Joliet
Record Vote Predicted At Joliet Primary Tuesday
Joliet voters face a record primary with twelve city offices on the April ballot. A mayor, eight commissioners, and two police magistrates will be chosen across nineteen polling places from 6 AM to 5 PM. Incumbent William Hann faces eight challengers including George Jones and J W McCarthy.
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Joliet
William A Hann Anas
Tym Ry Sasawmase Cas AA Tillitddy
George T. Jones
Steel Company
J. W. McCarthy
William R. Fletcher
Will County Medical Society
Hugh H. Bolton
Arthur G. Momper
Frank FE. Renwick
Roy .H. Koenig
Thomas H. Watts
Robert H. Wraith
Samuel E. Shepley
William H
Nicholson
McGuire Backers Hope for Victory in County Race
Emmett McGuire seeks nomination in a county contest seen as a breakthrough for Democrats. A party committeeman predicts McGuire will win easily with about two thirds of votes, praised for loyal service and efficient administration.
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Emmett McGuire
McGuire
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David Fisher
Justice of the Peace
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