Christmas art on Joliet billboards prompts quiet reflection
In Joliet a Christmas display of fifteen mother and child paintings with the caption On Earth Peace Good Will Toward Men drew little public notice. The Retail Merchants division of the Association of Commerce funded the gift, and community leaders urged appreciation for art and culture amid questions of recognition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Juliet
Charles Kellem
Association of Commerce
Mr. Kellem
Joliet
Othe
Jack Thorne
Joliet Police Department reorganizes into three squads
Chief N J Fornango reorganizes Joliet Police Department now eight regular members strong into three squads traffic crime and utility The move reflects the increased size of the force and goes into effect last night with potential reassignments among officers as new members join.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joliet
N. J. Fornango
Fornango
Mrs Lillian Kirby Sues Swirl Shop for 5000 Damages
Mrs Lillian Kirby of 826 North Ray Nor Avenue sues Norbert Hansen doing business as the Swirl Shop at 23 North Ottawa Street for five thousand dollars in damages. Complaint filed in the circuit court alleges entry into the shop on August 80 1939 and seeks relief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lillian Kirby
N. Raynor Avenue
Norbert Hansen
Ottawa
Xe Bys
Maloney Wins State Post After Joliet Township Assessor Farewell
John J. Maloney retires as Joliet township assessor after a four year term and will join the Chicago office of the Secretary of State. Edward J. Hughes approved his appointment, acknowledging Maloney's noted record in democratic politics and efficient township assessment work. William J. Sorg succeeds him, having defeated Maloney last April.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John J. Maloney
Joliet
Chicago
Edward J. Hughes
Maloney
William J. Sorg
Conrad J. Wirth
Sorg
Tire Rationing Boards To Meet In Chicago
A meeting for local tire rationing boards will be held Saturday at Henry Pope Jr. Indianapolis? Chicago office. Boards will receive instructions on eligible buyers and procurement conditions. All board members will be sworn in as federal agents and serve without pay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Henry Pope Jr
Early Start Leads to City Lockup for Two Men
The first man confined last night was Andrew S., 44, a transient found intoxicated near Joliet and Washington. Clifford Crosby, 50, of Wausau Wisconsin, was carried to headquarters after being found lying unable to walk in the street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bridewell
Andrews
Bates
Joliet
Washington Streets
Clifford Crosby
Wausau
Wis
Car Abandoned Then Stolen Confusion Report
A Bloomington resident reported his car left momentarily unattended was stolen. The incident involved the vehicle and the misplaced keys, with authorities noting the car was taken after being left briefly.
Joliet Township Bans Carnivals for 1942
Joliet township trustees vote to deny licenses for carnivals in 1942. Lockport township likely to follow, preventing outside shows near Joliet. Past carnivals drew crowds and policing concerns, prompting officials to classify carnivals as undesirable and revoke licenses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joliet
Lockport Township
Lockport
North Broadway
Collins Street
Theodore
Joliet Welcomes 1942 With Quiet Celebrations
Amidst a festive mood Joliet and Will County welcomed 1942 on New Year’s Day. Revelers gathered at hotels and clubs enjoying extended hours while churches hosted watch parties and taverns reported steady business through the night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joliet
Will County
Landoffice
Louis. Joliet
Woodruff
Old Custom Celebrates New Year Across Ages
In a weary New Year’s morning the ancient custom of welcoming each incoming year is described as one of civilization’s oldest. People mark the turning point in the dark season with rejoicing and anticipation of sunlight and warmth. black coffee and tomato juice are suggested remedies.
Seek Holdup Men Posing As Soldiers
Police last night searched for a 1941 model automobile carrying four men dressed in soldiers uniforms. They are wanted in connection with a holdup at Manteno. State details indicate city and county involvement as authorities pursue the suspects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manteno
Resolutions for 1942 New Year in a light civic tone
A partial list of New Year resolutions reads like a community pledge. Citizens commit to early Christmas shopping, a safe Fourth of July, wearing water wings while swimming, and moderating Thanksgiving turkey, with travel to Tahiti mentioned for summer plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tahiti
Officials Convene Defense Conference At City Hall
A group of leaders from public utilities and transportation met at city hall to outline a program to protect utilities and communications. The gathering included W. J. Murdock as chairman and representatives from gas, telephone, rail, public service, and auto transportation firms. A follow up meeting is scheduled for next Tuesday to work out plant defense details and plan volunteer units within each organization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Public Utilities and Transportation
W. J. Murdock
J. R. Atkins
Lew Rogers Jr
Telephone Company
Telephone Company; “T. M. Milligan, Representing the Railroads; H. R. Lisenby
Ed Sheehan
Public Service Company
Robert Holt
WCLS
E. R. Kinsley
Richard W. Jones
Joliet Booms Amid Great War Plant Expansion in 1941
Joliet and Will County saw wartime growth as major munitions plants arrived. Retail sales topped estimates at over 45 million dollars while construction and defense housing surged. Steel and wire and other industries expanded. wages rose as labor demand soared in 1941. The boom touched taverns, theatres, and other services amid national defense mobilization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Will County
Joliet
C. J. Kellem
Joliet Association of Commerce
American Steel & Wire Company
Eir
Takes Over Office Today Amid Turbulent Transition
A long serving deputy of twenty years faces an uncertain start as new office leadership assumes control today. The exact reasons for the abrupt change remain unclear as colleagues await further directives.
Also Mentioned on This Page
William R. McCabe
Peu
Joliet Township
P. S
Uwvasawe
William
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!