06 Jul 1934
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Newspaper
The Spectator
Location
Joliet, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1934
Page
1
An editorial urges local self-help to attract and support existing industries. It questions a lost $12,000 survey, promotes buying at home, and proposes a visitor map of available sites. It reflects on mobility innovations and the era of the wheel, contrasting progress with perceived poverty amidst plenty.
Malcomb McCallum, attendant at the Dempsey station at Cass Street and Youngs Avenue, was robbed Wednesday night of $25 by two armed bandits who took the money from an office drawer and released him after driving him several blocks away.
A Joliet Will County Fourth of July weekend brought drownings, a major fire causing about 30000 in damage, and multiple injuries from fireworks. Victims included Jimmy Werner 5 and a 16 year old youth, both pulled from riverside waters. rescues failed. A coal chute fire on Marion and St Louis streets ignited flames, spreading quickly before firefighters could contain it.
The new receiving hospital will take its first prisoners from Chicago today said Warden Frank D. Whipp. About 50 convicts are expected. They will be detained for roughly three weeks while doctors and officials study each case to determine the most suitable institution for the inmate. Several officials will greet the first group.
John J. Murphy of 658 Sixty First street Chicago was taken into custody after arguing with police who questioned his loitering at the Plainfield avenue and Ruby street intersection. He was later released after paying a fine for disorderly conduct.
Reports in the city say railways in the middle west are drafting large improvement programs to provide jobs and modernize depots, roadbeds, and equipment. Elgin Joliet and Eastern officials indicate hundreds will work for at least six months as repairs begin soon in Chicago and Bloomington momentum rises with 100 plus hires.
J J Cohen loop merchant made the first airplane trip above Joliet with Nels Mundell at the controls. He praised the view of the city from 1500 feet and noted landmarks including the White Store. Others on board included A A Rubnitz and C D Coyne along with Commissioner Robert Wraith.
A Joliet Salvation Army scout room hosts a 27 by 6 foot wall painting by 15 Boy Scouts aged 11 to 17. Under B A Evans and a professional color mixer, they depict a rustic camp scene with a rushing waterfall and rising sun. Captain Strissel invites public viewing. After completion, the troop will craft willow furniture for the room.
Authorities asked to search for 15 year old Adam Duciek of 119 Hacker avenue who left home July 3 wearing overalls a white shirt and black low shoes. He is of medium height and build.
In Joliet amid a rising heat wave, Dr. R. Kennedy urges avoiding sun exposure and seeking shade to prevent heat exhaustion or heat prostration which require opposite treatments. Dr. Frank J. Chmelik adds moderation in cold drinks and hydration as essential guidance.
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