Convention criticism and market notes from a long observer
A veteran observer reflects on a political convention, noting staged parades and cautious rhetoric around William Gibbs McAdoo and Al Smith. He compares party dynamics, predicts persistent Tammany influence, and questions candidate strength amid organized campaigns. The piece shifts to retail mood, urging salespeople to counter gloom and coax spending with higher energy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Gibbs McAdoo
Tony Cermak
Ritchie
Maryland
Farley
Tammany
Smith
al Smith
Jim Reed
Jim
George Norris
Salesmanship Motto Promises Persistence in Trade
A brief adage highlights resistance as a beariest trait in selling, stressing steady effort and persistence as key to business success. The clipped line emphasizes selling stamina and perseverance to overcome obstacles.
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promi + t
Boners in examination prompts amuse The Spectator readers
A list of spelling and usage gaffes labeled boners entertains readers. It cites misprints and mistaken phrases such as a turbine being a Turk ish hat and chivalry as actions after cold air. The piece notes these errors are sent to The Spectator with no names printed.
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The
Spectator
Chicago St
Bonus Army marchers face changed reception to Washington
Along the route to Washington the traveling group known as the bonus army notes a difference in treatment versus wartime conditions, observing a shift in public response from supporters to indifference or hostility.
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Washington
Will Chicago World’s Fair of 1933 Draw Your Attendance
The reader is asked if they plan to go to the 1933 Chicago World’s Fair. The item notes public interest in the event and invites personal response or letters to the editor.
Local Resident Looks Forward To Fair Experience
A. S. Calkins of 121 Whitney Ave says he will attend the fair with his family. He expects the event to be a top recreational treat and a strong educational force, expressing keen interest in the upcoming activity.
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A. S. Calkins
Whitney Ave
Ira Hayes Plans Attending Chicago World's Fair
Ira Hayes of 221 Fourth ave expresses strong belief that the Chicago World's Fair will be a landmark event next year. He praises preparations and predicts the exposition will be a huge success that should not be missed.
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Ira Hayes
Fourth Ave
Chicago
Businessman predicts World’s Fair will spur national progress
A. E. Kelly of 200 Wheeler Ave expresses strong enthusiasm for the World’s Fair. He believes it will inspire business and industry, educate the public, and mark a new era in American culture and commerce.
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A. E. Kelly
Wheeler Ave
Attendee Plans Second World’s Fair Visit
Robert Litchfield of 311 Chicago Street confirms he will attend the exposition with friends. He recalls the Chicago World’s Fair of 1893 and says the trip will be worth the time and money.
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Robert Litchfield
Chicago St
Engineer Gowland Rejects World Fair Visit
G C Gowland an engineer in the Barber Building says he will not attend the World's Fair while times remain hard. He prefers giving money to the hungry over spending it on leisure.
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G. C. Gowland
Barber Bldg
Readers react to parking in big cities
A letter from a reader in Julius town laments Juliet’s pattern and compares it with Chicago’s Loop. The motorist criticizes Loop parking costs, noting 35 cents for the first hour and higher charges for longer stays.
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Juliet
Chicago
Loop
Those Orangemen Go North to Drive Out Snakes
A reader condemns attacks by Orange mobs on Catholic pilgrims in Ireland. The letter decries Orangeism as barbaric, citing assaults on women and children, theft of picnic baskets, and vandalism to trains and buses during Eucharistic Congress travel.
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Ireland
Orange
St. Patrick
Busy intersection at Broadway and Ruby Street prompts light request
Harold S. notes dangerous traffic at the Broadway and Ruby Street intersection with morning noon and evening peaks. He urges a stop and go light to improve safety amid near accidents.
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Ruby St
Ordee
Broadway
Harold
Forgotten six hour day and five day week idea
Dear Editor ponders the fate of the six hour day and five day week movement. The writer asks whether such a worthy reform has been forgotten and whether it still holds relevance in modern labor discussions.
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Frank C
Joliet Fire Fighters Union Rep Elected At Tulsa Convention
Andrew Pesavento of Engine House No 1 was chosen to represent Joliet at the International Association of Fire Fighters convention in Tulsa Oklahoma. The mayor and city council of Belleville Illinois praised Joliet for strong street system and water works. More than 900 Joliet poor children attended the Volunteers of America sixth annual picnic at Highland Park. A steel mill labor shortage drew workers from Chicago by taxi cabs.
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Andrew Pesavento
Engine House No. 1
Joliet
International Association of Fire Fighters
Tulsa
Okla
Belleville, Ill
the Volunteers of America
Highland Park
Central Presbyterian Indoor Baseball Upset Blues in Series
The Central Presbyterian Bible school indoor baseball team swept a three game series against the Blues of the First Presbyterian church. A fire caused a 50000 dollar loss at Inland Iron and Economy Pump plants on McDonough Street near the river.
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Central Presbyterian Bible School
Blues of the
First Presbyterian Church
Inland Iron and
Economy Pump Companies
McDonough St
River
Stein ordained a priest in Franciscan order
Mathias Stein son of Mr and Mrs J B Stein 414 Western Ave was ordained a priest in the Franciscan order He said his first Mass at St John s Catholic Church
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Mathias Stein
J. B. Stein
Western Ave
St. John’s Catholic Church
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