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Newspaper
The Spectator
Location
Joliet, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1931
Page
13
Andrew Stash a prisoner was assaulted by fellow guard Miller after refusing to issue an order for new shoes. Stash's condition improved today as Miller struck him with an iron bar before other guards and prisoners intervened.
Lynette Nowell, known as Jimmy, resigned as guard at Nowell Park pool after limits cut swimming to one hour daily. She becomes director of a city playground while continuing to swim about three hours daily, citing boredom and desire for more time in the water.
A reader asks about Uncle Dan Daniel Beard and other trivia. The item lists questions on Atlantis legends Wimbledon doubles, quotes completion, evolution laws, Communist forms, 1928 Democrats, redhead film star, and an ichthyologist, noting answers on page 14.
A row of vignette items reports on Jimmie Wiseman swerving to avoid a driver while a deities comment appears. Joseph Otte quits coffee but may be seen golfing. Art is arrested with a brisk, smiling attitude and returns to work. Clifford Reddick laments crowd overflow after Cubs game. Stolen items are not disclosed. Skaa Maher wears a sun hat. Bob Hummell dances at Baker hotel. Al Kiep and his companion attend air races. Lee Ferguson Jr and Sr are noted in trimming. John D Arcy and spouse explore aviation. Thomas Barrett takes up bridge with easy slams.
The Chicago Art Institute adds El Greco's The AscetaL to its collection, highlighting a 6 Spain attribution. The work is identified as Prata3 termed and joins the museum's notable holdings.
Residents seek news notes of club meetings birthdays and visits. Mrs. Gardner hosts her club. Tip Top club meets with Mrs Zobel. A B C group holds a gathering. June birthday party honors eleven guests. Kankakee river trip noted. H T club hosts bridge. families plan summer activity and travel.
Mrs Criss Teufer and Mrs Rey H attend a neighborhood gathering honoring Miss Gertrude. Anna Kaffer at 1006 North Raynor Avenue and Miss Helen Hoorth are mentioned among attendees at the Wednesday event.
The report notes that Mr and Mrs Jack B ling of 406 Hutchins Street left for home Tuesday afternoon following an absence by their siblings.
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