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Newspaper
The Spectator
Location
Joliet, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1931
Page
2
Police chief Fornango says a seven officer squad will search city neighborhoods for prowlers and arrest any found, with vagrancy charges at arraignment if they have no means of support. Motorcycle unit warned to patrol residential districts day and night amid auto burglaries.
State authorities order removal of the shiny stars from vehicles of many state employees. Warden Henry C Hill and a surgeon are the only authorized holders of stars on cars. Deputies will be instructed to remove theirs. Fay Cooper Cole of the University of Chicago notes prehistoric Illinois housed at least three distinct cultures.
A Br пояс event near Troy along the DuPage River drew hundreds from Joliet and camps. Bruno lit a sky rocket triggering a chain of explosions in a fireworks box. Frank spotted a spark, warning Peter as three bombs blew. The crowd fled to safety, sparking a mass scramble. Peter notes a future show next year with tighter safety.
Arthur Josephson, former Jefferson street manager, leads the Nash agency at 1105 North Chicago street with George Beutel in charge of service and parts. James Slaven and Gust Carlson stay on as salesmen, Miss Milla Duras is secretary, and a full 1932 Nash line is on display featuring synchro safety shift and sound proofed components.
Frank T. Sheets reports fewer pavement blowups this year despite temperatures near 100. Central and Southern Illinois motorists receive warnings as heat breaks appear. police and crews place danger signs and repair crews restore the slab contours.
Director Henry H. Kohn of the Illinois Department of Purchases and Supplies announced that bids will be opened July 7 for a temporary bridge across the Illinois River at Joliet. The bridge facilitates two permanent structures meeting federal navigation rules.
Bettys Barclay notes a crop of small and medium oranges out west this season with low prices. She advises housewives to buy in bulk, use them for fruit cups salads and desserts, and ensure each family member has morning juice. Buying in quantity saves money, especially for longer keeping fruit.
A reader discusses furniture choices for compact spaces favoring a Chippendale style love seat over a large davenport. The piece is shown covered in richly brocaded fabric, paired with a wing chair secretary and nest of tables to create a charming, balanced living room scheme.
Acting on the state board of pardons and paroles recommendations Gov Louis L Emmerson denied clemency to 34 prisoners who appealed at the June session. Of 84 recommended for clemency 20 are under sentence for murder.
The Motor Club announces a weekly dramatic series Romance to air on WENR Wednesday July 15 from 8:30 to 9:00 p.m. standard time. Seated by the on ae Motor Club players will feature in the broadcast.
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