Letter exposes alleged election letter schemes in Joliet
In Joliet locals denounce a political letter campaign tied to Republican leaders. The letter, signed by Rae Bh deer ade ct alias Alice M Sawyer and Lilian M Arent, is blamed for deceptive tactics aimed at women voters. The piece criticizes J V Bert, Elmer, and associated figures over control of the circuit court and party influence.
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Rae
Ade Ct
Alice M. Sawyer
George A. Barr
Ben D. Jones
Mr. Jones
Lilian M. Arent
Attorney Bielfehkit
Joliet
Jim
Republians
Elmer
J V
Bert
Wes
Ley
Law Fertner
J. V. Bert- MY
Circuit Court
Circuit “Art
Bsrrs
Bielfeldt
A Fisherman To His Son Poem Fragment
A fragmented verse speaks of a fisherman guiding his son along a rocky shore. The speaker recalls wandering paths, hills, and the sea’s noises as guidance for a life by water and work with a fishing reel.
Forlorn Hitchhikers Surrender at County Jail
Two forgers, Arthur Holmgren, 47, and his 14 year old son, both from Phoenix, turned themselves in after writing and cashing two forged checks for 45 dollars. Holmgren, a former Phoenix detective and current detention home instructor, said the pair hitchhiked toward Arizona. Police wired Phoenix for transfer and the two remain in local custody.
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Dominic Gomora
Arthur Holmgren
Arthur Jr
Holmgren
Gamora
Phoenix
Arizona
Holmeren
Phoenix County
Jury condemns antique elevator after youth death
A coroner's jury ruled the death of Stanley Bocich, 15, caused by an elevator was accidental. The elevator was flagged as antique and the jury found the tragedy could have been prevented with a modern car and a several foot pit clearance. It urged condemnation and replacement of the elevator.
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Stanley Bocich
Bozich
Joe DiMaggio Lucky Or Not Opens With Injury
A look at Joe DiMaggio a standout baseball star whose high salary fame and romance contrast with a troubling start to the season. After seven games he again faced hospitalization from a bad fall ending his early run on opening day.
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Joe DiMaggio
Romame Ami
Ieaceves
Convex Backboards Considered to Extend Corner Shots
The National Basketball Rules Committee discussed convex backboards to allow shots from the court corners after moving end lines back two to four feet. Teachers and some Illinois schools consider the idea, though Township High School has not adopted it. A convex board would increase shootable area by 27 square feet and improve visibility near endlines.
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Younh
National Basketball Rules Committee
Herman Walser
Township High
Illinois
Taxes Pour In Clash Over Township Tax Collection
A tax collection clash occurred between James C. Bell county officials and Michael Mollaghan township collectors as deadline day neared. Deputy A. J. Nelson faced protest at the township office, but tax payments continued with substantial sums, and penalties begin on the 10th.
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James C. Bell
Michael Mollaghan
Mr. Bell
A. J. Nelson
Joliet
Chalstrom
Nelson
Bell
Backboard Change Expands Court Shooting and Viewing Area
The curved backstop adds 27 square feet of usable court space for shooting and increases the bank shot zone by 720 square feet. The upgrade also allows spectators at far end to watch the ball continuously, reducing obstruction during tight games.
Debt and government works programs criticized in speech
The speaker denounces the four billion plus national debt and the Works Progress Administration style projects as liabilities. He argues debt and taxes rise to fund the programs and that private enterprise would better lift the economy. The critique highlights burden on the public and calls for restraint.
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Congress
Pr- Walé
Plan for New Basketball Board Curves into Play
The article notes a curved backboard may alter shooting given a new surface. It discusses potential changes players might need to make to their shooting sheets. Overall the Plan has advantages and drawbacks but is likely to be adopted widely next season.
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Seasor
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