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Newspaper

The Spectator

Location

Joliet, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jun 12, 1941

Page

2

Obituary of Kathryn McCraney 64 after illness

Kathryn McCraney 64 died after a yearlong illness. The obituary notes her death and mentions her age and lingering illness.

Obituaries for McCraney and Peterson families

In a Campbell street home services are set for Mrs. McCraney after a long illness. Survived by James husband four daughters Marie Catherine Cecilia Virginia a son Eugene two sisters and two brothers. Funeral from the home at 9 to St Raymonds at 9 30 interment Mt Olivet. Also Mrs Marie Peterson 71 died at 806 Meadow avenue a Rockdale resident for 43 years War Mothers member. Survived by Peter husband two daughters Hulda three sons Edward Engnar and Harry and sister Mrs Alice Anderson. Burial Elmhurst after services at Carlson Funeral Home 300 Youngs avenue officiated by Rev William Thornhberg.

Campbell Street McCraney Rosary Sodality of St. Raymond's Church Carlson Funeral Home Youngs Avenue William Thornhberg First Covenant Church Elmhurst Cemetery

James M. Smith Wins Harvard Scholarship

James McKinnon Smith of Lockport has been awarded a Harvard University scholarship after ranking highly in the April competitive examination. He was the top student in his senior class and will enter Harvard in September.

James McKinnon Smith Lockport Harvard University Jimmy

Moose Lodge Initiates 150 For 31st Joliet Anniversary

Moose Lodge No. 300 in Joliet announces the initiation of 150 new members tonight at Chicago Street club rooms as part of its 31st anniversary drive. The goal is 700 new members, with a reduced initiation fee from 20 to 5 dollars and incentives for recruiters.

Joliet Moose Lodge Chicago Street Joseph D. Anderson Anderson

Office Spectator Advertisement Rates and Contact

The Joliet office lists address 107-113 W Cass St Illinois with telephone 9237. John Hancock is the Advertising Manager. Subscription rates are 10 cents a month delivered by Carrie and 2.50 a year by mail. Single copies cost 5 cents and back issues 10 cents.

Office Spectator W. Cass St. Joliet Illinois John Hancock Carrie

In the lodge rooms at 229 N. A Cage Street

A note states a person will remain by until the quota of 700 is reached. The location is listed as lodge rooms at 229 North A Cage Street.

Harry Norian To Open Men's Store Saturday

Harry Norian will open a new men’s store at 52 N Chicago Street in the former Washington Shirt location. He brings Boston and Chicago clothing experience and active involvement in boy scout and athletic circles. Hanson, ex-Washington Shirt manager, joins the new venture. Free souvenirs will be given away on Saturday.

Harry’ Norian Dh Chicago Street Washington Shirt Company Mr. Hanson Washington Shirt Store

Calendar Workers Move Toward Unionization at Gerlach-Barklow

Reports indicate Gerlach-Barklow Calendar employees are joining unions and that many workers have signed cards signaling an upcoming union drive.

Gerlach-Barklow Calendar Company

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