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Newspaper
The Spectator
Location
Joliet, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1940
Page
2
The Sunday observance centers on fathers who become the head of the home for the day. Wives and children will honor Dad with gifts from Joliet stores, and he may enjoy a fishing trip or relax at home, depending on his mood.
Townsend clubs from the Eleventh Congressional district will be guests of Will county clubs 1 and 4 at a picnic on the island at Wilmington Sunday June 16. The public is invited to hear speeches on the Townsend plan and join games and athletic contests. Contact Mr. Jack Denver of the Woodruff Bus Station for transportation and rates.
Census figures reported by Henry Koerner show New Lenox township rising from 1491 in 1930 to 2099 in 1940 while Peotone declines from 1154 to 1142. German fire brigades are reorganized as fire protection police with crimson facings and steel helmets replacing traditional hats.
More than 150 persons seeking American citizenship will be examined next Monday by Circuit Judge James V. Bartley after passing preliminary tests. Circuit Clerk George J. Buttell Jr. noted rising requests for naturalization, with September hearings already over 150 examinations planned as the European war spurs interest.
The Illinois Emergency Relief commission announces July CCC enrollments with local offices at 35 W Van Buren. About 100000 youths are to be enrolled nationwide. Illinois quota is 5500 and Will County 150. Many enrollees leave early for private work, and others gain jobs using conservation skills.
Joliet park board and Association of Commerce plan a gala Independence Day with a large fireworks display to be held at Joliet Municipal airport if FAA permission is granted. otherwise Nowell Park. A band concert and other entertainment are promised with parks hosting additional activities all day. Commissions appoint Mahoney Pilcher and Peterson to coordinate with the commerce committee.
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