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Newspaper
The Spectator
Location
Joliet, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1934
Page
11
The first two months of 1924 saw 718 crossing accidents, up 184 from 1933, with 240 fatalities and 875 injuries. The report notes a 34 percent rise and urges motorists to stop, look and listen as summer travel may exceed recent years.
The first police department picnic held last Sunday near Wilmington at Chief Nicholas Fornango's cottage along the Kankakee river drew strong praise. Paul Schoene, owner of the Woodruff hotel, supervised the dinner and evening luncheon. The Schoene cottage was used for department members throughout the day and evening.
Joliet city residents show 14 120 library cards in active circulation says chief librarian Mrs Rena M Barickman. The figures reflect readers with cards dating back as far as five years and some renewals stretch twenty five years.
A long running case in police court centers on Joe who owes Judge J Nicholson money for fines. Facing disorderly conduct charges he mutters promises to pay as he is released, a habitual pattern described over 15 years. The tale closes with a quip about sleeping with eyes open.
A spectator style ad offers motor, body and top work plus brake adjustments for Fords Chevrolets and hydraulic parts. Free estimates with no obligation and a call number 294890. Brakes refinished from six dollars, other services from one dollar and up with a full guarantee.
Classified ad blurbs list wrecker service Chet Wilfong barber shop nails and watches from John McGuire and Fred A Prehn. Repair shops for lawn mowers, alarms, clocks, safes and locks. Local businesses promote food, ice cream, chicken, music gear, and house moving supplies with contact info and prices.
Recent rains over the past few days transformed concerns into relief for farmers and truck gardeners in the area, saving most crops from drought stress and boosting confidence in the upcoming harvest.
Appointment of William Clark to a captaincy at the old prison was announced by Warden George Sehring. Clark, a former U S Army captain, will replace Capt William Morris who resigned recently and will begin duties immediately at the old prison.
Fragmented listings outline shows performers Spencer Tracey Jack Oakie and Wallace Beery in varied titles like Looking for Teaskie and Vival Villa. Other acts include Eddie Cantor Ken Maynard Buck Jones and mixed show names, with unclear dates and venues.
A note on upcoming Princess theatre engagements promises ZaSu Pitts singing in the RKO Radio comedy Like It. The Tuesday and Wednesday showings will feature her musical turn, described as a perk for those lucky enough to hear. Tickets and times not listed.
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