Banks Hope to Reopen Tomorrow Under Roosevelt Plan
Local bankers expect a reopening by tomorrow if a federal order is issued and departments can prep today. Washington outlined that unsound banks stay closed until reorganized and payrolls and household operations may be prioritized. Bankers anticipate two billion in new currency to aid sound banks nationwide.
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Editorial on politics and currency in a changing era
The piece mocks the new session and party loyalties while noting a looming nine month political upheaval. It questions qualifications for office, critiques campaign influences on the Post Office, and ponders the meaning of large currency in circulation versus banked funds.
Sectional Games Promise Thrills
Basketball fans eager to view fast play will see the annual sectional cage tourney starting here Wednesday night. Waukegan is favored to win and cap the state title, but faces tough opposition throughout. Tickets cost 2.50 for five sessions or 50 cents per session. Games run Wednesday to Saturday with semi finals Saturday morning.
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Joliet Man James T. McSherry Celebrates 88th Birthday
James T. McSherry of 610 North Chicago street Joliet marked his eighty eighth birthday today after living in Joliet for forty five years.
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Joliet
James McGrath
Wilfred Smith
French Lane
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