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Newspaper
The Spectator
Location
Joliet, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1949
Page
3
The Sun-Times laments the sudden zeal of lawmakers to curb party bosses in Illinois as they weigh a constitutional convention. It advocates reviving the primary and criticizes the party circle, noting that many miss votes, making decisive constitutional outcomes unlikely under the current system.
Six persons were injured in Joliet area collisions last night and early today. Three victims in a three car crash at Chicago and Ohio, and another mishap at 1300 North Broadway involved Jack McDonald and John Krameric. Frank Wehrl of Naperville died at St Joseph's hospital this morning.
Democratic and Republican leaders in Joliet prepare for a tight race to elect 21 township officials on April 5. Democrats set up at Woodruff hotel rooms 210 and 211, Republicans in the Morris building suite. Campaign chiefs are being chosen, with Peterson hinting at new leadership and the GOP stressing past stewardship. Democrats aim to mobilize supporters through rallies and voter transport, while acknowledging ongoing organizing and a push for a decisive victory. Arthur H. Biederman will oppose Peterson for township chief.
Calvin Abbott remains in the county jail awaiting a hearing on a traffic violation charge. The Joliet Spectator notes his 11 prior arrests and 11 accidents, with his latest arrest at about 3 am for riding a motorcycle. The Joliet police reportedly tire of handling his cases.
Robert Adams of 623 Howard Street was stopped for speeding by Officers Orville Besfield and Vincent Ruddy. He showed intoxication and unsafe brakes, argued with Captain Trizna, was placed in the bullpen then solitary confinement, and held for court after Police Magistrate Sprague’s visit.
Oley Robinette reported a black 1939 Buick parked behind his Raynor and Jefferson station all day. Police confirmed the car, stolen the night before from Joseph W. Joleni ch at 811 Rose Avenue, was undamaged and would be returned. Fingerprints may be requested.
Eddie Dorris of 508 Cleveland Avenue was summoned to pay the $5 remainder of a $7.25 speeding fine. He had agreed to pay on Feb 4 but did not, and police found he lacked 1948 and 1949 city vehicle tags. He was ordered to appear in police court.
Campaign chairman Meade Baltz said the 1949 drive is on schedule as totals approach 15000. Early gifts exceed 9000 with strong county town participation, and Baltz urged more worker outreach while noting Woodward Oklahoma topped its drive on day one after tornado disaster in the prior year.
A combined Joliet Township High School and grade schools committee meeting was held this afternoon in grade school offices. Dr. George Stafford of the University of Illinois led the session, guiding continued work on the health program for all local schools.
Francis R. Horwath of 655 Francis Street was booked and released after police brought him in for a dangerous left turn into oncoming traffic. He was ordered to report to police court this morning.
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