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Newspaper
The Spectator
Location
Joliet, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1932
Page
3
A fragmented Joliet scene recalls a homeless man Tony facing a 10 day continuance, locals like Sam and Henry, police encounters at a window shoes gag, and a mix of storefronts. The piece names Cass Street figures, a Rialto marquee, and several trades from meat dealers to carpenters, painting and baking shops.
The E. J and E annual vaudeville show at the Steel Works club last night offered a broad variety rivaling Ziegfeld in spirit. Twelve acts ranged from Hawaiian guitarists to a 1933 hot a-cha troupe with broad applause for all, and a uniformly enjoyable, well run program.
Milk wagon drivers voted to accept a 13 percent salary cut after the retail price of milk dropped from 18 to 11 cents per quart. The decision followed a union meeting at the Labor Temple and took effect March 1 with a 10 percent flat wage cut and reduced commissions. the vote was 40 to 3.
Nicholas Raine 61 died at 801 S Ottawa following a riot. Several men were jailed for involvement in the August holdup of Alfred Anderson 31 Elm Highlands with over $2,000. William Tippens 47 died at his son in law’s home. Peter Wagner 78 died after a prolonged illness at 821 Clay St. Palazzini 79 of 912 Desplaines and 14 others faced charges tied to a case at the time of William Hulghizer 77 who died at his sister’s home after a short illness. Anne mayor Satie based at 103 First Ave after a lingering illness.
Members of the Board of Woman's Club honored Mrs. pegs ie C. H. Arentz yesterday at the twelfth yearly club meeting in the ballroom of the hotel. The program featured remarks from club presidents and insiders including Grant Hounter, Omer A. Whittton, Arthur C. een, Mrs. Geo Ralph Hueston, and Mrs. Barrett.
Mrs Henry Beckwith of Joliet will address a regular meeting of the La Woman's club at the Lockport club. The program and details are announced for the upcoming session.
The Jewish Women's Council announces a benefit card party and supper next Wednesday. Prizes will be awarded. Miss Lillian Fisher and Mrs. Max Miller serve as co chairmen in charge of the affair. Public invited.
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