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Newspaper

The Spectator

Location

Joliet, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Mar 11, 1954

Page

3

Who speaks for the G. O. P. in New York Times stance

The Republican National committee names Vice President Nixon to respond to Stevenson's speech, dissociating the party from McCarthy. The move aims to curb McCarthy’s influence and protect Eisenhower era GOP independence amid internal tensions and calls from Senator Flanders. The piece argues the test is party control, not free speech, and urges Eisenhower to uphold decisive leadership.

Republican Party Nixon McCarthy Stevenson Wisconsin Truman Republican National Committee Mr. McCarthy Flanders Eisenhower

Flanders Breaks Silence on McCarthyism in Senate

In a Senate speech Ralph E. Flanders of Vermont denounces the excesses of Joseph McCarthy while urging caution over the wartime like fight against Communism. He criticizes the Wisconsin senator’s housecleaning method as dangerous and notes limited legislative progress during the session.

St. Louis Wisconsin Flanders Washington United States Canada

Voting registration ends Monday in Joliet and region

The League of Women Voters urges final registrations for the April 13 primary. Volunteers man booths and canvass neighborhoods while making reminders through civic groups. Final day for new registrations is Monday at the county clerk's office and changes of address are due Tuesday.

League of Women Voters Joliet Camvassing A. H. Jackson Toastmistress Club John Kimzsbury Herbert Best E C Huntington George Phaillips PTA Joseph H. Hartley

Terpsichorean trouble ends in divorce suit

Mrs Pearl Stomitsch of Lockport filed for divorce from Elmer Stomitsch alleging cruelty and neglect of the conjugal arts after two years of marriage at Plainfield. She seeks alimony legal fees and a restraining order to prevent removal of furnishings from their home at 313 State street.

Pearl Stomitsch Lockport Elmer Ben Crunelty Plainfield Childr Aimmeny State Street

Local housewife wins letter writing contest

Mrs. William Korst of 19 X Browdsay won first prize in The Spectator sponsored What would you do if you were mayor contest. Ralph C. Worden took second for a letter about city planning and enforcement of subdivision rules. Ancus Joss, now in Toronto, placed third for a letter on city needs.

William Korst N. Broadway The Spectator Ralph C. Worden Angus Joss Jolietan Toronto Canada Spectator Photo X. Browdsay the . Spectator Piacim Im? Krimss Lane Rordenm Am Emplore Joliet Arsenal Jolietanm Ancus Joss Prim Menthem James A. George Jr Joliet Joss Mariny

Centennial committee set plans for Elwood parade float entries

Elwood centennial organizers including Jackson Community Club Woodman Sportsman and Elwood Parents and Teachers Association announced float plans and parade chairs William Kurkamp and William Hibner. The event features a queen 20 horses a town exhibit and local groups selling items at the celebration.

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Secretary of State Revokes Waices Driver Licence

The Secretary of State cancels Waices R s driver license due to license status concerns. The action removes driving privileges and triggers possible further penalties under state law.

Secretary of State C Carperitie Waices

Masters label suit on sheriff reelection confuses voters

Sheriff Roy C. Doerfler faces a challenge to his re nomination as Harry Schultz Jr. sues claiming ineligibility. State's Attorney Frank H. Masters Jr. calls the filing a calculated ploy before his vacation as Masters supports Doerfler and will defend him. Pearce notes constitution bars a sheriff from succeeding himself. Masters cites state court and attorney general rulings to argue otherwise. An answer or other pleading is due by April 5.

Roy C. Doerfler Frank H. Masters Jr Masters Doerfler Harry Schultz Jr Will Township John S. Pearce Pearce State Supreme Court Attorney General Schultz Joliet Florida

Injury suit seeks $20000 over auto crash injuring girl

Mrs. Sally Beavers files in circuit court for her daughter Willie Bee Bloodsaw, 10, alleging driver Janes Larson caused a crash on McDonough between Water and Desplaines by speeding and faulty brakes. The child suffered crippling injuries.

Sally Beavers Willie Bee Bloodsaw Janes Larson McDonour Desplaines McDonough Larson

Salem Home for the Aged inmate jailed for disorderly conduct

Marerick Hobson, 51, was arrested yesterday morning at the Salem Home for the Aged and jailed by deputy sheriffs on a disorderly conduct charge.

Marerick Hobson Salem

Joliet Diocese Names Leaders for High School Campaign

Joliet Catholic district appoints parish chairmen and executive committees for a new girls academy and expansions at Joliet Catholic Boys High School. Listed are St Bernard’s Sts Cyril and Methodius St Mary Nativity St Patrick’s St Pauls St Mary Joliet St Thaddeus St Joseph parishes with named lay chairmen co chairs and members.

Joliet High School Edwin V. Hoover William C. Cunningham Joliet Catholic Boys High School St. Bernard's Church Francis Loughran Sterling Avenue Edward Doergen Walter Schuler Thomas Clinton Francis Regan St. Mary’s Church Joliet Raymond Moore William Irwin George F. Mahoney Jr Raymond Stoiber Jr Art Smith Emmett Ryan Patrick Condon Joseph O’brien Leo Pasternak Donald Murphy St. Thaddeus Church Edward A. Swiertz Parks Avenue Michael Blahut Collins Street Stanley Spolnik Eastern Avenue Joseph Krol W. Marion Street Michael Behmetiuk Lockport Charles Jagodzinski Chase Avenue St. Joseph's Matt Slana Raub Street Eugene Tezak Clement Street John Culik Barry Avenue George Veriin Catherine Street Anthony Buchar Marble Street

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