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Newspaper

The Spectator

Location

Joliet, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Mar 16, 1934

Page

2

Village Gossip and Social Roundup Notes

A lively local page reports Edward Siefert seen with an east side brunette, Sophie Bodarsky’s Walkathon success, Mary Sykes’ Catholic High plans, and Tommy Burton dating a west side girl. Other items mention Otsie Stalzer and Vick Getson with two girls, Eve lyn Iacinelli’s forthcoming engagement, and Judge John Nicholson visiting Hot Springs. Bonnie Titro and Peggy Komar jump rope as Babe Milge visits from Gary.

Bonnie Titro Peggy Komar

Local Characters Spotlight in Brief Notes

Jimmy McFarland, brother of Packey, rises as a top seven up player. Leonard Lyons comments that the country needs dough owed by foreign nations. Verna Anderson of the telephone company hosts a party and only accepts invited guests, warning others who try to crash.

Jimmy McFarland Packey Leonard Lyons Verna Anderson The Telephone Company

Bomb scare hits Jerry Dames car in morning incident

Jerry Dames was greatly excited the other morning when someone put a bomb in his automobile. No further details are provided about the suspect or motive.

Jerry Dames

Fireman Bill Burke Shows Off Special Wheels

Bill Burke a city fireman expresses pride in the unique wheels fitted to his Chevrolet and the look they give his car as a personal display.

Bill Burke

Irving Hirshfield Question on Cigar Purchases Timing

A reader asks when a person is expected to stop buying cigars after the initial arrival. The note seeks guidance on social or etiquette rules governing subsequent purchases.

Irving Hirshfield

Biased candidate cards target West Pines precinct

Dr Binzer of the Boston store issues a candidate card seen as most effective. Dave Fats Rosen campaigns daily seeking votes and aims to become a West Pines precinct committee man. Joe Kramer opposes Rosen.

Weity and Dr. Binzer Boston Dave Fats Rosen West Pines Joe Kramer

Sons of Erin Set St Patrick’s Dance Tomorrow

The Sons of Erin announce a St Patrick’s dance tomorrow evening with a seven piece orchestra providing music. A five dollar door prize adds interest. Admission is fifty five cents for men and free for women.

The Sons of Erin

Alyce Evett Seen With Chicago Beau Ahead of Spring

A west side reporter notes Alyce Evett is likely to attend a spring event with a handsome Chicago man, hinting at a budding romance and upcoming appearances.

James Londergon Press Tavern Madison and Market Streets Chicago Press Hearst News Daily Times West Side Alyce Evett

Farrell Declines Promises in County Clerk Run

John Farrell, a democratic candidate for county clerk, states he will not promise commitments if nominated and elected. The Cotton Shop opens at Zucker's with 25 spring cotton dresses on display and buyers already showing interest.

John “Jack” Farrell Zucker’s

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Rt 2 Wee Edward Siefert East Side Sophie Bodarski Joliet Mary” Sykes Catholic High Bookie Levin Blonde Venus Loop District Tommy Burton Otsie Stalzer Vick Getson Lorraine Lois Bob Spolarich Evelyn Iacinelli John Nicholson Hot Springs Frank Tezak Marty Dougherty Marty Auto Fame American Coal Co F. W. Egger Wilmington Lump Coal Chicago and Columbia Sts Velvet Root MRS. Tabb Maid Rite Rip Wylie SAT SUN Joviet Farm Market Joliets Poultry House Cass St Jefferson Street FITZ E. Jefferson Street Labor Temple OSS Bros. Majestic Loretta Young Franchot Tone Mary Cee Unuaren Angus Feltman & Curme Chicago St
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