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Newspaper
The Spectator
Location
Joliet, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1950
Page
6
March 22 report on Woodruff road crossing closure in Joliet prompts Forest Park residents to warn of hardship for about 400 workers. They cite detours, extra miles and fuel costs, urge protection with blinker lights, and criticize local officials and planners over the proposed action.
Edward J. Daniel, Assistant Supervisor, Joliet Township, warns that closing Woodruff road could trigger major disruption akin to a Boston tea party and urges consideration of a grade separation to ease traffic. He cites potential delays and protests as possible consequences.
In Peotone on March 2 the county is urged to elect a new sheriff Gerard Murray to restore safety and trust. The appeal denounces crime and corruption and calls for decisive leadership and accountability from the holder of the office.
Residents of Joliet's northwest section may see paving begin this spring weather permitting. Officials cited ground settlement as the cause of prior delays and promised start once conditions allow.
A reader letter from Mike Sanfilippo argues moisture remains in the ground and urges residents to relax while hoping officials are truthful about Joliet conditions. The writer signs off as “the gripe.”
Joliet March 22 The sheriff contest pits big money backers against a reform effort with Henry McCarthy as the popular ordinary working man on a shoestring campaign. He runs on volunteer help and promises to champion working men in the county.
Joseph B. Wagner, a Democratic candidate for Illinois state representative, denounces bribe attempts to withdraw him from the race. He cites his petition signers, his Capitol experience, and criticizes pork barrel spending and high legislative costs.
The piece mocks local leaders as birds in trees in Joliet. It urges residents to back a change and vote right in 1951 while criticizing taxes and delays. It mentions the mayor and four commissioners and ends with a nod to the fire department.
John W. Shroba, president of the Forest Park Civic Club, condemns E. D. Collins and George Lloyd for testifying before the Illinois Commerce Commission to aid the Elgin Joliet and Eastern railroad in closing the Woodruff road crossing. He accuses them of acting against Joliet’s traffic and public welfare and calls for repudiation by their organizations.
A rough remark dismisses tree climbing as risky with crowding and potential injuries noted. Authorities emphasize safety while locals debate activity limits and supervision at a staged outdoor scene.
A letter argues the closed primary system limits voter choice in Will County. The writer questions why the fall ballot offers two Republicans and one Democrat for the Illinois House and warns that bipartisan deals could lock in party control, defeating actual elections.
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