Township Election Nears With Party Leaders Claiming Victory
With the township election set for Tuesday April 2 candidates on all tickets declare victory. Democrats back Emmett McGuire for commissioner of highways while Republicans rely on John Kirincich Jr to carry the party. Herbert May runs on the Independent ticket as voters rally for final push before polls open at 6 am and close at 5 pm.
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Emmett McGuire
John Kirincich, Jr
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Herbert May
McGuire Kirincich Seek Highway Commissioner Post
Photos show Emmett McGuire the present highway commissioner and John Kirincich Jr seeking the post. Herbert May runs for highway commissioner on the Independent ticket.
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Keen Interest Shown in Race for Park Board Jobs
Five candidates compete for two Jo liet park board seats in the township election set for Tuesday April 2. Incumbents J Ray Lindblad Don L Mateer and Raymond A Pilcher vie with Edgar Hartley and George F Mahoney Jr advertising director of The Spectator. New members likely take office at the first May park board meeting after vote canvass.
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Joliet Park Board
Park Board
J. Ray Lindblad
Don L. Mateer
Raymond A. Pilcher
Edgar Hartley
George F. Mahoney, Jr
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Spectator
Glenn G. Paul
Spectator Spring Health Drive Promotes Mothers and Children
The Spectator via Joliet and Will County sponsors a national April health drive to improve infant care and reduce mortality. It urges mothers to choose proper foods drugs and clothing and to observe health standards in April 1935, with business leaders supporting the effort.
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Will County
Last Chance to Apply for 1935 State License Plates
State policemen will re check Joliet next week and arrest violators. Motorists arrested will be fined not less than 10 dollars plus costs according to Springfield notices.
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Joliet
Springfield
Four State Convicts In Prison A Century Ago
In a century old account the prison population was tiny with only four convicts described as present this month. The piece notes the rarity of convicts and contrasts it with today’s numbers.
La Follette to Speak at Joliet Sunday Evening
Senator Robert M. LaFollette Jr of Wisconsin will headline Joliet Sunday Evening club events at 7 30 pm March 1 in the high school auditorium. He will discuss A New Deal or a New Deck as the final lecture in a series with a musical program by Joliet High School Band.
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Wisconsin
Joliet Sunday Evening Club
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Joliet High School
A. R. McAllister
Gladys Easter
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New Progressive Party
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Fire Chief Nygren and Inspector Inspect City Cabarets
Fire Chief John Nygren and Building Inspector Fred Pfaff lead a sweep of north west cabarets and taverns to detect fire hazards. They warn owners to fix exits inflammable decor and inward swinging doors while state inspectors plan a two to three week visit. Spectator carrier boys prepare for monthly collections with delivery help contacts.
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John Nygren
Fred Pfaff
Robert Wraith
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Joliet High School Installs Public Address System
Work is underway on a new public address system at Joliet high school. The gift from the 1960 graduating class and Joliet National Honor Society funds will fund installation in the auditorium and music room, with five large study halls to seat 3,000. The Olroyd and Ramsey radio shop completes the installation.
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Joliet High School
W. W. Haggard
Joliet
National Honor Society
Olroyd and
Ramsey Radio
Weather Outlook Promises Clear Bright Skies
The weatherman forecasts clear and brisk conditions for the next 24 hours in the vicinity. Winds are shifting with some indication of cloudiness toward the latter part of the week.
Veterans Volleyball Tournament Scheduled At YMCA Saturday
Indoor baseball games dot the schedule while the veterans state volley tourney looms Saturday afternoon at the YMCA. The lineup lists matches including TsM's versus C's and Young Men's Division against Y's, with A's to follow and a large crowd anticipated.
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Joliet Residents Laud Real Estate Show at Chamber Exhibit
Joliet residents crowded the Chamber of Commerce building to applaud the Own Your Own Home and Modernization exhibit presented by the Joliet Real Estate board. The event showcased home ownership options and modernization efforts attracting local interest.
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