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Joliet Industries Thrive Amid Optimism in May 1931
The Joliet Observer notes strong industrial activity with rising power use and higher store sales. Leaders like L C Stephens and Hartman’s Furniture report solid conditions, while several chemical and wallpaper firms run near full capacity. The Will County Choral Union, directed by Glenn Cliffe Bainum, receives praise as Bainum’s career highlights and Northwestern University ties are outlined.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. C. Stephens
Public Service Company
Peoples Outfitting Company
Ruberoid Co
Broadway
Superior Chemical Co
Blockson Chemical Co
Calumet Chemical Co
Glenn Cliffe Bainum
Will County Choral Union
Mr. Bainum
Bainum
United States
Boston
Northwestern University
Juliet
Chicago