R. R. section foreman criticizes motorists cooperation in Joliet crossing repair
The Joliet R. R. section foreman sighs over driver behavior while repairing a street crossing. He notes most motorists cooperate but a nine percent resist traffic rules, with one percent easily confused. He insists crossings should stay open when possible and pledges to take blame for Henderson Avenue work. Cass and Jackson streets are now OK.
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Henderson Avenue
Cass and
Jackson Streets
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Laundry service saves Will County families time
Work Saver Mrs. Tim McCarthy says the laundry service fits her family needs and provides quick courteous service. The ad invites readers to send their next bundle to American Institute Laundry and to call Jennie White at 9201 to join many Will County housewives in saving washday drudgery.
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Tim McCarthy
Plainfield Road
American Institute Laundry
Jennie White
Reader praises Joliet railroad crossing coverage
April 20 note from Joe McCall thanks The Spectator for reporting Joliet crossings problems. He cites Cass street Jackson street Henderson avenue and Mac Donough street as dangerous for motorists and urges prompt repairs on state highways.
Joliet Rail Crossing Repairs Praised by Spectator Readers
In Joliet on April 18 The Spectator reported progress on removing bumps at railroad crossings. Cass and Jackson streets are fixed while McDonough street remains rough though expected to be addressed by Rock Island soon. Motorists thank the paper for its stance.
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Joliet
Spectator
Cass
Jackson
McDonough Street
Rock Island
Keep Letters Brief for Quick Publication
Readers are urged to keep letters to 150 words to ensure printing. Editors may cut longer submissions and will print complete letters when concise. Include names and addresses with submissions. names can be withheld on request.
Mental Hygene Week Marked in Joliet Notice
Joliet designates May 4 to 10 as Mental Hygiene week. The text extols mind's power to shape life and destiny, urging pure heart, lofty dreams, and control over circumstances through belief and thought.
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Joliet
Stray dogs torment West Side taxpayer and property owner
A writer complains of persistent stray and neighbor dogs in the West Side, citing failed dog catcher efforts and police action. The letter urges stronger enforcement and claims residents must fence yards to protect property, asking what a taxpayer must do to get results.
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Juliet
The
Spectator
Janice
Ed Daniel
Capt
Belfield
Jackson
Earl, Morgan
Mia Jland
Cornerstone Church sermon on mental hygiene by Rev. Phillip B. Oliver
The pastor urges cherishing visions and ideals as the source of a heavenly environment. He stresses guarding the mind as mental hygiene and claims true salvation rests within the heart and mind.
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Cornerstone Church
Phillip B. Oliver
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