09 Nov 1934
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Newspaper
The Spectator
Location
Joliet, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1934
Page
1
The Joliet Symphony Orchestra vows to perform music for public enjoyment rather than for musicians. It aims to avoid technical programs and attract a wide audience with accessible concerts starting November 19, urging local support in Joliet, a notably musical town.
The writing laments the frequency of national elections and praises the recent peaceful local contests. It notes England’s quick transition and praises candidates as decent neighbors who worked hard and behaved well, urging cooperation to maintain government machinery for the public good.
Veterans of the World War plan Armistice Day activities including a morning parade led by the high school band and ROTC units followed by open house gatherings at veteran clubs. The American Legion hosts a cabaret at the Elks club with hundreds of reservations. J J Cohen of White Stores will present gifts to parade participants.
Senator Richard J. Barr won reelection by a 1298 vote majority. J Vs McCarthy defeated Democrat will contest. Michael Breen defeated William Barrowman by over 2000 votes.
The Democratic party wins a county election ending Tuesday's vote, enabling new officeholders to take charge December 3. Elected are George Nee Sr county clerk Conrad J Wirth treasurer Michael J Breen sheriff and Milton Sonntag probate clerk. The victory racks Republican incumbents amid strong New Deal support nationwide.
Police work near the McDonough bridge after a river fall is suspected as a boy remains missing. A police dog repeatedly swam, barked from a raft, and divers dragged the water with Capt. Ervin Boe directing. Neighbors reported a boy screaming near the area earlier today.
The Spectator announces a publishing date change to Thursday starting next week to give subscribers more time to read merchant ads for weekend bargains. Merchants advocated the move to increase visibility before Saturday.
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