Toys for Tots depots assigned in 12th annual drive
The Marine Corps reserve expands the Toys for Tots program with new pickup depots at Shell service stations and Will County photography studios. Calls for pickups go to 28313 as preparations continue for Christmas distribution to needy children.
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Marine Corps Reserve
Marine Reserve
Shell
Will County’Photographers Association
Stateville Penitentiary
Joliet Rotary Club
Marine Corps
Will County Professional Photographers’ Guild
John F. Scully
Ed Fiarman
Leon Studio
James Stephenson
Harrington Studio
Maj
W. A. Kluckman
Rockdale
Studios Tied to Plainfield Figures Ed Vance and Robert Larsen
Ed Vance and Robert Larsen, each operating studios in Plainfield, are identified as local studio owners contributing to the area’s arts scene.
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Ed Vance
Robert Larsen
Plainfield
Demo women party set Nov 22 in Will County
The Will County Democratic Women's organization held its regular monthly meeting at Mrs. Edward Archambeault home 702 Oneida. A card party is planned for Sunday afternoon Nov 22 at Young American club 553 Scott with cards banco and refreshments. Prizes are arranged by Mrs. Archambeault. Tickets available by calling Mrs. Lawrence L Sullivan or Mrs. Francis Loughran. Next meeting set for Dec 4 at Mrs. Raymond Mock home 406 Morgan.
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Demo
Will County
Democratic Women's Organization
Edward Archambeault
Oneida
Young American Club
Scott
Archambeault
Lawrence L. Sullivan
Francis Loughran
Raymond Mock
Morgan
Hit and run damages car parked in Monee
Chester Cross of Monee told city police his car was struck by a hit and run driver last night at 118 William Street. No suspect identified or injuries reported. Police continue investigation into the incident.
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Chester Cross
Monee
William
Steel workers return to Joliet plant after 116 day strike
Steel workers at the Joliet American Steel and Wire plant resume duties after an 116 day walkout. Families describe tight budgets and worry over Christmas funds while the industry forecasts gradual production with $100 company loans to bridge paydays. The Caterpillar Tractor Co plans to resume by November 30, easing layoffs elsewhere.
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Joliet
American Steel & Wire Co
Eisenhower
American Steel & Iron Institute
Joseph J. Just
Caterpillar Tractor Co
Opening CMA concert opens 1959 60 series with Russian dancers
Civic Music association opens its 1959 60 concert series November 22 at Pershing school auditorium featuring Zina and Kolya Russian dancers. Subscriptions include Robert Schrade on February 24 and Karlsrud Chorale on January 31. Closing St Louis Symphony performance in late April to be announced. Association president Stefanich says membership ecards mailed to last month enrollees. Admission by membership card only.
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Civic Music Association
Zina
Kolya
Pershing School
Robert Schrade
Karlsrud Chorale
St. Louis Sinfonietta
Matthew W. Stefanich
Association
City to vacate two downtown stations for near loop sites
Acting City Manager Jack Rohlf says the city will abandon the downtown police and fire stations and look for near loop properties to house police fire and public works. Officials cited high repair costs and condemnation rules while considering centralizing departments and avoiding lift bridge obstacles.
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Jack Rohlf
Rohlf
Ottawa St
Joliet St
Chester B. Lewis
Grade board reviews Central school lease in Joliet
Joliet school board discusses the Central school property lease amid delay in development. A $500,000 building was to be erected at Chicago and Webster streets, with advance rent of $100,000 already paid for four years. The board deferred a final decision and planned December agenda items.
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Chicago
Webster Streets
American National Bank and Trust Co
Ford C
Joliet Realtor
Joliet Public School Board
Louis R. Bertani
Twenty Eight Floats Enter Joliet Christmas Parade
The Joliet Christmas parade on November 24 at 7 p m will include 28 floats from community groups and schools. Organizers urge entries and categorize floats into religious or fantasyland divisions while bands from six schools will perform. The event, non commercial in theme, is organized by the Joliet Association of Commerce with Don Nepote as parade chairman.
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Beta Sigma Phi
Joliet City Council
Pershing School
Cub Scout Pack No. 14
Chaney School
Women of the Moose
Crusaders Club
CYO
St. Francis Academy
Guardian Angel Home
Christian Family Movement
Joliet Catholic High School
Joliet Jaycees
Ottawa St. Methodist Church
Joliet Federal Savings & Loan
Tional Bank of Joliet
Union National Bank
Joliet Association of Commerce
W. van Buren
Don Nepote
Nepote
Charles Peters
Lockport Township
Hufford Junior High
Washington-Gompers
Rockdale School
Peters
The
Association of Commerce
Joliet
What is a Teacher In American Education Week Voices
Three Joliet Township High School sophomores describe a teacher as a human being a guide and a friend not a ruler. They note teachers act as police and judge when needed and watch dogs for parents and students alike.
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Grace Tippet
Jolietnship High
Robert Kleck
Elaine Lipinski
Mike Hamlin
Post Office Notice From Joliet Illinois
Filing marks the publication as second class matter dated October 1 1946 at Joliet Illinois post office under the act of March 8 1897 and related postal regulations.
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Joliet
Ilinois
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Anderson Sudies
Harrington
Joseph D. Matthews
Matthews Studios
Ray Rossi
Rossi Studios
Leon Studios
John Winke
Winke
CMA
Central School
Yale
the Spectator
the People’s Newspaper
William R. McCabe
the Spectator Pulishing Company
Spectator
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