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Newspaper
The Spectator
Location
Joliet, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1931
Page
3
A collage of gossip and local color touches on Ray Ju Landis and broadcasting, a Joliet street sign for Will County beer, and a cine and theater tease about Touchdown. It recalls a tale of a wealthy man and his long serving valet and the valet’s reaction to news of the employer’s marriage.
The White Store hosted a Joliet rifle club trophy shoot at the prison range. Fred Johansen posted the high score among eleven shooters with 895, followed by Comer Tewee 890 and others in the 860s to 879 range. The winner’s target and trophy are displayed in The White store window.
A romance where Rachel Buck, a thrill seeking woman, meets a wounded ex soldier bachelor. The story contrasts fast living with the deeper meanings of life as she discovers sacred values from him. The Book Shop price is $2.50.
Ferber novel explores American life embracing diverse nationalities and progress over seas. The second book by Wiley Post and Harold Gatty offers engaging travel tales with pictures and intro by winners, aimed at youths.
A new Loop diner and cafe will open Thanksgiving night in the former Chamber of Commerce building under Lawrence Crowley. Joseph Barr will supervise the cafe. the dining room and ballroom available for parties. A six piece orchestra plays from six each evening.
Mayor William Hennessy said a pay day for street and water department workers will occur late next week with sufficient funds to cover them. He added that in the following week funds will be available to pay additional city departments.
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