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Newspaper

The Spectator

Location

Joliet, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Oct 02, 1931

Page

20

Prisoners Hear World Series Broadcasts On Radio

Under orders from Warden Henry C Hill 4700 inmates in both prisons listen to the World Series games between St Louis and Philadelphia. The radio is heard in every cellhouse and officials say the privilege helps restore order and good will. The broadcasts were halted briefly but resumed with good behavior and will continue unless circumstances change. Inmates confined to cells welcome the broadcasts to fill a dull day.

Henry C. Hill St. Louis

Joliet Jewish Federation Elects Four New Directors

Four new members joined Joliet Jewish Federation board seats after a Wednesday night meeting and vote. The 21 member board will elect officers at a meeting scheduled for next week with date to be announced.

Joliet

Three Day Fashion Revue Closes at Rialto Tonight

Tonight marks the close of a three day fashion revue at the Rialto Theatre foyer. Directed by M. A. Greenfield and S. Robbins the event showcased living models displaying the latest women’s wear. Shows run between performances with free dancing after the evening program.

Kline Tore Rialto Theatre M. A. Greenfield S. Robbins

Fahey Seen as Likely Democratic Candidate for Court Post

Patrick D. Fahey real estate broker may run on the Democratic ticket in the coming election. He has led Rialto annex and apartment projects in the city and is vice president of Caster Fahey and Mariner Building Corporation. Friends have urged him to seek a courthouse position.

Patrick D. Fahey Fahey Rialto Annex Caster, Fahey and Mariner Building Corporation Altho

Last Line Contest Winner Seeks Next Entry

The Spectator invites another entry for the last line contest. A lad named Harry Hill drives a quest for a thrill, leaping into his car as he searches for a new ending.

Joan Beltram East Washington Street Harry Hill

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