19 Oct 1934
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Newspaper
The Spectator
Location
Joliet, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1934
Page
1
The Chicago weather bureau reports possible frost by Sunday evening with severe temperature drops in Northern Michigan and Wisconsin. The forecast warns of chilly conditions sweeping through the region.
A Joliet column urges practical banking plans over personal dislike of ties color. It notes Fort Wayne National Bank's growth to ten million in deposits in one year and calls for constructive action to aid the community.
An editorial endorses retaining Senator Barr as Senate leader for the 41st District. It praises leadership and intelligent fellowship, supports the Illinois State Senate leadership, and endorses the National Democratic Platform if adhered to.
Joliet and Watchmakers meet in Elgin as Millsmen, led by coach Doug Mills, defend their conference standing. The lineup shifts due to injuries and strategy with Wal Huey at halfback and Kerwin Pearce stepping in as back.
Publishers announce state seal spoons made of Rogers silverware are now available to readers. The spoons are heavy with Illinois state seal design deeply engraved in the handle and a full page ad in The Spectator promotes the offer.
Michael Breen the Democratic candidate for sheriff is reported slightly improved after yesterday's blood transfusion due to a natal hemorrhage. Local hospital officials gave the update and noted Breen remains under close observation.
A 75 member business meeting in the abandoned Chamber of Commerce building voted to press tax collections. They formed a committee led by Elmer Geissler to work with the county board on forcing payment of income producing property taxes, citing Chicago success and rising Will County arrears. Harold Wallace outlined the plan and its potential court actions.
Dr George E Faulkner a young Joliet physician performed a rare heart operation on Charles Jenkins a 24 year old man stabbed by his common law wife. The surgery closed a one and a half inch heart wound with five stitches removing two ribs. Jenkins survived and was improving at St Josephs hospital with good recovery odds. Faulkner a Jefferson Medical College graduate closely supervised the case and has seven years practice in Joliet.
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