Culbertson Children Warned About Dumpyard Playground
Worried parents allege Culbertson school children play in a tar paper dumping area behind the school. They criticize Dr. Brady and Mr. Geissler and urge the board to act to shield children from filth and fire risk amid odors from July.
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Joliet City Lines cuts late night bus from Lockport
The Joliet City Lines reduced services in Joliet and Lockport, ending the 12:10 a.m. run from Lockport to Joliet. Protests claim the changes reverse progress in the industrial area and burden commuters. Mr Kinsley is cited as noting the schedule cut after a service audit.
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Call for extended bus service to North Lockport and Joliet
Lockport Local 222 OWIU CIO urges extended bus routes to North Lockport and Joliet and later nightly service beyond midnight to serve workers and shoppers. The letter cites a 12 10 bus with no passengers due to late hours and a garage route, risking losses for merchants and residents as industry grows. Glenn W. Ziesemer signs as secretary.
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State constitution should be revised in Illinois
Joliet October 20 The Blue ballot program seeks amendments to the 1870 state charter to modernize the constitution. Among four proposals amendments two and three focus on Article X about county government. Proposition two allows sheriffs and county treasurers to seek consecutive reelection, aligning with other county offices amid safeguards like surety bonds.
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Proposition Two and Three End County Salary Rigidity
The article argues for Prop two and Prop three to shift salary setting from the state to local boards. Five county officers would have salaries determined by county boards of supervisors under the proposed changes, while the legislature retains power over other counties offices. Supporters say it strengthens home rule, boosts efficiency, and attracts better candidates amid perceived encroachment by larger government units.
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Route 66 A drivers crackdown praised by Joliet residents
A Joliet reader commends the state police for cracking down on speeding on Route 66 A from Joliet to Wilmington. The letter cites reckless driving by plant workers near Elwood and asks for continued enforcement to restore safe travel on the highway.
Doerfler Praised as Will County Sheriff Candidate
An Independent Voter endorses Sheriff Roy Doerfler highlighting honesty integrity and FBI training. The letter urges voters to back Doerfler next month to continue strict law enforcement and safe clean Will County.
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Fines or arrests for violators Joliet
A reader questions the presence of state police on Route 66 A and asks why reckless drivers are not being cracked down on, noting concerns about law enforcement on the roads leading to Joliet.
Plant workers urged to slow down on highways
Readers urge officials to partner with large plants to curb reckless driving. They warn of bloodshed before police act and call for education plus stricter penalties to set an example and reduce speeds.
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Smoke nuisance at Culbertson school
A Joliet taxpayer complains about smoke from Culbertson school causing oily smoke and fires on the surrounding fill. He claims past fires burn underground and health impacts, urging action to stop dumping combustible material and protect future building sites.
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de Ine Susance
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Believe Kelly for park board coordinator role
Joliet October 17 agreement favors Art Kelly as coordinator of park departments. The letter argues Kelly’s park board tenure, understanding of duties, and need for clear responsibility to end past bickering among department heads. It supports Kelly as best suited to sweep into the new post.
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Lady in red coupe nearly killed by oncoming train
In Joliet on Route 2 West Jefferson Street a Mercury coupe narrowly avoided a train as the car crossed tracks. The driver, described as a lady in a red car, halted after the near miss with the bell and horn sounding.
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