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Newspaper

The Spectator

Location

Joliet, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Oct 28, 1932

Page

3

Democrats Eye Looming Victory in Will County

The Observer notes six Democratic nominees in Will County facing a decisive election as Horner appears likely to win. Francis J. Loughran leads the ticket for state's attorney against William R. McCabe, while Bernard J. Fay campaigns for county auditor opposing Thomas K. Sprague. Ruth Brannon, newly out of college, stands out as a rising orator in Republican territory.

Will County Michael F. Hennebry Henry Horner Messers Small Thompson Small Joliet Francis J. Loughran William R. McCabe Loughran Homer G. Grumman Wheatland Bernard J. Fay Thomas K. Sprague Sprague Fay Grumman Grommon Court House Ruth Brannon Manhattan Illinois University Illinois Plainfield

Loughran Predicted Victory for Will County State's Attorney

Veteran observers forecast an overwhelming win for Francis J. Loughran in Will County as his upright reputation and candor attract cross party support. Predictions claim rural and urban voters alike back the Democratic nominee for chief law enforcement officer, regardless of party lines.

Francis J. Loughran Will County Mr. Loughran Loughran

Even Paupers Entitled to Automobiles

Oscar E. Carlstrom of Illinois cites Chicago Motor Club ruling that a pauper may own a car without losing public assistance. He calls the automobile essential for job seeking, arguing it is not a luxury and needed for work access.

Oscar E. Carlstrom Ens Illinois Hicago Motor Club

US Crude Oil Output Rises in Week Ended Oct 22

Crude oil production averaged 32,846 barrels daily in the week ending October 22, with gains in Oklahoma and California offset by losses in other major fields. Total daily production stood at 2,151,289 barrels.

Oklahoma California Tulsa Oil and Gas Journal

Willow Avenue church youths host Halloween party

The Young People's society of Willow Avenue Presbyterian held a Halloween party last night in a barn at the J A Maxwell residence in Pilcher Park.

Young People’s Society of Willow Avenue Presbyterian Church J. A. Maxwell Pilcher Park

Luncheon and bridge at Mrs McEvoy's on Richards Street

A week from today Mrs James McEvoy will host a luncheon and bridge at her home on Richards Street for club members. On Tuesday Mrs E S Munroe and Mrs Charles Dibell drove to Chicago to attend the funeral of their aunt Mrs Florence Ziegfeld Sr.

James McEvoy Richards Street E. S. Munroe Charles Dibell Chicago Florence Ziegfeld

Republican Club Meeting Tonight Sponsored by Illinois Young People

A meeting for young Republican men and women is scheduled tonight at 8 oclock in the former West Park Civic league hall Wheeler and Fisk avenues. There will be speeches entertainment and refreshments served.

The Illinois Young People’s Republican Club West Park Civic

Venetian shades and pewter accents brighten rooms

Home decorations describe Venetian shade inspired window treatments and a painted tin cornice. Fabrics, sateen floor lengths, and drapery from molding create a rich effect and remain affordable. Pewter trays and a double basined porringer add practical touches for serving and warmth.

Warming up Radios and Motors Considered Good Practice

RCA radiation engineers advise a routine warming up both cars and radio sets. They urge turning the volume or rheostat to minimum before connecting to power, then gradually increasing to the desired level for safe operation.

RCA Radiation Engineers

Whalen Declared City Commissioner Victory Endorsed

The Illinois Supreme Court in Springfield reaffirmed County Judge Ralph C. Austin’s ruling that Commissioner Martin J. Whalen defeated former Commissioner Hugh H. Bolton in the 1931 city election. A petition for a rehearing will be filed with the court.

Millinois Supreme Court Springfield Ralph C. Austin Martin J. Whalen Hugh H. Bolton Ener Supreme Couse

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