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The Spectator in Joliet, Illinois

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Newspaper

The Spectator

Location

Joliet, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Sep 15, 1933

Page

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Injunction Issued Restraining Cemeteries Over Vault Practices

Circuit Judge Edwin L. Wilson issued a temporary injunction against Oakwood and Elmhurst cemetery companies amid accusations of racketeering like charges. The Ideal Burial Vault company seeks to end alleged cemetery rules restricting vault delivery and charging $11 to $13 for placing vaults, without services rendered, threatening its business.

Wilson Oakwood Elmhurst Edwin L. Wilson Ideal Burial Vault Company Cornelius Street Elmhurst Cemetery Ideal Company William Goodale Lockport Herbert Spencer Spencer John D’arcy

Patronage Fills Jobs With Mismatched Skills

The era of hiring for anything offered continues as officials appoint unqualified workers to key posts. The practice raises costs and reduces efficiency, with autoworkers becoming dieticians and bookkeepers becoming highway engineers, harming public service. Qualified candidates exist for many positions.

Mayor Hennessy Recovers After Second Operation

Mayor William A. Hennessy continues recovery at St Joseph's hospital after a second major operation. Officials say he is getting along as well as could be expected and spent a listless day yesterday as he improves.

William A. Hennessy St. Joseph’s Hospital Althou

Joliot High Grid Star Jay Wardley Set for Fourth Year

Grid star Jay Wardley will start his fourth year as quarterback for Joliot High School when the team meets Dundee High at Richards Street Field tonight. He is noted for his forward passing ability and leadership on the field.

Jay Wardley Joliet High School Dundee Hi Gs Richards Street Field

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