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Joliet Notables Move Through Civic and Church Ties
James J. Ley aka Jim, a popular Joliet lawyer active in Republican politics and local clubs, is highlighted alongside St. John’s Church 700 families, 3 000 souls, and 500 students at St. John’s School led by Franciscan Friars. The piece notes Joliet business openings West Pines Beauty Shop and the Berek entertainment agency supplying music for local venues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James J. Ley
Jim
Joliet
Will County
Illinois State Bar Association
The
Elks, Moose
Republican Party
St. John’s Catholic Church
Constantine Bach
St. John’s
Claude Rust
Roman Hasenstad
St. Mary’s Church
Mokena
St. John’s School
Sisters of
St. Francis of Assisi
Order of Friars Minor
Ordinis Oa
Minorum
Order of Friars Inor
West Side
Anna Lang
de Ann
D’arcy