Senator Fawell Wins I-442 Flood Control Battle in Illinois
Senator Harris Fawell succeeds in pushing I 442 through the Illinois Legislature and to the governor s desk. The law promotes flood control by impounding rainfall and releasing it gradually to reduce flood danger in DuPage Will and Cook Counties and beyond.
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Wild week of crime and politics across the nation
A humorous field report traces weekly headlines from court and barroom chats to street interviews. It notes gangster deaths at the Cook County Coroner's office and riffs on a India versus Pakistan war, billboards and political ads with locals Irving Dumpcrud and others offering sharp, satirical takes.
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Byron Twiddle
Jefferson St
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Roger Touhy
Tony Moschiano
Leo Foreman
Cook County
Spectator publication note from Joliet postal records
The Spectator is listed as second class matter with Joliet Illinois post office classification dated October 1 1940 under the 1879 act. It states weekly Thursday issue timing and second class postage payment in Joliet Illinois.
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Joliet, Ill
Readers' Views Editor's Note Policy
The SPEC TATOR invites reader letters on current topics but asks them to be about 300 words typed double spaced. All letters must be signed. names of writers may be withheld on request. Libelous or tasteless letters will not be printed.
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No Smoking Signs Go Unheeded In City Hall
Letter to the editor from John F. Kelly of Joliet alerts to risks of fire in City Hall if no smoking rules are observed by council members. It recalls library safety and decor, and comments on local Junior College coverage and reader punctuation.
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Joliet
City Hall
Braidwood Centennial Thanks Publicity Partners
The Braidwood Centennial Celebration July August 14 to 22 drew crowd estimates of over 50 000 for the parade and ticket sales surpassing 8500. The town credits press radio and TV co operation with the success and expresses sincere gratitude to all supporters.
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Braidwood
Thank You Note on Joliet Junior College Referendum
A message from Joliet Township High Schools and Junior College District 204 expresses appreciation to the local newspaper for presenting facts on the recent junior college referendum. It notes the issue was defeated but commends the press for its historic role in informing the public.
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Board of Education
Joliet Township
Constitution Week Proclaimed in Juliet for 178th Anniversary
Mayor Maurice Berlinsky proclaims Constitution Week in Juliet from September 17 to 23 1723 marking the 178th anniversary of the US Constitution. Citizens are urged to study the Federal Constitution and the benefits of American citizenship as President Johnson issued a nationwide proclamation.
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