Street sweeper purchase deferred as bids exceed expectations
The city council deferred buying a second motor street sweeper after five bids came in higher than anticipated. The street and alley committee will study the options, with a likely purchase delay until spring. Bids ranged from 6 412.50 to 9 860. The Elgin sweeper already serves the street department.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Butler Manufacturing Company
Cleveland
Austin Manufacturing Company
Harvey
Ioreman-Childs Company
Utica
N. Y
Elgin Sales Corporation
Elgin
Kinney-Springfield Company
Chicago
H W. LaTier
Ralph B. Simpy
AIL Parking Company
Rialto Theatre
Commercial Street
It's Cruel to "Physic" a Child ad from 60-cent bottle promo
A vintage advertisement promotes a 60-cent bottle of medicine claiming dramatic results for children. The text urges readers to buy at any store selling medicine and try it to see its effects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Br. W. B. Caldwell
Monticello
Clash Over Fire Code And Street Safety Actions
Fire Chief Ray Tiller clashes with Councilman John G. Miller over a wooden structure fire code and discretionary permits issued by Building Commissioner Charles Wasson for an AK company. Negotiations proceed with the Chicago Great Western Railroad for a flashing light at Walnut street crossing. A Federation of Women’s Clubs communication opposes park boundary interference, and Wast High students seek a 15 mph school-zone limit. Tax data show 5 million of 6.787 million men paid taxes under $4,000 in 1922.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ray ‘Tiller
John G. Miller
Tiller
Miller
Charles Wasson
AK Company
Chicago Great Western Railroad
Walnut Street
Federation of Women’s Clubs
Lincoln Park
Wast High
Lemon Wrinkle Remedy Made From Fresh Lemon
A home beauty tip describes squeezing two lemons into a three ounce bottle of Orchard White to create a mild anti-wrinkle lotion. The preparation tightens relaxed skin erases fine lines and crows feet, and can be used to brighten pores and sallow skin. Apply at night and test before regular use.
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Caldwell
Paul D
TG AG Lite Dis
Natureta
Ell
Falan- Fleming CO
Waterloo
Faille
Seb
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