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County Fair in Evanston Draws Thousands Over Weekend
The County Fair at Patten gym Evanston opened June 19 and runs through June 21 drawing thousands. Miss Louise Groody and a vaudeville act headline daily fashion shows and Polish folk dancing. Over 100 exhibits showcase food decorations and crafts with prizes awarded daily. Dancing, swimming, life saving displays, auto show and tea room add to the event run by committee including Mrs Rollin Keyes and Mrs Daniel Burnham Jr. Local groups like Boy Scouts assist with activities and luncheon services.
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Patten
Evanston
Louise Groody
Cee Cae Ea A Ce Ette” Company
Northwestern University
Jerome Remick
North Shore
Denor Attic
Rollin W. Keyes
Daniel H. Burnham, Jr
C. Donald Dallas
Edward P. Welles
Harvey Edwards
W. S. Primley
Thomas Lord
Brad- S Knitting Mills
Chicago Athletic Association
Tom Robinson
Gatee Gilmore