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Newspaper
Wilmette Life
Location
Wilmette, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1924
Page
6
The Wilmette Baptist Church dedicated on April 27 stands as a symbol of peace amid warlike eras. Pastor Rev. Francis Stifler inspires the congregation with a commodious, beautiful building to center worship and community activity.
The statement by Superintendent Washburne praises Mrs. Earle Barber of Winnetka as possessing a rare blend of clear mental vision and executive ability. He notes her capacity to act on heartfelt dictates, contrasting it with Bronson Alcott’s idealism and highlighting how such balance benefits society.
Two methods to engage parents in school life are suggested. Invite them to visit the schools and urge frequent visits. If they miss, scold them for not coming and then lament the lack of interest shown by Seale Doak.
The piece contrasts two methods to engage parents showing a specific date for Parents Day at New Trier High School. It argues a definite invitation with a set time guarantees attendance, while a vague invitation fails. The author praises New Trier for its uncommon sense and clear planning.
A call to careful addressing warns readers to avoid careless letters and missed deliveries. It questions the reader about omitting street city or state and scribbled handwriting that moves money and messages astray. It ends with a moral urging Do unto others as you would be done by.
Life Lines urges support for the Memorial Day Fund with donations to Harry Miller at the Village Hall or Earl Orner at Northwestern Station. Police applaud Clement Ley for spotting a suspect in Charles Conley on minimal evidence and caution on accepting checks from strangers. A Wilmette alert warns of bogus checkers as Village Trustees fail to achieve a quorum on May 6, leaving an air of mystery.
The Deer field store purchase expands the chain owned by R. H. Schell and company. Locals familiar with Mr. Schell expect this latest expansion to be a prosperous move.
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