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Wilmette Life

Location

Wilmette, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Sep 05, 1924

Page

6

Local zoning ordinance revision tightens apartment safety rules

The article describes minor technical changes to the prior ordinance, strengthening home owner protections while tightening fencing and fire-proofing requirements for apartment construction. Critics say the revisions are practical, not onerous, and should withstand court scrutiny.

Wilmette Defense Day aims for broad citizen participation

The Defense Day committee invites all local organizations to take part in a simple program at municipal playgrounds. Major Harbaugh says the event, authorized by Congress, should unite the village in a practical expression of patriotism with minimal disruption to business.

Wilmette Harbaugh Si J

Wilmette Village Trustees Adopt Revised Building Code

The Wilmette village trustees approved the revised municipal building code after more than forty changes were made, finalizing with unanimous approval by the lawmakers. The public note confirms the updated code affecting local homeowners.

Wilmette

Camping Days Remembered and Reimagined in Summer Camps

The piece recalls childhood camp memories and contrasts them with modern supervised summer camps. It celebrates outdoor exploration and the blend of work and play under careful guidance, inviting readers to experience camps with the wonder of youth.

Milload

Optimism in Adversity Brightens a Local Man

Henry Meinshausen of 351 Oak Circle, who lost a leg years ago, then faced amputation of the other. He requested a bedside telephone to stay connected with friends and prove he is getting along. He sees a silver lining as he continues to cope with misfortune.

Henry Meinshausen Oak Circle

Denman goes on leave from village police post

Superintendent of Police Denman will be away for the balance of the year to provide personal security for General Dawes during the vice presidential campaign tour. He will then join Mrs. Denman in southern California due to her ill health, amid talk of opinions on his village service.

Denman General Dawes Mrs. Denman California

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