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Beginning with the earliest edition of the Highland Park News in 1874, several newspapers have been published for Highland Park. Click on a date range to search the index for local news articles and obituaries from these newspapers. Full text available on microfilm at the library. Full text of newspaper articles from 1874 - 1922 are also available online in our Newspaper Collection.  Complete this form to request full text of an obituary if you’re unable to visit the library. Contact the Reference Department at hppla@hplibrary.org or 874.831.7031 for more information.


Abbreviations used:

HPH .......Highland Park Herald

HPN........Highland Park News

HPNL....Highland Park Newsletter

HPP........Highland Park Press

NSNL....North Shore Newsletter

SRN........Sheridan Road Newsletter

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January 1, 1950-December 31, 1950
NOTE: Items followed by the letters HPP  are from the HIGHLAND PARK PRESS

             All  other items are from the HIGHLAND PARK NEWS.

HIGHLIGHTS OF 1950-December 28, 1950, p. 5.

ACCIDENTS

Jan.      Mrs. Elmer Slack, 32, killed in automobile accident Monday, Jan. 5, 1950, p. 3.
            Bert Piacenza hurt in car collision at Green Bay and Vine. Jan. 5, 1950, p. 4.
Feb.     Mrs. Kenneth Arnold escapes injuries in N.Y. train tragedy. Feb. 23, 1950, p. 3.
            Highwood boy, Terry Wallace, 10, hit with BB shot. Feb. 23, 1950,  p. 48.
Mar.     Betsy Quinn, 8, severely cut by glass in fall. Mar. 2, 1950, p.  5.
            H. Park teachers killed Saturday in auto accident. Mar. 9, 1950, p. 3. John Holmes, John Wagner.
            Woman struck by North Shore train dies of injuries, K. Shembra. Mar. 16, 1950,  p. 3.
            Kate Shembra death called accidental. Mar. 23, 1950, p. 5.
            Highwood man, William Roof, falls 30 feet from tree. Mar. 23, 1950.,  p. 5.
            Charles P. Driscoll killed in car accident. Mar. 30, 1950,  p. 3.
May     Duilio Biagetti killed in automobile accident near Elgin. May 4, 1950, p. 5.
            Highwood man (D. Biagetti) meets fatal accident. May 4, 1950, p.1. HPP
            Death of truck driver caused by heart attack. May 25, 1950,  p. 5.
June     John Faulkner smothered when ditch caves in. June 15, 1950, p. 3.
July      Truck driver’s (David Duffy) death accidental, jury decides. July 13, 1950, p. 3.
            Highwood crossing tragedy expedites safety precautions. July 6, 1950,   p. 1. HPP
Aug.    Two Highland Park men receive injury in crash with truck. (R. Lundgren, E. Smith) Aug. 10, 1950,  p. 9.
Sept.    Several are injured here in accidents. Sept. 28, 1950, p. 3.
Oct.     Car goes out of control on Skokie. Oct. 5, 1950, p. 3.
            Two cars crash on Skokie. Oct. 5, 1950, p. 4.
            Worker falls from Highwood roof while installing aerial. Oct. 12, 1950, p. 4.
            N.S. train hits southbound car. Oct. 12, 1950, p. 8.
            Ray Crovetti hurt in two story fall at Abbott plant. Oct. 19, 1950, p. 5.
Dec.     Postpone inquest into first fatal crash here in 1950. Dec. 7, 1950,  p. 3.
            3-corner crisis: truck turns over. Dec. 21, 1950,  p. 3.

ADULT EDUCATION

           Unlimited horizons in adult education; HPHS, Recreation Center, YWCA  co-ordinate facilities. Sept. 28, 1950,  p. 8.
            Three educational units combine to serve community interests. Sept.28, 1950,  p. 1. HPP

AIR DEFENSE

            Pick Ravinia as observation post for air defense.  Mar. 30, 1950,  p. 3.
            Volunteers to scan skies from H.P. air post. July 27, 1950, p. 3.
            Dorsey Husenetter co-chairman of observation post. Aug. 10, 1950, p. 4.
            Air defense chairman. Sept. 28, 1950, p. 3.  Photo.

AIRLINES

            Highland Parker, Hugh C. Riddle, heads new air shuttle line. Aug. 31, 1950, p.3.

ALCYON THEATER

            William Pearl ends 40 years as manager of Alcyon Theater. Nov. 9, 1950,  p. 7.

AMERICAN LEGION

            Legion breaks ground for new home Monday.    Apr. 20, 1950, p. 3.
            Start Legion memorial bldg. To break ground April 24. Apr. 20, 1950, p. 1. HPP
            Ground breaking ceremony for new Legion building is held. Apr. 27, 1950, p.3.
            Highwood Legion receives bulletin on VA payments. May 4, 1950, p. 4.
            Legion ground breaking rites.  Photo. May 4,  1950,  p. 20.
            New  home in store for Legion Post. June 29, 1950, p. 38.
            American Legion is for universal military training. Aug. 10, 1950, p. 4.
            American Legion  for universal military training. Aug. 10, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            They will direct legion activities in 1950-51. Aug. 17, 1950, p. 5. Photo.
            17,300 Legion posts work for adoption of U.M.T. Aug. 17, 1950, p. 5. HPP.
            Legion post forms disaster committee here. Sept. 21, 1950,  p. 5.
            Highland Park American Legion to plan for disaster precautions here. Sept. 21,  1950, p. 1. HPP.
            District officers preside at Legion unit installation rites. Oct. 5, 1950,  p. 16.
            Plan Servicemen’s Center for new Legion Memorial Building. Nov. 23, 1950, p.3.
            Legion plans Service Center. Nov. 23, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.

ANIMALS

            Warns dog owners. May 11, 1950,  p. 3.
            Residents live in hollow tree. (Raccoons) May 11, 1950, p. 5.
            Venison on hoof spotted in Highland Park. Oct. 26, 1950, p. 5.
            Dog owners promise to keep pets out of mailman’s way. Nov. 9, 1950,  p. 5. 

ANNIVERSARIES

            Adolph G. Larsons celebrate golden wedding anniversary. Jan. 19, 1950, p. 25.
            Richard Gaggiolis celebrate golden wedding anniversary. May 25, 1950, p. 10.
            F. C. Noerenbergs to celebrate golden wedding. June 1, 1950,   p. 4.

ANTI-DEFAMATION LEAGUE

            ADL asks action on Nazification probe in German state. Aug. 10, 1950, p. 2

ART/ARTISTS

            Tom Wilder to display landscape paintings at H.P. Woman’s Club. Jan. 5, 1950,  p. 33.
            Parents parade their talents at Ravinia  School Art Show. Mar. 23, 1950,  p. 10.
            Thursday night is ‘Idiots’ Delight’ for H.P. artists. July 20, 1950,  p. 7.
            Display works of Ralph Seymour in library exhibition. Oct. 5, 1950,  p. 11.
            Alessandro Monsagrati will have a busy day October 14. Oct. 5, 1950, p. 16.
            Rudolph Ingerle, renowned H.P. artist dies. Oct. 26, 1950, p. 3.
            Rudolph Ingerle, Highland Park artist dies. Oct. 26, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Highland Park artist, Mrs. Harold Bloc, completes mural. Photo. Nov. 9, 1950,  p. 5.

ATOMIC ENERGY

            Friends of the Library welcome authority on atomic energy Feb. 12. Feb. 9, 1950,  p. 1.  HPP       

AUTHORS

            Christopher winner to be feted at autographing party: Marie Louisell Nowinson.  Sept. 28, 1950,  p. 11.
            Mrs. Edith Neiser is author of booklet on parents’ problems. Sept. 28, 1950,  p.28.
            Author, M. Nowinson, at autographing party. Photo. Oct. 12, 1950, p. 22.

AUTOMOBILES

            Dads’ hot rods go on show Saturday at L.F. College. June 22, 1950,  p. 5.
            Dads’ hot rods to be shown Saturday.  June 22, 1950, p. 5. HPP.
            Plymouth announces production of luxurious new utility car. Aug. 17, 1950, p. 5.   HPP

BABYSITTERS

            They also serve who only sit and watch the 55 cent hours fly. Feb. 9, 1950,  p. 5.
            Youth locks sitter out of house; thinks she’s playing a game. Apr. 20, 1950,  p. 5.

BALL, LESTER

            Superintendent Lester Ball resigns to accept position in the East. June 1, 1950,  p. 1,  HPP.

BANKS

             Highland Park man appointed chairman of Chicago Bank. (Franklin Lunding)   Jan. 5, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            Charles F. Grant, veteran banker, retires. Jan. 26, 1950,  p. 1. HPP
            Chas. F. Grant retires after 50 yrs. in banking business. Jan. 26, 1950, p. 5.
            George Martin named to world  bank post. Jan.  26, 1950, p. 12.
            Ernest Belmont accepts new post with H.P. bank. Feb, 2, 1950, p. 3.
            Bank installs new teller machine. May 4, 1950,  p. 3.
            First National Bank installs new machine to eliminate passbook. May 4, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.       
            Replace clock on bank after 25 years of service. Aug.3, 1950, p. 3.

BARKLEY, ALBEN W.,  Vice-president, United States

            V.P. picks ‘Inside Washington’ as topic for talk.   Nov. 9, 1950,  p. 8.
            Barkley scheduled for January 24 at North Shore Forum. Dec. 7, 1950, p. 4.

BIRTH RATE

            H.P. Hospital birth rate nears 400 mark for 1950. Dec. 7, 1950, p. 4.

BRAND, SILAS

            They like Second Street after 50 happy years on it. (Mr. & Mrs. Frederick C. Noerenberger)  June 29, 1950,  p. 33.

BROTHERHOOD

            What does brotherhood mean? HPHS students have the answer. Feb. 23, 1950,  p. 15.

BUSINESS

Jan.      H. P. Savings and Loan marks 62nd anniversary this month.  Jan. 12, 1950, p. 8.
            Vallee O. Appel is re-elected bank president. (lst National Bank Highland Park)  Jan. 19, 1950,  p. 3.
            Auto dealer loses long court fight to break lease.  Jan. 19, 1950, p. 4.
Feb.     Dedicatory ceremony to mark opening of Wieboldt’s store. Feb. 2, 1950, p. 10.
            Chamber of Commerce to discuss parking. Feb. 9, 1950, p. 3.
            Chamber appoints Robert Fensterbusch to succeed Belmont. Feb. 15, 1950,  p. 4.
Mar.     McEwen-Mumford Inc. holds grand opening today in new store. Mar. 2, 1950, p. 35.
            Chamber names committees for current year. Mar. 16, 1950, p. 1. HPP
            Robert Fensterbusch assumes new post at Chamber of Commerce. Mar. 16, 1950, p. 3.
Apr.     H.P. stores, shops to stay open late Friday nights. Apr. 6, 1950,  p. 8.
            Merchants agree to open store plan on Friday evenings. Apt. 6, p. 1, HPP.
            Open Friday nights. Apr. 13, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Stores pleased with results of late shopping hour plan.  Apr. 20, 1950,  p. 5.
            Fell Store to be enlarged. Photo.  Apr. 27, 1950,  p. 20.
May     Children’s Shop has grand opening. May 4, 1950,  p. 26.
June     Architect’s  plan of gas company’s new service building. June 22, 1950,  p. 3.
July      Nelson Motor Sales constructs new showroom on Skokie. July 20, 1950,  p. 21.
Aug.    Open launderette service in H.P.  Aug. 3, 1950,  p. 11.
Sept.    Open Ravinia branch of Highwood Radio and Appliance Co. Sept. 14, 1950,  p. 26.
Nov.    Paul Leeds is new owner of Highland Park jewelry store. Nov. 9, 1950,  p. 30.
            Many H.P. stores to keep evening hours next month. Nov. 16, 1950, p. 3.
            Grand opening at Husenetter’s. Nov. 16, 1950,  p. 35.
Dec.     Starting Monday stores will be open evenings. Dec. 7, 1950,  p. 3.
            Fell Company starts new era in modernized larger store. Dec. 7, 1950, p. 14.
            At Fell Co. Store opening. Photo.  Dec. 28, 1950, p. 21.

CAMPS/CAMPING

            Wisconsin Scout camp opens with record attendance. July 13, 1950,  p. 21.

CANDIDATES

            Township precinct committeemen for party posts.  List.  Feb. 2, 1950,  p. 5.
            Coroner “Gar” Leaf to run for county clerk on GOP ticket. Mar. 2, 1950,  p. 36.

CENSUS

            Applications accepted for census takers in Lake, N. Cook County. Feb. 16, 1950,  p. 5.
            H. Pk., Highwood census figures show increase. June 8, 1950,  p. 3.
            Highwood and H. Park census figures listed. June 15, 1950,  p. 3.

CHARITIES

Jan.      Seal sale appeal unheeded by 22,700 Lake Countyites. Jan. 5, 1950, p. 14.
            Community Chest drive ends with $68,171 total. Jan. 19, 1950, p. 1. HPP
            John Sheldon named Red Cross chairman, South Lake County. Jan. 26, 1950,  p. 3.
Feb.     Lee Ostrander heads Community Chest board. Feb. 2, 1950, p. 5.
            Carl Holzheimer heads Red Cross fund campaign. Feb. 9, 1950, p. 3.
            Red Cross fund drive to begin next Monday. Feb. 23, 1950,  p. 3.
            Carl Holzheimer appointed leader for March Red Cross drive. Feb. 23, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
 Mar.    Holzheimer lists block workers in Red Cross drive. Mar. 2, 1950, p. 3.
            Red Cross drive  progresses. Mar. 2, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            $15,639  given by Highland Park in March of Dimes. Mar. 2, 1950, p. 5.
            Highland Parkers earn Red Cross merit awards. Mar. 9, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Red Cross drive hits ¾ mark; goal: $24,1000.  Mar. 23, 1950,  p. 3.
            Irving E. Meyerhoff named head of Am. Cancer Crusade. Mar. 23, 1950, p.3.
Apr.     Mrs. Ralph Pottker and her workers launch cancer drive. Apr. 6, 1950,  p. 32.
            Highland Park goes over top in Red Cross drive. Apr. 16, 1950, p. 5.
            Lake County wins first place in Christmas Seal sale. Apr. 20, 1950,  p. 9.
Aug.    Highland Parkers serve under Red Cross banner. Aug. 10, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Community Chest establishes budget, announces allocations. Aug. 17, 1950, p. 1.  HPP
            Chest budget for 1950-51 is $66,965. Aug. 17, 1950,  p. 3.
Sept.    Name Perriault head of Chest. Sept. 21, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            ‘Lights on’ night Oct. 2nd. Citizens asked to cooperate with chest campaign.  Sept. 28, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
Oct.     Community Chest falls short of minimum budget. Oct. 26, 1950, p. 3.
            Seek donors for $9000 deficit in Chest drive. Nov. 2, 1950,  p. 3.
Nov.    Community Chest has $4000 deficit. Nov. 23, 1950,  p. 3.
            Welfare workers report 1200 completed garments for year’s work. Nov. 23, 1950,  p. 3. HPP.
            Community Chest faces deficit of $2,250. Nov. 30, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            Make last ditch attempt to meet Community Chest budget. Nov. 30, 1950,  p. 3.
Dec.     Contributions needed to meet Community Chest goal. Dec. 7, 1950, p. 1. HPP.     Dudley Hall heads ’51 heart drive. Dec. 28, 1950,  p. 3.
            Collect $33,600 in TB seal sale. Dec. 28, 1950,  p. 3.
            Everyone asked to join in Nation-wide Goodwill project: “Tide of Toys”  Dec. 28, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Churches and Legion ask donations for CARE Tide of Toys. Dec. 28, 1950, p. 5.

CHILD CARE/CHILDREN

            What child will do in school, topic of Green Bay School talks. Sept. 14, 1950, p. 7
            Children’s Theatre to become reality in Highland Park.  Sept. 21, 1950,  p. 24.
            Terrors of television – how it affects your Hopalong Kid. Aug. 24, 1950,  p. 5.

CHURCH, MRS. RALPH (Marguerite)

            Tea honors Mrs. Ralph Church. June 8, 1950, p. 3.
            Mrs. Ralph Church wins nomination for representative. June 15, 1950,  p. 3.
            Marguerite Church is waging brilliant speaking campaign. Oct. 26, 1950,  p. 9.

CHURCHES/SYNAGOGUES

Jan.      Dr. Wm. Young, Dr. E.E. Siskin to exchange pulpits. Jan. 12, 1950, p. 25.
            Reform Judaism is lecture series subject at temple.  Jan. 19, 1950, p. 11.
            Young adult group has first meeting (N.Shore  Congregation Israel)   Jan. 26, 1950, p. 5.
            Jewish Federation of Chicago to be honored on 50th anniversary. Jan. 26, 1950,  p. 6.
Feb.     Presbyterians elect officers; members now total 1,543.  Feb. 2, 1950,  p. 7.
            Beth El to observe Hamishah Asah Besebat on Sunday. Feb. 2, 1950,  p. 25.
            Beth El to sponsor Hebrew puppet show at Braeside School. Feb. 9, 1950,  p. 25.
Mar.     Congregation Israel to honor veteran teacher. (J. Baer) Mar. 2, 1950,  p. 2. HPP.
            Churches to observe ‘One Great Hour of Sharing’ Sunday. Mar. 9, 1950,  p. 12.
            United Evangelical Church to send missionary to Japan. Mar. 23, 1950, p. 2. HPP.
            H.P. churches prepare for Easter Sunday. Apr. 6, 1950,  p. 29.
            Beth El holds final services of Passover.   Apr. 6, 1950,  p. 30.
            N.S. Congregation Israel to celebrate founding of college, Hebrew Union College,  Apr. 27, 1950,  p. 29.
May     Memory of Annette Roberts Jones honored at Trinity. May 11, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
June     Bishop J. R. McGee to officiate at Wesley Methodist rites. June 1, 1950, p. 1.  HPP
            Robert Albertson to be ordained at Wesley Methodist. June 8, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Temple membership has increased from 75 in ’20 to 936. June 29, 1950, p. 21.
            Trinity Church 77 yrs. old, has more than 1200 members. June 29, 1950, p. 23.
            Wesley Methodist Church result of merger in 1946. June 29, 1950,  p. 32.
            First Presbyterian Church was organized 79 yrs.  ago. June 29, 1950,  p. 37.
            Immaculate Conception history dates back to 1846. June 29, 1950,  p. 39.
            St. James Parish organized in 1910 in Highwood. June 29, 1950,  p. 39.
Sept.    Redeemer Church to celebrate 60th anniversary next April. Sept. 14, 1950, p. 2.  HPP.
            Presbyterian Church School reports record enrollment.   Sept. 21, 1950, p. 4.
            $13,000 program to honor anniversary of Trinity Church. Sept. 21, 1950,  p. 5.
Oct.     Rev. Nelson Stants student assistant pastor at Bethany Church. Oct. 12, 1950, p.2,  HPP.
            Presbyterian Church to commemorate 38th anniversary Nov. 3.  Oct. 26, 1950, p3, HPP.
            Presbyterians to mark 38th anniversary of church edifice. Oct. 26, 1950, p. 7.
Nov.    Historical program, exhibits to mark church anniversary. (Presbyterian Church)   Nov. 2, 1950,  p. 23.
            Presbyterian Church to celebrate 38th anniversary. Nov. 2, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            ‘Sabbath of Welcome’ slated tomorrow at N.S. Congregation. Nov. 9, 1950, p. 28.
            Annual community service to be held Nov. 22, in Bethany Church. Nov. 16, 1950,  p. 3.
            United services Wednesday Eve. Nov. 16, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            Human relations theme of Rev. Lambert at Interfaith gathering. Nov. 23, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            Congregation Israel to observe Chanukah Festival Dec. 2, 3.  Nov. 23, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Trinity curate, Rev. Robert H. Platman to be ordained priest in Sunday Service. Nov. 30, 1950,  p. 26.
Dec.     Enter final  phase of drive for Presbyterian Building fund. Dec. 7, 1950, p. 4.
            Chamber sanctions $2000 church drive. Dec. 7, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.   

CLOCKS

            Oscar Ahlberg’s lantern clock adds 1951 to an historic list. Dec. 28, 1950,  p. 4. 

CLUBS/ORGANIZATIONS

Jan.      Edward L. Gilroy named president of GOP club. Jan. 12, 1950, p. 3.
            N.S. Scout Council report indicates record membership. Jan. 12, 1950, p. 24.
            Chicago Maternity Center’s enrollment committee. Photo. Cover, Jan. 26, 1950.
            YWCA to celebrate 30th anniversary during February. Jan. 26, 1950, p. 3.
Feb.     Edward Schwechel to talk on Scouting at Rotary meeting. Feb. 2, 1950,  p. 4.
            Boy Scouts of America observe 40th anniversary. Feb. 2, 1950,  p. 5.
            Sr. Prosperity Club officers. Photo. Feb. 9, 1950, p. 26.
            H.P. residents join medical supporters: Patrons of  Aesculapious. Feb. 9, 1950,   p. 27.
           Highland Park YWCA opens it doors to new friends and ideas.  Feb. 16, 1950,  p. 14.
            Former resident recalls early days of YWCA. Feb. 16, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
Mar.     Father-daughter rally Sunday marks Girl Scouts birthday.  Mar. 9, 1950,  p. 3.
            Lion Club builds charm house to swell its scholarship fund. Mar. 16, 1950,  p. 5.
            Girl Scouts celebrate 38th birthday of scouting at rally. Mar. 16, 1950,  p. 31.
Apr.     Seeing Eye Committee meets. Apr. 20, 1950,  p. 15.
May     N.S. Citizens’ Comm. Lists candidates for Board of Directors. May 4, 1950,  p. 9.
            Scouts observe clean-up week. May 4, 1950,  p. 22.
            Lake Forest Lions Club formed. May 4,  1950,  p. 35.
            Elks-Emblem Minstrel Show nears sell-out. May 18, 1950, p. 5.
            (Infant) Welfare  Center to observe silver anniversary. May 25, 1950, p. 3. HPP
June     CAR to give program at Flag Day meeting of DAR. June 1, 1950, p. 4.
            H.P. Woman’s Club observes golden anniversary. June 29, 1950, p. 19.
            Local center of Infant Welfare organized 25 years ago. June 29, 1950,  p. 35.
Aug.    Floral “Hit Parade” will grace Men’s Garden Club Show.  Aug. 17, 1950, p. 3.  HPP
Sept.    Ravinia Woman’s Club announces fall luncheon programs for year. Sept. 21, 1950,  p. 3, HPP.
            Women’s Council, Board of Education, plans tea. Sept. 28, 1950, p. 7.
Oct.     Young marrieds welcome others to 20-40 club. Oct. 5, 1950, p. 8.
            “Y” secretary to be introduced at tea. (Musa de Mouth) Oct. 5, 1950,  p. 17.
            Lions Forecast House open to the public. Oct. 5, 1950,  p. 21.
            Nine H.P. organizations back plan for Freedom Rally. Oct. 12, 1950,  p. 3.
            Peace Plans Forum will mark ‘U.N. Day”. Oct. 12, 1950,  p. 9.
            Scout Council spotlights leadership training program. Oct. 26, 1950,  p. 26.
            Local Girl Scouts honor birthday anniversary of Juliette Low. Oct. 26, 1950,  p. 4. HPP.
Nov.    ‘Blue Ribbon Fair’ next event of Jewish Council. Nov. 2, 1950,  p. 26.
Dec.     Officers of Highland Park Men’s Garden Club. Photo.  Dec. 7, 1950, p. 3.
            Officers-elect of Highland Park Kiwanis Club. Photo.  Dec. 14, 1950,  p. 5.

COAL

            Coal strike may bring brown-out.  Feb. 23, 1950,  p. 5.
            City begins its brown-out to save dwindling coal supplies. Mar. 2, 1950,  p. 3.

COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES

            New LFC (Lake Forest College)  trustee: Dr. E.H. Volwiler.  Dec. 28, 1950, p. 3.

COMMUTERS/COMMUTING

                Higher fares may be in store for CNW commuters. Jan. 26, 1950, p. 3.

CONTESTS

            Annual poster, essay contest to be sponsored in the schools. Jan. 26, 1950, p. 13.
            Honor student essayists. Jan. 26, 1950,  p. 26.

CRIME

Feb.     Hit and run driver traced and arrested. Feb. 16, 1950,  p. 4.
Mar.     Thief absconds with March of Dimes box.   Mar. 2, 1950,  p. 4.
May     Youth to answer charges of offensive phone calls today. May 4, 1950,  p. 3.
            H.P. police seek ‘Shoppers’ here.   May 4, 1950,  p. 3.
            Charge of cashing worthless checks lands 4 in jail. May 11, 1950, p. 3.
            Youth who made telephone calls is discharged by city. May 11, 1950,  p. 9.
            Woman is called to phone; thief steals her purse. May 18, 1950,  p. 3.
            Don’t cash every check, H. P. police tell merchants. May 18, 1950,  p. 3.
June     Highland Park gets two more bad checks. June 1,  1950.  p. 3.
            Report 4 thefts in Highland Park. June 8, 1950,  p. 4.
            Hit and run driver smashes Highwood car. July 6, 1950,  p. 3.
Aug.    John Pearce fined $100 in second drunken driving offense. Aug. 10, 1950,  p. 3.
Oct.     Burglars steal truck with cigarette load; abandon truck later. Oct. 5, 1950,  p.  29.
            Three churches and Girl Scout office report burglaries. Oct. 12, 1950,  p. 3.
            Burglars visit 3 houses in 1 night. Oct. 19, 1950,  p. 3.
            They shoot out lights when squirrel hunt ends. Oct. 26, 1950,  p. 4.
           Grundies to appear in court on larceny charges. Oct. 26, 1950,  p. 5.
           Issue warrant for bad check passer. Oct. 26, 1950.  P. 5
           Things are still disappearing in Highland Park.  Oct. 26, 1950,  p. 5.
Nov.    Hold preliminary hearing in larceny charge tomorrow. (A. Grundies) Nov. 2, 1950,  p. 5.
           Thief replaces 1949 car with 1940 damaged model. Nov. 9, 1950,  p. 3.
           Arthur Grundies is freed by jury of burglary charges. Nov. 30, 1950, p. 3.
Dec.   Check artist fails in encore attempt. Dec. 21, 1950,  p. 5.

DEERFIELD, IL

            Supervisor’s report. Apr. 13, 1950,  p. 5. HPP
            Appropriation  ordinance for village of Deerfield for fiscal year 1950-195l. July 20, 1950, p. 30.
            Un-American activities suppressed at Deerfield plant. July 27, 1950,  p. 1. HPP

DEERFIELD TOWNSHIP

            Summary statement of cash receipts and disbursements  for year ending Mar. 31,  May 4, 1950,  p. 36.
            William W. Steele is named assistant township supervisor. June 29, 1950, p. 3.
            Deerfield Twp. voters debate endorsements of candidate. Oct. 19, 1950,  p. 5.
            How Deerfield Twp. Residents voted in Tuesday’s election. Nov. 9, 1950, p. 4.

DIRKSEN, SENATOR EVERETT

            G. B. McKibbin, Everett Dirksen to address GOP. Feb. 2, 1950,  p. 3.
            Hon. Everett Dirksen, noted civic leader, at Elm Place Feb. 16, Feb. 2, 1950, p. 1.  HPP.
            Everett Dirksen to speak here. Feb. 9, 1950, p. 1. HPP
            Dirksen to speak here in campaign for GOP votes. Feb. 9, 1950,  p. 13.
            Republicans to hear Dirksen at Elm Place School. Feb. 16, 1950,  p. 3.
            Republican Club presents Everett M. Dirksen. Feb. 16, 1950, p. 1. HPP
            Voters name Schneider and Dirksen. Apr. 13, 1950,  p. 3.
            Republican women to honor  Everett M. Dirksen on Sept. 22. Sept.14, 1950, p. 1.  HPP.

DOUGLAS, SENATOR PAUL

            Audience to query senator on world peace planning. Jan. 19, 1950, p. 1. HPP
            Peace best bet for low taxes says Douglas. Jan. 26, 1950,  p. 5. HPP
            Highland Parkers to greet senator.  Photo. Feb. 2, 1950, p. 5.

DRAFT (Selective Service)

            18 year olds register at township office. July 6, 1950,  p. 3.
            110 from area to get pre-induction physical notice. Aug. 10, 1950,  p. 3.
            One hundred draftees summoned to report to Board 151. Aug. 24, 1950, p. 1. HPP
            36 from area to go for induction into Armed Forces. Sept. 21, 1950,  p. 5.
            Eight from here are called into service with U.S. Army. Oct. 5, 1950,  p. 3.
            59 from Board 151 to get draft orders. Oct. 26, 1950,  p. 3.
            Total registration of professionals for service numbers 1494. Oct. 26, 1950, p. 2.  HPP.
            Men of this area drafted into army.  Dec. 28, 1950, p. 3.     

DURBAHN, WALTER

            Walter Durbahn to receive ’Gook’ for television program (Walt’s Workshop) NBC.  Feb. 2, 1950, p. 22.
            Trades class building house. Feb. 9, 1950,  p. 21.
            Fraternity honors Walter Durbahn. May 18 , 1950,  p. 29.

EDITORIALS

            Front page “stuff”.  Mar. 9, 1950,  p. 4.
            School board election laws.  Apr. 6, 1950,  p. 3.
            The nursing profession.  May 11, 1950,  p. 4.
            Safety responsibility.  May 25, 1950,  p. 4.
            We reach another milepost. June 29, 1950,  p. 4.
            Three times and out – railroad crossing accidents. July 6, 1950, p. 4.
            Turning disaster (.N.S. Yacht Club fire) to advantage. Sept. 14, 1950,  p. 4.
            Make sure you’re registered.   Sept. 21, 1950,  p. 4.
            Vote ‘Yes” on Gateway. Oct. 26, 1950,  p. 4.
            Good Americans will vote. Nov. 2, 1950,  p. 4. 
           Counting our blessings. Nov. 23, 1950,  p. 4.

EDUCATION

            Let’s not go off the deep end in progressive education.  Aug. 31, 1950,  p. 5

EGAN PLACE

            Egan Place, a city landmark goes on the realtors’ list. June 8, 1950,  p. 5.

ELECTION RETURNS

            How Deerfield Township residents voted. Apr. 13, 1950,  p. 4.
            Voters choose Dirksen, Schneider in Tuesday’s vote. Nov. 9, 1950,  p. 3.
           Lake County goes ‘Gateway’; thumbs down on County Health.   Nov. 9, 1950, 
           How Deerfield Twp. Residents voted in Tuesday’s election. Nov. 9, 1950,  p. 4.

ELECTIONS

Jan.      Gregory M. Sheahen to be candidate for county clerk office. Jan. 5, 1950, p. 3.
            County primary filing closes, two Highland Parkers in race. Jan. 26, 1950, p. 3.  (Sheahen, Leaf)
Feb.     Unregistered votes required to apply at supervisor’s office. Feb. 2, 1950,  p. 3.
Mar.     Registration deadline for April primary is next Monday. Mar. 9, 1950, p. 3.
            Deerfield Township Voters Association to discuss primaries. Mar. 16, 1950, p. 3.
Apr.     District 107, 113 school board elections set for Saturday. Apr. 6, 1950,  p. 3.
            H.P. voters cast ballots next Tuesday. Apr. 6, 1950, p. 5.
            High school district, Nos. 107, and 111 enjoy uneventful elections Apr. 13, 1950,   p. 3.
            Election highlights. Apr. 13, 1950,  p. 5.
            How Deerfield Township residents voted. Apr. 13, 1950,   p. 4.
May     Register voters at supervisor’s office for fall elections. May 4, 1950,  p. 3.
            Deerfield Township voters to take stand on city manager plan. May 18, 1950, p. 9.
Sept.    300 register at township office, how about you? Sept. 28, 1950,   p. 5.
Oct.     Square Deal Party candidates win in school election. Oct. 5, 1950,  p. 9.
            Voters’ Association to present background of November 7 candidates. Oct. 5, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Church and Koy endorsed by Voters’ Association. Oct. 12, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Your vote is your voice. Use it. Oct. 19, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Blue ballot ‘yes’ plea of vet group. Oct. 19, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            Republican men report heavy registration. Oct. 26, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            Voting registration reaches new high in Highland Park. Oct. 26, 1950, p. 3.
Nov.    Women voters in giant drive for Gateway, County Health.  Nov. 2, 1950,  p. 3.
            Group refuses to endorse either sheriff candidate. Nov. 2, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Race for sheriff attracts interest in Deerfield Township. Nov. 2, 1950,  p. 3.
           Lake County goes ‘Gateway’; thumbs down on  County Health. Nov. 9, 1950, p. 3.
           Get out  the vote campaign a smashing success. Nov. 9, 1950,  p. 3.
           Record vote registered here. Nov. 9, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.

ELECTRIC POWER

       See: Utilities.

ENVIRONMENT

            W. Deerfield Twp. opens annual drive against thistles. June 22, 1950,  p. 4.
            Kiwanis sickle brigade, photo.  July 17, 1950,  p. 3.
            Kiwanis Club men ask help in fight on overgrown grass. Aug. 3, 1950,  p. 3.
            Endorse plan to control erosion at shore line. Oct. 19, 1950,  p. 4.
            City filter plant states lake mud reaches new high.  Nov. 30, 1950,  p. 3.

FAMILIES/FAMILY LIFE

            Keep young out of court to be topic of Family Service meet. Jan. 26, 1950. p. 4.
            Family Service in annual meeting; officers elected. Feb. 9, 1950,  p. 7.
            80 active cases handled by Family Service last month. Feb. 23, 1950,  p. 22.
            How to tame junior and keep your house intact,  Mar. 16, 1950, p. 5.
            200 given aid this past year by Family Service. June 29, 1950,  p. 22.
            Family Service has new home above Modern Thrift Shop. Aug. 3, 1950,  p. 5.
            Family Service takes new quarters above Thrift Shop. Aug. 10, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Family Service plans “Open House” in new quarters. Oct. 19, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Family Services invites all to Open House next Sunday. Oct. 19, 1950,  p. 4.
            Next Family Service meeting to be held at library;  emotional health to be the subject. Nov. 23, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.

FEATURES

            Hello, World: birth announcements; appears each week; paging varies.
            With Fred and Red: talk column; appears each week; paging varies.
            High School Hall Marks: school chitchat; appears each week; paging varies.
            Waxworks: discusses new recordings; appears each week;  paging varies.
            Highwood Hi-Lights: Highwood news items; appears each week; paging varies.
            Town Talk: social events; appears at intervals; paging varies.
            Girl Scout Doings: notice of youth activities; paging varies.

FIORE, CHARLES, Nurseryman

            Charles Fiore  looks back on a career of local improvement. June 29, 1950, p. 29.

FIRES

Jan.      Kenneth H. Morine home ruined in $20,000 fire. Jan. 5,  1950, p. 5.
            New Year’s Day fire destroys Highland Park home. Jan. 5, 1950,  p. 5. HPP
            Ravinia Park disaster heads city’s loss by fire in 1949. Jan. 12, 1950, p. 5. HPP
            Highwood  fire chief gives annual report on city fire losses. Jan. 19, 1950, p. 32.
Mar.     Earl Moseley home swept by fire on Friday. Mar. 9, 1950,  p. 3.
            $5000 fire damage follows teen party in R. Wanger home. Mar. 30, 1950,   p. 3.
Apr.     Curious residents are chief headaches of fire fighters. Apr. 20, 1950, p. 32.
            Keeping up with Joneses can be hazardous at times. (Leaf burning) Apr. 27, 1950,  p. 4.
            16 grass fires reported to H.P. Fire Dept. Saturday. Apr. 27, 1950,  p. 8.
May     Chief Giangiorgi warns residents of fire hazards. May 4, 1950,  p. 10.
            It’s grass fire season again; 14 reported. May 11, 1950,  p. 3.
            Three engines fight blaze in E. M. Knox home. May 18, 1950, p. 4.
            $5000 blaze at A. J. Becker home. May 18, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
July      Five fires in Highland Park since July 1. July 13, 1950,  p. 4. 
Sept.    Yacht Club loses second floor in $8,000 holocaust. Sept. 14, 1950,  p. 3.
Oct.     Three fires in week keep H.P. fireman active. Oct. 12, 1950,  p. 4.
Nov.    Fire destroys Joseph Fulmer home in Highwood. Nov. 23, 1950,  p. 3.
            $3000 damage in basement blaze in Robert Stein home. Nov. 30, 1950,  p. 3.

FIREWORKS

            Illinois  bans fireworks as illegal. June 29,  1950,  p. 5. HPP.

FLORSHEIM, HAROLD M.

            Harold M. Florsheim to address American Legion Tuesday night. Feb. 23, 1950, p. 5.
            Harold M. Florsheim to address Legion Tuesday night. Feb. 23, 1950, p. 1. HPP.

FORT SHERIDAN, IL

            150 vacancies to be filled on Fort Sheridan post. Dec. 28, 1950,  p. 17.

GARDENS/GARDENING

            Garden pages  begin. Apr. 16, 1950,  pp. 12---
            Residents invited to stop and see their rose garden. June 22, 1950,  p. 3.
            Memorial  garden of Highland Park gardeners a civic enterprise. June 22, 1950, p. 1.  HPP
            Men’s Garden Club schedules annual show for Aug. 19-20.  Aug. 10, 1950,  p. 3.
            Mrs. W. Riddle wins Garden Club medal.  Aug. 24, 1950,   p. 4.
            Local garden clubs win prizes at Illinois Show. Nov. 30, 1950,  p. 4.
            Garden Clubs to beautify Edens Super Highway.  Nov. 30, 1950,  p. 4.

GREECE

            Nine officers of Royal Hellenic Navy visit here. Oct. 5, 1950,  p. 6.
            Two Greek victims of war find help in Highland Park.  Nov. 9, 1950,  p. 31.

GUNS

            Fined $100 for shooting pistol in Highland Park.  May 11, 1950, p. 5.
            Highland Parker to work on new NRA program. Sept. 28, 1950, p. 1. HPP.

HEALTH

Feb.     Petitions for County Health Dept. to be signed by League. Feb. 16, 1950,  p. 5.
May     58 cases of measles reported in  April.  May 4, 1950,  p. 5.
June     Dr. Ernest Volwiler named director of health information. June 29, 1950, p. 3.
July      Okay petition for referendum on Lake County Health Dept. July 13, 1950, p. 3.
Sept.    Public health is topic of County Council meeting. Sept. 7, 1950,  p. 3.
            Tuberculin testing program to start in schools on Tuesday. Sept. 14, 1950,  p. 3.
            Form committee to launch County Health Dept. drive. Sept. 21, 1950,   p. 3.
            Stress six basic services of public health in campaign. Sept. 28, 1950,   p. 5.
Oct.     TB surveys in H.P., Highwood  October 18-20. Oct. 5,  1950, p. 4.
            County dentists endorse health department. Oct. 12, 1950,  p. 4.
            Chest x-rays start here on Wednesday. Oct. 12, 1950,  p. 11.
            Campaign for county health department in final stage as election time approaches. Oct. 26, 1950,  p. 3.
            A Lake County  Health Department. Column: Bill Thomas. Oct. 26, 1950,  p. 1. HPP
            Women Voters back drive for County health department. Oct. 26, 1950, p. 1. HPP
Nov.    The County Health Department. Column: B. Thomas. Nov. 2, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Letters concerning Lake County Health Department. Nov. 2, 1950, p. 3. HPP.
            Lake County goes ‘Gateway’; thumbs down on county health. Nov. 9, 1950,  p. 3.
            Results of recent x-ray surveys told. Nov. 23, 1950,  p. 26.
            TB testing program to be enlarged due to additional funds. Dec. 14, 1950, p. 5.

HIGHLAND PARK, IL

Jan.      Council tables ordinance to raise real estate licenses. Jan. 12, 1950, p. 3.
            Council to accept bids on Recreation Department property. Jan. 19, 1950, p. 7.
            City Council receives eight bids to fill in Linden Ave. culvert. Jan. 26, 1950, p. 8.
Feb.     Thomas A. Mathews to defend city in Iredale Co. law suit. Feb. 9, 1950, p 3.
             HPHS freshmen to take over duties of city officials. Feb. 9, 1950,  p. 8.
            City council files ordinance listing new real estate fees. Feb. 16, 1950,  p. 3.
            Community Center bids to be opened on Feb. 27.  Fe. 16, 1950,  p. 3.
            Students take over city hall today.  Feb. 16, 1950, p. 5.
           Government students given taste of city hall headaches. Feb. 23, 1950,  p. 3.
            Teen-age council for a day proves efficient body. Feb. 23, 1950, p. 1. HPP
Mar.     H.P. Council  receives four bids on Community Center. Mar. 2, 1950,  p. 3.
            City begins its brown-out to save dwindling coal supplies. Mar. 2, 1950,   p. 3.
            Community Recreation Bldg. Nears completion.  Mar. 9, 1950,  p. 5.
            City sells old city hall, fire station. Mar. 16, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            H.P. City Council accepts two bids on Community Center. Mar. 16, 1950,  p. 5.
            VFWs  purchase H.P. Community Center Building. Mar. 23, 1950, p. 24.
            City Council discusses bids, permit, zoning. Mar. 30, 1950,  p. 3.
Apr.      City Hall dresses for Easter in last-word color scheme. Apr. 6, 1950,  p. 5.
             City buys squad car, approves road repair. Apr. 13, 1950,.  p. 3.
             Woodlands home owners vote to ‘get out of mud’. Apr. 20, 1950, p. 3.
May      Council accepts 2 bids covering bridge repairs. May 11, 1950,  p. 5.
             City  Council holds routine meeting. May 25, 1950,  p. 3.
June     Routing matters have attention of city council. June 15, 1950,  p. 4.
            Council ignores protests; approves road widening. June 29, 1950, p. 1. HPP
            Property owners walk out on city board meeting; hurl charges of “unfair” over street widening. June 29, 1950,  p. 3.
July      Recommendation for ordinance widening Green Bay. July 6, 1950, p. 4. HPP
            Council refuses hotel’s request to build pool. (Moraine) July 13, 1950,  p. 3.
            Hollywood finds Highland Pk. The typical American town. July 20, 1950, p. 5.
            Western Avenue petition transfer to be ‘clarified’. July 27, 1950,  p. 5.
            Council discusses rent curbs. July 27, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
Aug.    H.P. city council studies rent control needs in this area. Aug. 3, 1950,  p. 3.
            Annual  appropriation bill, May 1, 1950-Apr. 30, 195l. Aug. 3, 1950, p. 5. HPP.
            Two groups oppose H.P. property annexation.  Aug. 17, 1950,  p. 3.
            Council shelves rent control talks. Aug. 17, 1950,  p. 3.
            City council postpones decision on rent control. Aug. 17, 1950, p. 1. HPP
            City council approves tax levy of $466,831. Aug. 31, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Rent controls to end Dec. 31, in Highland Park. Aug. 31, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
Sept.    City commissioners get bids on new street grader. Sept. 14, 1950,  p. 3.     
            Offer petitions for, against renting H.S. athletic field.  Sept. 28, 1950,  p. 3.
Oct.     City OK’s new police car; turns down hose tower bid. Oct. 12, 1950,  p. 5.
            City gets United Nations flag. Oct. 12, 1950, p. 8.
            U.N. flag goes up and down on H.P. flag pole. Oct. 19, 1950,  p. 3.
            Mayor accepts gold key to new center. Oct. 19, 1950,  p. 5.
            Council gets two $3855 bids for water works repair. Oct. 26, 1950,  p. 3.
Nov.    Council accepts waterworks bid; OK’s air taxi. Nov. 16, 1950,  p. 3.
            Jobs safe for city workers who enter armed forces. Nov. 30, 1950,  p. 3.
            Report on Monday night’s council meeting. Nov. 30, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
Dec.     Our streets are not public garages, says city council. Dec. 14, 1950,  p. 3.                    

HIGHLAND PARK BUILDING DEPARTMENT

            Residents did less building in 1949, annual report shows. Jan. 5, 1950,    p. 5.
            Increase in number of building permits for January reported. Feb. 9, 1950,    p. 3.
            Increase in valuation of building permits for February shown.  Mar. 2, 1950,   p. 3
            February  report of Building Dept.   Mar. 2, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Building inspector reports 23 March home permits issued. Apr. 13, 1950, p.1 HPP
            Residents are doing more building this year report shows. Apr. 20, 1950,   p. 3.
            Building permits more than doubled in April this year. May 11, 1950,   p. 3.
            38 building permits issued last month. June 8, 1950,    p. 3
            Month of May sees beginning of 23 new homes. June 8, 1950, p. 1, HPP.
            H.P. doubles building total for June ’49.  July 13, 1950,   p. 3.
            Report of Building Dept. for June, 1950.  July 13, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Apt. units in construction on Park Avenue. Aug. 10, 1950,  p. 3.
            Report of Building Department for July. Aug. 10, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            No. of building permits doubles; issue 72 in August.  Sept. 7, 1950,   p. 3.
            Report of Building Department for August. Sept. 7, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Building Report for September. Oct. 5, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            Building Department issues 36 permits during September. Oct. 5, 1950,  p. 3.
            Building Department issues 49 permits during last month. Nov. 9, 1950,  p. 3.
            Building report for October, 1950.  Nov. 9, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Report 28 Bldg. permits issued in November. Dec. 7, 1950,  p. 5.
            Building report for November.   Dec. 7, 1950, p. 1. HPP.

H. P. CO-ORDINATING COUNCIL

            Co-ordinating Council hears report of community progress. May 25, 1950, p. 5.

HIGHLAND PARK FIRE DEPARTMENT

            Police and fire depts. (sic) save life. Feb. 9, 1950,  p. 5.
            Fire fighters furnish hospital room.  Photo.  Mar. 9, 1950,  p. 12.
            H.P. Fire Department answers 3 calls in one week. May 4, 1950,  p. 7.
            Honor 3 H.P. firemen for 20 years of service. Nov. 9, 1950,  p. 5.
            Inhalator squad saves Mrs. Joseph Smith. Dec. 21, 1950,  p. 4.
            Fire Chief Hennig lists Christmas safety measures. Dec. 21, 1950,  p. 4.

HIGHLAND PARK HIGH SCHOOL

Jan.      Movie depicting school activities at high school, Jan. 12. Jan. 5, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            High school problems presented by member of school board. Jan. 19, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            High school board and faculty study school’s future needs. Jan. 19, 1950, p. 4.
            High school problems. Jan. 26, 1950,  p. 2. HPP.
            Attorneys take new action in H.Park-L.Forest split. Jan. 26, 1950, p. 3.
            HPHS one of poorest lighted schools in the suburban area. Jan. 26, 1950, p. 4.
            New course in family living to be taught at high school. Jan. 26, 1950,  p. 11.
Feb.     Establish three year nursing scholarships for HPHS seniors. Feb. 2, 1950,  p. 3.
            High school problems. Feb. 2, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            HPHS enrollment trends show peak will be reached in 1957. Feb. 2, 1950,  p. 4.
            Trades class building house. Feb. 9, 1950,  p. 21.
            Classroom space is becoming acute problem at high school. Feb. 9, 1950,  p. 4.
            Faculty  revising Honor Society. Feb. 9, 1950, p. 5.
            High school problems. Feb. 9, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            High School Board faces decision on repairs and replacements. Feb. 16, 1950,  p. 4.
            Students take over city hall today. Feb. 16, 1950,  p. 5.
            High school problems. Feb. 16, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Government students given taste of city hall headaches. Feb. 23, 1950, p. 3.
            Inadequacies of high school auditorium listed by board. Feb. 23, 1950, p. 4.
            High school problems. Feb. 23, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            HPHS student council on PTA program. Feb. 23, 1950,  p. 13.
            What does brotherhood mean? HPHS students have the answer. Feb. 23, 1950,  p. 15.
Mar.     East building of high school is inadequate after 45 years.  Mar. 2, 1950,  p. 4.
            High school seniors hold crystal ball.  Mar. 2, 1950,  p. 10.
            High school problems. Mar. 2, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            Built in 1900, Shields’ Hall at HPHS  is inadequate, fire trap.  Mar. 9, 1950,  p. 4.
            High school problems. Mar. 9, 1950,  p. 5.  HPP.
           Legality of high school district split to be tested. Mar. 16, 1950,  p. 3.
            Restricted facilities hamper HPHS physical education department. Mar. 16, 1950,  p. 4.
            High school problems. Mar. 16, 1950,  p. 5. HPP.
            Intra-mural program at HPHS is limited by inadequacies. Mar. 23, 1950,  p. 4.
Apr.     Legality of high school district to be tested. Apr. 13, 1950,  p. 5. 
            Propose gym, pool, cafeteria. Apr. 13, 1950,  p. 28.
            High school problems. Apr. 20, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            Plans for new high school include gym, pool.  Apr. 20, 1950,   p. 4.
            HPHS  PTA to discuss consolidation. Apr. 20, 1950,  p. 8.
            Quo warranto case opens in court; continues tomorrow. Apr. 27, 1950,   p. 3.
            Parents to tour Highland Park High School. Photos. Apr. 27, 1950,  p. 22.
May     High school split suit may last all summer. May 4, 1950,  p. 3.
            Lake Forest may call hundreds of witnesses. May 4, 1950,  p. 3.
            Curtain rises Saturday night on HPHS play.  May 4, 1950,  p. 30.
            Over 8% of high school students earn high honors. May 25, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Continue hearing on high school split. May 25, 1950,  p. 3.
June     224 seniors will receive diplomas at H.P. High School. June 1, 1950,  p. 3.
            HPHS graduates number 224. June 8, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            H. W. Norman quits presidency of HPHS board of education.  June 15, 1950,  p3
            Commencements rites end prep  days of seniors; F. Schweiger awarded honor  Medal; 24 win scholarships.  June 15, 1950,  p. 5.
            President of high school board tenders resignation. June 22, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            High school board studies building repair program. June 22, 1950,  p. 4.Aug
            School split case rests; hearings to resume later. Aug. 24, 1950,  p. 3.
Sept.    Committee nominates Irl (sic) Marshall to succeed H. W. Norman. Sept. 7, 1950, p. 3.
            Mrs. Mason Smith new president of high school board. Sept. 21, 1950,  p. 4.
            Unlimited horizons in adult education; HPHS, Recreation Center and YWCA co-ordinate facilities.  Sept. 28, 1950,  p. 8.  
Oct.     H.P. to oppose second high school split. Oct. 5, 1950,  p. 3.
            Grinnell  (College) president rates HPHS one of best in country. Oct. 12, 1950, p. 22.
Nov.    Home “Ec” department of high school wins fame. Nov. 16, 1960,  p. 1. HPP.
            Set Dec. 4 for last hearings in high school split. Nov. 30, 1950,  p. 3.
            Laud carpenter training course at high school. Nov. 30, 1950,  p. 34
Dec.     End  H.S. District split suit Saturday, Judge Dady pleads. Dec. 7, 1950, p. 3.
            Program of Christmas music at H.,P. High School Sunday. Dec. 7, 1950,  p. 5.
            High school split hearings to resume next Wednesday. Dec. 14, 1950,  p. 3.
            Switch final plea date in school split to Jan. 26.  Dec. 28, 1950,  p. 3.

HIGHLAND PARK HOSPITAL

Jan.      Highland Park Hospital wins full ACS approval; 5 new doctors added. Jan. 12, 1950,  p. 5.
            Five additions made to staff of H.P. Hospital. Jan. 12, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Deerfield Woman’s Club to furnish hospital room in new addition. Jan. 26, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Highland Park Hospital reports services.  Jan. 26, 1950, p. 8.
Feb.     Hospital building fund passes $756,000 mark. Feb. 2, 1950,  p. 5.
            Hospital fund reaches 765,000 (sic) Feb. 2, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
Mar.     Firefighters furnish hospital room. Photo.  Mar. 9, 1950,  p. 12.
Apr.     Physical therapy department is hospital supporters’ goal. Apr. 13, 1950,  p. 5.
            New  department at hospital. Apr. 13, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Typical case benefited by physical therapy hospital treatment. Apr. 20, 1950, p. 1.  HPP.
            Therapy help in store for H.P. Hospital patients. Apr. 20, 1950,  p. 4.
            Hospital Woman’s Auxiliary—symbol of community service. Apr. 20, 1950, p10.
            Report progress in plans for physical therapy dept. (sic) Apr. 27, 1950,  p. 5.
May     Hospital to restrict number of visitors to patients’ rooms. May 11, 1950,  p. 3.
            H.P. Hospital to pay tribute to nurses May 7-14. May 11, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Hospital to tighten rules for visitors. May 11, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Award hospital scholarships. May 18, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Howell W. Murray honored by friends of hospital. May 18, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Hospital therapy room to be named for Howell  W.  Murray. May 18, 1950,  p. 3.
June     Hospital reports to its community. June 8, 1950,  p. 4.
            Hospital reports to its community. June 8, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Hospital opens in 1918 with 10 beds, 6 cribs. June 29, 1950,  p. 35.
Aug.    Hospital employees learn art of using fire extinguisher. Aug. 3, 1950,  p. 3.
Oct.     Local clergyman to share dedication of new hospital wing. Oct. 5, 1950,  p. 3.
            Highland Park Hospital opens its new east wing. Photos. Oct. 12, 1950,  p. 5.
            Highland Park Hospital dedication draws crowd in spite of rain. Oct. 12, 1950, p. 1, HPP.
Nov.    List  new managers, trustees of H.P. Hospital Foundation. Nov. 2, 1950, p. 5.
            Highland Park Hospital trustees hold annual meeting. Nov. 9, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Miss Marion Euler new director of nurses at hospital.  Nov. 9, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            Auxiliary workers need help to work at H.P. Hospital. Nov. 23, 1950,  p. 5.
Dec.     H.P. Hospital birth rate nears 400 mark for 1950.  Dec. 7, 1950,  p. 4.
            Hospital in ‘finish-the-job’ drive to raise $350,000. Dec. 14, 1950,  p. 3.
            Bright holiday in  prospect for local patients. Dec. 21, 1950,  p. 4.
            Hospital report reflects advent of Christmastide. Dec. 21, 1950,   p. 5.
            Honor Dr. Case for distinguished work in radiology field. Dec. 21, 1950,  p. 5.     

HIGHLAND PARK POLICE DEPARTMENT

            Gun awarded to sharpshooter.  Jan. 5, 1950, p. 5.
            Tom Giaimo replaces Emmett Moroney on H.P. police force. Jan. 19, 1950, p. 3.
            Police and fire depts (sic) save life. Feb. 9, 1950, p. 5.
            Cecil Campbell new officer on police department staff. July 6, 1950, p. 3. 
            New member of police force. July 6, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            City police to aid at school crossings. Sept. 21, 1950,  p. 3.
            Accidents, thefts, keep H.P. police busy.  Sept. 21, 1950,  p. 4.

HIGHLAND PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY

Jan.      H.P. Library lists magazines it will subscribe to in ’50. Jan. 5, 1950, p. 24.
Feb.     Reference department at library ready to aid Highland Parkers. Feb. 2, 1950,  p. 4.
            Friends of Library to hear talk on atomic energy Sunday. Feb. 9, 1950,  p. 7.
            Books and exhibits on Scandinavia at library. Feb. 9, 1950,  p. 5. HPP.
Mar.     Friends of Library to present Roy C. Macrides Sun. Mar. 5. Mar. 2, 1950, p. l. HPP.
            Books for Lenten reading available at H.P. Library. Mar. 16, 1950,  p. 30.
            Friends of Library to present Col. Howard Markey. Mar. 30, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
Apr.     Friend of Library offer music enjoyment series by S. Rollins. Apr. 16, 1950, p. 18
            Photo cover of library building.  Apr. 20, 1950.
May     H.P. Library to display treasure chest from Norway. May 4, 1950,  p. 40.
            Library displays exhibit of maps, books, on fishing. May 4, 1950,   p. 4.
            Friends of Library to elect executive board Wed. May 25, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            Library Friends membership drive starts Wednesday.  May 25, 1950,  p. 3.
June     Friends of Highland Park library hold annual meeting. June 8, 1950,  p. 27.
            Friends of H.P. Public Library elect officers for coming year. June 8, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Library Friends slate special meeting Monday.  June 15, 1950,  p. 5.
            John M. Cory to speak to Friends of H.P. Library. June 15, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            Friends of the Library provide music series and lectures. June 29, 1950, p. 27.
             H.P. Library serves varied needs of many readers. June 29, 1950,  p. 30.
July      Music, literature tops on Library Friends agenda. July 6, 1950,  p. 4.  
            Reading program at H.P. Library breaks records. July 13, 1950,  p. 12.
Aug.    Record loans soar as music fans find library collection. Aug. 17, 1950,  p. 5.
            Great Books course to resume here in September. Aug. 31, 1950,  p. 4.
            Library offers many books on mental health. Aug. 31, 1950,  p. 4.
Oct.     Library increases its periodical list on world affairs. Oct. 12, 1950,  p. 27.
Nov.    Foreign collection of children’s books featured at library. Nov. 16, 1950,  p. 14.
Dec.     Psychological study given to H.P. Library by Women of Moose.  Dec. 7, 1950,  p. 27.
            Library presents history of theatre. Dec. 21, 1950,  p. 3. HPP.

HIGHWOOD, IL

Jan.     Passini family holds reunion. Jan. 5, 1950,  p. 34.
            Highwood fire chief gives annual report on city fire losses.  Jan. 19, 1950, p. 32.
            Put on your duster, Mother – here’s Mecham and his camera. (Photos of Historic Highwood) Jan. 19, 1950, p. 33.
            Highwood Chest gives $1300 to aid center. Jan. 26, 1950, p. 3.
Feb.     No night parking in snow says Highwood Council. Feb. 9, 1950,  p. 4
            Highwood Council to discuss Community Center referendum. Feb. 23, 1950, p3.
            Fire Department explains work of inhalator. Photo. Feb. 23, 1950,  p. 38.
Mar.     Highwood Council to pass on ordinance for tax referendum. Mar. 2, 1950,  p. 5.
            Highwood police ask for increase of 20% in wage. Mar. 9, 1950,  p. 4. HPP.
            Highwood Council asks for vote on Community Center. Mar. 9, 1950,  p . 5.
            Highwood Council meets to discuss finances of city.  Mar. 23, 1950,  p. 5.
            Vote to up tax rate on Highwood Center. Mar. 30, 1950,  p. 3.
Apr.     Vote Saturday to up Highwood Center tax. Apr. 6, 1950,  p. 5.
            119 vote to increase Highwood Center tax. Apr. 13, 1950,  p. 3.
            Highwood Council authorizes street repair work. Apr. 13, 1950,  p. 3.
            Highwood mayor to address parley on race relations. Apr. 20, 1950,  p. 5.
            Cost of renting Highwood water meters going up.  Apr. 27, 1950,  p. 5.
May     Hope to have new hospital in Highwood finished by August. May 4, 1950, p. 3.
            Mayor Musatto lashes Mayor of Waukegan.  May 11, 1950,  p. 3.
            Highwood council gets kids set for summer. May 25, 1950,  p. 3.
            Position open at Highwood post office. May 25, 1950, p. 1, HPP.
June     Highwood Hospital clinic nears completion. Photo. June 1, 1950,  p. 3.
            Highwood council to act on street surveys, repairs. June 8, 1950,  p. 3.
            Highwood selects recreation assistant. June 22, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            Council OK’s appointment of Highwood Center director. June 22, 1950,  p. 3.
            Highwood residents promised ‘safe and sane Fourth’. June 29, 1950,  p . 4.
July      Move to end casualties at Highwood intersection. July 6, 1950,  p. 3.
            Highwood hospital to be ready in August. July 6, 1950,   p. 5.
            Highwood citizens meet to discuss rail fatalities; will ask other North Shore towns to join fight. July 13, 1950,  p. 3.
            Annual appropriation bill of city of Highwood. July 13, 1950,  p. 6. HPP. 
            Highwood readies railway crossing plea for governor. July 20, 1950,  p. 3.
            Western Avenue petition transfer to be ‘clarified’. July 27, 1950,  p. 5.
            Highwood aldermen to ask adequate crossing protection. July 27, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
Aug.    Highwood Lions pay tribute to Chief Benvenuti. Photo. Aug. 3, 1950,  p. 18.
            Highwood Council votes in favor of rent control. Aug. 10, 1950,  p. 3.
            Highwood officials await action on crossing petition. Aug. 10, 1950,  p. 3.
            Two groups oppose H.P. property annexation. Aug. 17, 1950,  p. 3.
            C&NW probe of Hwd.(sic) crossings scheduled for next Thursday. Aug. 17, 1950,  p. 3.
            Junior police force to be organized in Highwood. Aug. 24, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Council ‘thinks over’ ICC plan for automatic gates. Aug. 31, 1950,  p. 3.
Sept.    City council seeks answer to Highwood’s parking problem.   Sept. 7, 1950,  p. 3.
            Highwood passes $41,525 tax ordinance. Sept. 6, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Highwood to ask railway officials for parking area. Sept. 14, 1950,  p. 3.
            Present arterial plan at Highwood Council meeting. Sept. 21, 1950,  p. 29.
            Highwood volunteer fire department to accept applications. Sept. 28, 1950, p. 10.
Oct.     Highwood liquor deputies tighten reins on vendors. Oct. 5, 1950,  p. 5.
            Guy Bernabei resigns as city clerk of Highwood. Oct. 12, 1950,  p. 4.
            Highwood Hospital-Clinic is ready for November opening. Oct. 19, 1950, p. 3.
            Highwood Volunteer Fire Department: ‘Service above selves’ well-earned title. Photo. Oct. 19, 1950,  p. 7. 
            Ossian Carlson takes oath as Highwood clerk.  Oct. 26, 1950, p. 5.
            Highwood’s 1950 chest campaign drives to goal. Oct. 26, 1950,  p. 5.
Nov.    Oliver Zanarini resigns post as city councilman. Nov. 9, 1950,  p. 3.
            Highwood judge fines fighter for street bouts. Nov. 16, 1950,  p. 3.
            Highwood Hospital to open  day after Thanksgiving. Nov. 23, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Highwood to have 2 new railway crossing gates. Nov. 23, 1950,  p. 3.
            Highwood Community Center now offers library service. Nov. 23, 1950, p. 10.
Dec.     NW asks Highwood to pay share of gate expenses. Dec. 7, 1950,  p. 3.
            Hold police car bid at Highwood. Dec. 21, 1950,  p. 3.
            Harley Ridgway resigns Highwood Center position.  Dec. 28, 1950,  p. 3.

HIGHWOOD HOSPITAL AND CLINIC

            Highwood Hospital Clinic is ready for November opening. Oct. 19, 1950, p. 3.
            Highwood Clinic open for preview this Sunday. Nov. 16, 1950,  p.4.
            Patients scheduled for operations at Highwood Hospital. Nov. 23, 1950,  p. 4.
            At Highwood Hospital opening. Photo. Nov. 30, 1950,  p. 3.

HISTORY

            Photos  c1898 of downtown  Highwood, corner Waukegan and Highwood  Avenues. Jan. 19, 1950,  p. 33.
            Elm Place costume room yields historical array of clothing. Feb. 2, 1950,  p. 20.
            Zahnle, William, obituary.  Descendant of pioneer family. April 27, 1950,  p. 50.
            Egan Place, a city landmark, goes on the realtors’ lists. June 8, 1950, p. 5.
            Mid-Century montage.  Cover. June 29, 1950.
            Articles on local history and organizations appear throughout the June 29, 1950 Issue.
            Excerpts from Sheridan Road Newsletter for June 8, 1900. June 29, 1950,   p. 36.
            A bit of Ravinia history is recalled by concert patron.  July 20, 1950,  p. 4
            Historical program, exhibits to mark church anniversary. (Highland Park Presbyterian Church)  Photos. Nov. 2, 1950,  p. 23.
            Ravinia’s historic boulder memorial to Mrs. Rosenwald. Nov. 16, 1950, p. 5.

HITCHHIKING

            Police to enforce hitchiking laws. Feb. 9, 1950,  p. 3.

HOBBIES

            Some read detective stories—here’s what your (high school) teachers do. Dec.14, 1950,  p. 11.

HOLIDAYS

Apr.     200 kids expected to take part in Easter Egg hunt. Apr. 6, 1950.  p. 32. 
May     Local residents to help celebrate Armed Forces Day. May 11, 1950,  p. 3.
            Ask residents to observe Armed Forces Day.  May 18, 1950,  p. 5.
            Services to honor war heroes Tuesday, Memorial Day. May 25, 1950,  p. 3.
July      Seek $2500 for Highland Park Yule decorations. July 20, 1950,  p. 3.
            Start Yule fund drive today at breakfast meet. July 27, 1950,  p. 3.
Nov.     Legion-VFW rites at city flag pole to mark Armistice Day. Nov. 9, 1950, p. 3
            Halloween was not really so quiet. Nov. 9, 1950,  p. 5.
            Public schools prepare Thanksgiving Day programs. Nov. 16, 1950,  p. 4.
Dec.     Presbyterian women to hear (Highland Park) ensemble at Christmas program. Dec. 14, 1950,  p. 8.
            Lincoln School to observe holiday time with Christmas music.  Dec. 14, 1950,
            Santa will be at Elm Place School on Sunday. Dec. 7, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Pastors’ Christmas messages. Dec. 21, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            ‘Fancy Card’ collection stirs inquiry into Yule greetings. Dec. 21, 1950,  p. 3.
            Highland Parkers create clever Yuletide greetings. Dec. 21, 1950,  p. 5.

HOUSES/ESTATES

            Egan Place, a city landmark goes on realtors’ lists. June 8, 1950,  p. 5.
            ‘American Home’ Lions Club project finds a purchaser. Nov. 9, 1950, p. 1. HPP.  

HOUSING

            Stabilized building costs deemed helpful to older properties. Jan. 26, 1950, p. 35.
            Lions Club builds charm house to swell its scholarship fund. Mar. 16, 1950.  p. 5.
            2 apt. units in construction on Park Avenue.  Aug. 10, 1950,  p. 3.
            ‘American Home’ Lions Club project finds a purchaser. Nov. 9, 1950, p. 1. HPP.

HUNTING

            Hunters make it unsafe to open one’s front door.  Oct. 5, 1950,  p. 3.
            H.P. duck hunter spends icy hour awaiting rescue. Nov. 9, 1950,  p. 9.
            Fine Evanstonians for hunting within H.P. limits. Nov. 9, 1950,  p. 31.
            Fine H.P. youths for hunting in city limits. Nov. 9, 1950,  p. 31.
            Six stymied hunters must show in court. Nov. 23, 1950,   p. 4.

INGERLE, RUDOLPH

            Rudolph Ingerle dies here. Oct. 26, 1950,   p. 3.
            Rudolph Ingerle, Highland Park artist, dies. Oct. 26, 1950,  p.6.  HPP.

ITALY

            Dinner to open fund  drive for Boys’ Town, Italy.  May 11, 1950,  p. 5.
            Mrs. Carroll Binder meets a Highland Park jacket in Italy.  May 18, 1950,  p. 12.
            North Shore citizens rally to aid Father Bartoli’s Boys Town drive. July 13, 1950,  p. 1.  HPP.
            Arlington Farms polo game to benefit Italian Boys’ Town. July 13, 1950,  p. 22.
            Proceeds of polo game to benefit Boystown  (sic)of Italy. July 20, 1950, p.5. HPP
            Highwood city fathers support Boys’ Town.  Photo. Aug. 3, 1950,  p. 17.
            Polo match to aid Boystown (sic). Aug. 3, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            Mammoth wrestling show to benefit Boys’ Town Aug. 29.  Aug. 24, 1950, p. 1. HPP.

JENSEN, JENS

            Ravinia’s  historic boulder memorial to Mrs. Rosenwald. Nov. 16, 1950,  p. 5.

KOREA

    See also: Draft (Selective Service)

July      Machinist mate, Richard Eubanks, sends news of Korea crisis. July 20, 1950,  p.3.
            H.P. marine, David Gerhardt, sails for Korea. July 20, 1950,  p. 3.
            Gen. Wilbur to speak on Korean crisis.  July 20, 1950,  p. 4.
Aug.    Capt. Chas. Block serves with army in Korea. Aug. 3, 1950,  p. 3.
            Sailors in battle zone await visits of ‘Clementine ‘. Aug. 24, 1950,  p. 5.
Sept.    Cpl. Ronald Bailey serves with 5th Air Force in Korea. Sept. 14, 1950,  p. 4.
            War influence felt in this vicinity. Sept. 14, 1950,  p. 8. HPP.
            Lt. Wm. H. Wilbur, Jr. city’s first Korean war casualty. Sept. 28, 1950,  p. 3.
            Lt. Wm. H. Wilbur fatally wounded in action in Korea. Sept. 28, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Alfred Smolinsky tells of life with Korea Hosp. Corps. Sept. 1950,  p. 3.
Oct.     Gen. W. H. Wilbur to speak in Highwood on Korean situation. Oct. 12, 1950, p. 1. HPP
            Gen. Wilbur tells meaning behind Korean situation. Oct. 19, 1950,  p. 3.
Nov.    Two families await arrival of sons from Korean battle zone. Nov. 30, 1950,  p. 3.
Dec.     Return to Korea when leaves are canceled  on coast.  Dec. 14, 1950,  p. 4.

LADY ELGIN ,  Ship

            Lady Elgin saga is retold for residents 90 and under. June 29, 1950, p. 5.

LAKE COUNTY, IL

Jan.      County primary filing closes, two Highland Parkers in race. Jan. 26, 1950, p. 3. (Sheahen, Leaf)
Feb.     Petitions for County Health Dept. to be signed by League. Feb. 16, 1950,  p. 5.
            County tax bills soar nearly half million higher than last year. Feb. 23, 1950,  p.5.
Mar.     Clarence (Cal) Hoff seeks Republican nomination for county sheriff. Mar. 16, 1950,  p. 2.  HPP.
Apr.     Lake County cast 24,000 votes in primary election. Apt. 13, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Lake County wins first place in Christmas seal sale. Apr. 20, 1950, p. 9.
July      Okay  petition for referendum on Lake County Health Dept.  July 13, 1950, p. 3.
            County health petition accepted by Board on Tues. July 11.  July 13, 1950, p. 1. HPP
            Thomas R. Wyles re-appointed to County Zoning Board. July 20, 1950,  p. 3.
Aug.    State gas tax shows nice increase for Lake County towns. Aug. 31, 1950, p. 1.  HPP.
Sept.    Public health is topic of County Council meeting. Sept. 7, 1950,  p. 3.
            Steering committee for Lake County water district meets today. Sept. 21, 1950,  p. 1, HPP.
            Plan county water district. Sept.21, 1950,  p. 3.
            Form committee to launch County Health Dept. drive. Sept. 21, 1950,  p. 3.
            A Lake County Health Dept. Column: Bill Thomas. Oct. 26, 1950,  p. 1, HPP.
            Women Voters back drive for county health department. Oct. 26, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
Nov.    Lake County goes ‘Gateway’; thumbs down on county health. Nov. 9, 1950, p. 3.
Dec.     Board elects J. P. White new county coroner. Dec. 7, 1950,  p. 3.
            John P. White elected Lake County coroner. Dec. 7, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.

LAKE FOREST, IL

            High school split suit may last all summer; Lake Forest may call hundreds of  witnesses. May 4, 1950,  p. 3.

LAKE MICHIGAN

Jan.      Yacht clubbers to hear talk on ‘Rules of the Road’. Jan. 26, 1950, p. 14.
Mar.     N.S. Yachters to lay plans for summer sailing season.  Mar. 2, 1950,  p. 9.
            Rifle range  creates danger zone in Lake Michigan. Mar. 23, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
May     Yacht Club starts season’s first races this weekend. May 25, 1950,  p. 36.
June    Central beach house glamorized for June 17 opening day. June 1, 1950,  p. 3.
            Beaches will open June 17.  June 8, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Beaches open with a ‘Br-r-r’, few takers. June 22, 1950,  p. 3.
            Yacht Club is most active on lakes. June 29,m 1950,  p. 27.
Sept.    Landlubber peeks through N.S. Yacht Club porthole. Sept. 7, 1950,  p. 5.
Oct.     Endorse plan to control erosion at shore line. Oct. 19, 1950,  p. 4.
Nov.    Sail boat winners will be feted at Yacht Club. Nov. 23, 1950,  p. 2. HPP.
           Record turpidity of lake water. Nov. 30, 1950,  p. 1.
           City filter plant states lake mud reaches new high. Nov. 30,  1950,  p. 3.
Dec.    Yacht Club caps sailing season with dinner dance. Dec. 7, 1950, p. 1. HPP.

LIQUOR

            Louis Nudi to come before liquor board. Nov. 9, 1950,  p. 5.
            Louis Nudi’s fate awaits continuation of liquor hearing . Nov. 16, 1950,  p. 3.
            Beg your pardon. (Correction on Nudi story) Nov. 23, 1950,  p. 3.

MC CARTHY, SENATOR JOSEPH

            Senator McCarthy to speak at Lake Villa on Sept. 17th. Sept. 14, 1950, p. 1. HPP

MAIL

   See:  U. S. Post Office.

MAPS

            Highland Park, Highwood, Deerfield precinct map. Sept. 28, 1950,  p. 4.

MARTIN, GEORGE

            George Martin is marketing director, International Bank. Oct. 26, 1950,  p. 4.

MECHAM, ALBERT, Photographer.

            Put on your duster, Mother- here’s Mecham with his camera. Historic photos Highwood area, c1898.  Jan. 19, 1950,   p. 33.

MEDICAL BUILDING

            Dr. H. E. Lang to open new building at 572 Central Ave.  Mar. 23, 1950,  p. 40.

MENTAL HEALTH

            Plans made to establish mental clinic on North Shore. June 15, 1950, p. 1. HPP.      
            Mental health clinic planned for North Shore. Dec. 7, 1950,  p. 5.
            Charter issued by state to North Shore Mental Health. Assoc. Dec. 7, 1950, p. 1,  HPP.
            Mental clinic board seeks building site. Dec. 14, 1950,  p. 20.

MID-CENTURY HISTORICAL SECTION

            June 29, 1950.

            Photos:
            Paving W. Central Ave.  p.8.
            Miss Baker’s room   p. 8.
            The old  City Hall   p. 10.
            Port Clinton lighthouse  p. 5.
            First Church of Christ Scientist  p. 21.
            Carnegie Library building   p. 30.
            Historical society founders   p. 30.
            Larson’s Store  p. 31.
            1st Catholic church  p. 36.
            1st milkman, John Mooney  p. 36.
            Deerfield/Shields H.S. classroom   p. 36.
            Original Presbyterian Church  p. 37.
            Northwestern Military Academy  p. 40.
            H.P. Baseball Club   p.  40.
            Ravinia Park , early 1900s.  p. 43.

MILITARY TRAINING

            American  Legion for universal military training. Aug. 10, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            17,300 Legion posts work for adoption of U.M.I. Aug. 17, 1950, p. 5. HPP.

MILK BOTTLES

            Milk bottles will be on the square. Aug. 3, 1950,  p. 6.

MILLARD, EVERETT

            A bit of Ravinia history is recalled by concert patron.  July 20, 1950,  p. 5.
            Everett Millard in Peace Path group. Aug. 10, 1950,  p. 4.
            Ravinia’s historic boulder memorial to Mrs. Rosenwald.  Nov. 16, 1950,  p. 5.

MOSQUITOS

            Hardin W. Masters is new board member of Mosquito District. Feb. 9, 1950,  p. 4.
            Hardin W. Masters named secretary of Mosquito Abatement unit. Feb. 16, 1950. p. 2.  HPP.
            Life among the culicidae. June 22, 1950,  p. 5.
            Name new trustee to Abatement Dist. Board next spring. (Melvin R. Nelson)  Dec. 14, 1950,  p. 3.

MOTION PICTURES

            William Pearl ends 40 years as manager of Alcyon Theater. Nov. 9, 1950,  p. 7.

MUSIC

Jan.      Community Concerts to present famed violinist Monday. (Zino Francescatti)  Jan. 5, 1950,  p. 10.
            Celebrated violinist here. (Zino Francescatti) Jan. 5, 1950, p. 1. HPP
            Francescatti thrills crowd in pixy-lit high school hall. Jan. 12, 1950, p. 5.
            Music goes ‘round and ‘round, shades of 1935; it’s in again. Jan. 12, 1950, p.40.
Feb.     Vronsky and Babin are fourth on community concert series. Feb. 2, 1950,  p. 6.
            Michael Memorial Music Award announces annual competition.  Feb. 23, 1950, p. 5.
            Concert Assn. Presents Pittsburgh Symphony March 14, Feb. 23, 1950, p. 1. HPP
Mar.     Begin auditions for Michaels Memorial award in late May. Mar. 2,1950, p. 2. HPP.   
Apr.     200 entries are received for Michaels Memorial Music Award. Apr. 6, 1950, p.41.
            Outstanding programs slated this fall by H.P. Community Concerts. Apr. 13, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            May auditions to determine Michaels Music award. Apr. 13, 1950,  p. 2. HPP.
            Pianist Artur Rubinstein to appear at Community Center. Apr. 20, 1950,  p. 28.
May     Pick panel of judges for prelim auditions in Michaels Award. May 11, 1950,  p. 4.
            Four chosen finalists in Michaels Memorial Music Award prelims. May 25, 1950,  p. 5.
            Auditions for Michaels award contest under way. May 25, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
June     Music Club scholarship to benefit from theater performance.  June 29, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
July      Michaels auditions to be held Sunday. July 6, 1950,  p. 5.
            Music Theatre aids H.P. Music Club fund. July 6, 1950,  p. 5.
            Two are winners of Michaels Memorial awards.  July 13, 1950,  p. 5.
Sept.    Community Concert Ass’n. to conduct drive for members. Sept. 7, 1950,  p. 3.
            Concert Ass’n (sic) begins season. Sept. 7, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Community Concert Ass’n launches membership campaign here. Sept. 14, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Community Concert memberships sold out. Sept.21, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
Oct.     Maria Santi to appear with Austrian artists in recital. Oct. 5, 1950, p. 1. HPP
            Maria Anna Santi to give recital Sunday afternoon. Oct. 12, 1950,  p. 31.
            De Paur Infantry Chorus to open Community Concert season. Oct. 19, 1950,  p. 6.
            Infantry Chorus here Friday. Oct. 19, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
Nov.     Don Cossacks sing, dance tomorrow night at HPHS. Nov. 2, 1950,  p. 5.
            Kiwanians present Don Cossacks at high school Nov. 3. Nov. 2, 1950, p. 1, HPP.
            Cleveland Symphony to appear at high school. Nov. 9, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Cleveland Orchestra appears Sunday in high school concert. Nov. 9, 1950,  p. 5.
Dec.     (H.P. Music) Ensemble to entertain Women’s Club. (Photo) Dec. 14, 1950,  p. 18.

NEW RESIDENTS

            Newcomers to Highland Park. Jan. 26, 1950,  p. 4. HPP.
            West Ridge greets five new families entering community. Nov. 23, 1950,  p. 4.
            Newcomers to Highland Park, list. Nov. 30, 1950,  p. 4. HPP.
            Newcomers to Highland Park, list. Dec. 7, 1950,  p. 4. HPP.

NEWSPAPERS

            Highland Park NEWS adopts new format; larger page reflects modern trend.  June 1, 1950,  p. 3.
            Raise subscription rate of The NEWS. Nov. 23, 1950,  p. 3.

NOERENBERG, FREDERICK C.

            They like Second Street after 50 happy years on it. June 29, 1950,  p. 33.

NURSES/NURSING

            Establish three-year nursing scholarships for HPHS seniors. Feb. 2, 1950, p. 3.
            The  nursing profession. (ed.)  May 11, 1950,  p. 4.
            Volunteer nurses aides are desperately needed. Oct. 19, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            Miss Marion Euler new director of nurses at hospital. Nov. 9, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            Urgent appeal for Red Cross nurses. Nov. 9, 1950,  p. 2. HPP.

OBITUARIES

     * Indicates member of pioneer family. HPN = Highland Park News.

            Aaron, Dr. William H., Dec. 14, 1940,  p. 50.  HPN
            Armstrong, John. Aug. 24, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Atteridge, Thomas. June 22, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.
            Baldwin, Mrs. George, homemaker. Dec. 14, 1950,  p. 50. HPN  
            Battaglini, Catherine, homemaker. May 4, 1950, p. 54, HPN & May 11, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.
            Beatty, Ross J., Inland Steel Co. official. Aug. 24, 1950,  p. 3, HPN & Aug. 24, 1950, P. 6. HPP.            
            Behanna, William S. May 18, 1950,  p. 54.  HPN
            Behrens, Henry, building contractor for Hotel Moraine. May 25, 1950, p.7., HPN  &  May 25, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Bennett, Irene Stark, kindergarten teacher. Mar. 16, 1950,  p. 8. HPN
            Bergstrom, Mary C., homemaker. Jan. 26, 1950, p. 6. HPP
            Bergstrom, Mrs. Theodore,  homemaker. Jan. 26, 1950,  p. 42. HPN
            Berube, Joseph J., carpenter.  Mar. 30, 1950,  p. 46, HPN & Mar. 30, 1950, p. 6, HPP.
            Biagetti, Duilio,  May 4, 1950,  p. 5 HPN & May 4, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Boe, Rev. T. T.  May 25, 1950,  p. 7  HPN & May 25, 1950,  p. 6.  HPP.
            Borchardt, Arthur, Sept. 28, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Brady, Anna, homemaker. Jan. 5, 1950,  p. 36 HPN & Jan. 5, 1950, p. 5. HPP.
            Brady. John Earl, electrician. Feb. 2, 1950.  p. 42. HPN
            Brandonisio, Ann, homemaker. Sept. 21, 1950,  p. 29 HPN & Sept 21, 1950, p. 6, HPP
            Braun, Carl, musician. Mar. 2, 1950,  p. 42 HPN & Mar. 2, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Bremer, Mary Anna, homemaker. May 11, 1950, p. 54. HPN
            Broddard, Mary G., homemaker, Feb. 23, 1950.  p. 50 HPN, & Feb. 16, 1950,  p2.  HPP
            Burbank, Anna, homemaker. Jan. 19, 1950, p. 42 HPN & Jan. 19, 1950, p. 6. HPP
            Burke, William Henry, N.Shore RR supervisor, Jan. 26, 1950,  p. 42  HPN &  Jan. 26, 1950, p. 6. HPP
            Campbell, Russell A., constable, Deerfield Twp. Dec. 21, 1950,  p. 38,   HPN & Dec. 21, 1950,  p. 8.  HPP.
            Carani, Veronica, infant. May 11, 1950, p. 54, HPN & May 11, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Carlson, Ellen C., homemaker.  Aug. 17, 1950,  p. 3, HPN & Aug. 17,  1950,  p6. HPP
            Cassai, John, building tradesman. Oct. 19, 1950,  p.38  HPN & Oct. 19, 1950,   p. 6, HPP.
            Chester, Flora, homemaker. Mar. 2, 1950,  p. 42. HPN
            Chioni, Ricardo. June 1, 1950,  p. 38,  HPN & June 1, 1950,  p. 6, HPP.
            Christman, Anna H., homemaker. Feb. 23, 1950. p. 50  HPN & Feb.16, 1950, p. 2, HPP.         
            Clark, Norman, college student. May 4, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Conrad, George F.  Mar. 23, 1950,  p. 40. HPN.
            Coppi, John. Mar. 16, 1950,  p. 8  HPN.
            Coppi, James. Mar. 16, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Coyne, Jennie, homemaker. Sept. 21, 1950,  p. 29. HPN.
            Crews, Gertrude S., editor, homemaker. July 27, 1950, p. 5   HPN & July 27,  1950, p. 6, HPP.
            Danner, William, carpenter.  Mar. 23, 1950, p. 40  HPN & Mar. 23, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Date, Lavina, homemaker. Jan. 12, 1950, p. 6. HPP
            Deering, Francis P., fireman. Feb. 23, 1950.  p. 50, HPN & Feb. 23, 1950, p. 5. HPP.
            DeGiacinto, Sofie, homemaker. Mar. 2, 1950, p. 42  HPN & Mar. 2, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Denzel, Katherine J., homemaker. Nov. 2, 1950, p. 8, HPN & Nov. 2, 1950, p. 6.HPP.
            Dickinson, Edith C., pianist. Feb. 2, 1950.  p. 42, HPN & Feb. 9, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Dixon, Elizabeth, homemaker.     Nov. 2, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Doble, Rev. William Breen. Nov. 2, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Dorio, Rogiero, realtor. Dec. 28, 1950,  p. 26.  HPN.
            Driscoll, Charles, POW. Mar. 30, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.
            Duffy, David L., driver for Coca Cola Co. July 6, 1950. P. 8. HPP.
            Duffy, James Arthur. Sept. 28, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.
            Erickson, Margaret T., homemaker. Dec. 14, 1950,  p. 50. HPN.
            Faulkner, John. June 8, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.
            Favelli, Alfredo, sewer contractor. Dec. 21, 1950,  p. 38.  HPN.
            Fay, John Charles, infant. Nov. 23, 1950,  p. 30, HPN & Nov. 23, 1950, p. 6. HPP           
            Ferraro, Maddalena, homemaker. May 11, 1950,  p. 54.  HPN.
            Fink, Kate, homemaker. Mar. 30, 1950,  p. 46, HPN & Mar. 30, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Fitzgerald, Dr. James Patrick.    Dec. 28, 1950,  p. 26.  HPN.
            FitzGerald, Dr. James Patrick.  Dec. 28, 1950,  p. 3. HPP.
            Flannigan, Ellen, homemaker. July 27, 1950.  P. 6. HPP.
            Ford, Agnes, cook. May 18, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.
            Frantzen, Dorothea, homemaker. Oct. 5, 1950, p. 30, HPN & Oct. 5, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.
            Freeman, George B., attorney. Feb. 23, 1950,  p. 50. HPN.
            Gale, Albert Liscomb, Oct. 12, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.
            Gallagher, Katherine, homemaker. Oct. 19, 1950,  p. 38. HPN.
            Garrington, Lt. James, war casualty. June 8, 1950, p. 4, HPN & June 8, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Gatewood, Dr., L. C.,  Jan. 5, 1950,  p. 4, HPN & Jan. 5, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Geiser, Adolph, merchant. June 15, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.
            Gerken, George.  May 18, 1950,  p. 54, HPN & May 18, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.
            Ghini, Adele, homemaker. June 22, 1950,  p. 34, HPN & June 22, 1950, p. 6. HPP             
            Giannasi, Olivia, homemaker.  May 11, 1950,  p. 54, HPN & May 11, 1950, p. 6. HPP               
            Gibson, W. A.  Oct. 19, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.
            Gieser, Adolf, A., grocer. June 15, 1950, p. 38. HPN.
            Gifford, Roy Carleton,  manufacturing executive, Sept. 7, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Gilbert, Agnes, homemaker. June 1, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.
            Gilbert, Mary, homemaker.  June 1, 1950,  p. 38. HPN.
            Glader, Nellie, homemaker. Aug. 17, 1950,  p.3, HPN & Aug. 17, 1950, p. 6. HPP  
            Glader, William, farmer. Aug. 17, 1950,  p. 3, HPN & Aug. 17, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Gourley, William McKinley, manager lumber company. Nov. 23, 1950, p. 30. HPN.
            Gradle, Dr. Harry S., ophthalmologist. June 1, 1950, p. 38 HPN & June 8, 1950,  p. 3,  HPP.
            Gundus, Helen Marie, homemaker. Jan. 19, 1950, p.42, HPN & Jan.19, 1950, p.6,  HPP.
            Haas, Max. Feb. 16, 1950, p. 38.  HPN
            Harrop, Miss Josephine. Dec. 7, 1950,  p. 41, HPN & Dec. 7, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.
            Hess, Stanley, stock broker. May 4, 1950,  p. 54. HPN
            Hicks, Lloyd, repairman.  Feb. 16, 1950,.  p. 38. HPN
            Hildreth, Joseph, barber. Dec. 28, 1950,  p. 26 & Dec. 28, 1950, p. 3. HPP.
            Hine, Winnifred, (sic) homemaker. Nov. 2, 1950,  p. 31.
            Hirsch, William  Benjamin, Sept. 7, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.
            Holmes, John, teacher. Mar. 9, 1950,  p. 3.
            Hopkins, Merwin, advertising man. Apr. 20, 1950, p. 50 & Apr. 20, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Hustvedt, Othilie, homemaker. Aug. 17, 1950,  p. 7 & Aug. 17, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Ingerle, Rudolph, artist. Oct. 26, 1950, p. 3 & Oct. 26, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.
            Johnson, Jennie, homemaker. Oct. 19, 1950,  p. 38.
            Josselyn, Josephine, homemaker. Aug. 3, 1950, p. 26 & Aug. 3, 1950,  p. 4. HPP.
            Karger, Marion, homemaker. Dec. 28, 1950,  p. 26 & Dec. 28, 1950,  p. 3. HPP.
            Karowski, Helen, homemaker. May 4, 1950, p. 54 & May 11, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.
            Kerrihard, George M., director of Kerrihard Mg. Co. Nov. 9, 1950, p. 38 & Nov. 9, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Kies, William. Feb. 9, 1950,  p. 31.
            Klemp, Anthony A., milkman. Feb. 23, 1950,  p. 50 & Feb. 23, 1950, p. 5. HPP.
            Kline, Jacob P., carpenter. Dec. 7, 1950,  p. 41 & Dec. 7, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Knickerbocker, Edgar, linotype  operator. Apr. 27, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.
            Koretz, Ferdinand. Feb. 9, 1950.  p. 31.
            Krohn, Frank, Public Service employee.  Feb. 2, 1950.  p. 42.
            Krsnak, Zoe M., concentration camp victim. Nov. 16. 1950. P. 42 & Nov. 16, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.
            Krueger,  Carl William.  Dec. 7, 1950.  P. 6. HPP.
            Kuhn, Amelia, homemaker. Aug. 31, 1950,  p. 19 & Aug. 31, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Laegeler,  Patricia Swift, musician.  Apr. 6, 1950,  p. 50 & Mar. 30, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Lapp, Fred J.,  May 4, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.
            Lemmon, John H., advertising man. Oct. 12, 1950, p. 38 & Oct. 12, 1950,  p. 6.HPP.
            Lenzini, Mary, homemaker. June 8, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Lenzini, Nancy. June 8, 1950, p. 8.
            Loeb, James I., insurance agent. Dec. 7, 1950,  p. 41.
            Lundgren, Emma, homemaker. Mar. 30, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.
            Lundgren, Per Gus, carpenter. Dec. 21, 1950,  p. 38 & Dec. 21, 1950, p. 8. HPP.
            Lundstrom,  Judith, homemaker. Dec. 21, 1950,  p. 38.
            McCormack, John A., executive secretary: Lake County Housing Authority, retired Navy officer. Aug. 17,1 950, p. 6.  HPP.
            McCrary, Johnston, salesman. Jan. 19, 1950,  p. 42.
            McGuire, Albert J., taxi driver. Mar. 16, 1950, p. 8 & Mar. 16, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Maier, Rev. Walter A., Jan. 19, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.
            Malpelli, Edward Jr., student.    Dec. 14, 1950,  p. 50.
            Manattini, Angelo, miner. May 4, 1950,  p. 54.
            Manantini, Angelo, Mar. 4, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.
            Maple, Mrs. Joseph, homemaker. June 22, 1950,  p. 4 & June 22, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Marchi, Mrs. Gumvor, homemaker. Aug. 31, 1950,  p. 19 & Aug. 31, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Marks, Moses M. July 27, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.
            Marsh, Oliver R., railroad engineer. Oct. 5, 1950,  p. 30 & Sept. 28, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Martin, Mathias, Bahr florist employee. Oct. 19, 1950,  p. 38 & Oct. 19, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Mason, Martha Gould, homemaker.  Apr. 6, 1950,  p. 50.
            Matthews, William. Mar. 23, 1950,  p. 6.  HPP.
            Mathews, William J.  Mar. 16, 1950,  p. 8 & Mar. 16, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Miller, Walford, gardener. Dec. 14, 1950,  p. 50.      
            Mills, Harrison Winthrop, director of Artists Guild, N.Y. June 8, 1950, p. 38  & June 8, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.
            Monterastelli, Joseph, gardener. June 15, 1950,  p. 38 & June 15, 1950, p. 5. HPP.
            Mordini, Ceasre (sic), founder: Highwood Athletic Field. July 6, 1950, p. 25 and July 6, 1950,  p. 8. HPP.
            Morgan, Ella C., homemaker. Jan. 26, 1950, p. 42 & Jan. 26, 1950, p. 6.  HPP.
            Morrison, Joseph, gardener. Nov. 16, 1950,  p. 42 & Nov. 16, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Mowers, Irene.  May 4, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.
            Murray, Ben A., manager Montgomery Wards. May 11, 1950, p. 54.
            Myren, Hilmer, construction worker. Apr. 27, 1950, p. 50  & Apr. 27, 1950 p. 6.  HPP.
            Nelson, William John, CNW employee.  Feb. 23, 1950.  p. 50.
            Niedringhaus, Ruth, homemaker. Jan. 132, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.
            Obee, Frederick George, building contractor. Nov. 30, 1950, p. 42. *
                        Correction of Nov. 30 entry: Dec.7, 1950,  p. 41.
            Obee, Frederick George, building contractor. Nov. 30, 1950. P. 6. HPP. *
            O’Connor, Mary Lamb, homemaker. Mar. 16. 1950,  p. 8 & Mar. 16, 1950, p. 6.  HPP.
            O’Flaherty, Martha J., homemaker. Mar. 23, 1950,  p. 40 & Mar. 23, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Olsen, Marin, homemaker. Mar. 23, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.
            Olson, Mrs. Albert, homemaker. Mar. 23, 1950,  p. 40.
            Orlandini, Gaetano, furniture/hardware merchant. Aug. 3, 1950,  p. 26.
            Ottoway, Helen May, homemaker. Jan. 5, 1950, p. 36.
            Owens, Ruth H., teacher. Nov. 2, 1950,  p. 8 & Nov. 2, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.
            Parsons, Charles, May 11, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.
            Pasquesi, Maria, homemaker. May 11, 1950, p. 54 & May 11, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Pearson, August, motorman North Shore RR. Feb. 2, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.
            Pearson,  David.  Mar. 2, 1950,  p. 42 & Mar. 2, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Peterson, Selma, homemaker. Jan. 5, 1950, p. 36.
            Plotkin, Oscar H., luggage maker. Mar. 9, 1950,  p. 38 & Mar. 9, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Pohn, Rose, homemaker.  Nov. 16, 1950,  p. 42.
            Pollack, John, infant. Apr. 20, 1950, p. 50.
            Pommerencke, Katharina, homemaker. Sept. 14, 1950,   p. 25 & Sept. 14, 1950, p. 8, HPP.
            Postels, Adolf. Apr. 27, 1950,  p. 50.
            Powers,  Katherine, homemaker. May 4, 1950.  P. 54 & May 4, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Pratt, Elwood,  cigar store owner. May 11, 1950, p. 6. HPP
            Preti, Jospeh, stone mason. Nov. 23, 1950,  p. 30 & Nov. 23, 1950,  p. 6. HPP. 
            Prouty, Rex Morrison, Ravinia grocer. May 18, 1950, p.54 & May 18, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Rabattini, Joseph, milkman. Oct. 26, 1950,  p. 38 & Oct. 19, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Radigan, Michael. Aug. 31,  1950,  p. 19 & Aug. 31, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Rankin, Mrs. Walter Scott, homemaker. Aug. 17, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Rasor, Donald M., infant. Dec. 7, 1950,  p. 41.
            Raymond, Clifford Sam, newspaper editor. Nov. 2, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.
            Redine, Gust, chauffeur.  Feb. 9, 1950.  p. 31 & Feb. 9, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.
            Reynolds, Dwight S., advertising art director. Aug. 17, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Rietz, James A., infant. Mar. 30, 1950,  p. 46  Mar. 30, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.
            Roberts, Eliza, homemaker. Jan. 19, 1950, p. 42 & Jan. 12, 1950,  p. 6. HPP
            Roberts, Louis Melville, investment broker. Nov. 2, 1950,  p. 8.
            Rosenberg, Samuel, attorney. July 27, 1950, p. 5 & July 27, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Rouse, George G., Highwood Cab. Co. employee. Oct. 5, 1950,  p. 30 & Oct. 5, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Rubenstein, Harry, businessman. June 22, 1950,  p.34 & June 22, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Rudolph, Anna C., homemaker. May 11, 1950,  p. 54 & May 11, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Russell, Thomas E., former Highwood city clerk. July 27, 1950,  p. 3 and July 27, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Sacco, Rose, homemaker. Oct. 12, 1950,  p. 38 & Oct. 12, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Santi, Casper J., businessman. June 15, 1950,  p. 38 June 15, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Sargent, Clark Wesley, retired railroad man. Feb. 23, 1950.  p. 50 & Feb. 23, 1950, p. 5. HPP.
            Schaefer, Anna Mary, homemaker. Sept. 14, 1950,  p. 25.
            Schoonover, Clyde F., H.P. police officer. Jan. 19, 1950,  p. 42 & Jan. 19, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Schramm, Michael, carpenter. Jan. 5, 1950, p. 5. HPP
            Schumacher, Fred W. Aug. 24, 1950,  p. 24  &  Aug. 24, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Searles, Mrs. Willard, homemaker. Sept. 14, 1950,  p. 25 .
            Searles, Caroline M., former teacher. Sept. 14, 1950, p. 8. HPP.
            Seidner, Dr. Leo S., dentist. Apr. 20, 1950, p. 50.
            Selzer, John W. Apr. 20, 1950, p. 50.
            Seyfarth, Robert, architect. Mar. 9, 1950,  p. 38 & Mar. 9, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Sgrignani, Archimede.  Jan. 26, 1950, p. 42 & Jan. 26, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.
            Sheahen, Howard, gas station owner. Sept. 21, 1950.  P. 29 & Sept. 21, 1950, p. 6,  HPP.
            Siljestrom, Frederick, mgr. Siljestrom Coal & Ice Co. Nov. 16, 1950,  p. 42  &  Nov. 16, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.
            Silvert, Jack, C.P.A. Oct. 19, 1950,  p. 38.
            Slack, Frances, homemaker. Jan. 5, 1950, p. 3 & Jan. 5, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            Spengler, Ethel A., homemaker. May 18, 1950,  p.54 &  May 18, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Stinson, Ida, homemaker. Nov. 9, 1950,  p. 38.
            Steensen, Ida, homemaker. Nov. 9, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Stone, Gerald D., businessman, Mar. 9, 1950,  p. 38 & Mar. 9, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Stratford, Sarah Ann, homemaker. June 22, 1950,  p. 34 & June 22, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.
            Tamarri, Joseph. June 15, 1950, p. 38 & June 15, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Teller, Clara H., homemaker. Apr. 6, 1950,  p. 50.
            Terry, Helen, homemaker. Aug. 3, 1950,  p. 26 & Aug. 3, 1950, p. 4.  HPP.
            Teter, Lucius, banker. Oct. 26, 1950,  p. 4.
            Thom, Catherine, homemaker. May 25, 1950,  p . 9 & May 25, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.
            Thompson, Mrs. William, homemaker. Aug. 31, 1950,   p. 19.
            Thompson, Theodore H., millinery shop owner.  May 4, 1950,  p. 54 & May 4, 1950,  p. 6.  HPP.
            Thorsch, Richard L., realtor. Oct. 26, 1950.  P. 38.
            Tillman, Rudolph, painter, gardener.  Oct. 19, 1950,  p. 38 & Oct. 19, 1950, p. 6. HPP.  *
            Travetto, Frank, coal miner. Nov. 9,  1950,  p. 38 & Nov. 9, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Udell, John, printer. Dec. 21, 1950,  p. 3.
            Ugolini, Cesare. Aug. 3, 1950,  p. 26 & Aug. 3, 1950, p. 4. HPP.
            Van den Linden, Rev. John. Mar. 23, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.
            Varley, Louisa, homemaker. Feb. 23, 1950.  p. 50.
            Wagner, John, Mar.  9, 1950,  p. 3 & Mar. 9, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Wagoner, William W.  railroad employee. Dec. 14, 1950,  p. 50.
            Warren, Charles H., merchant, Mar. 9, 1950,  p. 38 & Mar. 16, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Weber, George J., carpenter. Feb. 23, 1950,  p. 5.  HPP.
            Wehrheim, Mabel, homemaker. Jan. 26, 1950, p. 42 & Jan. 26, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Weiss, Mortimer, banker, financier.  Aug. 17, 1950,  p. 8 & Aug. 17, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Whinery, Charles Crawford. Sept. 7, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Wiberg, Harold. Feb. 16, 1950.  p. 38 & Feb. 23, 1950,  p. 5. HPP.
            Wieboldt,  William H., department  store owner. Nov. 9, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Wightman, Alma S., homemaker. Mar. 16, 1950,  p.8 & Mar. 16, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Wilbur, Lt. William H., Sept. 28, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            Willits, Ward W., businessman/banker; oldest living member Union League Club of Chicago; member of pioneer family. July 6, 1950, p. 25 & June 29, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Winkley, Maisie A., teacher. Nov. 2, 1950,  p. 8 & Nov. 2, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Wismer, W. W., retired army captain. Jan. 5, 1950, p. 5. HPP
            Wismer, Mrs. W. W.  Jan. 12, 1950,  p. 6. HPP
            Witten, William A., founder city fire department; assistant supervisor, Deerfield Township.  June 22, 1950,  p. 4 and June 15, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
            Wright, Harry T., insurance agent. Aug. 3, 1950,  p. 26. 
            Young, Mrs. Edwin C., (Minnie)  Mar. 30, 1950, p. 46 & Mar. 30, 1950,   p. 6. HPP.
            Zaccanti, Anton, Great Lakes employee.  Feb. 2, 1950.  p. 42.
            Zahnle, William, descendant from pioneer family. Apr. 27, 1950, p. 50.*
            Zouk, Eve, homemaker. Nov. 16, 1950,  p. 42  & Nov. 16, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.

ORPHANS

            Friends of Orphans interest barber in Children’s Center. Dec. 28, 1950, p. 13. Photo: Dec. 28, 1950,  p. 11.

PARKING

            Chamber of Commerce to discuss parking. Feb. 9, 1950,  p. 3.
            Turner to discuss parking problems confronting  chamber. Feb. 9, 1950, p.1. HPP.
            City’s 252 parking meters take in $20, 176 in year.  May 11, 1950,  p. 4.
            Put another nickel in or face the music, music, music. Aug. 10, 1950,  p. 5.
            City council seeks answer to Highwood’s parking problem.  Sept. 7, 1950,  p. 3.
            Our streets are not public garages, says city council. Dec. 14, 1950,  p. 3.

PARKS AND RECREATION

Jan.      Morgan playground success credited to volunteer gifts. Jan. 26, 1950, p.1. HPP.
Mar.     Community recreation bldg. nears completion. Mar. 9, 1950,  p. 5.
May     Community Center will start summer program on May 15. May 11, 1950,  p. 10.
June     Recreation board tells plans. June 1, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Recreation Department to open summer program on June 19.  June 1, 1950,  p. 3
            City playgrounds open June 19,  June 15, 1950.  P. 1. HPP.
            Many acres here owned, operated by Park District. June 29, 1950, p. 34.
July      Recreation Dept. to decide on new director soon. July 6, 1950,  p. 3.
Sept.    Ned Stuits becomes director of Recreation Center. Sept. 21, 1950, p .1. HPP..
Sept.    Oct. 13, is opening date of Rec (sic) Center. Sept. 28, 1950,  p. 5.
            Recreation Center to open its doors on Friday, October 13. Sept. 28, 1950,  p. 1.  HPP.
            Unlimited horizons in adult education: HPHS, Recreation Center and YWCA co-ordinate facilities. Sept. 28, 1950,  p. 8.
Oct.     Recreation Center to hold open house. Oct. 5, 1950,  p. 3.
            Grand opening for new Recreation Center. Oct. 5, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Open House at Center Friday. Oct. 12, 1950, p. 1. HPP.     
           Civic leaders see preview of new Recreation Center. Oct. 12, 1950,  p. 3.
Nov.    Equipment complete at new Community Center workshop. Nov. 30, 1950, p. 30.

PEACE

            New officers head Peace Paths study. Aug. 10, 1950,  p . 1. HPP.
            Build a world law; Vets urge nominees. Oct. 5, 1950, p. 2. HPP.
            Peace Plan Forum will mark U.N. Day. Oct. 12, 1950, p. 1. HPP.

PHOTOGRAPHERS/PHOTOGRAPHY

            Put on your duster, Mother – here’s Mecham and his camera. Jan. 19, 1950, p. 33.

PHYSICAL THERAPY

            Physical therapy department is hospital supporters’ goal. Apr. 13, 1950,  p. 5.
            Therapy help in store for H.P. Hospital patients. Apr. 20, 1950,  p. 4.
            Report progress in plans for physical therapy dept. (sic) Apr. 27, 1950,  p. 5.

POLIO

            Polio drive opens Monday, headed by Dorsey Husenetter. Jan. 19, 1950,  p. 3.
            Husenetter heads drive here for polio benefit. Jan. 26, 1950, p. 1. HPP
            Name district leaders in H.P. polio drive; goal is $25,000.  Jan. 26, 1950,  p. 3.
            High school student, Courtland Ross, victim of polio. Oct. 19, 1950,  p. 8.

POLITICAL PARTIES

            Republican Hdqtrs. opens in former Tel. Co. building. Nov. 2, 1950,  p. 3.
            Women will continue club ‘to promote Republicanism’. Dec. 14, 1950,  p. 4.

PTA   (Parent-Teacher Association)

            Consolidation to be probed at PTA parley.  Apr. 13, 1950,  p. 5
            HPHS  PTA to discuss consolidation. Apr. 20, 1950,  p. 8.
            PTA council studies school consolidation. May 18, 1950,  p. 3.
            Dr. John Furbay to be guest at combined PTA meet. Oct. 26, 1950,  p. 3.
            PTA organizations present  Dr. Furbay tonight at HPHS.  Nov. 2, 1950,  p. 5.
            Oak Terrace PTA board seeks ice rink at school. Nov. 16, 1950,  p. 10. 

PUBLIC FINANCE

             Summary statement of cash receipts and disbursements for W. Deerfield Township for the year ending Mar, 31, 1950. May 4, 1950,  p. 36.
             Financial statement, school treasurer, 7-1-1949 to 6-30-50. Aug. 10, 1950, p. 29.

RACE RELATIONS

             E. Wolters to speak at N.S. Citizens Committee meeting. Jan. 5, 1950,  p. 4.
             Citizens’ Committee to sponsor panel discussion Jan. 11. Jan. 5, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
             Highwood mayor to address parley on race relation. Apr. 20, 1950,  p. 5.
             Three local men help organize dinner for race relations group.  Nov. 30, 1950, p. 25.

RADIO

            ‘Ham” specialists turn services to civilian defense. Sept. 7, 1950,  p. 4.

RAILROADS

Jan.      Hearing on Shore Line abandonment again postponed. Jan. 5, 1950, p. 3.
            C & NW list trains it has discontinued. Jan. 19, 1950,  p. 24. 
            Higher fares may be in store for CNW commuters. Jan. 26, 1950,  p. 3.
Feb.     ICC rate specialist to give final report on Shore Line Monday. Feb.. 2, 1950,  p.3.
            Shore Line hearing put over to Feb. 20. Feb. 9, 1950,  p. 3.
Mar.     Improve service, streamline operations, N.S. Line told. Mar. 9, 1950,  p. 5.
Apr.     Vets urge railroad (N. Shore Line) to make ‘real try’ to solve problems. Apr. 20, 1950,  p. 35.
May     Ask ‘real try’ of Shore rail reform; AVC group fears end of Skokie rail route. May 4, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            Skokie rail route next to be junked?  May 4, 1950,  p. 4.
            North Shore Line presents ‘Silverliner’. May 18, 1950, p. 2. HPP.
            Gates stay up while Northwestern train roars through. May 18, 1950,  p. 5.
            Safety  responsibility. (ed.) May 25, 1950,  p. 4.
June     Hearings on Shore Line resume Sept. 6. June 22, 1950,  p. 3.
July      Three times and out.  (ed.) (re: Railroad crossing gates) July 6, 1950,  p . 4.
            Move to end casualties at Highwood intersections. July 6, 1950,  p. 3.
            Highwood citizens meet to discuss rail fatalities; will ask other North Shore towns to join fight. July 13, 1950,  p. 3.
            Truck driver’s death accidental jury decides. (David Duffy) July 13, 1950,  p. 3.
            Highwood readies railway crossing plea for governor. July 20, 1950,  p. 3.
Aug.    C&NW probe of Hwd. Crossings scheduled. Aug. 17, 1950,  p. 5.
            Commuters vote to keep electric road. Aug. 17, 1950, p. 1.
Sept.    Riders want rail, not bus, service, recent poll proves. Sept. 7, 1950,  p . 4.
            AVC poll indicates bus service for rail line not wanted here. Sept. 7, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
Oct.     Shore Line asks ‘Faster Schedule’ inter-town bus. Oct. 5, 1950,  p. 5.
            Abandonment of Shore Line branch temporarily postponed. Oct. 5, 1950, p. 1.  HPP.
Nov.    ‘Santa Claus’ ticket offered on NW Ry. to children of this area. Nov. 16, 1950, p. 8.
            Highwood to have 2 new railway crossing gates. Nov. 23, 1950,  p. 3.
Dec.     NW asks Highwood to pay share of gate expenses. Dec. 7, 1950,  p. 3.
            ICC grants boost in minimum fares for North Shore. Dec. 14, 1950,  p. 3.
            Northwestern announces new suburban rates. Dec. 21, 1950,  p. 5.

RAIN

            Worst rain storm since ’38 causes untold damage. Apr. 27, 1950,  p. 3.

RAVINIA

            Pick Ravinia as observation post for air defense. Mar. 30, 1950,  p. 3.
            Ravinia post office to close hour earlier. May 4, 1950,  p. 3.
            Ravinia’s historic boulder a memorial to Mrs. Rosenwald. Nov. 16, 1950,  p. 5.

RAVINIA FESTIVAL

Jan.      Ravinia Park disaster heads city’s loss by fire in 1949. Jan. 12, 1950, p. 5. HPP.
Mar.     Steel and concrete to house audiences at Ravinia Park. Mar. 16, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Ravinia pavilion to be ready for first concert on June 27.  Mar. 30, 1950,  p. 24.
Apr.     Quality of Ravinia pavilion acoustics proved by tests. Apr. 13, 1950,  p. 2. HPP.
            European conductor (Josef Krips) to make initial bow at Ravinia Park. Apr. 20, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            $35,000 required to finish Ravinia pavilion. Apr. 27, 1950,  p. 3.
May     New $350,000 Ravinia pavilion to open with Ormandy as conductor. May 18, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            Ormandy on podium at Ravinia June 27.  May 18, 1950,  p. 4.
June     Ravinia’s 15th season opens; music lovers get first glimpse of $350,000 pavilion. June 22, 1950,  p. 3.
            Ravinia season starts June 27. June 22, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            Photo: Ravinia Park in early 1900s.  June 29, 1950,  p. 43.
July      Police arrest horn-blower at Ravinia Park.,  July 6, 1950,  p. 3.
            Josef Krips makes American debut at Ravinia Tuesday. July 13, 1950,  p. 5.
            Ravinia guest conductor detained in New York, returns home. (J. Krips) July 20, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            A bit of Ravinia history is recalled by concert patron. July 20, 1950, p. 5.
Aug.     New sound system at Ravinia is a miracle of engineering . Aug. 3, 1950, p. 3.
            Festival Association announces a debt-free Ravinia. Aug. 17, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
Sept.    Horn-blower denies he disturbed peace. Sept. 7, 1950,  p. 3.

RENT CONTROL

July      Rent control will end here unless council extends law. July 20, 1950,  p. 3.
            Rent control is topic of debate before H.P. Council. July 27, 1950,  p. 3.
            Council discusses rent curbs. July 27, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            Highwood council votes to maintain city rent control. July 27, 1950,  p. 3.
Aug.    H.P. city council studies rent control needs in this area. Aug. 3, 1950,  p. 3.           
            Highwood council votes in favor of rent control. Aug. 10,1 950,  p. 3.
            Council to continue rent control study. Aug. 10, 1950,   p. 9.
            City council postpones decision on rent control. Aug.17, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Council shelves rent control talks until next meeting. Aug. 17, 1950,  p. 3.
            Rent control out here after Dec. 31; council fails to act on bill. Aug. 31, 1950, p.3.
            Rent controls to end Dec. 31 in Highland Park. Aug. 31, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
Oct.     Rent increase petition forms are here. Oct. 5, 1950,  p. 4.
Nov.    Controls off unless city council acts. Nov. 23, 1950,  p. 3.
Dec.    Rent controls continue here thru March.  Dec. 28, 1950,  p. 3.

RESCUES

           Louis Phelps, 14, saved from drowning by William Abrahamson, 11. June 15, 1950,  p. 3.

ROSENWALD, AUGUSTA (Mrs. Julius)

           Ravinia’s historic boulder a memorial to Mrs. Rosenwald. Nov. 16, 1950,  p. 5.

SAFETY

            Hot rod owners do slow burn over parade safety check plan. Feb. 16, 1950,  p. 5.
            Property owners protest widening of Green Bay; need underpass to protect children. June 15, 1950,  p. 3.
            Safety appeal.  June 29, 1950.  P. 3.
            Sparklers and cap guns are taboo in H.P. June 29, 1950,  p. 3.
            American Legion to propose hazard hunt during Safety Week. Sept. 14, 1950, p.1. HPP.
            Home Safety Week starts Sept. 25. Sept. 21, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            H.P. American Legion to plan for disaster precautions here. Sept. 21, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Ravinia School patrols active again this year. Sept. 28, 1950,  p. 19.
            Gates Up! Highwood policeman narrowly escapes being hit. Oct. 12, 1950,  p. 3.
            Traffic safety talk to open memberships drive at Sunset Terrace. Nov. 9, 1950,  p. 9.

SCHOLARSHIPS

Feb.     Establish three-year nursing scholarships for HPHS seniors. Feb. 2, 1950,  p. 3.
Mar.     N.S. Country Day School announces 4-year scholarships. Mar. 16, 1950,  p. 4.
            Lions Club builds charm house to swell its scholarship fund. Mar. 16, 1950,  p. 5.
            H.P.Lions Club to award annual War Memorial scholarship. Mar. 30, 1950, p. 1, HPP.
Apr.     H.P. senior to receive Lions Club scholarship. (not named) Apr. 6, 1950, p. 22.
            Scholarship Comm. Named by B’nai B’rith groups. Apr. 27, 1950, p. 4.
            B’nai B’rith plans awards, scholarships to be awarded solely on merit basis.  Apr. 27, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            Elks and Emblem club members start rehearsals for annual show. Scholarship Fund to be established from proceeds. Apr. 27, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
May     Award hospital scholarships. May 18, 1950.  P. 1. HPP.
            Three girls win nursing scholarships. May 18, 1950.  P. 5.
            Girl’s Club present $500 scholarship to Frances Manfredini. May 18, 1950,  p. 18.
            H.P. Lions club scholarship award made at Moraine Hotel (Janis Zabel) May 25, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
June     Music Club scholarship to benefit from theater performance. June 29, 1950, p. 1.  HPP.

SCHOOLS

Jan.      North Shore school plant antiquated, educator tells Lions. Jan. 19, 1950,  p. 5.
Feb.     Elm Place costume room yields historical array of clothing. Feb. 2, 1950, p. 20.
            School dads stage review. Photo. Feb. 9, 1950,  p. 18.
            Assembly group, Green Bay School. Cover photo. Feb. 16, 1950. 
            Elect student council members at Braeside. Photo.  Feb. 16, 1950, p. 11.
            Assemblies important part of educational program at Green Bay. Feb. 23, 1950,  p. 23.
Mar.     Consolidation of school districts is voters’ issue. Mar. 2, 1950,  p. 3.
            North Shore schools participate in CARE book program. Mar. 16, 1950, p.5. HPP.
            Parents parade their talents at Ravinia School’s Art Show. Mar. 23, 1950, p. 10.
            High School district, Nos. 107-111, enjoy uneventful elections. Apr. 13, 1950,  p. 3.
            New building adds to city’s educational facilities. (West Ridge School, photo)  Apr. 20, 1950,  p. 33.
May     Elm Place students give Shakespearean comedy Monday night. May 4, 1950, p. 9.
            Photo: Battle of the Books radio program. May 11, 1950,  p . 20.
June     Lester Ball quits to accept post in unit system. June 1, 1950,  p. 3.
            Grove School grads to hold reunion at first site. June 22, 1950, p. 7.
            Green Bay’s woodworking shop is unique feature. June 29, 1950,  p. 25.
July      Consolidation gains in other districts benefit children. July 6, 1950,  p. 4.
Aug.     Financial statement, Township Treasurer, 7-1-79 to 6-30-50. Aug. 10, 1950, p. 29.
            Summer vacation nearly over as school districts announce openings. Aug. 17, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            School bells to ring Sept. 5th.    Aug. 31, 1950,  p. 1.  HPP.
            School transportation vehicles must be inspected. Aug. 31, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Local teachers to hear well-known educators this week. Aug. 31, 1950,  p.1. HPP.
Sept.    Tuberculin test at Highland Park schools. Sept. 14, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Presbyterian Church School reports record enrollment. Sept. 21, 1950,  p. 4.
Oct,     Dr. John Furbay named speaker for annual joint P.T.A. program. Oct. 26, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
Nov.    Primary grades at Elm Place beautify school grounds. Nov. 9, 1950,  p. 2. HPP.
            School guidance considered aid in modern complex life.  Nov. 16, 1950, p. 4.                   

SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 107

Feb.     District 107 caucus group meets tonight to organize work.  Feb. 9, 1950, p. 3.
            District 107 seeks board nominations. Feb. 16, 1950,  p. 4.
Mar.     District 107 caucus names for re-election Franklin J. Lunding. Mar. 2, 1950, p. 5.
            School Dist. 107 caucus candidates. Photo.  Mar. 23, 1950,  p. 5.
            Dist. 107  to elect board members Sat. Apr. 8.  Mar. 23, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
Apr.      Kindergarten  census. Apr. 20, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
June    1948-1950 period of continued development in District 107. June 29, 1950,  p. 34.
Aug.     Add 4 teachers to Dist. 107 education force.  Aug. 10, 1950,  p. 5.
            Yearly educational workshop to attract field specialists. Aug. 10, 1950, p. 5.
            Staff changes in District 107.  Aug. 10, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            Fourth annual educational workshop. Aug. 10, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            Committee asks postponement of report on sex education. Aug. 31, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.

SCHOOLS – DISTRICT 108

Jan.      Dist. 108 Board shelves plans for new school. Jan. 5, 1950,  p. 3.
            Authority reports on school conditions in Dist. 108. Jan. 5, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            108 Voter’s League chairman comments on Linn’s finding. Jan. 12, 1950,  p. 4.
            108 PTA caucus holds meeting for board nominations. Jan. 26, 1950,  p. 5.
Feb.     108 PTA caucus holds meeting for board nominations. Feb. 2, 1950,  p. 9.
            Elm Place School does face-lifting job on auditorium. Feb. 2, 1950, p. 5. HPP.
            District 108 to elect 3 new board members. Feb. 9, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Caucus to consider candidates for 3 school board positions. Feb. 9, 1950,  p. 3.
            Dist. 108  to consider candidates for school board. Feb. 16, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            Dist. 108 establishes four polling places. Feb., 16, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            108 caucus selects Cushman, Foreman, Fearing for board. Feb. 23, 1950,  p. 3.
            District 108 will have four polling places April 8. Feb. 23, 1950,   p. 4.
Mar.     Consolidation of school districts is voters’ issue. Mar. 2, 1950,  p. 3.
            District 108 caucus system is explained. Mar. 2, 1950,  p. 4.
            108 Voters’ League given state charter, committee listed. Mar. 2, 1950, p. 5.
            3 candidates named for school board of Dist. 108. Mar. 2, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            Voters’ League receives state charter. Mar. 2, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Dist. Voters’ League to seek open election.  Mar. 9, 1950,  p. 3.
            Open letter to voters of School Dist. 108.  Mar. 16, 1950,  p. 3.
            Cushman answers 108 Voters’ League questionnaire. Mar. 16, 1950,   p. 4.
            District 108 caucus candidates. Mar. 16, 1950,  p. 5.
            Voters to aggressively push consolidation. Mar. 16, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Citizens’ Com. To fight Voters’ League in Dist. 108.  Mar. 16, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Voters’ League Dist. 108 nominates Knouff, Warner and Clavey. Mar. 23, 1950, p. 1, HPP.
            Name Voters’ League nominees; caucus masses support. Mar. 23, 1950, p. 3.
            To the voters of School District 108. (Letter)  Mar. 23, 1950,  p. 9.
            Citizens’ Com. Masses support for caucus candidates. Mar. 23, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            Open letters to Press pour in as  Dist. 108 controversy nears climax. Mar. 30, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            Open letter to District 108 voters. Mar. 30, 1950, p. 4.
            District 108 Voters’ League candidates. Photos. Mar. 30, 1950,  p. 5.
            Citizens’ Group says  Dist. Voters’ League misleads taxpayers. Mar. 30, 1950,  p. 5.
            Deerfield Township Voters’ Association announces stand. Mar. 30, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Citizens’ Com. Says Voters’ League falsifies facts. Mar. 30, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
Apr.     District 108 goes to polls in bang-up school board battle. Apr. 6, 1950,   p. 3.
            Open letter  by 108 Voters’ League. Apr. 6, 1950,  p. 7.
            Letters on consolidation question. Apr. 6, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            Caucus candidates win hotly contested District 108 race. Apr. 13, 1950, p.1. HPP.
            Cushman and caucus victors in record-shattering vote. Apr. 13, 1950,  p. 3.
June     Robert S. Cushman presents consolidation picture. June 1, 1950,  p. 5.
            Superintendent Lester Ball resigns to accept position in the East. June 1, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            School District 108 bills are lower. June 8, 1950,  p. 3.
July      New teachers employed for District 108.  July 6, 1950,  p. 3.
            Consolidation gains in other districts benefit children. July 6, 1950,   p. 4.
Aug.    Dr. Chas. Wilson named superintendent of Board of Education in Dist. 108.  Aug. 3, 1950,  p. 3.
            Dr. Chas. H. Wilson becomes superintendent of District 108.  Aug. 3, 1950, p. 1. HPP. 
            Dist. 108 welcomes new superintendent. Aug. 31, 1950,  p. 3.
            Dr. Chas.  H. Wilson becomes superintendent of District 108.  Aug. 31, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
Oct.     Dist. 119 decision postponed by trustees of Township 43. Oct. 19, 1950,  p. 3.
            District 108 pupils excel in math, have trouble spelling. Oct. 19, 1950,  p. 4.
            Ravinia 7th  grade wins safety contest. Oct. 26, 1950,  p. 5.
            West Ridge school children served a hot lunch for 30cts. Oct. 26, 1950,  p. 18.
            Lincoln School cheer-leaders. Photo. Oct. 26, 1950,  p. 23.
            Elm Place School eighth graders see how other half lives. Nov. 2, 1950,  p. 29.
            School District 108 raises teachers’ salaries in schools. Nov. 9, 1950,  p. 3.

SCHOOLS – ELM PLACE

            Complete play area project at Elm Place.  Jan. 26, 1950,   p. 6.
            Elm Place costume room yields historical array of clothing. Feb. 2, 1950,  p. 20.
            Elm Place goes old-fashioned in mink toupee and handlebars-Old Timers’ night.  Mar. 30, 1950,  p. 41.
            Elm Place School eighth graders see how other half lives. Nov. 2, 1950,  p. 29.

SELECTIVE SERVICE

       See: Draft.

SENIOR CITIZENS

            Older residents are asked to social tea. June 22 at YWCA.  June 8, 1950, p. 10.
            H.P. Senior Citizens hold first meeting.  June 29, 1999,  p. 12.
            Senior Citizens now named Golden Circle. Aug. 3, 1950,  p. 15.

SIGNS

            Have you lost a sign? Look over collection.  Sept. 7, 1950,  p. 3.

SOCIAL SECURITY

            Data available now on social security for domestic help. Dec. 7, 1950,  p. 4.

SOMSKY, AGNES

             Somsky is honored today for noteworthy  public service. Aug. 3, 1950,  p. 4.
             Night operator saves life of stricken customer. Aug. 3, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
             Cite telephone operator’s noteworthy service. Photo. Aug. 10, 1950,  p. 5.

SPORTS

            Sports writers laud playing of Melchiorre (Gene).  Jan. 5, 1950,  p. 28.
            W.W.G.A. tournament marks 50 years of golf at Exmoor Club. Aug. 10, 1950,  p. 1, HPP.
            Curling Club opens third year of play.  Nov. 9, 1950,  p. 22.

STEVENSON, ADLAI, Governor of Illinois

            Governor Stevenson to address Women Voters League. Mar. 30, 1950, p.3. HPP.
            Women voters anticipate governor’s speech. Apr. 13, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Governor Stevenson to address women voters’ open meet. Apr. 13, 1950,  p. 5.
            Stevenson dinner to climax League of Women Voters’ year. Apr. 20, 1950,  p. 3.
            Governor Stevenson supports blue ballot. Photo.  Apr. 27, 1950,  p. 39.

STREET NAMES/NUMBERS

Jan.      Notify residents of streets set for name-change. Jan. 5, 1950,  p. 3.
            How to change your address without the fuss of moving.  Jan. 5, 1950,  p. 5.
            Civic minded group studies street problem.  Jan. 12, 1950,  p. 3.  Photo.
            Nine Highland Park streets will change names. Jan. 12, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
Mar.     Announce selection of 40 new street names: new signs to be posted. List.  Mar. 2, 1950,  p. 5.
            City workers change street signs.  Mar. 2, 1950,  p. 28.
            New street numbering system in effect this fall. Mar. 16. 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Six streets in H.P. still  to be renamed. Mar. 16, 1950,  p. 6.
June     Numbering ordinance for H.P. streets is placed on file. June 29, 1950,  p. 3.
            Change names of 51 streets. June 29, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
Aug.    Ordinance listing all changes of street names. Aug. 3, 1950, p. 5--- HPP.
           Don’t buy new house numbers, residents told. Aug. 10, 1950,  p. 9.
Dec.    Start work to put new street numbering system in effect. Dec. 7, 1950,  p. 3.

STREETS AND ROADS

            Woodlands home owners vote to ‘get out of mud’.  Apr. 20, 1950,  p. 3.
            Woodland home owners ask special assessment for road improvement. Apr. 20, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.
            File bids on repair work to Clavey Road, W. Park bridges. Apr. 27, 1950,  p. 3.
            Woodlands home owners may get asphalt roads. May 11, 1950,  p. 3.
            Council accepts 2 bids covering bridge repairs. May 11, 1950,  p. 5.
            Property owners protest widening of Green Bay . June 15, 1950,  p. 3.
            Property owners walk out on city board meeting; hurl charges of ‘unfair’ over  street widening. June 29, 1950,  p. 3.
            Council ignores protests; approves road widening.  June 29, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            Recommendation  for ordinance widening Green Bay. July 6, 1950,  p. 4. HPP.
            Linden Bridge work due for completion later this month.  July 13, 1950, p. 5.                   

STRIKES

             Congressman Church condemns politics in coal situation. Feb. 2, 1950, p. 5. HPP.
            Coal strike may bring  brownout. Feb. 23, 1950,  p. 5.
            City begins its brown-out to save dwindling coal supplies. Mar. 2, 1950,  p. 3.
            Strike ends, dealers, auto mechanics here sign 2  year truce. Mar. 23, 1950,  p. 5.
            International Machinists bring eleven months’ strike to a close. Mar. 23, 1950,  p. 1,  HPP.      

TAXES

Jan.      High taxes may slow incentive to work says Dr. Roy Blough. Jan. 26, 1950, p. 5.
             Peace best bet for low taxes: Sen. Douglas.  Jan. 26, 1950,  p. 5.
Feb.     County tax bills soar nearly half million higher than last year. Feb. 23, 1950,  p. 5.
Mar.     $38,099 received by Highland Park in gas tax revenue. Mar. 2, 1950,  p. 4.
June     Prepare 1949 tax bills for mailing. June 8, 1950,  p. 3.
            School district 108 bills are lower. June 8, 1950,  p. 3.
            Penalty date for taxes extended to July 15. June 8, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            Deerfield Township tax rate table. June 8, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
Aug.    City council approves tax levy of $466,831. Aug. 31, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Delinquent  special assessments and special tax list of city of Highland Park. Aug. 31, 1950, p. 3---  HPP.
Sept.    Delinquent  special assessments and special tax list of city of Highland Park. Sept. 7, 1960,  p. 3---  HPP.
            Delinquent tax list- town of West Deerfield. Sept. 14, 1950, p.3--- HPP.
            No need to fear state income tax if blue ballot is passed. Sept. 28, 1950,   p . 5.

TEACHERS

            H. Park teachers killed Saturday in auto accident. Mar. 9, 1950, p. 3.
            Memorial statement for teachers killed in accident.  Mar. 9, 1950,  p. 4.
            H.P. educators to participate in Shore meet. Apr. 20, 1950,  p. 5.
            School District 108 raises teachers’ salaries in schools.  Nov. 9, 1950,  p. 3.

TEENAGERS

            Teen age gang takes classmate for a ‘ride’.  Feb. 23, 1950,  p. 4.
            How to tame junior and keep your house intact. Mar. 16, 1950,  p. 5.
            $5000 fire damage follows teen party in R. Wanger home. Mar. 30, 1950, p. 3.
            Teens now have more moral standards: Musa J. deMouth. Sept. 21, 1950,  p. 5.

TELEPHONES

Jan.     Change to dial system Saturday at midnight. Jan. 19, 1950,  p. 3.
            Dial phone service Sunday. Jan. 19, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Dial phones in operation. Jan. 26, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Dramatic telephone cut-over accomplished in two minutes.  Jan. 26,  1950,  p. 10.
            Telephone tidbits.  Jan. 26, 1950,  p. 10.
July      Direct dial service to Chicago starts here Saturday night. July 13, 1950, p. 3.
            Telephone dial service to include Chicago and 8 other communities. July 13, 1950,  p. 1.  HPP.
Aug.    Night operator (Agnes Somski (sic) ) saves life of stricken customer. Aug. 3, 1950,  p. 1.  HPP.
           Somsky is honored today for noteworthy public service. (Night telephone operator.) Aug. 3, 1950,  p. 4.
Nov.    Proposed phone rate increase to have little local effect.  Nov. 9, 1950,  p. 5.
           Hit and run  pickets fail to upset city telephone service. Nov. 16, 1950,  p. 3.
Dec.    Illinois Bell Company elects new officers. Dec. 7, 1950,  p. 1. HPP. 

TELEVISION

            Terror of television – how it affects your Hopalong Kid.  Aug. 24, 1950,  p. 5.

THEATER

Mar.     Story Book Theatre to play Saturday at Ravinia School. Mar. 30, 1950,  p. 29.
Apr.      Story Book Theatre. Apr. 20, 1950,  p. 3. HPP.
            Tenthouse Theatre announces plans for summer opening. Apr. 20, 1950,  p. 40.
May      Saturday will mark final performance of Story Book Theatre. May 4, 1950,  p. 26.
June     Chevy Chase opens second season with “Twentieth Century”.  June 1, 1950, p. 30.
            Tenthouse opening is energetic and enjoyable. June 8, 1950, p. 2. HPP.
            Chevy Chase to star Gale Sondergaard in next week’s play. June 8, 1950,  p. 32.
            Capacity crowd attends opening of Tenthouse. June 8, 1950.  P. 32.
            10 week season of operettas opens with “Naughty Marietta” at Music Theatre. June 15, 1950,  p. 34.
            Tenthouse features “Glass Menagerie”. June 15, 1950,  p. 34.
            North Shore Musical Theater. June 22, 1950,  p. 2. HPP.
            ‘The Glass Menagerie’ is Tenthouse play of the week. June 22, 1950, p. 2. HPP.
            The Music Theater opens. June 29, 1950,  p. 2. HPP.
            Highwood girl  (Gloria Lind) appears in new Music Theater. June 29,  1950, p. 3. HPP.
July      Tenthouse apprentices stage pantomime for Girl Scouts.  July 27, 1950,  p. 14.
Aug.     Fun-packed, tune-packed Roberta in spotlight at Music Theatre. Aug. 24, 1950,  p. 2.  HPP.
            Children’s Theatre to become reality in Highland Park. Sept. 21, 1950,  p. 24.
            Children’s Theatre tickets to go on sale in schools. Oct. 12, 1950,  p. 13.

TRANSPORTATION

            Vote no buses in A.V.C. poll. Aug. 17, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.

TRUAX, EVVA  (Mrs. Sewall)

            Egan Place, a city landmark, goes on the realtors’ lists. June 8, 1950, p. 5.

TYPEWRITERS

            Old faithful  (1912 model) has yielded the ghost. Mar. 16, 1950, p. 1. HPP.

UN-AMERICAN ACTIVITIES

            Un-American activities suppressed at Deerfield plant. July 27, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.

U.N. (United Nations)

            City gets United Nations flag.  Oct. 12, 1950,  p. 8.
            Peace Plan Forum will mark U.N. Day.  Oct. 12, 1950,  p. 9.
            Inter-town meeting climaxes U.N. Week. Oct. 19, 1950, p. 2. HPP.
            U.N. flag goes up and down on H.P. flag pole. Oct. 19, 1950,  p. 3.
            Women Voters to hear noted speaker on United Nations: Louise Wright.  Nov. 9, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            U.N., military force is December subject of discussion group. Nov. 30, 1950,  p.5
            Group to study need for permanent police force in U.N. Dec. 14, 1950,  p. 5.

U. S. ARMY

            Army and Air Force recruiting officer in H. P. Fridays. July 20, 1950,   p. 3.
            Recruiting officer for army and air force to visit here weekly. July 20, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            Army and Air Force recruiting officer in H. P. Fridays.  Aug. 3, 1950,  p. 5.
            H.P. Wing Squadron to leave for air force training base.  Aug. 10, 1950,  p. 4.
            H.P. Wing Group leaves for duty in the Orient.  Nov. 2, 1950,  p. 4.
            Several from H.P. area in training at Missouri base. Nov. 16, 1950,  p. 5.
            Jobs safe for city workers who enter armed forces. Nov. 30, 1950,  p. 3.
            Fort Sheridan WACS to see active duty. Nov. 30, 1950,  p. 6.
            Recruiting station reports increase in local enlistments. Dec. 28, 1950,  p. 5.

U. S.  NAVY

            Naval reservists may enlist for active duty. July 20,1 950.  P. 1. HPP.

U. S. O.  (United Service Organization)

            ‘Peacetime U.S.O.’ established by Moose Lodge. May 4, 1950,  p. 4.

U. S. POST OFFICE

            Post office observes helicopter service week. Apr. 20, 1950,  p. 44.
            Residential mail to be delivered only once a day.  Apr. 27, 1950,  p. 3.
            Postmaster Cobb attends Helicopter Day at Chicago fair. July 27, 1950,  p. 3.
            Post office employees to fete veteran carrier, Matt Maiman, who will retire December 31. Dec. 14, 1950,  p. 4.
            Speed Christmas mail for delivery. Dec. 14, 1950,  p. 24.
            Last minute mail deliveries to be made on Sunday. Dec. 21, 1950,  p. 3.

UTILITIES

            Coal strike may bring brown-out. Feb. 23, 1950,  p. 5.
            Public Service Co. begins brown-out. Mar. 2, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            City begins its brown-out to save dwindling coal supplies. Mar. 2, 1950,  p. 3.
            Public Service changes method of billing.  Apr. 27, 1950,  p. 35.
            Three companies to be merged into Public Service Co.  Nov. 23, 1950, p. 1. HPP.

VANDALISM

            Four students tear down pillars at Oak Terrace School. Nov. 2, 1950,  p. 5.
            Pranksters mark up parked cars. Nov. 16, 1950,  p. 38.

VETERANS

             Presbyterian Church will dedicate plaque to World War II veterans. Jan. 26, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
Mar.     AVC boost Hoover Reform of vet aid.  Mar. 9, 1950,  p. 5.
            AVC boosts Hoover reform of vet aid. Mar. 9, 1950, p. 2. HPP.
            Former city hall purchased by VFW. Mar. 16, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            VFWs  purchase H.P. Community Center building. Mar. 23, 1950,  p. 24.
Apr.     Vets urge railroad to make ‘real try’ to solve problems. Apr. 20, 1950,  p. 35.
            Poppies honoring war dead are made by disabled vets. Apr. 27, 1950,  p. 12.
            Disabled veterans make memorial poppies for Poppy Day. Apr. 27, 1950, p. 2. HPP.
            Deadline for applications of veterans for state bonus. Apr. 27, 1950, p. 5. HPP.
            World War II vets to receive second dividend in 1950. Apr. 27, 1950, p. 6. HPP.
May     Highwood Legion receives bulletin on VA payments. May 4, 1950,  p. 4.
            Vets should have discharge recorded. May 4, 1950,  p. 5. HPP.
            Veterans fail to have discharges recorded; difficulties ensue. May 4, 1950,  p. 4.
            Veterans of two wars will benefit from poppy sales. May 4, 1950, p. 5.
            2 Legion auxiliaries, VFW auxiliary, join forces on poppy day. May 11, 1950, p. 4.
            Veterans’ children aided by Poppy Day. May 11, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.
            Vets to observe Memorial Day. May 25, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
June     VFWs dedicate new home to war dead. June 29, 1950,  p. 22.
            Veterans get deed to new home at 549 Central. Photo. Sept. 21, 1950,  p. 5.
            Build a world law, vets urge nominees. Oct. 12, 1950,  p. 6.
            Blue Ballot ‘yes’ plea of vet group. Oct. 19, 1950,  p. 9.
Sept.    Hoover plan to be heard by veterans. Sept. 14, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            Invite foes’ views of Hoover VA plans. Sept. 21, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.
            Ask for ‘business efficiency’ in VA Sept. 28,1 950,  p. 2. HPP.

VETERINARIANS

            Dr. Nelson S. Mayo wins highest award given by A.V.M.A. Aug. 24, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            Dr. Nelson S. Mayo recalls early days in vet medicine. Sept. 14, 1950,  p . 4.

WAR CASUALTIES

            Sgt. Jerry M. Parson’s body to be sent to U.S.  Feb. 9, 1950, p. 5.
            Hold burial rites for World War II hero on June 14. (Sgt. Jerry M. Parsons)  June 8, 1950,  p. 5.
            Burial rites for (Lt. Thomas P. Chavis, 27) World War II hero, set for tomorrow. Sept. 28, 1950,  p. 3.
            Lt. Wm. H. Wilbur, Jr. city’s first Korean war casualty. Sept. 28, 1950,  p. 3.

WATER

            City’s clear water pumpage shows an increase in July. Aug. 17, 1950,  p. 4.
            Report  of  city water department for month of July. Aug. 17, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Steering committee for Lake County Water District meets today. Sept. 21,  1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            Plan county water district.  Sept. 21, 1950,  p. 3.
            City filter plant states lake mud reaches new high. Nov. 30, 1950,  p. 3. 

WEATHER

            Worst rain storm since ’38 causes untold damage. Apr. 27, 1950,  p. 3.

WESTERN AVENUE

            Western Avenue petition transfer to be ‘clarified’. July 27, 1950,  p. 5.
            Two groups oppose H.P. property annexation. Aug. 17, 1950,  p. 3.

WILBUR, GEN. WILLIAM H.

            Gen. William H. Wilbur to speak before Men’s Fellowship Club. Jan. 19, 1950, p. 5.
            Brig. Gen. Wilbur to be speaker at plaque dedication service. Jan. 26, 1950, p. 13.
            Brig. Gen. Wilbur to address Republicans at Elm Place School. Mar. 23, 1950, p3
            Gen. Wm. H. Wilbur announces candidacy for seat in Congress. May 18, 1950, p. 3.
            Gen. W. H. Wilbur announces candidacy for Congress. May 18, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            General William H. Wilbur contemplates another career. June 1, 1950,  p. 8.
            Gen. Wilbur to speak on Korean crisis.  July 20, 1950,  p. 4.
            YGOP host Gen. W. H. Wilbur.  July 20, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.
            Gen. Wilbur to tell  Legion about Japanese balloons. Aug. 17, 1950, p. 1. HPP.
            Gen. Wilbur tells meaning behind Korean situation. Oct. 19, 1950,  p. 3.

WILBUR, LT. WILLIAM H.

            Lt. Wm. H. Wilbur fatally wounded in action in Korea. Sept. 28, 1950, p1. HPP.

WOMEN

            Fort Sheridan WACS to see active duty. Nov. 30, 1950,  p. 6. HPP.

YWCA

             Former resident recalls early days of YWCA. Feb. 16, 1950,  p. 1. HPP.      
            Regional director of Nat’l (sic) YWCA evaluates program in talk here. Apr. 27, 1950,  p. 36.