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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
January 1, 1959 - December 31, 1959
HIGHLAND PARK NEWS
ACCIDENTS
Jan. 9 accidents take place on icy roads. Jan.8, 1959, p. 5.
Police report weekend mishaps. Jan. 8, 1959, p. 23.
Lead car overturns in N. Shore crash. Jan. 29, 1959, p. 3.
Several accidents reported by police. Jan. 29, 1959, p. 25.
Mar. Truck driver, T. Jacoby, killed in truck crash. Mar. 5, 1959, p. 3.
Chicago driver killed Friday at Edens-Clavey corner. Mar. 19, 1959, p. 4.
2 persons injured in crash involving out-of-town drivers. Mar. 19, 1959, p. 4.
Driver escapes injury as gates smash windshield. Mar. 26, 1959, p. 5.
Apr. Resident helps in search for hit and run driver. Apr. 9, 1959, p. 8.
Two injured in 3-car accidents on Skokie. Apr. 23, 1959, p. 8.
Police report three accidents in rains. Apr. 30, 1959, p. 4.
May 2 boys hit by cars, escape serious injury. May 28, 1959, p. 3.
June What causes traffic accidents? Failure to yield right of way. June 4, 1959, p. 12.
Chicago man, L.A. Kobialko, seriously hurt in crash. June 11, 1959, p. 3.
Driver asleep at wheel - car damages gas main. June 11, 1959, p. 14.
Quick thinking mother saves three lives. June 25, 1959, p. 5.
Aug. Police report two accidents Friday. Aug. 13, 1959, p. 3.
Sept. Explosion injures 9, demolishes house. Sept. 3, 1959, p. 3.
Holiday accidents held to all-time low here. Sept. 10, 1959, p. 3.
Police report 3 traffic accidents in heavy rains. Sept. 24, 1959, p. 6.
Oct. Runaway truck plows into house on Hickory St. Oct. 29, 1959, p. 58.
Nov. Chicago man, Andrew Hodges, dies in fatal accident. Nov. 12, 1959, p. 3.
Bad weather causes accidents. Nov. 19, 1959, p. 10.
Dec. Police report 3 auto mishaps on Thanksgiving. Dec. 3, 1959, p. 35.
Accidents take lives of two youths: R. Cousens, F. McMichael. Dec. 10, 1959, p. 3.
Weekend police report includes burglary, accidents. Dec. 17, 1959, p. 36.
ADULT EDUCATION
Adult education program to commence Monday. Sept. 24, 1959, p. 6.
Highland Park and Highwood residents enroll for evening session at Lake Forest. Oct. 15, 1959, p. 56.
ALL-AMERICA CITY
City wins All-America title. Jan. 22, 1959, p. 3, p. 5.
All-America celebrations. Feb. 12, 1959, p. 3.
All-American celebrations start. Feb. 19, 1959, p. 3.
Set All-America week March 8-15. Feb. 26, 1959, p. 3.
You're invited to All-America party. Mar. 5, 1959, p. 3.
Gala celebration set for Sunday. Mar. 12, 1959, p. 3.
Cornell makes oral plea for Highland Park. Mar. 12, 1959, p. 5.
All-America award pictures. Mar. 12, 1959, p. 14--
Residents turn out for All-America open house. Mar. 19, 1959, p. 3.
AMERICAN LEGION
American Legion dedication ceremonies scheduled Nov. 8. Oct. 29, 1959, p. 8.
American Legion will dedicate Boynton Room at 3 p.m. Sunday. Nov. 5, 1959, p. 3.
Legion auxiliary sends delegates to district meet. Nov. 5, 1959, p. 3.
Historical room dedicated. Photo. Nov. 12, 1959, p. 3.
ANIMALS
Police report on dog bites. June 4, 1959, p. 12.
ART/ARTISTS
Renaissance painting is identified by Highwood artist. June 4, 1959, p. 18.
George S. Lyman's paintings, chess sets show at local library. July 23, 1959, p. 13.
NS Art League sets August 30 for annual fair. Aug. 20, 1959, p. 29.
Announce opening of Fine Arts Center. Sept. 3, 1959, p. 5.
Exhibit and reception opens Fine Arts Center Sunday. Nov. 5, 1959, p. 27.
Panel of experts to explore creativity at Braeside Art Festival and Symposium. Nov. 12, 1959, p. 31.
Highland Park Art Associates take special Institute tour. Nov. 19, 1959, p. 36.
ASSESSMENTS
West Deerfield Township Assessment Roll. Jan. 22, 1959, p. 1-22 Sec. 2.
Town of Deerfield Assessment Roll. April 30, 1959, after p. 30.
W. Deerfield Township Assessment Roll. Dec. 10, 1959, p. 42.
ATTORNEYS
Mortimer Singer elected president, Lake County Bar Association. June 4, 1959, p. 6.
AUTHORS
Highland Parker John Bartlow Martin's book on mental illness published. Feb. 2, 1959, p. 4.
High fidelity book by local authors published: "The Sound of High Fidelity". Mar. 26, 1959, p. 32.
Everett Millard's book on world law stresses strengthening United Nations charter. June 11, 1959, p. 28.
AWARDS
Jaycees seek nominations for service award. Jan. 1, 1959, p. 3.
Jaycee award banquet honors 15 for service. Feb. 5, 1959, p. 5.
Committee makes plans for awards celebrations here. (All-America City) Feb. 5, 1959, p. 5.
John Newman gets Medal of Honor at HP High School. June 18, 1959, p. 8.
BALKE, MRS. C. W. (Minnie)
Resolution honors local resident. Aug. 13, 1959, p. 4.
BANNOCKBURN, IL
Bannockburn zoning plan scrutinized. Feb. 19, 1959, p. 5.
BONAMARTE, MICHAEL F., JR.
Bonamarte Jr. earns rare commendation along with diploma. Feb. 12, 1959, p. 5.
BOOKS
Variety is keynote as books take spotlight. Oct. 29, 1959, p. 7.
2 dozen books on high school's 'must read' list. Nov. 12, 1959, p. 50.
BUSINESS
Jan. Bank of Highland Park hits four million in 1958. Jan. 1, 1959, p. 19.
Retail stores feature January clearance sales. Jan. 8, 1959, p. 3.
HP shows 8.1% increase in Dun & Bradstreet Jan. 1959 listing. Jan. 15, 1959, p. 29.
First National bank shows highest year-end deposits. Jan. 15, 1959, p. 36.
Bank of Highland Park obtains land for new building. Jan. 22, 1959, p. 3.
Mar. City's oldest store, Brands Paints, kept a bilingual staff. Mar. 12, 1959, p. 14.
New Sears retail store to replace Central Ave. unit. Mar. 19, 1959, p. 3.
Central businessmen urge close study of Highland Park's economic survey. Mar. 26, 1959, p. 44.
Apr. Local retail sales rank second of county's cities. Apr. 16, 1959, p. 32.
Joint economic study - 1st part is released. Apr. 23, 1959, p. 3.
An economic survey tells story of HP consumer. Apr. 30, 1959, p. 3.
May Three banks up savings account interest to 3%. May 21, 1959, p. 5.
June Business area plan submitted to city council. June 25, 1959, p. 3.
July Announce gigantic 'TNT' contest to promote Thursday night shopping. July 2, 1959, p. 4.
Merchants begin big TNT contest tonight. July 9, 1959, p. 3.
Complete change of downtown business district is proposed. July 16, 1959, p. 13.
Revision on Sunday law is proposed. July 23, 1959, p. 3.
Shuman replaces Heuer as First National Bank vice president. July 23, 1959, p. 4.
New airport shuttle service starts Monday. July 30, 1959, p. 37.
Oct. Eagle Foods build at Crossroads. Oct. 8, 1959, p. 5.
Shoppers' eye view of new Walgreen self-service store. Oct. 8, 1959, p. 56.
Sunset Food Mart expansion to be completed in month. Oct. 22, 1959, p. 49.
Vogue Cleaners opens new plant. Oct. 29, 1959, p. 48.
Nov. Highland Park Chamber of Commerce open house Nov. 18. Nov. 12, 1959, p. 5.
Dec. Let's take a trip through the new Sunset Food Mart. Dec. 3, 1959, p. 13. Photos.
Mall could spark rehabilitation of central business district. Dec. 10, 1959, p. 3.
Success formula: "Cortesi=Courtesy". History of Sunset Foods. Dec. 17, 1959, p. 14.
CAMPS/CAMPING
Happy Scouters officiate at Camp Ma-Ka-Jja-Wan dedication. July 23, 1959, p. 34.
Highland Parkers participate in Camp-O-Ree. Photos. Nov. 19, 1959, p. 55.
CANDIDATES
Feb. Electorate invited by Women Voters to hear candidates for city offices. Feb. 19, 1959, p. 5.
Councilman, police magistrate candidates queried. Feb. 19, 1959, p. 50.
Mar. Mead leads Smith into April race. Mar. 5, 1959, p. 3.
April candidates are to speak on OECA (Old Elm Civic Assn.) program. Mar. 19, 1959, p. 3.
10 candidates race April 7 for two park posts. Mar. 26, 1959, p. 5.
Apr. Independent candidates give biographical sketches. Apr. 9, 1959, p. 5.
CARPENTERS
Lake County carpenter apprentices complete course, graduate May 6. June 4, 1959, p. 29.
CENSUS
Voters' League recruits city census takers. Oct. 29, 1959, p. 3.
30 census takers are counting Highland Parkers. Nov. 5, 1959,p. 4.
Census report - unofficial - is 25,165. Nov. 12, 1959, p. 3.
CHILD CARE/CHILDREN
First grade - a time of wonder and delight. Photos. Apr. 30, 1959, p. 26.
Teachers learn more about gifted child in talk here. Sept. 24, 1959, p. 28.
CHARITIES
Committee for UNICEF invites residents to join. Oct. 8, 1959, p. 7.
Lions ask 'give to blind on Cracker Jack Day'. Oct. 8, 1959, p. 7.
CHURCH, REP. MARGUERITE STITT
Rep. Church reports on fiscal solvency. Oct. 22, 1959, p. 40.
Congressman Church to report to local group. Dec. 3, 1959, p. 5.
CHURCHES/SYNAGOGUES
Jan. Episcopalians work toward completion of new addition. Jan. 1, 1959, p. 14.
Christian Science Church unit nears completion. Jan. 8, 1959, p. 30.
Rev. William Remmert called as pastor to Denver, Colo. church. Jan. 15, 1959, p. 54.
Feb. World Day of Prayer to be observed with community service at Trinity. Feb. 5, 1959, p. 42.
Presbyterian minister Dr. William A. Young to be honored at services in Highland Park, Peoria. Feb. 12, `1959, p. 4.
Adult choir of North Shore Congregation Israel honors Handel. Photo. Feb. 19, 1959, p. 42.
Mar. Ministers elect new officers. Mar. 5, 1959, p. 7.
Junior choir of N.S. Methodist Church will sing Palm Sunday. Mar. 19, 1959, p. 42.
Churches mark triumphant season of Christian year. Mar. 26, 1959, p. 42.
Apr. Local residents to attend St. Mary's Golden Jubilee next Sunday at Techny. Apr. 23, 1959, p. 46.
Permanent home for B'nai Torah established here. Apr. 30, 1959, p. 15.
Bell tower is removed from Highland Park church - First United Evangelical. Photos. Apr. 30, 1959, p. 38.
B'nai Torah purchases property in Highland Park. Apr. 30, 1959, p. 41.
Vote favorable for merger, Bethany, Wesley Churches. Apr. 30, 1959, p. 48.
June $4,500 fire damages Evangelical Church. June 4, 1959, p. 4.
St. John's and St. Paul's churches now Trinity United Church of Christ. June 4, 1959, p. 46.
July Plans for Presbyterian Home are unveiled. July 2, 1959, p. 38.
Southern Baptist Mission established in Highwood. July 16, 1959, p. 38.
Aug. A new reform congregation is created. Aug. 20, 1959, p. 40.
Lutheran Church receives pastor: Rev. Robert A. Wendelin. Aug. 27, 1959, p. 42.
Sept. 1961 is new target date for new sanctuary, school at North Shore Congregation Israel. Sept. 3, 1959, p. 24.
New sanctuary at Beth El to be completed in 1960. Sept. 24, 1959, p. 26.
Oct. Meyer Levin opens Beth El Forum. Oct. 22, 1959, p. 16.
Special children's services slated at Beth El. Oct. 15, 1959, p. 58.
Team captains learn drive plans for Beth El sanctuary. Oct. 22, 1959, p. 34.
Nov. Trinity Church to dedicate new organ. Nov. 12, 1959, p. 48.
Christian Science Church holds 55th holiday service. Nov. 12, 1959, p. 48.
Mass in Eastern rite to be celebrated December 4. Nov. 19, 1959, p. 4.
Highland Park, Highwood ready community Thanksgiving rites. Nov. 19, 1959, p. 5.
Commissioned church worker: Christine Griffes. Nov. 19, 1959, p. 10.
Area ministers are briefed on Nike. Nov. 19, 1959, p. 24.
Dec. Temples list numerous Channukah rites. Dec. 24, 1959,p. 25.
CITIZENS SAFETY COUNCIL
Citizens Safety Council develops 1959-60 program. Aug. 6, 1959, p. 3.
Citizen Safety Committee to take a hand in courteous driver program. Sept. 10, 1959, p. 4.
CIVIL DEFENSE/CIVIL AIR PATROL
Civil Defense hospital arrives. Feb. 5, 1959, p. 3.
HP Hospital readies for disaster. Feb. 12, 1959, p. 3.
Medical staff hears Schaeffer describe problems to expect. Feb. 12, 1959, p. 3.
Highland Park CAP to join in celebration of anniversary. Nov. 26, 1959, p. 5.
Highland Park CAP joins hunt for missing plane. Dec. 10, 1959, p. 3.
CLUBS/ASSOCIATIONS
Jan. HP Woman's Club celebrates 60th anniversary. Jan. 1, 1959, p. 10.
Highland Park pioneers national cadet program: Sea Cadets. Jan. 8, 1959, p. 10.
North Shore Cultural Foundation recently formed in Highland Park. Jan. 15, 1959, p. 12.
Woman's Club benefit climaxes 60th anniversary celebration. Jan. 22, 1959, p. 6.
New Noble Grand tells of IOOF (Independent Order of Foresters). Jan. 29, 1959, p. 15.
Feb. Sea Cadets get charter, promotions. Feb. 19, 1959, p. 20.
Mar. Girl Scouts celebrate 47th year. Mar. 12, 1959, p. 14G.
Service clubs measure up to 'All-America' title. Mar. 12, 1959, p. 14H.
Apr. Post 145 celebrates Legion's 40th birthday. Apr. 2, 1959, p. 14.
It's Girl Scout Cookie Sale time again. Photos. Apr. 16, 1959, p. 50.
June Sunset Club House addition is open . June 11, 1959, p. 3.
July Rotarians present awards, elect officers Monday. July 2, 1959, p. 7.
Men's Garden Club pays tribute to first president. July 23, 1959, p. 31.
Aug. Men's Garden Club presents annual show 22-23. Aug. 13, 1959, p. 10.
Sept. League (of Woman Voters) sets finance drive goal at $3,300. Sept. 10, 1959, p. 7.
Oct. Highland Park Community Assoc. names Mrs. Ettlinger chairman. Oct. 8, 1959, p. 27.
Nov. Local women enjoy DAR benefit. Nov. 12, 1959, p. 19.
YWCA offers creative, learn-to-do activities. Nov. 19, 1959, p. 46.
Dec. Metropolitan planning experts to address League. Dec. 3, 1959, p. 3.
Girl Scouts of Troop 88 lead way in chasing litter. Dec. 17, 1959, p. 27.
COLLEGES/UNIVERSITIES
Jan. Barat professor, Dr. R. J. Westley, given research grant. Jan. 8, 1959, p. 4.
Highland Parkers are headlined in college releases. Mar. 19, 1959, p. 20.
COMMUTERS/COMMUTING
Commuters say property values tied to North Shore Rail line. Mar. 12, 1959, p. 86.
Commuters group sets June slogan: Finish the Fight. June 4, 1959, p. 4.
NS commuters 'Finish the Fight' goes on at stations. June 18, 1959, p. 32.
Community backs NS Commuters Association. July 30, 1959, p. 3.
CONTESTS
Jan. Christmas lighting contest winners named. Jan. 1, 1959, p. 4.
Adcraft entries in -- help pick the winner. Ads shown p.12--. Jan. 1, 1959, p. 4.
Reader opinion poll accords Kate Wing Adcraft trophy. Jan. 8, 1959, p. 3.
Jaycees to tell service award recipient Saturday. Jan. 29, 1959, p. 5.
Apr. Jaycees ready Miss North Shore contest Saturday. Apr. 16, 1959, p. 4.
Smiling Miss North Shore, Carolyn Judkins is crowned. Apr. 23, 1959, p. 7.
June Clip then paste "Who's Who in HP Business District" contest. June 18, 1959, p. 3.
July Dale Dieterle wins national prize for portrait. July 30, 1959, p. 4.
TNT prize builds to $200 cash. July 30, 1959, p. 4.
Aug. Win your child a live pony. Aug. 13, 1959, p. 5.
HP pony contest begins next Thursday. Aug. 20, 1959, p. 4.
Win A Pony contest starts today. Aug. 27, 1959, p. 3.
Sept. Carla Rossi wins $400 TNT prize. Sept. 3, 1959, p. 3.
Three more days to enter pony contests. Sept. 3, 1959, p. 3.
Stephen Glickauf wins pony. Sept. 17, 1959, p. 5.
Nov. NEWS to present high school pupils' Jr. Adcraft copy. Nov. 5, 1959, p. 3.
TNT prize now $500. Nov. 5, 1959, p. 4.
TNT finale - $500 awarded. Nov. 19, 1959, p. 3.
Dec. Readers will judge winning Adcraft entries. Dec. 24, 1959, p. 4.
CRIME
Feb. Study of probation for Miss Evert to take several weeks. Feb. 19, 1959, p. 5.
Mar. Burglars believe there's nothing like green stamps. Mar. 26, 1959, p. 3.
Apr. Capture youth who robbed LF station. Apr. 23, 1959, p. 5.
May Police report store break-in, malicious mischief. May 21, 1959, p. 4.
July Two youths caught in store burglary. July 16, 1959, p. 5.
Aug. File Evert report. Aug. 6, 1959, p. 4.
Evert hearing for probation set for September 25. Aug. 20, 1959, p. 3.
Sept. Burglar takes $10,000 in jewels. Sept. 10, 1959, p. 3.
Scar-faced man arrested, charged with burglary. Sept. 24, 1959, p. 3.
Police link 2 men with 3 burglaries. Sept. 24, 1959, p. 4.
Oct. Bookkeeper Viola Evert placed on probation. Oct. 22, 1959, p. 3.
House entered - 4 diamond rings, $1,420 cash gone. Oct. 22, 1959, p. 40.
Dec. Weekend police report includes burglary, accidents. Dec. 17, 1959, p. 36.
DEERFIELD, IL
Appropriations ordinance. Aug. 6, 1959, p. 28.
Deerfield land gift worries Highland Park. Aug. 13, 1959, p. 3.
Deerfield Commons nears completion. Aug. 27, 1959, p. 40.
Deerfield Christmas Preview. Special Section Dec.3, 1959 after p. 30.
DEERFIELD TOWNSHIP
$139,670 OK'd for township funds at annual meeting. Apr. 9, 1959, p. 4.
McLaughlin wins post, W. Deerfield road commissioner. Apr. 9, 1959, p. 5.
Township Supervisor's statement. Apr. 30, 1959, p. 41.
Ground broken for W. Deerfield town hall, library. May 7, 1959, p. 3.
West Deerfield Township now has eleven precincts. Aug. 27, 1959, p. 3.
Supreme Court case lost Sept. 25. Oct. 8, 1959, p. 36.
W. Deerfield assessment roll. Dec. 10, 1959, p. 42.
25 voting precincts in Town of Deerfield. Dec. 17, 1959, p. 5.
DEL MAR WOODS
Unincorporated Del Mar Woods seeks haven. July 23, 1959, p. 5.
DRAINAGE
County Line property owners to elect ditch commissioners. Aug. 13, 1959, p. 4.
Ditch commissioner election is Sept. 1. Aug. 27, 1959, p. 4.
Commissioners elected to Union Drainage Ditch board. Sept. 10, 1959, p. 5.
DRIVING
Valid driver's license required to operate motor scooter. Apr. 30, 1959, p. 14.
Test your skill on defensive driving. July 2, 1959, p. 14.
Safety commission launches courtesy driver program. July 16, 1959, p. 5.
City to survey auto speed rates in a Ravinia area. July 30, 1959, p. 23.
Citizen Safety Committee to take a hand in courteous driver program. Sept. 10, 1959, p. 4.
Carl Bonn wins courteous driver award. Sept. 17, 1959, p. 8.
City court sets stiff penalty for under-age drivers. Sept. 24, 1959, p. 3.
Mrs. John Cervi is selected 'most courteous driver'. Oct. 8, 1959, p. 4.
EDUCATION
Education Association meets here tomorrow. Oct. 22, 1959, p. 4.
Local educators attend annual meet in Chicago. Dec. 31, 1959, p. 7.
ELECTIONS
Jan. Cushman unopposed, 3 hats, 1 bonnet in the ring for 2 councilmen posts. 6 file for police magistrate office. Jan. 29, 1959, p. 3.
Feb. Voters in two townships hold elections April 7. Feb. 5, 1959, p. 3.
City primary election is March 3. Precinct map. Feb. 26, 1959, p. 3.
Mar. Unofficial primary voting by precincts. Mar. 5, 1959, p. 4.
Committeemen warned on election tactics. Mar. 12, 1959, p. 4.
Apr. Community swimming pool is election issue. Apr. 2, 1959, p. 3.
Polling places open 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Apr. 2, 1959, p. 4.
Specimen ballot. Apr. 2, 1959, p. 40.
Inman, Weil win; bonds okayed. Apr. 9, 1959, p. 3.
School elections coming in all districts Saturday. Apr. 9, 1959, p. 3.
Unofficial park district election returns. Apr. 9, 1959, p. 4.
City elections will be held Tuesday. Apr. 16, 1959, p. 3.
Precinct map - Highland Park. Apr. 16, 1959, p. 4.
Mead wins, tax rate hike favored. Apr. 23, 1959, p. 3.
Cast 6,987 votes. Apr. 30, 1959, p. 8.
June Election Tuesday to decide county state's attorney. June 18, 1959,p. 3.
ENVIRONMENT
Lions plan anti-litter campaign. Jan. 8, 1959, p. 3.
Residents offer suggestions on how to beautify and clean up city. Nov. 26, 1959, p. 5.
FASHION
Fashion Preview: Special Section. Mar. 19, 1959, p. 31--
Fall Fashions: Special Section. Sept. 17, 1959, p. 35--
FENCES
City fences with landscaper over bundle of fencing. July 2, 1959, p. 4.
FIRES
Jan. Fire fighter Lt. William Perry dies following heroic rescue. Jan. 1, 1959, p. 3.
Christmas tree bonfire set for Jan. 5, 1959. Jan. 1, 1959, p. 3.
Fire safety subject of open meeting. Jan. 1, 1959, p. 3.
1958 fire losses lower, but number of calls increases. Jan. 15, 1959, p. 4.
Fire destroys vacant Moras home. Jan. 29, 1959, p. 27.
Apr. Burning of freight station tentatively set for Sunday. Apr. 30, 1959, p. 3.
Sept. New fire alarms system gives 8 schools 'extra' protection. Sept. 10, 1959, p. 3.
Fire drill at Lincoln School. Sept. 24, 1959, p. 3.
Oct. $75,000 blaze in Highwood. Oct. 8, 1959, p. 4.
Firefighters alert residents to fire hazards. Oct. 8, 1959, p. 5.
FISH
Biologists rid Foley's pond of rough fish. Sept. 17, 1959, p. 3.
Foley's pond is new home for fingerlings. Oct. 29, 1959, p. 8.
FLAGS
Highland Park will be given 49 star flag. June 11, 1959, p. 3.
It's official! 49 star American flag may be flown July 4, 1959. July 2, 1959, p. 24.
Flag that flew over national capital now flies here. Aug. 6, 1959, p. 14.
Blackhawk Society presents 49-star flag to Brownies. Oct. 29, 1959, p. 20.
FLOODS
Torrential downpour floods First and Second Streets. Aug. 27, 1959, p. 3.
FOREIGN EXCHANGE STUDENTS
By boat and plane exchange students are on the way to Highland Park. Aug. 20, 1959, p. 23.
Rotarians welcome foreign students. Sept. 10, 1959, p. 22.
Residents warned to beware of persons posing as foreign exchange students. Nov. 12, 1959, p. 5.
Norwegian family visits American friend, Jody Green. Nov. 12, 1959, p. 38.
Rotary entertains exchange students. Nov. 19, 1959, p. 7.
Four juniors eligible for foreign visits. Nov. 26, 1959, p. 4.
Exchange students to be honored at tea Dec. 29. Dec. 17, 1959 p. 74.
FORT SHERIDAN, IL
Ft. Sheridan cites Highland Park, and Highwood Friday. Feb. 19, 1959, p. 5.
Missiles at Ft. Sheridan symbolize changes in modernized American army. Mar. 12, 1959, p. 44.
Highland Park Co. cited for patriotic civilian service. May 21, 1959, p. 4.
Col. Julian B. Lindsey retires Aug. 31; new post commander to be Col. Pursall. Aug. 20, 1959, p. 4.
Parade, ceremonies at Fort to honor retiring Colonel Lindsey. Aug. 27, 1959, p. 5.
Heads Fort Sheridan: Col. Alfred A. Pursall. Photo. Sept. 3, 1959, p. 5.
Residents warned to stay clear of firing area. Sept. 10, 1959, p. 4.
Gen. Wilbur addresses Army Association at Ft. Sheridan Nov. 12, 1959, p. 14.
Area ministers briefed on Nike. Nov. 19, 1959, p. 24.
FRAUD
Chamber cautions: investigate 'Coat of Arms' offers. Dec. 10, 1959, p. 31.
GARBAGE
Garbage grinders to be permitted in Highland Park. Oct. 15, 1959, p. 5.
GARDENS/GARDENING
Men's Garden Club of Highland Park set for entries, 19th Flower Show. Aug. 20, 1959, p.7.
GIRLS
Girls learn to use firearms. Apr. 23, 1959, p. 43.
GRANTS
Ford Grant survey being conducted here. Feb. 26, 1959, p. 6.
GUNS
Girls learn to use firearms. Apr. 23, 1959, p. 43.
Pistol and Rifle Club sets Dec. 14 date for first meet. Dec. 3, 1959, p. 42.
Two shotguns taken from locked car. Dec. 17, 1959, p. 33.
HAWKINS, FRANK, First mayor of Highland Park
Home of first mayor torn down. Jan. 1, 1959, p. 3.
HEALTH
Health Department finds infected well. Feb. 26, 1959, p. 5.
Lake County health unit offers new service. Mar. 26, 1959, p. 30.
TB Association mobile unit stationed here next week. Sept. 3, 1959, p. 4.
HIGHLAND PARK, IL
Jan. City council names salary, $6000 for PM. Jan. 8, 1959, p. 3.
Highland Park pioneers national cadet program: Sea Cadet. Jan. 8, 1959, p. 10.
City reverses stand on bus service, Highwood joins informal discussion with operator. Jan. 15, 1959, p. 3.
Highland Park acts now to meet 1965 challenge, program, economic survey begins water improvement. Jan. 15, 1959, p. 29.
Proposed ordinance may establish a 'production park'. Jan. 15, 1959, p. 41.
City wins All-America title. Jan. 22, 1959, p. 3, p. 5.
City seeking bids for big dragline unit. Jan. 29, 1959, p. 42.
Feb. New Highland Park civil service rules are to become effective Monday. Feb. 5, 1959, p. 3.
All-America celebrations. Feb. 12, 1959, p. 3.
Chamber presents city officials with plaque. Feb. 12, 1959, p. 3.
All-America celebrations start. Feb. 29, 1959, p. 3.
Highland Park council seeks peddler law. Feb. 26, 1959, p. 3.
City Manager Snyder authorized to get bids for sewer division work. Feb. 26, 1959, p. 3.
Set All-America week March 8. Feb. 26, 1959, p. 3.
Mar. Two shopping centers win council vote. Mar. 5, 1959, p. 3.
Highland Park to get $2 million shopping center. Mar. 19, 1959, p. 3.
City celebrates 90th anniversary. Mar. 19, 1959, p. 3.
Students govern Highland Park. Mar. 19, 1959, p. 4.
Civic students watch bid opening; six of eight proposals dip below $321,000 estimate. Mar. 26, 1959, p. 3.
Students tackle city's problems at mock meeting. Mar. 26, 1959, p. 11.
Apr. Highland Park mayor heads panel, citizens legislative conference. Apr. 16, 1959, p. 7.
Council passes water revenue law to raise $2 million. Apr. 23, 1959, p. 4.
Tax supported bodies probe benefits of local inter-governmental council. Apr. 23, 1959, p. 5.
May Sealed bids on water revenue bonds will be opened May 18 at city hall. May 7, 1959, p. 3.
Council upholds recommendation to hold Clavey-Edens area A-1. May 7, 1959, p. 3.
Robert E. Barker, chief building inspector on terminal leave. May 7, 1959, p. 11.
Budget hearing underway. May 21, 1959, p. 3.
City to crack down on illegal dumping of trash, trimmings. May 21, 1959, p. 3.
Highland Park city offices establish 5 day summer week. May 21, 1959, p. 3.
E. C. Mortier to join city staff. May 21, 1959, p. 5.
June Mayor salutes Ravinia Festival, cites prestige it brings to city. June 11, 1959, p. 4.
City moves toward 13-man plan commission, reorganization combines zoning, planning groups. June 18, 1959, p. 3.
Council concerned about bill to outlaw combined services. June 25, 1959, p. 3.
July Highland Park city council appoints 16 to committees. July 2, 1959, p. 5.
Council reverses itself on Ravine Dr. parking. July 16, 1959, p. 3.
Park Board may look for a new swim pool site. July 16, 1959, p. 3.
Complete change of downtown business district is proposed. July 16, 1959, p. 13.
Koehler appointed Tuesday to city finance director. July 23, 1959, p. 3.
Order crackdown on door-to-door solicitors. July 23, 1959, p. 3.
Approve budget of $5 million; water construction takes $2 million. July 30, 1959, p. 3.
Appropriation ordinance 1959. July 30, 1959, p. 11.
Aug. City asked: reject divorce court. Aug. 6, 1959, p. 3.
Deerfield land gift worries Highland Park. Aug. 13, 1959, p. 3.
Tentative approval to Fine Arts Center. Aug. 13, 1959, p. 3.
Reverse hasty stop sign action. Aug. 20, 1959, p. 3.
Highland Park council passes 1960 tax levy. Aug. 27, 1959, p. 3.
Sept. Council awards water contract, holds hearing. Sept. 3, 1959, p. 3.
Mayor elected regional officer, Municipal League. Sept. 3, 1959, p. 19.
Board to make three-project study of Woodland area. Sept. 24, 1959, p. 3.
Oct. City approves water mains for Highmoor. Oct. 8, 1959, p. 3.
Vietnam official studies city's budget. Oct. 8, 1959, p. 3.
City contacts 500 who did not buy local vehicle tags. Oct. 8, 1959, p. 3.
Mayor to act on naming Viti to zoning board. Oct. 8, 1959, p. 10.
Council explores sector planning. Oct. 29, 1959, p. 3.
Residents OK anti-litter beautifying program for city. Oct. 29, 1959, p. 4.
Nov. Councilmen tour city improvement projects. Nov. 5, 1959, p. 3.
No tax 'windfall' for 4 local bodies. Nov. 12, 1959, p. 3.
Finance director Frank Koehler on national panel, program budgeting. Nov. 19, 1959, p. 3.
Dec. You are cause of high taxes, says city manager. Dec. 3, 1959, p. 3.
City opposes curb on transport service from airport. Dec. 17, 1959, p. 3.
Mayor names two chairmen on Clean Up City committee. Dec. 17, 1959, p. 3.
Highland Park appoints electric commission. Dec. 17, 1959, p. 3.
Highland Park building inspectors now on call. Dec. 17, 1959, p. 52.
Limousine service from Chicago to continue - Johnson. Dec. 24, 1959, p. 3.
HIGHLAND PARK BUILDING DEPARTMENT
Jan. Year-end building report lower than '57 by two million. Jan. 15, 1959, p. 29.
Feb. Building permit figure jumps during January. Feb. 12, 1959, p. 3.
Mar. Home building in 1959 twice last year's rate. Mar.12, 1959, p. 14A.
May Building permits double, but sums involved are less. May 7, 1959, p. 3.
Robert E. Barker on terminal leave. May 7, 1959, p. 11.
July 45 building permits issued. July 2, 1959, p. 5.
Home building up 200% over June of last year. July 23, 1959, p. 4.
Aug. July building activity in Highland Park. Table. Aug. 20, 1959, p. 6.
Home building booming here, all Chicagoland. Aug. 20, 1959, p. 8.
Sept. Bulk of August building permits given 3 schools. Sept. 3, 1959, p. 5.
Oct. Housing permits for September near record high. Oct. 8, 1959, p. 3.
Home building is up in local area. Oct. 8, 1959, p. 35.
Nov. Public buildings up permit total by half million. Nov. 5, 1959, p. 3.
Dec. Highland Park building permits up in November. Dec. 10, 1959, p. 36.
HIGHLAND PARK COMMUNITY CHEST
HP Community Chest sets sight on $120,000 goal. Sept. 10, 1959, p. 4.
Community Chest volunteers work for drive goal $120,000. Oct. 8, 1959, p. 44.
Chest drives toward goal. Oct. 15, 1959, p. 5.
Community Chest halfway to fund goal. Oct. 22, 1959, p. 5.
School chest pledges $1,995. Nov. 12, 1959, p. 6.
Community Chest fund drive lags. Nov. 19, 1959, p. 4.
Community Chest $15,000 from goal. Dec. 3, 1959, p. 5.
HIGHLAND PARK FIRE DEPARTMENT
Jan. Firemen save five workmen. Jan. 15, 1959, p. 3.
May Crowd gathered at Central Ave. Sunday to watch fire demonstration. Photos. May 7, 1959, p. 5.
Highland Park fire fighters drill with oxygen masks. May 14, 1959, p. 28.
June School alarm panel installed at fire station. June 4, 1959, p. 3.
Aug. New $24,811 fire truck delivered. Aug. 27, 1959, p. 5.
HIGHLAND PARK HIGH SCHOOL
See: Schools – District 113.
HIGHLAND PARK HOSPITAL
Jan. Highland Park Hospital's expansion goal hits 1 million mark. Jan. 8, 1959, p. 5.
Hacker triplets first in hospital's history. Jan. 22, 1959, p. 4.
Rooms in hospital are furnished as memorials. Jan. 22, 1959, p. 32.
Feb. HP Hospital readies for disaster. Feb. 12, 1959, p. 3.
Medical staff hears Schaeffer describe problems to expect. Feb. 12, 1959, p. 3.
F, J. Schwermin named hospital administrator. Feb. 19, 1959, p. 4.
Mar. Dr. D. R. Fox joins HP Hospital staff. Mar. 5, 1959, p. 11.
Organizations and individuals rally to help HP Hospital; volunteers chalk up 34,049 hours, Mar 12, 1959, p. 17.
Apr. HP Hospital administrator F. J. Schwermin assumes duties. Apr. 2, 1959, p. 4.
New hospital wing to be dedicated Sunday, Apr. 26. Apr. 9, 1959, p. 3.
Hospital building fund given $10,000. Apr. 9, 1959, p. 22.
Service clubs to sponsor big-top circus performance for hospital. Apr. 9, 1959, p. 51.
Public invited to dedication, open house. Apr. 23, 1959, p. 3.
Special Section: Highland Park Hospital Dedication. Apr. 23, 1959, after p. 28.
More than 400 toured HP Hospital Sunday. Apr. 30, 1959, p. 4.
July Hospital notified of state council grant: $326,000. July 2, 1959, p. 3.
Highland Parker announces two hospital grants. July 2, 1959, p. 27.
Aug. Hospital building fund chairman accepts check from circus sponsors. Aug. 6, 1959, p. 5.
Rotarians fulfill $1500 pledge to hospital. Aug. 20, 1959, p. 5.
Hospital to get machine from Thrift Shop. Aug. 27, 1959, p. 17.
Sept. Hospital staff delights in facilities of new surgery room. Sept. 10, 1959, p. 20.
Nov. Local hospital is hostess to District 2 meeting. Nov. 5, 1959, p. 23.
Five Highland Parkers assume hospital posts. Nov. 19, 1959, p. 5.
Blueprints define new, enlarged hospital department: occupational therapy. Nov. 19, 1959, p. 48.
Dec. Hospital now member of Chicago Hospital Council. Dec. 3, 1959, p. 5.
Joins hospital staff as physical therapist: William Berger. Dec. 3, 1959, p. 16.
HP Hospital fund reaches $1,503,816 according to Hotchkiss. Dec. 10, 1959, p. 11.
Special section on HP Hospital. Dec. 17, 1959, p. 3. and p. 74.
Hospital gay with Christmas decorations. Photos. Dec. 24, 1959, p. 5.
HIGHLAND PARK PLAN COMMISSION
Mar. Officials await reports about two planning proposals. Mar. 5, 1959, p. 5.
Speakers tell need for plan in city, county. Mar. 26, 1959, p. 38.
July New commission plunges into city planning. July 16, 1959, p. 3.
Plan Commission begins business district study. July 23, 1959, p. 5.
City plan commission examines $1.8 million redesign of downtown shopping district. July 30, 1959, p. 14.
Aug. Plan commission quorum approves subdivision and Fine Arts Center. Aug. 13, 1959, p. 13.
Sentiment in favor of office-research district but not near my home, some say. Aug. 13, 1959, p. 27.
Sept. Plan commission votes against school board request for $250 fee per home from sub-dividers. Sept. 10, 1959, p. 5.
Dec. Council approves drawing Edgwood sector ordinance. Dec. 10, 1959, p. 5.
HIGHLAND PARK POLICE DEPARTMENT
Jan. Police youth club teaches judo, boxing. Jan. 1, 1959, p. 16;
Police report weekend mishaps. Jan. 8, 1959, p. 23.
Feb. City offers exams for police dept. openings Feb. 24. Feb. 12, 1959, p. 4.
Apr. All America badge gives police uniforms new look. Apr. 16, 1959, p. 10.
3 join HP Police Dept. May 11. Apr. 30, 1959, p. 3.
Police stand dress inspection, earn honors. Apr. 30, 1959, p. 5.
HP policemen win postal shooting awards in North Suburban League. Apr. 30, 1959, p. 32.
June Police patrol holds traffic mishaps down. June 4, 1959, p. 3.
Police list cases in monthly reports. June 18, 1959,p. 30.
July Police set up 54-hr. holiday traffic patrol. July 2, 1959, p. 3.
Police give tips on burglary prevention. July 2, 1959, p. 28.
Police Chief Schmieg Captains, Navy team in rifle-pistol meet. July 23, 1959, p. 4.
Police Chief Schmieg appointed Nat'l. FBI Academy. July 30, 1959, p. 3.
Aug. Michael Bonamarte Jr. awarded scholarship to Traffic Institute. Aug. 13, 1959, p. 5.
Sept. Police to stay on duty in 'alert' traffic program. Sept. 3, 1959, p. 4.
ct. Police report larceny, burglary. Oct. 8, 1959, p. 10.
Police hold two for questioning in city burglaries. Oct. 8, 1959, p. 43.
Nov. Chief Schmieg completes FBI studies. Nov. 12, 1959, p. 4.
FBI lab can help police force-Schmieg. Nov. 12, 1959, p. 4.
Capt. Lempinen to retire Dec. 1 from police force. Nov. 19, 1959, p. 5.
Police report 4 burglaries, catch two suspects. Nov. 26, 1959, p. 7.
Highland Park police make short work of stolen car recovery. Nov. 26, 1959, p. 7.
Dec. Police Sgt. Lange promoted to captain: Dalziel, Bonamarte made sergeants. Dec. 3, 1959, p. 3.
3 Highland Park policemen promoted. Photo. Dec. 10, 1959, p. 7.
Police report traffic toll over weekend. Dec. 17, 1959, p. 4.
Weekend police report includes burglary, accidents. Dec. 17, 1959, p. 36.
Weather hazards add to policemen's duties. Dec. 31, 1959, p. 9.
HIGHLAND PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY
Jan. Highland Park Library circulates ten more LP classical record albums. Jan. 8, 1959, p. 6.
HP library adds Congressional Report to reference department. Jan. 8, 1959, p. 12.
Feb. Humor pleases library patrons. Feb. 12, 1959, p. 5.
Mar. Library is vital cultural, educational center. Mar. 12, 1959, p. 50.
Latest books at HP library spotlight TV, Henry Knox and Cervantes. Mar. 26, 1959, p. 19.
Apr. 'Notable Books' list is released to local library. Apr. 2, 1959, p. 22.
Library circulates new recordings given by Friends. Apr. 2, 1959, p. 38.
Library has many new records for younger set. Apr. 30, 1959, p. 36.
June Annual report Highland Park Public Library. June 4, 1959, p. 30.
Staff portrait. Cover. June 4, 1959.
Library sees demand for books on stock market investments. June 11, 1959, p. 36.
HP children take off for moon on rocket-reading library venture. June 18, 1959, p. 4.
July Kent Followell accepts appointment as reference librarian. July 23, 1959, p. 37.
Sept. Children design puppets displayed at public library. Sept. 10, 1959, p. 46.
Oct. Board of experts completes survey of HP Public Library. Oct. 8, 1959, p. 25.
Nov. Series of children's movies begins Nov. 10 at HP Library. Nov. 5, 1959, p. 5.
Library to hold open house for new teachers. Nov. 5, 1959, p. 16.
Library gives open house for new teachers. Photos. Nov. 19, 1959, p. 40.
Dec. More phone service, other changes made by library. Dec. 3, 1959, p. 4.
Friends of Library will help furnish local auditorium. Dec. 10, 1959, p. 14.
Highland Park Library adopts selection rules. Dec. 17, 1959, p. 17.
HIGHWOOD, IL
Jan. Highwood Center asks residents to assist fire fund tabulation. Jan. 8, 1959, p. 11.
Highwood veterans purchase land. Jan. 8, 1959, p. 13.
Highwood police to buy siren, radio unit. Jan. 8, 1959, p. 26.
Highwood aldermen OK handgun purchase, $32,000 street project. Jan. 15, 1959, p. 3.
City reverses stand on bus service, Highwood joins informal discussion with operator. Jan. 15, 1959, p. 3.
Highwood board hears year-end fire statistics. Jan. 29, 1959, p. 8.
Feb. Highwood volunteer fire dept. invites public to annual ball. Feb. 4, 1959, p. 4.
Police ask for a dog pound outside Highwood city hall. Feb. 19, 1959, p. 3.
Leaking gas tank removed from basement. Feb. 19, 1959, p. 4.
Highwood mayor takes two day tour of nation's air defenses. Feb. 19, 1959, p. 14.
Mar. Highwood board hears principal request guards. Mar. 5, 1959, p. 3.
Four more Highwood candidates file on slogan: 'participation'. Mar. 5, 1959, p. 4.
Highwood business district to get 25 mercury street lights. Mar. 19, 1959, p. 3.
Apr. Highwood aldermen give unanimous approval to 200-foot beach lease. Apr. 2, 1959, p. 4.
Highwood's old St. James parish hall demolished. Apr. 9, 1959, p. 40.
Highwood voters to name aldermen in contest Tuesday. Apr. 16, 1959, p. 3.
Social agencies need Highwood's financial support. Apr. 16, 1959, p. 5.
Highwood aldermen approve carnivals. Apr. 16, 1959, p. 5.
Highwood Center change dates for activities for next month. Apr. 16, 1959, p. 8.
Independents win contests in voting in Highwood Tues. Apr. 23, 1959, p. 3.
Highwood drive organizes, elects Mrs. Koopmann head. Apr. 30, 1959, p. 4.
Joseph Belmonti named to Center's board. Apr. 30, 1959, p. 5.
Paul Muzik retires from Highwood Fire Dept. Apr. 30, 1959, p. 7.
May 5 new aldermen installed Friday, lighting contract signed, city appointees named. May 14, 1959, p. 3.
Organizations' representatives to aid Highwood. May 21, 1959, p. 3.
Spring rains raise havoc in Highwood. May 28, 1959, p. 3.
June Highwood Community Service meets and adopts bylaws. June 4, 1959, p. 10.
Highwood aldermen approve $243,759 appropriation bill, zoning change asked to allow town houses. June 18, 1959, p. 3.
Highwood aldermen approve appropriation bill. June 18, 1959, p. 5.
Appropriation bill. June 18, 1959, p. 46.
Traffic direction subject of public Highwood hearing. June 25, 1959, p. 3.
July Aldermen approve street improvements. July 2, 1959, p. 5.
Peter Baker & Son submit low bid; awarded Highwood Street contract. July 16, 1959, p. 3.
Southern Baptist Mission established in Highwood. July 16, 1959, p. 38.
Highwood to supersede its Center Commission with 'Mom and Dad' club. July 23, 1959, p. 3.
Residents protest townhouse project, northwest Highwood. July 30, 1959, p. 3.
Highwood aldermen approve tax anticipation ordinances. July 30, 1959, p. 3.
Aug. Highwood commission elects chairman, G. B. Johnson. Aug. 13, 1959, p. 3.
Highwood Community Service chairman selects captains. Aug. 13, 1959, p. 3.
Sept. Highwood and Sard Avenues intersection to be improved. Sept. 3, 1959, p. 3.
$15,249 set as Highwood Community Service goal. Sept. 3, 1959, p. 5.
Highwood aldermen vote to insure water filtration plant for $100,000. Sept.17, 1959, p. 3.
Highwood Community Center grants St. James School classrooms. Sept. 17, 1959, p. 19.
Oct. Highwood city attorney briefs aldermen on 3 current issues. Oct. 8, 1959, p. 3.
Further appointments made in Highwood Service drive. Oct. 8, 1959, p. 4.
Aldermen call abandoned building 'dangerous hazard'. Oct. 8, 1959, p. 5.
Police and Fire Board lists reasons for accepting Dransfeldt's resignation. Oct. 15, 1959, p. 3.
Community Center's Halloween Fun Fair sets early opening hour. Oct. 22, 1959, p. 12.
Mayor Frantonius names committee to screen Highwood solicitations. Oct. 29, 1959, p. 3.
Highwood drive nets $1,710 to date. Oct. 29, 1959, p. 3.
Nov. Bicycle ordinance adopted Friday by Highwood officials. Nov. 19, 1959, p. 3.
Police promotions made in Highwood. Nov. 19, 1959, p. 4.
Dec. Aldermen confirm two appointments. Dec. 3, 1959, p. 3.
Mayor requests up-dating Highwood zoning map. Dec. 10, 1959, p. 30.
Highwood aldermen award purchase of squad car. Dec. 17, 1959, p. 3.
Highwood bicycle ordinance to be effective Jan. 1. Dec. 17, 1959, p. 5.
HISTORY
The March 12,1959, issue is devoted to historical accounts of businesses, schools, organizations.
1907 photo of Chicago, North Western railroad station. Mar. 12, 1959, p. 16.
Dahl's auto repair business started as a blacksmith shop. Mar. 12, 1959, p. 26.
History of local schools. Mar. 12, 1959, p. 12--
Traffic a problem 90 years ago. Mar. 12, 1959, p. 76.
City's oldest store, Brand's Paints, kept a bilingual staff. Mar. 12, 1959, p. 14-I.
City looked like this in 1872. Highland Park Land Co. map. Mar. 12, 1959, p. 14-I.
Bell tower removed from Highland Park church - First United Evangelical. Photos. Apr. 30, 1959, p. 38.
Success formula: "Cortesi = Courtesy". History of Sunset Foods. Dec. 17, 1959, p. 14.
HOLIDAYS
Two infants, Robert Becker, Thomas Favelli, born Jan. 1. Jan. 8, 1959, p. 3.
Highland Park, Highwood set Memorial Day rites. May 28, 1959, p. 3.
City's biggest celebration set for July 4. July 2, 1959, p. 3.
Police set up 54-hr. holiday traffic patrol. July 2, 1959, p. 3.
It was a gala 4th of July. Photos. July 9, 1959, p. 5.
Egg fight, other incidents mark 'trick or treat'. Nov. 5, 1959, p. 7.
Thanksgiving statements by local clergy appear on various pages. Nov.26, 1959.
Special section: Highland Park Heralds Christmas follows p. 25. Nov. 26, 1959.
Christmas essays by clergy appear throughout the issue. Dec. 24, 1959.
Youth ready to welcome in coming year. Dec. 31, 1959, p. 3.
HOTELS
Villa Moderne opening day is May 1. Mar. 26, 1959, p. 8.
INSECTS
Council hears pros, cons on insect spraying problem. May 28, 1959, p. 3.
INTELLIGENCE TESTS
Wayne Thomas PTA offered program on intelligence tests. Jan. 8, 1959, p. 5.
Intelligence tests will be discussed on January 13. Jan. 8, 1959, p. 5.
INVENTIONS/INVENTORS
Local inventor's Johnsonmobile has spring debut. (Horton Johnson) Mar. 26, 1959, p. 7.
LAKE COUNTY, IL
Lake County health unit offers new service. Mar. 26, 1959, p. 30.
G. L. Grinnell wins county board seat. Apr. 30, 1959, p. 3.
Election Tuesday to decide county state's attorney. June 18, 1959, p. 3.
Samuel Smith succeeds Mrs. C. W. Balke on county board. July 16, 1959, p. 3.
Welfare Council to hear report on county needs. Oct. 15, 1959, p. 4.
School districts in Lake County form association. Dec. 10, 1959, p. 29.
LAKE COUNTY FOREST PRESERVE
Jan. Tentative budget for county forest preserve unit OK'd. Jan. 22, 1959, p. 3.
Feb. Letter from Emmett Moroney, Lake County Board of Supervisors. Feb. 12, 1959, p. 4.
July Robert Kelly named staff head, Lake County Forest Preserve. July 9, 1959, p. 3.
Issue $10,000 tax warrants for new forest district. July 23, 1959, p. 3.
Nov. Forest Preserve District ready to acquire land. Nov. 19, 1959, p. 5.
LAKE MICHIGAN
Apr. Highwood aldermen give unanimous approval to 200-foot beach lease. Apr. 2, 1959, p. 4.
June Park District gives beach information. June 25, 1959, p. 12.
Thirty-six tons limestone used for beach stairs. June 25, 1959, p. 14.
July City cracks down on beach revelers. July 2, 1959, p. 3.
Operation Inland Seas viewed by Highland Parkers. July 9, 1959, p. 3.
Aug. Commodore's view of North Shore Yacht Club. Aug. 6, 1959, p. 3.
Dial ID 2 1099 for air, water temperatures at beaches. Aug. 13, 1959, P. 5.
Clean beach sand with new $6000 machine. Aug. 20, 1959, p. 3.
Sept. Residents warned to stay clear of firing area (at Ft. Sheridan). Sept. 10, 1959, p. 4.
Hundreds throng beaches, parks on holiday weekend. Sept. 10, 1959, p. 3.
Attendance at Highland Park's beaches sets season record of 86,204 persons. Sept. 17, 1959, p. 4.
Nov. Yacht Club asks Park Board for beach rights. Nov. 12, 1959, p. 3.
LANDMARKS
Home of first mayor torn down. Jan. 1, 1959, p. 3.
LAWSUITS
Suit filed to force state's attorney election. Jan. 15, 1959, p. 3.
MAPS
City looked like this in 1872. Highland Park Land Co. map. Mar. 12, 1959, p.14-I.
MISSING PERSONS
Building contractor Irving B. Siden is still missing. Nov. 12, 1959, p. 3.
Highland Park girl, Jan Poetzinger, is reported missing. Dec. 10, 1959, p. 4.
MOTION PICTURES
Film Society to mark 10th year with 'Across the World' program. Sept. 3, 1959, p. 22.
Alcyon Theatre starts extensive remodeling plans. Nov. 26, 1959, p. 34.
MUSIC
Jan. HP violinist Abram Loft is featured on TV. Jan. 8, 1959, p. 8.
Nathan Milstein to be heard in concert Feb. 2. Jan. 29, 1959, p. 18.
Mar. Plan Bach concert on March 15. Mar. 12, 1959, p. 12.
Ruth Page's opera ballet Monday is final '59 Community Concert. Mar. 26, 1959, p. 5.
Apr. Second annual Highland Park Music Festival scheduled April 26. Apr. 16, 1959, p. 8.
Highland Park to stage second annual music festival Sunday. Apr. 23, 1959, p. 5.
June Neil Levin wins Lyon and Healy music contest. June 4, 1959, p. 26.
Aug. Highland Parkers sing in Harmony Heritage Concert. Aug. 6, 1959, p. 4.
Sept. Community Concert series to be launched on Monday. Sept. 10, 1959, p. 14.
Garino Accordion Band gave free concerts this summer. Photo. Sept. 24, 1959, p. 10.
Music Club establishes a scholarship. Sept. 24, 1959, p. 20.
Oct. Chamber orchestra begins 29th season. Oct. 8, 1959, p. 6.
Nov. Highland Parkers to sing Brahms Requiem Sunday. Nov. 5, 1959, p. 17.
French pianist Robert Casadesus plays here Nov. 27. Nov. 5, 1959, p. 22.
Highland Park's Fire House Four highlight program. Nov. 12, 1959, p. 6.
NATURAL GAS UTILITIES
Gas company may reduce rates. Mar. 26, 1959, p. 4.
1150 gas heat permits released. June 25, 1959,p. 10.
Gas company promotion for C. J. Skidmore. Nov. 12, 1959, p. 4.
NEWSPAPERS
Adcraft students learn how NEWS is printed. Nov. 26, 1959,p. 10.
NORTH SHORE MENTAL HEALTH CLINIC
North Shore Mental Health Clinic plans to move from Highland Park Hospital. June 4, 1959, p. 4.
North Shore Mental Health Clinic seeks new location. June 25, 1959, p. 31.
State grants $31,000 to local mental health clinic. Sept. 3, 1959, p. 4.
Mrs. Pearl Weisdorf joins Mental Health staff. Sept. 17, 1959, p. 16.
Mental Health Clinic moves to Winnetka. Dec. 10, 1959, p. 27.
NORTH SHORE SANITARY DISTRICT
Water runoff is problem facing sanitary district. Mar. 5, 1959, p. 41.
NURSERY SCHOOLS
Jan. Community Nursery School starts 1959 with new room. Jan. 15, 1959, p. 5.
Feb. Community Nursery School has 'Open House' at school Wednesday. Feb. 5, 1959, p. 14.
Mar. Ravinia Nursery School will erect building near Red Oak site. Mar. 5, 1959, p. 5.
$25,000 building campaign started for new nursery. Mar 19, 1959, p. 12.
Apr. New nursery school to have residential 'feeling'. Apr. 2, 1959, p. 39.
Children's shows May 9 to benefit Community Nursery School. Apr. 9, 1959, p. 42.
July Nursery School is new world for little Susie. Photos. July 30, 1959, p. 34.
Sept. Community Nursery School classes begin Sept. 8. Sept. 3, 1959, p. 22.
NURSES/NURSING
Nurse Association issues '58 report. Jan. 22, 1959, p. 12.
OBITUARIES
Adler, Mrs. Alma R., homemaker. July 2, 1959, p. 50.
Anderson, Albert O., carpenter, contractor. Aug. 20, 1959, p. 47.
Angelovic, Mrs. Victoria, homemaker. Aug. 6, 1959, p. 43.
Apelgren, Olaf N., plasterer. Nov. 12, 1959, p. 7.
Ayers, Mrs. Edith, homemaker. Feb. 19, 1959, p. 7.
Baldwin, Mrs. Mary C., homemaker. Mar. 12, 1959, p. 86.
Baldwin, Mrs. Francis, homemaker. Feb. 5, 1959, p. 50.
Banfield, Eleanor W., Mrs. Samuel R., homemaker. May 7, 1959, p. 5.
Banfield, Samuel R., M.D. Apr. 30, 1959, p. 7.
Barrows, Mrs. Harlan, homemaker, community activist. Mar. 5, 1959, p. 10.
Barruffe, Mary, homemaker. Feb. 26, 1959, p. 50.
Bartleman, Herbert Charles, auto dealer. Aug. 20, 1959, p. 47.
Bartlemann, Emma S., homemaker. Oct. 29, 1959, p. 58.
Bartolotti, Angelo, plasterer. July 9, 1959, p. 10.
Baruffi, Mrs. Roberta H., homemaker. June 4, 1959, p. 54.
Baskes, Mrs. Leah, homemaker. May 7, 1959, p. 5.
Baughman, Mrs. Nellie May, homemaker. Nov. 26, 1959, p. 8.
Beardsley, Mrs. Otis L., homemaker. May 7, 1959, p. 5.
Beaudin, Mitchell H., landscape architect. Jan. 22, 1959, p. 43.
Becker, Louis R., vice president: Ekco Products Co. May 7, 1959, p. 7.
Becker, Mrs. Richard N., teacher. Dec. 3, 1959, p. 8.
Bell, Margaret A., homemaker. Jan. 29, 1959, p. 42.
Belmonte, Mrs. Louis, homemaker. Apr. 2, 1959, p. 66.
Benson, Mrs. Botilda, homemaker. Oct. 29, 1959, p. 58.
Beneventi, Angelo. Oct. 29, 1959, p. 58.
Benvenuti, Caesar J. June 4, 1959, p. 54.
Bingham, Carl G., president: Sam'l Bingham's Sons Mfg. Co., July 30, 1959, p. 50.
Biondi, Mrs. Domenica, homemaker. Nov. 19, 1959, p. 10.
Blackburn, Leslie A. Dec. 31, 1959, p. 8.
Bowes, Jerome P. Jr., insurance agent. Feb. 12, 1959, p. 41.
Brackin, Ernest Elisha. Nov. 19, 1959, p. 10.
Brackin, Mrs. Ernest, homemaker. Feb. 19, 1959, p. 7.
Brady, Mrs. Anna, homemaker. July 16, 1959, p. 10.
Brons, Mrs. Anna, homemaker. Nov. 19, 1959, p. 10.
Brush, Albert D., Abbott Lab. executive. Oct. 29, 1959, p. 58.
Byfield, Arthur F., M.D. May 7, 1959, p. 5.
Byrne, James L., architectural engineer. Nov. 12, 1959, p. 7.
Cardinale, Mrs. Maria, homemaker. Feb. 26, 1959, p. 7.
Carleton, Miss Jennie, teacher. July 16, 1959, p. 10.
Cawood, William H. Mar. 12, 1959, p. 86.
Childs, Mrs. George W., homemaker. July 2, 1959, p. 50.
Clarke, James O., director: Food and Drug Administration. July 16, 1959, p. 10.
Crowley, Edmund L., service station operator. Jan. 1, 1959, p. 22.
Churchill, Carl E., child. Jan. 15, 1959, p. 10.
Ciocci, Adolph, laborer. Feb. 26, 1959, p. 7.
Clemens, Benjamin F. Dec. 10, 1959, p. 7.
Cousens, Richard Stephen, student. Dec. 10, 1959, p. 7.
Cuffey, William Henry. Jan. 29, 1959, p. 42.
Culver, Norman Madden. Sept. 3, 1959, p. 45.
DeGiacento, Eugene, N. Shore Gas Co. employee. Jan. 22, 1959, p. 43.
DeGiacinto (sic), Victor, landscape gardener. July 9, 1959, p. 10.
Denzel, Robert E., owner: Highland Park Fuel Co. Sept. 17, 1959, p. 4.
DeVanna, Mrs. Mary, homemaker. July 16, 1959, p. 10.
DeWitt, Mrs. Richard D., Illinois Bell employee. Jan. 8, 1959, p. 32.
DiFilippi, Alfonso, plumber. Apr. 16, 1959, p. 10.
Digani, Alfonso C., construction laborer. June 11, 1959, p. 52.
Ditmer, Miss Lula, cook. Dec. 10, 1959, p. 7.
Dressler, Myles H., Western Union supervisor. Aug. 20, 1959, p. 47.
Drew, William, technician: Kleinschmidt Laboratories. Mar. 5, 1959, p. 10.
Ellis, Claude, president: Ellis Heating Co. Feb. 12, 1959, p. 41.
Eyler, Godfrey John, ad salesman. Nov. 5, 1959, p. 8.
Fay, Joseph M., Sun-Times editor. Jan. 1, 1959, p. 9.
Fidder, Mrs. Dorothy L., homemaker. Feb. 26, 1959, p. 50.
Firestone, Mrs. Bernard, homemaker. May 7, 1959, p. 7.
Flinn, Raymond W., architect. Aug. 20, 1959, p. 47.
Frantonius, Elizabeth Kay, child. Nov. 12, 1959, p. 7.
Freberg, Berndt, livery stable operator, golf course superintendent. Nov. 26, 1959, p. 8.
Fredrickson, Ragnar N., mason contractor. July 9, 1959, p. 10.
Friedman, Mrs. Libby, homemaker. Nov. 12, 1959, p. 7.
Froberg, Earl, decorator. Nov. 5, 1959, p. 8.
Gall, Lawrence H. Oct. 22, 1959,p. 6.
Garrity, Mary Agnes. Jan. 22, 1959, p. 43.
Garver, Ross Jr., retired U.S. Army officer. Feb. 26, 1959, p. 7.
Gerken, Willis F., mail carrier. Aug. 13, 1959, p. 46.
Giacobazzi, Anton, landscape gardener, Jan. 8, 1959, p. 32.
Gibson, Mrs. Gladys, homemaker. Mar. 12, 1959, p. 86.
Gilbert, Arthur, president: Grayleigh Sportwear Co., Sept. 3, 1959, p. 45.
Gordon, Hattie Bell, homemaker. May 21, 1959, p. 7.
Gotaas, Birger, construction worker. Aug. 20, 1959, p. 47.
Gotschall, Donald, businessman. Feb. 5, 1959, p. 4.
Grasshandler, Jed, infant. Aug. 20, 1959, p. 47.
Grimson, Mrs. Euphemia, homemaker. Sept. 10, 1959, p. 10.
Hanauer, Richard E. July 23, 1959, p. 50.
Hangren, Raymond B., construction worker. Aug. 13, 1959, p. 46.
Harkness, Dr. Carlton A. Sept. 3,1959, p. 45.
Harza, Zelma D. H., horticulturist. Jan. 1, 1959, p. 22.
Hatowski, Myer J., attorney. Feb. 19, 1959, p. 7.
Hills, Eleanor, homemaker. Sept. 24, 1959, p. 9.
Howk, Marlowe, railroad conductor. Sept. 24, 1959, p. 9.
Ifversen, Carl, landscape gardener. Dec. 10, 1959, p. 7.
Jenks, M/Sgt. Frank E. Jr., U.S. Marine. Oct. 15, 1959, p. 8.
Jeppersen, Nels C., carpenter. Dec. 3, 1959, p. 8.
Juenger, Mrs. Henry L., homemaker. Sept. 10, 1959, p. 10.
Juhrend, Mrs. Amelia, homemaker. Sept. 10, 1959, p. 10 & Sept. 17, p. 22.
Kay, Michel, furniture refinisher. Aug. 13, 1959, p. 46.
Keare, Mary C., homemaker. Sept. 24, 1959, p. 9.
Kington, Randall, radio announcer Randy Kent. Oct. 15, 1959, p. 8.
Knapp, Nina M., homemaker. Feb. 26, 1959, p. 7.
Koppelman, Frances S., homemaker. Dec. 17, 1959, p. 8.
Kuehne, Fred, WW II veteran. Feb. 26, 1959, p. 50.
Laegeler, Mrs. Sarah V., homemaker. July 16, 1959, p. 10.
Land, Frank A., president: Triner Sales Co. Sept. 10, 1959, p. 34.
Larson, Mrs. Albert, homemaker. June 25, 1959, p. 43.
Larson, Miss Ruby, bookkeeper. Oct. 15, 1959, p. 8.
Lazzaretti, Mateo. Oct. 22, 1959, p. 6.
Ledbetter, William E., vice-president: Shannon & Assoc. Feb. 19, 1959, p. 7.
Leesman, Elmer Martin, attorney. July 30, 1959, p. 50.
Lewis, Albert Allan, realtor. Feb. 12, 1959, p. 41.
Loeb, Edward, president: Hillman's Inc. Oct. 29, 1959, p. 58.
Loewenstein, Aline, homemaker. Sept. 24, 1959, p. 9.
Ludlow, Mrs. Katherine, homemaker. Nov. 19, 1959, p. 10.
McGeehan, Martin J., sales executive: American Broadcasting Co. Aug. 20, 1959, p. 47.
McMahon, Joseph Delhaye, teacher. Jan. 1, 1959, p. 22.
McMillan, Mrs. Ann M., homemaker. Feb. 5, 1959, p. 50.
McNeill, James W., meat dept. manager for A & P. Dec. 31, 1959, p. 8.
Maes, Peter, stock broker. Jan. 8, 1959, p. 32
Maitland, John, building contractor. Feb. 19, 1959, p. 7.
Manfredini, Mrs. Virginia, homemaker. July 16, 1959, p. 10.
Masini, Louis, superintendent: Highwood Water Dept. Mar. 5, 1959, p. 10.
Menkey, Mrs. Mathilde Derge, homemaker. June 4, 1959, p. 54.
Mett, Reinhold C., buyer for: Butler Bros. Merchandising House. Sept. 3, 1959, p. 10.
Meyer, Mary Anne, child. Sept. 3, 1959, p. 45.
Niebuhr, Mrs. Emma, homemaker. Dec. 17, 1959, p. 8.
Miller, Frank J., electrician. Sept. 10, 1959, p. 10.
Mills, Ellsworth L., business executive. Dec. 10, 1959, p. 7.
Mitchell, Ellrud, vice president: Fullerton Steel & Wire Co. Apr. 9, 1959, p. 66.
Morris, Aubrey G. S., insurance agent. Mar. 19, 1959, p. 8.
Morris, Robert H., manager: Ponderosa Pine Woodwork Assn. Oct. 22, 1959, p. 6.
Mott, Mrs. Virginia, homemaker. Jan. 22, 1959, p. 43.
Muller, Frank. Oct. 22, 1959, p. 6.
Musil, Charles, circulation worker: Chicago Tribune. Jan. 22, 1959, p. 43.
Neild, Joseph A., owner: Neild Sport Shop. Aug. 6, 1959, p. 43.
Nelson, Bror Malte, Feb. 26, 1959, p. 50.
Nicholas, William W. Feb. 26, 1959, p. 50.
Noerenberg, Frederick C., construction contractor; built Ft. Sheridan tower and barracks. Sept. 3, 1959, p. 10.
O'Keffe, Mike, surveyor. June 25, 1959, p. 43.
Olsen, Mrs. Thomasina Shelton, homemaker. Jan. 15, 1959, p. 10.
Oweiss, Walter C., sales representative. July 30, 1959, p. 50.
Palmieri, Elvio, construction worker. Aug. 6, 1959, p. 43.
Parenti, Mrs. Mary, homemaker. Aug. 20, 1959, p. 47.
Parry, Daniel, insurance agent. Feb. 5, 1959, p. 50.
Passuelo, Frank, engineer, HP Hospital. Jan. 1, 1959, p. 22.
Pearce, Henry J., painter. May 7, 1959, p. 5.
Pearson, Alice Marie, homemaker. Sept. 17, 1959, p. 22.
Pellegrino, Mrs. Santa, homemaker. Jan. 29, 1959, p. 42.
Perry, David L., highway construction worker. Oct. 8, 1959,p. 66.
Perry, Lt. William, HP firefighter. Jan. 1, 1959, p. 3.
Peterson, Mrs. Clara, homemaker. Nov. 26, 1959, p. 8.
Peterson, Mildred H., homemaker. July 16, 1959, p. 10 & July 23, p. 50.
Picchietti, John, owner: DBA Products, Inc. Jan. 29, 1959, p. 3.
Piersen, Benjamin G., realtor. Apr. 16, 1959, p. 10.
Ralph, William, Sr., farmer, livery stable owner. Sept. 17, 1959, p. 22.
Redmond, Mrs. Della, homemaker. Oct. 22, 1959, p. 6.
Reilly, Miss Caroline I., pioneer suffragette. Feb. 5, 1959, p. 50.
Rice, Alexander C., Sr. May 7, 1959, p. 7.
Riddle, William H., president: Riddle Michaels Co. Feb. 5, 1959, p. 50.
Rieser, Leonard M. attorney, chairman of first HP zoning board. Mar. 12, 1959, p. 86 and Mar. 19, 1959, p. 8.
Robertson, Dr. Sylvan, internist, chief of medicine, H. P. Hospital. Dec. 10, 1959, p. 7.
Robinson, John W. July 16, 1959, p. 10.
Rollery, Lazzaro, grocer. Nov. 5, 1959, p. 8.
Ronzani, Anthony, construction contractor. June 18, 1959, p. 58.
Roscher, Mrs. Virginia, homemaker. Mar. 12, 1959, p. 86.
Roske, Christian. July 2, 1959, p. 50.
Rossetter, George W., accountant. Sept. 24, 1959, p. 9.
Rudolph, Martha Antoinette, homemaker. Jan. 1, 1959, p. 9.
Ruffolo, Floyd, landscape gardener. Dec. 17, 1959, p. 6.
Ryder, William C. engineer: Skokie Valley Laundry. Sept. 17, 1959, p. 22.
Saielli, Robert. July 16, 1959, p. 10.
Salamon, William. July 23, 1959, p. 50.
Salbego, Terry Alan, infant. June 11, 1959, p. 52.
Saltzman, Dr. Nathan. Dec. 17, 1959, p. 8.
Santi, Isaia, founder: Santi Brothers Dairy. Feb. 26, 1959, p. 7.
Schiff, Bernard C., attorney. Dec. 17, 1959, p. 8.
Schulte, Mrs. Margaret, homemaker. Nov. 26, 1959, p. 8.
Shawcroft, Mrs. Lottie, homemaker. Apr. 23, 1959, p. 54.
Sherwin, Raymond F., executive: Chicago Hardware Foundry. Mar. 12, 1959, p. 86.
Silvestrini, Giacomo (James), landscape gardener. July 2, 1959, p. 50.
Skrinar, Steve. June 18, 1959, p. 58.
Smith, Dallas. Apr. 9, 1959, p. 66.
Smith, Stella, homemaker. Feb. 12, 1959, p. 41.
Snobble, John Ernest. Jan. 15, 1959, p. 10.
Solomon, Clara K., homemaker. Aug. 20, 1959, p. 47.
Solomon, Raymond, vice-president: Forse Corp. Jan. 22, 1959, p. 43.
Sonza-Novera, Mrs. Peter, homemaker. Feb. 5, 1959, p. 50.
Sorenson, Lorina Hansen, homemaker. Apr. 16, 1959, p. 10.
Spahr, Robert J. Sept. 3, 1959, p. 45.
Spangler, Marguerite V., homemaker. Dec. 3, 1959, p. 8.
Stein, L. M. Feb. 12, 1959, p. 41
Stein, Lawrence M. manufacturer sewing machines. Feb. 19, 1959, p. 7.
Stern, David B., partner: Schumaker, Gilmore, Van Ness & Stern. June 25, 1959, p. 43.
Sternfeld, Mrs. Florence M., homemaker. Jan. 15, 1959, p. 10.
Strang, William Stanley, Public Service officer. Jan. 1, 1959, p. 9.
Stranger, Mrs. Emilie, homemaker. Oct. 29, 1959, p. 58.
Street, John Paterson, president: R.R. Street & Co. Oct. 22, 1959, p. 6.
Studney, Josef, U.S. Army Band member. Jan. 1, 1959, p. 22.
Sullivan, Daniel F., Sr., Bowman Dairy employee. Aug. 27, 1959, p. 50.
Sutherland, Mrs. Edith V., homemaker. May 21, 1959, p. 7.
Swanson, Sture. Feb. 26, 1959, p. 7.
Tazzioli, Albert Joseph, landscape gardener. Nov. 19, 1959, p . 10.
Thorson, Charles B., carpenter. Nov. 26, 1959, p. 8.
Tomajan, Mrs. Libbie I., homemaker. Jan. 8, 1959, p. 32.
Tomei, Louigi. Mar. 26, 1959, p. 50.
Toni, Domenico, landscape gardener. June 25, 1959, p. 43.
Tribolt, Arthur F. Sept. 3, 1959, p. 45.
Ugolini, Mrs. Fausta, homemaker. Oct. 15, 1959, p. 8.
Varley, Albert, book buyer. Oct. 22, 1959, p. 6.
Vetter, Mrs. Olga H., homemaker. Nov. 26, 1959, p. 8.
Volney, Mrs. Rose, homemaker. May 14, 1959, p. 8.
Warner, Raymond Curtis, sales engineer, vice-pres.: M. H. Detrick Co. Sept. 17, 1959, p. 22.
Warren, Mrs. Harry C., homemaker. Aug. 13, 1959, p. 46.
Weil, Mrs. Richard H., homemaker. May 14, 1959, p. 8.
Welsh, Thomas E., former mayor: Highwood, IL. May 14, 1959, p. 8.
Wenninger, Mrs. Jean, homemaker. Aug. 6, 1959, p. 43.
Whitfield, Malcolm H., auditor: Shell Oil Co. Jan. 29, 1959, p. 42.
Winker, Harry, U.S. Army M/Sgt. Nov. 5, 1959, p. 8.
Wolterding, Richard A., product engineer-design: Kimberly-Clark. Nov. 26, 1959, p. 8..
Wyles, Tom, industrialist. June 25, 1959, p. 43.
Yager, Miss Catherine. Sept. 10, 1959, p. 34.
Yoo, Miss Charlotte Woodbridge. Aug. 20, 1959, p. 47.
Yopung, Louise Atkinson, homemaker. Dec. 10, 1959, p. 7.
Yudinsky, Mrs. Marie M., homemaker. July 9, 1959, p. 10.
Zahnle, George, Highland Park Street Dept. worker. Aug. 20, 1959, p. 47.
Zigman, Mark, child. July 2, 1959, p. 50.
PARKING
Jan. Further discussion on Ravinia parking lot. Jan. 15, 1959, p. 5.
Feb. Ravinia parking lot decision applauded. Feb. 12, 1959, p. 5.
May Off street parking plan to cost estimated $890,000. May 7, 1959, p. 4.
Drivers cautioned to prevent mishaps in angle parking. May 7, 1959, p. 13.
Park district beach parking adds 100 cars. May 14, 1959, p. 3.
July Council reverses itself on Ravine Dr. parking. July 16, 1959, p. 3.
Clear lot for 60 parking spaces. July 23, 1959, p. 3.
Parking lot proposals. Map. July 30, 1959, p. 15.
Aug. Parking prohibited from County Line Rd. to Cedar on Sheridan. Aug. 20, 1959, p. 3.
New parking regulations on twenty-one streets. Aug. 27, 1959, p. 5.
PARKS AND RECREATION
Feb. Two commissioners of Park District to be elected. Feb. 5, 1959, p. 3.
Edward J. Brown retires as Park superintendent. Feb. 5, 1959, p. 4.
Recreation Dept. seeks tax rate increase. Feb. 12, 1959, p. 3.
Local parks, recreation and schools are trio-topic of League's workshop. Feb. 19, 1959, p. 4.
$175,000 bond issue sought by Park District. Feb. 19, 1959, p. 5.
Four candidates file for park positions. Feb. 26, 1959, p. 3.
Mar. Park district maintains 256 open acres of land. Mar. 12, 1959, p. 32.
Recreation head to talk tonight on referendum. Mar. 26, 1959, p. 5.
Apr. HP population growth points up need to expand city's recreation program. Apr. 9, 1959, p. 5.
Recreation Dept. asks approval of new tax rates. Apr. 16, 1959, p. 3.
Art Olson gets National Recreation award. Apr. 16, 1959, p. 5.
Park vote canvass. Apr. 16, 1959, p. 7.
Weil, Inman, Kaye seated on Park Bd. Apr. 16, 1959, p. 10.
Rec Department invites public to open house. Apr. 23, 1959, p. 42.
May Commissioners probe problems of pool building. May 7, 1959, p. 3.
Park district gets set for fun in the sun. May 28, 1959, p. 5.
June Wm. G. Sheahen new president of Park Board. June 18, 1959, p. 3.
Park Board OK's "caddyettes" on golf course. June 18, 1959, p. 4.
Highland Park summer recreation program covers all age groups. June 18, 1959, p. 11.
1st National Bank of Chicago gets Park bonds sale. June 25, 1959, p. 3.
"Caddyettes" director hired by Park Board. June 25, 1959, p. 4.
July Park Board may look for a new swim pool site. July 16, 1959, p. 3.
Aug. Park district plans better parking, patio. Aug. 13, 1959, p. 5.
Sept. Monday is first registration date for children's classes at Rec Center. Sept. 24, 1959, p. 11.
Oct. Ask Park Board to aid 'Arbor Day' program. Oct. 15, 1959, p. 3
Nov. Recreation Center needs volunteers to man services. Nov. 12, 1959, p. 34.
Dec. Resident E. Mandel donates use of greenhouse to Park District. Dec. 3, 1959, p. 3.
Court Ave. group petitions Park Bd. for alternate entrance to gold course. Dec. 17, 1959, p. 3.
PEASE, ROBERT W., Pharmacist 1908-1959
When Robert W. Pease retires, an era ends. Dec. 31, 1959, p. 5.
PHOTOGRAPHERS/PHOTOGRAPHS
Large scale aerial photos of property available in July. June 18, 1959, p. 3.
PHYSICIANS
Dr. Sidney Kaplan heads Lake County Medical Society. Jan. 15, 1959, p. 5.
"PIONEER TO COMMUTER”, History of Highland Park
Rotary says HP history book almost sold out. Feb. 26, 1959, p. 4.
RAILROADS
Fort Sheridan station due for remodeling job. Aug. 6, 1959, p. 3.
Wrecking crew begins demolition of Fort Sheridan station. Aug. 13, 1959, p. 6.
Washington, D. C. hearing is next step to keep N. S. Line running. Sept. 24, 1959, p. 3.
ICC examiner recommends North Shore Line be allowed to abandon operation. Oct. 22, 1959, p. 3.
Nov. 18 next date in North Shore battle. Nov. 5, 1959, p. 3.
Railroad crossing to be smoother. (Central Ave.) Nov. 26, 1959, p. 3.
Illinois Commission nixes North Shore plea. Dec. 3, 1959, p. 3.
RAVINIA
Questions on 'future face of Ravinia 1969' confront Schlossman. Apr. 9, 1959, p. 5.
RAVINIA FESTIVAL
Jan. Ravinia shatters precedent in plan for summer. Jan. 22, 1959, p. 4.
Feb. Ravinia makes new agreement with musicians. Feb. 5, 1959, p. 3.
Apr. Pierre Monteux to open Ravinia season on June 30. Apr. 9, 1959, p. 7.
Contributions to Ravinia Guaranty Fund are on rise. Apr. 16, 1959, p. 47.
Ravinia Festival Art Exhibit opens July 4. Apr. 23, 1959, p. 18.
June Mayor salutes Ravinia Festival - cites prestige it brings to city. June 11, 1959, p. 4.
Ravinia curtain to rise at 8:30 Tuesday. June 25, 1959, p. 4.
July 4800 concert-goers attend Ravinia Festival opening. July 9, 1959, p. 26.
Firkusny stars with Chavez, Mexican conductor at Ravinia. July 16, 1959, p. 7.
Ravinia attendance hits all-time high. July 30, 1959, p. 3.
Nov. Ravinia guarantors receive part refunds. Nov. 12, 1959, p. 5.
REAL ESTATE
Special Section. Oct. 8, 1959, following p. 35.
Highland Park, Lake Forest, Deerfield, Lake Bluff building to set new record in 1959. Oct. 8, 1959, p. 35.
Home building up in local area. Oct. 8, 1959,p. 35.
RESCUES
Firefighter Lt. William Perry dies following heroic rescue. Jan. 1, 1959, p. 3.
ROADS AND STREETS
Jan. State four-lane highway through Highland Park listed as project. Jan. 15, 1959, p. 4.
Feb. Salt fault caused by snow flow. Feb. 5, 1959, p. 10.
Freeze-thaw cycle fractures city budget. Feb. 26, 1959, p. 5.
Apr. Council checks Ridge, Skokie sites. Apr. 9, 1959, p. 3.
Tollway decides to name restaurants. Apr. 9, 1959, p. 30.
Discuss paving. Apr. 16, 1959, p. 58.
Wilmot Road paving levy is defeated. Apr. 23, 1959, p. 3.
May Council upholds recommendation to hold Clavey-Edens area A-1. May 7, 1959, p. 3.
Subdivision street paving before council. May 14, 1959, p. 3.
Egandale Rd. residents protest road opening. (to beach) May 21, 1959, p. 3.
June Egandale Rd. opening issue to circuit court, temporary injunction is filed against city. June 11, 1959, p. 3.
Residents crowd city hall for road meeting; Compere requests $1,000,000 bond. June 18, 1959, p. 3.
July Egandale Rd. case may take a year. July 9, 1959, p. 4.
Sept. City taking bids for paving Central Ct. Sept. 17, 1959, p. 5.
Nov. Subdivision (Woodridge) says paving costs too high. Nov. 19, 1959, p. 3.
Engineering study of Laurel Ave. by-pass OK'd. Nov. 26, 1959, p. 5.
Dec. Mayor to contact governor on overpass. Dec. 17, 1959, p. 5.
Deerfield overpass approaches reality. Dec. 24, 1959, p. 3.
Highland Park furthers study on Laurel Ave. Dec. 31, 1959, p. 3.
SAFETY
Jan. Residents attend city safety meeting. Jan. 8, 1959, p. 3.
No-Acs safety sticker presented to high school drivers last week. Jan. 15, 1959, p. 48.
Feb. Citizens' Safety Council to plan year's program. Feb. 26, 1959, p. 5.
Mar. Jaycee 'Kiddie Safety Program' wins state acclaim. Mar. 12, 1959, p. 14B.
Apr. Sponsors ready plans for vehicle safety check here. Apr. 2, 1959, p. 7.
Vehicle safety check report is made. Apr. 16, 1959, p. 58.
May Police and PTA inspect bicycles. May 7, 1959, p. 4.
Bike clinics, safety assemblies highlight school safety program. May 14, 1959, p. 44.
Safety Commission announces 'Courteous driver of month' plan. May 28, 1959, p. 3.
June City installs new crossing markers. June 18, 1959, p. 4.
Sept. School bus safety tips are outlined. Sept. 10, 1959, p. 8.
New fire alarm system gives 8 schools 'extra' protection. Sept. 10, 1959, p. 3.
Schools install safety facilities. Sept. 24, 1959, p. 3
Oct. Red Oak School principal leads 5 safety assemblies for students. Oct. 8, 1959, p. 32.
Nov. Safety groups meet city officials here Wednesday. Nov. 26, 1959, p. 3.
Dec. City ranks in top 5% for population group in 1958 safety activities inventory. Dec. 10, 1959, p. 4.
A safety film, defensive driving, offered to groups. Dec. 10, 1959, p. 5.
SCHOOL BUSES
School bus safety tips are outlined. Sept. 10, 1959, p. 8.
SCHOOLS
Jan. School boundary changes studied by joint committee. Jan. 8, 1959, p. 3.
Mar. History of local schools. Mar. 12, 1959, p. 37--
Apr. First grade - time of wonder and delight. Photos. Apr. 30, 1959, p. 26.
June School alarm panel installed at fire station. June 4, 1959, p. 3.
Parochial school (Immaculate Conception) plans to build 12 classrooms. June 18, 1959, p. 35.
July Local schools file state claims, transportation aid. July 23, 1959, p. 4.
Aug. Immaculate Conception adds twelve classrooms. Aug. 20, 1959, p. 8.
Sept. New fire alarm system gives 8 schools 'extra' protection. Sept. 10, 1959, p. 3.
Schools install safety facilities. Sept. 24, 1959, p. 3.
Oct. 9,271 elementary students in area of High School District 113. Oct. 22, 1959, p. 30.
Home instruction keeps freshman with classes. Oct. 29, 1959, p. 17.
Nov. St. James pupils in own school. Nov. 26, 1959, p. 3.
Dec. School boards hold report session at high school. Photos. Dec. 17, 1959, p. 42.
SCHOOLS-DISTRICT 106
District 106 to vote Saturday on $75,000 school addition. Feb. 19, 1959, p. 3.
106 voters OK $75,000 issue. Feb. 26, 1959, p. 3.
Bannockburn addition, School District 106, scheduled to be completed this fall. July 23, 1959, p. 5.
SCHOOLS-DISTRICT 107
Two proposals go before 107 voters April 11. Mar. 26, 1959, p. 3.
107 voters approved bond issue, rate hike Saturday. Apr. 16, 1959, p. 3.
School District 107 lists 14 new teachers. Aug. 27, 1959, p. 22.
Green Bay Road School. Photos. Oct. 8, 1959, p. 30.
Eighth grade students spend holiday in Washington. Dec. 17, 1959, p. 44.
SCHOOLS-DISTRICT 108
Mrs. Goelzer, Anspach are nominated, 108 caucus unit. Feb. 19, 1959, p. 3.
School District 108 moves to secure teachers' pay fund. May 7, 1959, p. 4.
School District 108 board, residents meet tonight. May 21, 1959, p. 3
26 new teachers report for in-service. Aug. 27, 1959, p. 6.
SCHOOLS-DISTRICT 109
School District 109 sets referendum for added rooms. May 21, 1959, p. 3.
District 109 referendum carries, 4-1. June 11, 1959, p. 5.
School District 109 readies for fall. July 23, 1959, p. 50.
Referendum to purchase land goes before Dist. 109 Nov. 14. Oct. 22, 1959, p. 5.
Deerfield schools ask $115,000 for land site. Nov. 12, 1959, p. 3.
Deerfield schools ask for $195,000. Dec. 10, 1959, p. 4.
SCHOOLS-DISTRICT 111
Feb. 'Northwood School' is name selected by Dist. 111 board. Feb. 5, 1959, p. 5.
Five candidates file for District 111 education board. Feb. 19, 1959, p. 3.
Mar. Oak Terrace students tumble for parents. Photos. Mar. 26, 1959, p. 27.
Apr. Ground is broken for Northwood School. Apr. 16, 1959, p. 7.
July Construction on schedule at new school. July 23, 1959, p. 4.
Aug. All but one teaching position filled at School District 111. Aug. 20, 1959, p. 5.
Three lots given for school site purchased by donor. Aug. 27, 1959, p. 3.
Oct. Dr. R. D. Russell named assistant to Wayne Thomas. Oct. 22, 1959, p. 4.
Oak Terrace, Thomas PTA members to count children. Oct. 29, 1959, p. 5.
School District no. 111 names citizens' council on teachers. Oct. 29, 1959, p. 58.
Nov. Area real estate taxes subject for Old Elm. Nov. 19, 1959, p. 33.
Dec. Northwood Jr. High will open Jan. 4. Dec. 17, 1959, p. 4.
Waller succeeds Neteland at Northwood Jr. High. Dec. 17, 1959, p. 5.
District 111 has federal approval for construction. Dec. 31, 1959, p. 3.
SCHOOLS-DISTRICT 113 - Highland Park High School
Jan. Candidates for HPHS board to be named Jan. 11. Jan. 1, 1959, p. 3.
Ground broken for high school business building. Jan. 15, 1959, p. 10.
Stunkel named principal of Vine Ave. high school. Jan. 22, 1959, p. 3.
Feb. Caucus committee names 2 candidates to high school board. Feb. 12, 1959, p. 6.
Mar. American Government Day elections held February 25. Mar. 5, 1959, p. 4.
Honor code is enacted at high school. Mar. 5, 1959, p. 27. Photos.
Second district high school may receive name by ballot. Mar. 26, 1959, p. 5.
Twelve high school students win state scholarship awards. Mar. 26, 1959, p. 8.
Harvard invites A.E. Wolters to attend education seminar. Mar. 26, 1959, p. 12.
Apr. Elect Mrs. Tibbetts Dist. 113 president. Apr. 16, 1959, p. 3.
HP Student Union to hold first event, open house, at Recreation Center May 9. Apr. 30, 1959, p. 13.
May Tomorrow - HPHS spring concert. May 7, 1959, p. 15.
Libakken reports new vista in education to HPHS board. May 14, 1959, p. 3.
High school board gets nine bids for building new school. May 28, 1959, p. 5.
June School Board 113 discusses new building budget; accepts Duffy bid. June 4, 1959, p. 4.
School board gets bids on gas, fuel oil, coal for year. June 11, 1959, p. 4.
Break ground for second high school in District 113. Photo. June 25, 1959, p. 5.
Fuel oil, gas bids accepted by board of School District 113. June 25, 1959, p. 10.
Second high school will look like this. (architect's drawing) June 25, 1959, p. 15.
Seven say name of second high school is unimportant. June 25, 1959, p. 38.
July Dist. 113 board acts Monday on budget at public hearing. July 9, 1959, p. 7.
District 113 board reports progress in building of second high school. July 16, 1959, p. 7.
$2,250 building fee levied on high school. July 30, 1959, p. 3.
Aug. More students eligible for bus rides. Aug. 6, 1959, p. 3.
HP High School hires 23 new teachers. Aug. 6, 1959, p. 5.
Remodeling begun at HP High School. Aug. 6, 1959, p. 13.
House to come down by board order. Aug. 13, 1959, p. 3.
High school administration office sets scheduled stops for buses. Aug. 13, 1959, p. 28.
School District 113 will hold entrance exams. Aug. 13, 1959, p. 36.
Dist. 113 residents to ballott (sic) on name for 2nd high school. Aug. 20, 1959, p. 7.
Financial statement for 1958-59: District 113. Aug. 20, 1959, p. 29.
Sept. Township High School Dist. 113 has 23 new teachers on staff. Sept. 3, 1959, p. 16.
2,250 students enrolled at high school. Sept. 10, 1959, p. 50.
Oct. District high school seniors win National Honor awards. Oct. 8, 1959, p. 15.
High school enrollment hits high mark. Oct. 8, 1959, p. 15.
Site development plans for new school underway. Photo. Oct. 8, 1959, p. 32.
13 high school district students are National Merit semifinalists. Oct. 15, 1959, p. 4.
Illinois Education Association North Lake Division to meet here. Oct. 15, 1959, p. 6.
This project is right on schedule - high school No. 2. Oct. 15, 1959, p. 54.
School District 113 tells appointment of police messenger. Oct. 22, 1959, p. 5.
9,271 elementary school student in area of High School District 113. Oct. 22, 1959, p. 30.
Begin plans Sunday for election of 3 to Highland Park High board. Oct. 29, 1959, p. 5.
How do you teach English? School board receives new ideas. Oct. 19, 1959, p. 10.
Nov. Plan dedication of new high school; it's Dec. 11, 1960 - Dist. 113 board. Nov. 19, 1959, p. 5.
High school girls offered 15 sports through physical ed program. Nov. 19, 1959, p. 65.
Board OK's name Deerfield High School. Nov. 26, 1959, p. 3.
Skokie Highway is attendance dividing line for Dist. 113. Nov. 26, 1959, p. 3.
High school named in nation's best. Nov. 26, 1959, p. 3.
Adcraft students learn how NEWS is printed. Photos. Nov. 26, 1959, p. 10.
Nine Highland Park teachers assigned to new high school. Nov. 26, 1959, p. 41.
Dec. Caucus committee calls open meeting Jan. 10 to name School District 113 candidates. Dec. 3, 1959, p. 4.
Three factors influenced naming new school Deerfield High School. Dec. 3, 1959, p. 4.
High School Board hears progress report on special phases of Mathematics Dept. Dec. 3, 1959, p. 14.
Board to discuss new school before PTA group. Dec. 17, 1959, p. 5.
National Merit Corporation commends 46 HPHS students. Dec. 17, 1959, p. 34.
Four added to high school faculty. Dec. 17, 1959, p. 47.
District 113 selects three candidates Jan. 10. Dec. 31, 1959, p. 4.
Former Highland Park students return for informative meets. Dec. 31, 1959, p. 5.
SENIOR CITIZENS
Villa St. Cyril is participating in geriatrics research program. Mar. 12, 1959, p. 36.
Young club for older adults plans 'The Spring Splurge'. Apr. 30, 1959, p. 28.
North Shore committee on older adult sponsors fund-raising project. May 14, 1959, p. 23.
Senior Center will benefit from ‘Meet Spring Tour’. May 21, 1959, p. 21.
Senior citizens will be guests at garden party. Aug. 20, 1959, p. 18A.
Senior Center sets up monthly program. Oct. 8, 1959, p. 34.
Highland Parkers help with program on understanding the process of aging. Oct. 29, 1959, p. 4.
Villa St. Cyril senior residents join fun. Nov. 5, 1959, p. 50.
Brownie Troop 61 sings for Villa St. Cyril. Dec. 3, 1959, p. 38.
SEWER SYSTEMS
Lake Bluff firm selected for work on Division "C" sewer expansion. Apr. 2, 1959, p. 3.
Highland Park may trim items on sewer project. July 23, 1959, p. 3.
Half million dollar contract to Thumm Co. July 30, 1959, p. 5
County Line property owners to elect ditch commissioners. Aug. 13, 1959, p. 4.
City's sanitary sewer project near completion. Sept. 17, 1959, p. 3.
Hearings held on 2 extensions for HP sanitary sewer system. Nov. 5, 1959, p. 3.
Sanitary District receives grant for sewer interceptor. Nov. 12, 1959, p. 4.
SHOPPING CENTERS
Jan. Zoning committee sets hearing for Clavey shop center. Jan. 15, 1959, p. 3.
Report favors shopping center. Jan. 29, 1959, p. 3.
Mar. Two shopping centers win council vote. Mar. 5, 1959, p. 3.
Highland Park to get $2 million shopping center. Mar. 19, 1959, p. 3.
May Singer Shopping Center approved. May 7, 1959, p. 3.
July Start work on $934,000 shopping center buildings. July 30, 1959, p. 5.
Aug. Deerfield Commons nears completion. Aug. 27, 1959, p. 40.
SIDEWALKS
City aid granted for sidewalk to school. Oct. 15, 1959, p. 3.
SPORTS
Country clubs contribute to enjoyment of suburbs. Mar. 12, 1959, p. 14E.
Exmoor earns state curling championship. Mar. 19, 1959, p. 40.
Old Sunset clubhouse torn down. Mar. 26, 1959, p. 3.
Ten teams compete April 1-4 in Little Guys tourney at Highwood. Mar. 26, 1959, p. 3.
Ground broken for the Elms Swim Club. May 14, 1959, p. 7.
Police youth club stages boxing, judo exhibition. May 14, 1959, p. 25.
Local teams battle in tennis league. July 30, 1959, p. 5.
Volunteers needed for Pan American Games rifle-range. Aug. 20, 1959, p. 5.
Edward Weeks serves Pan Am in 2 capacities. Aug. 27, 1959, p. 5.
It’s boccie ball, ever-new game. Photos. Oct. 29, 1959, p. 40.
SUBDIVISIONS
Subdivision variations are reviewed. Nov. 26, 1959,p. 4.
SURVEYS
Ford Grant survey being conducted here. Feb. 26, 1959, p. 6.
SWIMMING POOLS
The Elms Swim Club opens for preview July 25-26. July 23, 1959, p. 4.
Approve twin pool plan for Highland Park. Oct. 29, 1959, p. 3.
Swimming pools construction to begin. Nov. 19, 1959, p. 4.
TAXATION/TAXES
Apr. Three city tax rates are abated. Apr. 16, 1959, p. 5.
Governments battle late receipts threat. Apr. 16, 1959, p. 31.
Tax multiplier by state might speed bill mailing. Apr. 23, 1959, p. 4.
Average property tax valuation up. 41%. Apr. 30, 1959, p. 3.
July New state law could boost local taxes 10%. July 9, 1959, p. 3.
Aug. Highland Park council passes 1960 tax levy. Aug. 27, 1959, p. 3.
Sept. Highland Parkers' tax bills climb; 31% on average. Sept. 24, 1959, p. 3.
Late tax bills no cause for alarm. Sept 24, 1959, p. 3.
County Civic League reports on possible property tax plusses. Sept. 24, 1959, p. 62.
Oct. Area tax bills on the way. Oct. 15, 1959, p. 3.
No tax 'windfall' for 4 local bodies. Nov. 12, 1959, p. 3.
Area real estate taxes subject for Old Elm. Nov. 19, 1959, p. 33.
Dec. You are cause of high taxes says city manager. Dec. 3, 1959, p. 3.
TEACHERS
Teachers' panel briefs novices on their world. Feb. 26, 1959, p. 5.
Teachers learn more about gifted child in talk here. Sept. 24, 1959, p. 28.
Nine Highland Park teachers assigned to new high school. Nov. 26, 1959, p. 41.
TEENAGERS
City court sets stiff penalty for under-age drivers. Sept. 24, 1959, p. 3.
TELEPHONES
Illinois Bell to build garage. Oct. 15, 1959, p. 5.
Robert E. Johnson new Highland Park phone manager. Nov. 12, 1959, p. 4.
THEATER
Music Theatre, Tenthouse set opening dates. May 28, 1959, p. 4.
First summer play presented at Theatre Under the Stars. June 4, 1959, p. 31.
Highland Parker Richard Thorne directs Theatre Under Stars play. June 11, 1959, p. 24.
Alcyon Theatre starts extensive remodeling plans. Nov. 26, 1959, p. 34.
TRAFFIC
Traffic violations decrease in 1958. Feb. 5, 1959, p. 37.
Traffic record merited 7 National Safety Council awards 1956-1957. Mar. 12, 1959, p. 58.
Traffic a problem 90 years ago. Mar. 12, 1959, p. 76.
Police sound holiday traffic alerts. May 28, 1959, p. 4.
Police patrol holds traffic mishaps down. June 4, 1959, p. 3.
Traffic direction subject of public Highwood hearing. June 25, 1959, p. 3.
Police set up 54-hr. holiday traffic patrol. July 2, 1959, p. 3.
Reverse hasty stop sign action. Aug. 20, 1959, p. 3.
5-prong program can cut traffic accidents. Dec. 10, 1959, p. 3.
Red traffic alert goes into effect at 6 p.m. today. Dec. 24, 1959, p. 3.
TRANSPORTATION
City opposes curb on transport service from airport. Dec. 17, 1959, p. 3.
Limousine service from Chicago to continue - Johnson. Dec. 24, 1959, p. 3.
U. S. ARMY
Officer Lt. Col. Milton Kjorfine retires. July 30, 1959, p. 4.
U.S. POST OFFICE
Postman Elmer A. Therrien retires after 36 years. Sept. 10, 1959, p. 30.
Announce post office hours for Yuletide. Dec. 10, 1959, p. 41.
UTILITIES
Public Service tallies report on larger sales. Oct. 8, 1959, Special Section p. 15.
John W. Evers to retire as Edison prexy. Oct. 29, 1959, p. 4.
VETERANS
Korean veterans can apply for bonus at Legion Monday. Nov. 19, 1959, p. 14.
VOLUNTEERS
Recreation Center needs volunteers to man services. Nov. 12, 1959,p. 34.
WATER
Jan. Highland Park acts now to meet 1965 challenge-program, economic survey begins water improvement. Jan. 15, 1959, p. 29.
Feb. Health Department finds infected well. Feb. 26, 1959, p. 5.
Mar. Water runoff is problem facing sanitary district. Mar. 5, 1959, p. 41.
City plant receives award of merit. Mar. 19, 1959, p. 5.
Apr. Council checks new water tank site. Apr. 2, 1959, p. 3.
Water bills with rate increase sent to northern homes. Apr. 9, 1959, p. 5.
Council passes water revenue law to raise $2 million. Apr. 23, 1959, p. 4.
May Sealed bids on water revenue bonds will be opened May 18 at city hall. May 7, 1959, p. 3.
Council accepts Blythe & Co. water bonds bid. May 21, 1959, p. 4.
June Sprinkling hours. June 11, 1959, p. 3.
Week-end's water emergency may recur. June 25, 1959, p. 3.
Aug. 15 contractors submit bids on HP water facility. Aug. 27, 1959, p. 3.
Sept. Council awards water contract, holds hearing. Sept. 3, 1959, p. 3.
Work begins on west side water reservoir. Sept. 17, 1959, p. 3.
Lawn sprinkling regulations end Monday. Sept. 17, 1959, p. 3.
Oct. City approves water mains for Highmoor. Oct. 8, 1959, p. 3.
Water Department tells home owners how to cut waste. Oct. 8, 1959, p. 48.
Sea wall, reservoir construction under way; includes notch for multiple boat ramp. Oct. 22, 1959, p. 3.
Begin water main project in Highmoor. Oct. 22, 1959, p. 3.
Highland Park councilmen 'see' wall. Photo. Nov. 5, 1959, p. 5.
Bad weather or not -- project goes on. Photo. Nov. 26, 1959, p. 9.
Dec. Highland Park seeks structure, other bids. Dec. 24, 1959, p. 15.
WEATHER
Salt fault caused by snow flow. Feb. 5, 1959, p. 10.
Highland Park muffled in snow blanket. Feb. 5, 1959, p. 22. Photos.
Service crews work round the clock. Feb. 12, 1959, p. 3.
Spring rains raise havoc in Highwood. May 28, 1959, p. 3.
Weather hazards add to policemen's duties. Dec. 31, 1959, p. 9.
WOMEN
Highland Park women rate Who's Who. Apr. 16, 1959, p. 42.
WRIGHT, FRANK LLOYD
Wright home chosen as site of Highland Park art week. Feb. 12, 1959, p. 20.
ZONING
Jan. Zoning committee sets hearing for Clavey shop center. Jan.15, 1959, p. 3.
Board of appeals denies clinic permit. Jan. 15, 1959, p. 4.
Feb. Land bordering new high school subject of zoning meeting. Feb. 5, 1959, p. 5.
Board of appeals states reasons, denies dental clinic. Feb. 5, 1959, p. 44.
Bannockburn zoning plan scrutinized. Feb. 19, 1959, p. 5.
May Council refers four zoning changes to committee. May 7, 1959, p. 3.
June Little opposition voiced on funeral service relocation. June 25, 1959,p. 4.
July Special permit granted Monday for funeral home. July 2, 1959, p. 5.
Millwork shop does not conform to downtown zoning. July 23, 1959, p. 43.
Six residents, association, oppose rezoning 10 acres. July 30, 1959, p. 7.
Aug. Question zoning ordinance legality. Aug. 20, 1959, p. 10.
Board of appeals denies, temporarily, application for 10 family building. Aug. 27, 1959, p. 4.
Zoning case taken under advisement. Aug. 27, 1959, p. 8.
Elmer Clavey, Inc. withdraws request for special permit. Aug. 27, 1959, p. 43.
Sept. Strong objections aired on Ek's (sic) request for special permit. Sept. 10, 1959, p. 17.
Garrity re-zoning to be considered. Sept. 17, 1959, p. 5.
Oct. Plan group denies Garrity rezoning plea. Oct. 8, 1959, p. 1.
McDonalds seek permit for miniature golf course. Oct. 15, 1959, p. 45.
Garrity store zoned outlying business. Oct. 29, 1959, p. 6.
Compere to study 'moving house' ordinance. Oct. 29, 1959, p. 6.
Nov. Court rules against appeal on zone rule. Nov. 12, 1959, p. 3.
Dec. Variance OK on Bonneview subdivision. Dec. 17, 1959, p. 5.
Clavey zoning objected to at plan meet. Dec. 24, 1959, p. 3.
