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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, 1956 – December 31, 1956
HIGHLAND PARK NEWS

* After a citation indicates item of historic interest.

ACCIDENTS

Jan.      Driver falls asleep hits (Bob-o-Link) Club's fence. Jan. 26, 1956, p. 4.
            Milwaukee man hurt when car runs off road. Jan. 26, 1956, p. 4.
Feb.     Icy streets cause many accidents. Feb. 2, 1956, p. 3.
            Youth, Arthur Miller, killed in collision on Skokie. Feb. 2, 1956, p. 3.
Mar.     John Hansmann victim of auto accident in Fla. Mar. 15, 1956,  p. 5.
May     Several accidents on Skokie Highway mar weekend here. May 10, 1956, p. 5
            Injuries keep boy hospitalized. May 24, 1956, p. 3.
            Waukegan woman struck by train. May 24, 1956.  p. 5.
            Mario Ruffolo critically hurt by falling tree. May 31, 1956, p. 8.
June     Truck driver fined for losing control in highway accident. June 7, 1956, p. 5.
            John B. Martineau killed in Wisconsin accident Saturday. June 14, 1956, p. 5.
            Dfld. man, William Webster, collapses on HP street, dies. June 14, 1956, p. 7.
            John Zook, 8, hurt when car hits bike. June 14, 1956, p. 10.
            Damages are $1000, $5 after two-car crash. June 28, 1956, p. 5.
Aug.    Mrs. Rose Auerbach in good condition after auto mishap. Aug. 9, 1956, p. 3.
            Public education is needed to reduce accident rate. Aug. 9, 1956, p. 4.
            Two Skokie wrecks result in one injury, two tickets issued. Aug. 9, 1956, p. 4.
            HP accident rate shows rise in 1956. Aug. 9, 1956, p. 9.
            Accident statistics. Table. Aug. 9, 1956, p. 9.
            Hold double services for Scheskie victims of asphyxiation. Aug. 16, 1956, p. 10.
            Four accidents injure 15 on Edens Hwy. at Clavey. Aug. 23, 1956, p. 3.
            Four Skokie Hwy.  accidents  injure 4, total cost: $3475. Aug. 30, 1956, p. 3.
Sept.    Speed versus accidents. Sept. 13, 1956, p. 4.
            Child drowns in fish  pond. Sept. 20, 1956, p. 5.
            Motorcyclist burned in traffic accident. Sept. 27, 1956, p. 8.
Oct.     Four-car smash-up on Skokie injures 4. Oct. 11, 1956, p. 4.
            Police report four weekend accidents. Oct. 11, 1956, p. 4.
            Head-on crash. Oct. 11, 1956, p. 5.
Nov.    Don’t be a pinhead…drive carefully. Map showing accident sites.   Nov. 1, 1956, p. 5.
            HP police blame Sunday drivers for weekend collisions. Nov. 8, 1956, p. 4.
            Monday crash ties '56 accident tally with 1955 score. Nov. 15, 1956, p. 5.
            Highland Park’s coffin corner. Accident count.  Nov. 15, 1956, p. 5.
            Weekend crashes in HP involve four Chicago motorists. Nov. 22, 1956, p. 4.
            Two auto collisions Thursday increase Edens-Clavey tally. Nov. 22, 1956, p. 4.
            HP coffin corner. Accident list. Nov. 29, 1956, p. 4.
            All drivers injured in weekend’s three single-car crashes. Nov. 29, 1956, p. 5.
Dec.     Car careens out of control on HP street. Dec. 13, 1956, p. 3.
            Nancy, with finger stuck in truck, is rushed to hospital. Dec. 27, 1956, p. 3.

ADULT EDUCATION

            Registration for Adult Ed. classes opens Monday. Sept. 20, 1956, p. 5.
            YW lists extra-curricular phase of adult education. Oct. 4, 1956, p. 23.

AGE/AGING

            Age need not be employment barrier, committee contends. May 3, 1956, p. 10.

ANDREA DORIA – Shipwreck

            Andrea Doria survivor Frank Parenti tells tale of terror. Aug. 2, 1956, p. 3. 

ANIMALS

Feb.     Officer Lichtwalt to act as animal warden. Feb. 23, 1956, p. 4.
Mar.     Organize new canine club. Mar. 22, 1956, p. 10.
            HP council studies proposed revision of dog ordinance. Apr. 12, 1956, p. 3.
Apr.     Love me, love my dog. (ed.) Apr. 19, 1956, p. 4.
            Canines in the clink. Apr. 19, 1956, p. 5.
            Are you going to the dogs? Not a bad place NEWS find. Apr. 19, 1956, p. 5.
            Council still ponders dog ordinance. Apr. 26, 1956, p. 3.
May     Council OK's revised dog ordinance. May 3, 1956, p. 3.
            Search for dog who nipped child. May 10, 1956, p. 3.
            Search continues for black puppy that bit child. May 17, 1956, p. 5.
            Officer Lichtwalt finds dog; wins tight race with time. May 24, 1956, p. 3.
Aug.    It might be a dog’s life but keep it under control. Aug. 23, 1956, p. 4.

ART/ARTISTS

Jan.      North Shore Art League announces new schedule. Jan. 5, 1956, p. 4.
            Openings available in painting classes at HP Rec. Center. Jan. 26, 1956, p. 5.
May     Abbott paintings on view at HPHS, May 3, 1956, p. 26.
            Invite 25 Chicagoland artists to exhibit at Ravinia casino. May 10, 1956, p. 5.
June     NS Art League revises summer class schedule. June 7, 1956, p. 19.
            Thomas M. Wilder, artist-teacher dies in HP home. June 21, 1956, p. 5.
July      Two Highland Park artists to exhibit at Lincoln village: Rubin, Mitchell.  July 19, 1956, p. 13.
Aug.    N. Shore artists prepare for outdoor fair Sept. 9.  Aug. 23, 1956, p. 33.
Sept.    NS Art League to hold outdoor exhibit Sunday. Sept. 6, 1956, p. 30.
            Widow gives library painting by T. M. Wilder. Sept. 6, 1956, p. 21.
Oct.     League to view Abbott paintings. Oct. 18, 1956, p. 22.
Nov.    A grand slam in arts. Nov. 8, 1956, p. 33.
            YWCA given Thomas Wilder paintings. Nov. 22, 1956, p. 15.
Dec.     HP artist Hilda Rubin exhibits her work. Dec. 13, 1956, p. 12.
            NS Country Day displays paintings by HP resident. Dec. 13, 1956, p. 23.
            High school art students to exhibit in Winnetka. Dec. 13, 1956, p. 56. 

ASTRONOMY

            Don Parker studies stars and Mars. Oct. 4, 1956, p.  30.        

ATOMIC SCIENCE

            Dr. Loughridge to serve on NSF atom committee. Mar. 15, 1956, p. 26.
            Dr. Loughridge accepts post at GM Corp. Apr. 19, 1956, p. 6.

AWARDS

            Highland Parkers accept civic achievement honors. June 21, 1956, p. 3.

BIRDS

            Winthrop family discovers rare wood duck family. June 7, 1956, p. 10.

BLOOD DONATIONS

            Hospital uses 10 gallons of blood in Nov. Dec. 27, 1956, p. 5. 

BOMBS

            Report second bomb incident. May 10, 1956, p. 3.

BOYD, DR. DOUGLAS, Chief of staff: Highland Park Hospital

            Dr. Douglas Boyd dies Friday while on hospital duties.  Dec. 27, 1956, p. 3.  

BRIDGES

            HP bridges falling down; Snyder reports on bridge survey. Apr. 26, 1956, p. 3.
            HP bridges need repair, reports engineering firm. May 24, 1956, p. 5. 

BROTHERHOOD

            North Shore groups set brotherhood meeting. Jan. 26, 1956, p. 5.
            Archibald Carey Jr. to address groups on brotherhood. Feb. 2, 1956, p. 21.
            Working for brotherhood.  Photo. Feb. 9, 1956, p. 3.
            Jaycees join in on Brotherhood Week activities. Feb. 16, 1956, p. 41.
            Cite two HP women for intergroup understanding. Feb. 23, 1956, p. 6.
            Bettering brotherhood here. Mar. 15, 1956, p. 10.
            Brotherhood plans husband, wife night. May 31, 1956, p. 22. 

BUSINESS

            Column: Tradewinds- appears each week with local business news. Paging  varies.
Jan.      City-wide Jan. clearance sale this weekend. Jan. 5, 1956, p. 5.
            HP Savings & Loan Assn. gains $1,000,000 in '55. Jan. 19, 1956, p. 30.                 
            Opening of modern store. Jan. 19, 1956, p. 48.
Feb.     Stores ready for dollar value days. Feb. 2, 1956, p. 3.
Mar.     HP boasts some industries, too. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 15.
            HP has more than 200 retail establishments. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 25.
            HP has 3 financial institutions. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 26.
            Drugstore dudes in Gsell's - 1926. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 34. *
Apr.     HP developer reports fashion center filled. Apr. 26, 1956, p. 40.
May     Children's Shop bought by Mildred and Frank Cargill. May 24, 1956, p. 42.
            Uhlemann Optical schedules opening here for June 1. May 24, 1956, p. 42.
            HP "Friendly Days" coming. May 31, 1956, p. 3.
June     House of Vision celebrates 15th HP anniversary. June 7, 1956, p. 45.
            How to avoid sad experiences in business deals. June 21, 1956, p. 27.
            Compact business district is help, hazard to citizens. June 28, 1956, p. 4.
Aug.    Stores ready for dollar value day. Aug. 2, 1956, p. 3.
Sept.    First National Bank expands, improves service facilities. Sept. 6, 1956, p. 8.
            New Rosby's store to open Tuesday. Sept. 20, 1956, p. 7.
Oct.     Break ground for new HP car wash. Oct. 11, 1956, p. 8.  
Nov.    Operation of state banking act awaits referendum result. Nov. 1, 1956, p. 5.
            Attorney files for shopping center at Park and Skokie. Nov. 22, 1956, p. 3.
            Merchants’ stock will cheer Christmas shoppers. Special Christmas section.  Nov. 22, 1956, p. 3.
Dec.     Craftwood Lumber Co. to open Saturday. Dec. 6, 1956, p. 44.
            Chamber announces HP stores will stay open until 9 p.m. Dec. 13, 1956, p. 8.
            New HP shopping area to be built. Dec. 13, 1956, p. 64.
            Master-Craft opens HP cleaning plant. Dec. 13, 1956, p. 64.
            Bank to pay 3% on deposit certificates. Dec. 27, 1956, p. 30.            

CANDIDATES

Jan.      H. L. Schneider Jr. tells of candidacy for state assembly. Jan. 12, 1956, p. 10.
            Primary candidates file. Jan. 19, 1956, p. 3.
            3 GOP candidates file for state's attorney post. Jan. 26, 1956, p. 3.
Mar.     Election candidates to speak. Mar. 15, 1956, p. 3.
            County, state GOP candidates to be guests at meeting here. Mar. 29, 1956, p. 5.
May     Stratton lists GOP gains. May 24, 1956, p. 5.

CEMETERIES

            Luce warns city on lot speculations. Aug. 2, 1956, p. 14.  

CHAPLAINS

            Service in memory of chaplains killed in WWII. Photo on cover. Feb. 2, 1956.
            Chaplains' Day Sunday  part of program sponsored by Legion. Feb. 2, 1956,  p. 5.

CHARITIES

Mar.     Red Cross fund workers await opening. Mar. 1, 1956, p. 5.
May     Citizens' Parade for cerebral palsy slated for May 22. May 3, 1956, p. 33.
            Mrs. Walter Baron heads group in North Shore CJA campaign. May 24, 1956,  p. 12.
June     CJA raises $46,000 at luncheon. June 7, 1956, p.  34.
            County Red Cross units to merge July 1. June 28, 1956, p. 6.
Dec.     Salvation Army begins campaign. Dec. 13, 1956, p. 37.

CHILD CARE/CHILDREN

Jan.      Baby care classes to begin Monday at HP Hospital. Jan. 19, 1956, p. 4.
Feb.     J. Waldmans help aid crippled through society: Crippled Children's Aid Assn.  Feb. 9, 1956, p. 4.
Apr.     To discuss juvenile problems. Apr. 5, 1956, p. 12.
Sept.    Child safety is topic for fall meeting. Sept. 6, 1956, p. 7.
Nov.    HP committee opens drive to aid retarded children. Nov. 15, 1956, p. 48.

CHURCH, REP. MARGUERITE STITT

            Congresswoman will speak at April 2 brunch. Mar. 22, 1956, p. 9.

CHURCHES

Jan.     Rabbi Weinstein to talk Wednesday on sane society. Jan. 5, 1956, p. 37.
            Sen. Dirksen  to talk at B'nai B'rith meeting. Jan. 26, 1956, p. 6.
            Lutherans elect board members. Jan. 26, 1956, p. 18.
Feb.     Race Relations Day will be observed by NS Methodists. Feb. 9, 1956, p. 11.
            Zion Lutherans to dedicate new Dfld. church Sunday. Feb. 16, 1956, p. 5.
            Reform Temple congregation selects new spiritual leader: Rabbi Byron  Rubenstein. Feb. 23, 1956, p. 5.
            Rabbi Lipis to celebrate silver anniversary. Feb. 23, 1956, p. 5.
Mar.     17 houses of worship listed and described. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 20—     *
            Special Easter services to mark end of Holy Week. Mar. 29, 1956, p. 4.
Apr.     ‘Principle’ sermons will start Sunday at Lakeside Temple. Apr. 19, 1956, p. 7.
            Beth El announces new exec. director. April 19, 1956, p. 50.
            Trinity Church launches fund-raising drive. Apr. 26, 1956, p. 5.
May     Lakeside Temple will participate in 3rd institute. May 10, 1956, p. 7.
            Presbyterian Woman's Assn. to hear missionary Thursday. May 10, 1956, p. 34.
            Reform Temple elects Mr. Mandler as new president. May 31, 1956, p. 4.
June     List officers of Evangelical Church here.  June 14, 1956, p. 10.
            Christian Scientists name new readers of Mother Church. June 14, 1956, p. 20-B.
            Highland Park Reform Temple to install Rabbi Rubenstein. June 21, 1956, p. 4.
            Rabbi Lipis serves as Jewish chaplain at Great Lakes. June 28, 1956, p. 36.
July      Redeemer Lutheran plans ground-breaking service. July 12, 1956, p. 5.
            HP Presbyterians to hear speaker from 3 nations. July 12, 1956, p. 11.
            Rev. Sheldon Smith accepts curate post at Trinity Church. July 12, 1956, p. 45.
            NS extension of KAM Temple to formulate independent group. July 12, 1956,  p. 46.
            Break ground for new Lutheran church. July 26, 1956, p. 5.
Aug.    Congregation Israel lists holiday rites. Aug. 30, 1956, p. 4.
            Beth El Synagogue prepares for season of high holidays., Aug. 30, 1956, p. 5.
Sept.    Presbyterian Church's fall, winter program announced. Sept. 27, 1956, p. 20.
            Christian Ed. week observance planned by NS Methodists. Sept. 27, 1956, p. 26.
Oct.     Trinity Church tells plans for expansion. Oct. 25, 1956, p. 6.
            Rev. Victor Ralph appointed domestic prelate in Texas. Oct. 25, 1956, p. 11.
            Redeemer Lutheran Church to lay cornerstone Sunday. Oct. 25, 1956, p. 44.
Nov.    Unitarian sermon: ‘Third Freedom’ will honor press. Nov. 8, 1956, p. 23.
            Presbyterian Woman's Assn. is 20 years old. Nov. 8, 1956, p. 28.
            Redeemer Lutheran Church lays cornerstone. Nov. 15, 1956, p. 31.
Dec.     Rev. Sheldon Smith will be ordained to the priesthood Sun. Dec. 20, 1956, p. 5.   

CITIZENS' SAFETY COUNCIL OF HIGHLAND PARK

      See also: Safety

Jan.      Organize safety council. Jan. 12, 1956, p. 37.
            Citizens' Safety Council accepts set of by-laws. Jan. 19, 1956, p. 5.
Mar.     Citizens' Safety Council names 2 committee heads. Mar. 8, 1956,  p. 11.
Apr.     Safety Council cites driving problems here. Apr. 19, 1956, p. 3.
Oct.     Young and old represented at Safety Council meeting. Oct. 4, 1956, p. 8.
            Safety group plans 'No-Acs' program, elects officers. Oct. 25, 1956, p. 5.
Nov.    State official commends Citizens Safety Council. Nov. 8, 1956, p. 3.
Dec.     Citizens' Safety Council plans vehicle check lane. Dec. 13, 1956, p. 5.
            Local Safety Council urges observance of traffic laws. Dec. 27, 1956, p. 5. 

CIVIL DEFENSE

            Atom ‘alert’ to exercise local civil defense units. July 12, 1956, p. 5.
            Spotters’ eyes are straight ahead. Photo. July 12, 1956, p. 12.
            HP is evacuation center for CD ‘operation alert’.  July 19, 1956, p. 5.
            HP units take part in defense tests operation. July 26, 1956, p. 3.
            Highland Park Civil Defense unit stands prepared. Aug. 16, 1956, p. 8. 

CLUBS/ ORGANIZATIONS

Jan.      AAUW plans full schedule in all groups this month. Jan. 5, 1956, p. 5.
            Elect officers for Old Elm group at annual meeting. Jan. 12, 1956, p. 12.
            Hadassah luncheon helps NS chapter fete 20th year. Jan. 12, 1956, p. 15.
            Photo: Kiwanis officers. Jan. 19, 1956, p. 5.
            Ridge Farm to hold its annual meeting tomorrow at noon. Jan. 26, 1956, p. 5.
Feb.     Girl Scout Council asks supplementary funds now. Feb. 2, 1956, p. 45.
            Working for brotherhood. Photo. Feb. 9, 1956, p. 3.
            Glencoe Lions get charter; sponsored by HP Lions Club. Feb. 9, 1956, p. 5.
            Highland Parkers assist with plans for ACJ conclave. Feb. 16, 1956, p. 30.
Mar.     North Shore Yacht Club has active membership. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 72.
            HP Girl Scouts celebrate 44th Nat’l. birthday. Mar. 15, 1956, p. 7.
            American Legion post to celebrate 37th anniversary. Mar. 22, 1956, p. 4.
Apr.     Modenese Society to observe golden anniversary. Apr. 5, 1956, p. 41.
May     Modenese Society marks 50th year. May 3, 1956, p. 37.
Aug.    Highland Park Woman's Club plans diversified program for coming year. Aug. 30, 1956, p. 15.
Sept.    Jaycees to hold tri-city dance Sept. 29.  Sept. 6, 1956, p. 5.
Oct.     Kiwanis  announce January opening of lecture series. Oct. 11, 1956, p. 20.
Dec.     Boy Scout council calls youth leader to executive post: Geovil Nereim. Dec. 20, 1956, p. 37.
            Boy Scouts begin drive for funds. Dec. 27, 1956, p. 3.  

COLLEGES/UNIVERSITIES

            LF College will honor centennial year with parade. Nov. 1, 1956, p. 13.
            Three U. of Ill. trustees to be elected Tuesday. Nov. 1, 1956, p. 27.

COMMUTERS/COMMUTING

            HP commuter soon may get his feet off ground. July 6, 1956, p. 5.

CONTESTS

            Friendly Days plans started; contest "Friendliest Person" opens. June 7,   1956, p. 3.
            Friendliest Person contest deadline set for Monday. June 14, 1956, p. 3.
            Big Vacation Express contest opens July 12. June 28, 1956, p. 5.
            Beautiful Colorado mountains are destination of Vacation Express. July 5, 1956,  p. 3.
            All aboard for Vacation Express. July 12, 1956, p. 3.
            Mrs. Blockman is contest winner. Aug. 2, 1956, p. 3.
            Highland Park, CC, merchants plan big pony contests. Aug. 2, 1956, p. 7.
            Pony contest to open next week in HP. Aug. 16, 1956, p. 4.
            Herby Young wins pony contest. Sept. 13, 1956, p. 5.
            Students vie for Ad-honors. Dec. 27, 1956, p. 5.

COURTS

            Circuit court denies Marcus an injunction. Aug. 2, 1956, p. 4.
            (Saturday Evening) Post praises Lake County for excellent jury service.  Aug. 23, 1956, p. 4.

CRIME

Jan.      Burglars get $13,000 in jewelry, furs. Jan. 5, 1956, p. 3.
            Shoplifter takes costly cameras from HP store. Jan. 5, 1956, p. 3.
            Forged check bounces back. Jan. 5, 1956, p. 4.
            Police query youth about BB shooting. Jan. 5, 1956, p. 5.
            Life-sized  Santa stolen from front yard. Jan. 12, 1956, p. 5.
            BB  enthusiasts at large in HP. Jan. 12, 1956, p. 9.
            BB menace still popping. Jan. 19, 1956, p. 3.
            HP man victim of attack in LF Monday night. Jan. 19, 1956, p. 3.
            Rubinelli murder trial is set for Feb. 6. Jan. 19, 1956, p. 5.
            Attendant foils youth's attempt to burglarize. Jan. 26, 1956, p. 3.
            Chgo. driver found guilty on 3 counts. Jan. 26, 1956, p. 5.
Feb.     Coroner's jury states soldier fired fatal shot. Feb. 2, 1956, p. 3.
            Burglarize 4 HP homes in 8 days, police report. Feb. 9, 1956, p. 3.
            Tips to prevent home burglaries. Feb. 9, 1956, p. 3.
            3 fur thefts are reported this week. Feb. 9, 1956, p. 5.
            Westergard Construction truck stolen from driveway. Feb. 9, 1956,  p. 5.
            $900 in clothing  stolen from car. Feb. 9, 1956, p. 5.
            Rubinelli trial continued. Feb. 23, 1956, p. 3.
            Burglars use self service in Judson Ave. home entry. Feb. 23, 1956, p. 5.
Mar.     Murder trial gets second continuance. Mar. 15, 1956, p. 4.
            Merchandise taken from 2s HP store. Mar. 22, 1956, p. 4.
            ID cards link dead man with 2 local thefts. Mar. 29, 1956, p. 5.
Apr.     Sentence Nall to 12 year prison term. Apr. 5, 1956, p. 3.
May     Man admits part in parcel theft. May 10, 1956, p. 4.
June     June 15 trial set for Exmoor Club thieves. June 7, 1956, p. 5.
            Police attribute three burglaries to same thief. June 21, 1956, p. 3.
            Exmoor thieves get 4 months on farm, lengthy probation. June 21, 1956, p. 4.
            5 teenagers get $100 fines each for May’s beating. June 28, 1956, p. 10.
July      Capture of 13 year-old solves 9 HP burglaries. July 5, 1956, p. 3.
            Club employee faces auto theft charge. July 12, 1956, p. 5.
            Fla. driver faces drunken driving, hit-run charges. July 19, 1956, p. 4.
Aug.    HP police detain furrier suspected of embezzlement. Aug. 2, 1956, p. 3.
            Officer Bonamarte’s footwork recovers stolen auto quickly. Aug. 23, 1956, p. 3.
Sept.    Police report three HP burglaries over Labor Day weekend. Sept. 13, 1956, p. 3.
            Maid admits $593 theft at Tenthouse. Sept. 20, 1956, p. 5.
            Thieves get away with $2000 loot in Hwd. burglaries. Sept. 20, 1956, p. 5.
Oct.     Loot from daylight burglary includes jewelry and doilies. Oct. 18, 1956, p. 5.
Nov.    Soldier from Fort Sheridan jailed on auto theft charge. Nov. 1, 1956, p. 14.
            'Someone stole my bathtub.' Robert Ader. Nov. 1, 1956, p. 15.
            Burglars loot HP home in Saturday raid. Nov. 8, 1956, p. 3.
            Intruders pillage historic home on lakeshore bluff. (Site of Port Clinton  lighthouse at 2693  Sheridan Rd.) Nov. 8, 1956, p. 5.
            HP police recover 7 pistols missing in $1771 burglary. Nov. 15, 1956, p. 3.
            3 AWOL sailors charged with automobile theft. Nov. 22, 1956, p. 3.
            Highwood man jailed on bad check charge. Nov. 29, 1956, p. 3. 

CULTURE

            HP cultural groups plan fall season. Aug. 9, 1956, p. 10.
            Composer Meredith Willson to open NS lecture series. Sept. 27, 1956, p. 22.     

DEAD SEA SCROLLS

            Dead Sea scrolls to be discussed during Holy Week. Mar. 15, 1956, p. 37.
            Dead Sea scrolls authority begins series on Sunday. Mar. 22, 1956,  p. 4.
            Dead Sea scrolls topic of lecture at Glencoe Temple. Apr.19, 1956, p. 10.

DEERFIELD, IL

            Charge water loss to Dfld. May 10, 1956, p. 3.
            Financial statement, Deerfield Park District. June 28, 1956, p. 28-
            Deerfield Christmas Preview, special section after p. 26. Dec. 6, 1956,
            Water department installs 32 meters in Deerfield homes. Dec. 6, 1956, p. 5.
            Special Section after p. 26.

DEERFIELD TOWNSHIP

            Annual financial statement. Apr. 26, 1956, p. 32—
            DTVA (Deerfield Township Voters Assoc.) decides not to disband; elects  officers. Sept. 13, 1956, p. 4.
            Delinquent tax list, Deerfield Twp. 1910-1956. Oct. 18, 1956, p. 33.
            Delinquent tax list, West Deerfield Twp. 1910-1956.  Oct. 18, 1956, p. 36.
            Assessment roll town of West Deerfield. Oct. 25, 1956, p. 28.
            Assessment roll. Dec. 13, 1956, p. 33-- 

DRIVING

            Behind-wheel driving course sought for HS. May 17, 1956, p. 5.
            List winners of teenager driving event. May 31, 1956, p. 5.
            Teenagers prove they are good drivers. June 7, 1956, p. 5.
            Marcus appeals driving charge. June 14, 1956, p. 4.
            Stein is not guilty of faulty driving in taxi lot mishap. June 28, 1956, p. 5.
            Courtesy begins at home -- ends on highway. Sept. 27, 1956, p. 4.
            Teen-age drivers. Oct. 11, 1956, p. 4.
            Teen-age drivers. Oct. 18, 1956, p. 4.    

EDENS, COL. W. G.  *

            Col. W. G. Edens (godfather to Edens Exp.) helped pull Illinois out of the mud.  Mar. 15, 1956, p. 38. 

EDITORIALS

            Love me, love my dog. Apr. 19, 1956, p. 4.
            What is culture? Apr. 26, 1956, p. 4.
            This is the score on HP's water curtailment.  June 14, 1956, p. 3.
            Chief Schmeig – practical, progressive. July 12, 1956, p. 4.
            Safety. Aug. 9, 1956, p. 3.
            Twp. collector…stay or go? Oct. 4, 1956, p. 4.
            Several vital issues face voters. Nov. 1, 1956, p. 4.

ELECTIONS

Feb.     Voters' League plans miniature election here. Feb. 2, 1956, p. 4.
            Voters must be registered for primaries. Feb. 2, 1956, p. 5.
            Republican women planning fund raising campaign. Feb. 23, 1956, p. 5.
Mar.     Record-breaking number enroll for primaries. Mar. 22, 1956, p. 10.
Apr.     Primary elections set for Tuesday. Apr. 5, 1956, p. 3. 
            Sample ballots. Apr. 5, 1956, p. 31.
            Candidate profiles Apr. 5, 1956, p. 32—
            Light vote in township, tight race for GOP Rep. Apr. 12, 1956, p. 3.
            Unofficial returns for Deerfield Twp. Apr. 12, 1956, p. 4—
            Representative race tightest, county reports. Apr. 26, 1956, p. 4.
Sept.    City to challenge Wausau, Wis. Top voter registration is goal of two-town  race. Sept. 6, 1956, p. 3.
            Your vote is your voice; register now. Sept. 6, 1956, p. 3.
            Wausau answers HP challenge. Sept. 13, 1956, p. 3. 
            Don't sit this out. Sept. 20, 1956, p. 3.
            City opens throttle in vote registration race. Sept. 20, 1956, p. 3.
            Parade to spark voter drive. Sept. 27, 1956, p. 3.
Oct.     Registration vote nears climax. Oct. 4, 1956, p. 3.
            City sets registration record; HP reaches highest no. in America. Oct. 11, 1956,  p. 3.
            Blue Ballot clears way for higher taxes on homes: Fuchs. Oct. 11, 1956, p. 5.
            Vote registration acclaimed by president. Oct. 18, 1956, p. 3.
Nov.    We go to the polls Tuesday; Ike and Aldai campaigners pushing hard in stretch. Nov. 1, 1956, p. 3.
            LWV members set new campaign fortitude record. Nov. 1, 1956, p. 3.
            Several vital issues face voters. (ed.) Nov. 1, 1956, p. 4.
            Specimen ballot. Nov. 1, 1956, p. 27.
            Candidate profiles. Nov. 1, 1956, p. 28.
            Issue descriptions. Nov. 1, 1956, p. 30.
            Republicans carry Lake County. Nov. 8, 1956, p. 3.
            96.6% of Highland Park’s eligible voters voted. Nov. 15, 1956, p. 3.
            County official: election totals show GOP strong. Nov. 29, 1956, p. 5.       

EMPLOYMENT

            Age need not be employment barrier, committee contend. May 3, 1956, p. 10.

ENVIRONMENT

            City govt. cracks down on weed law offenders. July 5, 1956, p. 5.
            Evils of illegal dumping. Aug. 16, 1956, p. 3.
            City official and season collaborate to reduce pollen. Sept. 13, 1956, p. 5.

FAMILIES--LOCAL*
            The Mandel story   - a saga of a family of founders. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 28.
            Story of a love affair - Edward M. Knox and HP. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 30.
            Col. R. D. Wolcott reminisces. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 42.
            Mrs. Arthur Tillman shares memories of Highland Park. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 51.
 ​​​​​​​           Sjilestroms rate a place in HP history. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 62
​​​​​​​            4 generations of Nelson family tip caps to Highland Park. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 69.
​​​​​​​            HP salutes early settlers: Sebastian Stipes family. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 75.

FAMILY SERVICE

            Election heads tonight’s Family Service agenda. Nov. 29, 1956, p. 3.
            HP Family Service reports excessive requests for aid. Dec. 6, 1956, p. 5.
            New family social center planned for Highland Park. Dec. 27, 1956, p. 8.

FASHION

            Special section. Sept. 13, 1956, p. 37--

FIRES

Jan.     4th fire flashes through home here. Jan.. 5, 1956, p. 3.
            $1500 fire loss. Jan. 5, 1956, p. 3.
            HP home hit by fire; Lt. Frank E. Freberg dies battling $15-$20,000 blaze.  Jan. 19, 1956, p. 3.
            Another new home hit by fire here. Jan. 19, 1956, p. 3.
Apr.     3 HP companies fight $10,000 flames Sunday. Apr. 5, 1956, p. 5.
            HP hit by 16 fires in one day. Apr. 19, 1956, p. 4.
            Fire destroys Villa Moderne. Apr. 26, 1956, p. 3.
            Grass fires still plague HP firemen. Apr. 26, 1956. p. 5.
May     $3600 fire hits HP home. May 10, 1956, p. 3.
            $18,000 fire Thurs. guts new shop on Skokie Hwy. May 31, 1956, p. 3.
June     $25,000 fire hits Weinfeld home Tues. June 28, 1956, p. 5.
Oct.     Maid dies in blaze at rabbi’s home. Oct. 11, 1956, p. 3.
            Damage estimated at $8000 in Keno Co. roof fire. Oct. 18, 1956, p. 3. 

FOOD

            Suggest food inspection; HP Board of Health approves passage of food  ordinance. June 7, 1956, p. 3.

FOREST PRESERVE

            HP council will consider forming forest preserve. Nov. 22, 1956, p. 3.
            Petition for preservation. Dec. 6, 1956, p. 3.
            Snyder outlines city improvement projects. Dec. 6, 1956, p. 3.
            Forest Preserve petition filed in LC circuit court. Dec. 27, 1956, p. 3.

FORT SHERIDAN, IL

            Fort Sheridan gives $4,319.71 to Community Chests.  Dec. 6, 1956, p. 28.
            Fort Sheridan to shelter refugees.     Dec. 13, 1956, p. 58.   

FLUORIDATION

      See  also: Water. 

            Fluoridation's fine, Madison dentists find. May 10, 1956, p. 5.

FRAUD

            Beware of frauds: warns HP Chamber of Commerce. Jan. 19, 1956, p. 34.
            Bldg. fraud may exist, broker says. Mar. 15, 1956, p. 5.
            Luce warns city on (cemetery) lot speculations. Aug. 2, 1956, p. 14.

FREBERG, Lt. FRANK E.

            Lt. Frank E. Freberg dies battling $15-$20,000 blaze. Jan. 19, 1956, p. 3.

GANGS

            5 gang members plead not guilty in county court. Feb. 2, 1956, p. 5.
            April hearing set for Libertyville teenage assailants. Apr. 5, 1956, p. 4.
            Continue hearings for 5 assailants in local attack.  May 3, 1956, p. 3. 

GARDENING/GARDENS

            Ask Garden Club’s help in nurses home project. Mar. 15, 1956, p. 26.
            Special section. Apr. 12, 1956. p. 33--
            9th Annual Rose Show to be held by Garden Club. June 7, 1956, p. 4.
            HP Garden Club announces rules for 9th Rose Show. June 14, 1956, p. 5. 
            Inman wins rose sweepstakes 3rd consecutive year. June 28, 1956, p. 5.
            Anticipate bumper crop at Sept. 9 Garden Show. Aug. 30, 1956, p. 5. 

GRANTS

            Jewish Vocational Service given $92,000 federal grant. July 12, 1956, p. 4.

GRAY, ELISHA*

            See: Col. R. D. Wolcott reminisces. Mar. 8, 1956, pp35-42.

HAWKINS, FRANK P., 1st mayor of Highland Park

            Hawkins family gives city 1st mayor's desk. Jan. 19, 1956, p. 5.

HEALTH

            Slate TB unit for two day stay in city. Sept. 13, 1956, p. 4.
            City official and season collaborate to reduce pollen. Sept. 13, 1956, p. 5.
            Voice pros and cons of Health Dept. Nov. 1, 1956, p. 5. 

HELICOPTERS

            HP commuter soon may get his feet off ground. July 6, 1956, p. 5. 

HEROES

            HP Zephyrs -- ambassadors of good will. Jan. 19, 1956, p. 4.
            Schwandt, Kensik rescue three men off capsized boat. July 26, 1956, p. 5.
            HP resident F. Perrin honored for heroism. Oct. 18, 1956, p. 31.
            Mailman J. Kivland’s heroism saves tot from death. Oct. 25, 1956, p. 4.
            Post Office cites mailman Kivland for saving HP child’s life. Nov. 8, 1956, p. 5.  

HIGHLAND PARK, IL

Jan.      City Mgr. Snyder offers proposed annual budget. Jan. 5, 1956, p. 3.
            City council stamps OK on Elm Place water main. Jan. 12, 1956, p. 3.
  ​​​​​​​          May start work on overpass this year.  Jan. 12, 1956, p. 3.   
​​​​​​​            List city expenses for 1954-55. Jan. 12, 1956, p. 4.
            City appoints a temporary water supt. Jan. 19, 1956, p. 5.
            HP Board of Improvements hears conflicting requests. Jan. 26, 1956, p. 3.
            Attend sessions on city government. Jan. 26, 1956, p. 3.
Feb.     Hearings slated for Feb. 14, 21. Feb. 2, 1956, p. 4. 
            Hats off to Highland Park! NEWS plans special issue as salute to city's birthday.   Feb. 9, 1956, p. 3.
            Water plant, city hall will be remodeled. Feb. 9, 1956, p. 4.
            HP council gets request for new zoning district. Feb. 16, 1956, p. 3.

            Zoning stirs dispute. Feb. 16, 1956, p. 3.

            HP council hears both sides of bldg. suit. Feb. 16, 1956, p. 4.

            Day of prayer to be observed tomorrow in HP. Feb. 16, 1956, p. 5.

            HP council seeks more survey bids. Feb. 23, 1956, p. 3.

            Laws, cooperation may be solution of city problems Feb. 23, 1956, p. 3.

            HP Civic group seeks 'upgrading, not downgrading'. Feb. 23, 1956, p. 3.

Mar.     City refutes coroner's jury recommendation. Mar. 1, 1956, p. 3.

            Donald Gallay resigns as asst. city engineer. Mar. 1, 1956, p. 7.

            City marks 87th birthday this week. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 3.
            Mayor terms city's new form of govt. 'successful'. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 3.
            How your city government is organized. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 3.
            Low bidder gets storage tank contract. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 5.
            HP council to air zoning committee report Mon.  Mar. 15, 1956, p. 3.
            HP council denies petition to rezone lots in Dering subdivision for apartments. Mar. 22, 1956, p. 3.
            Discuss air conditioning bill at press conclave. Mar. 29, 1956, p. 3.
Apr.     HP’s traffic death record worst in vicinity. Apr. 5, 1956, p. 3. 
            Meets deadline to keep bldg. in operation.  Apr. 5, 1956, p. 3.
            HP council studies proposed revision of dog ordinance. Apr. 12, 1956, p. 3.
            Wanted: air conditioner for city hall. Apr. 12, 1956, p. 3.
            Police and fire pay scales below NS communities. Apr. 12, 1956, p. 3.
            Snyder, council promise more paving, parking, water in ’56. Apr. 19, 1956, p. 3
May     Tempers cool with passage of new law. May 3, 1956, p. 3.
            Council OK’s revised dog ordinance. May 3, 1956, p. 3. 
            Other  council matters besides dogs, air units. May 3, 1956, p. 3.
            Boost Police, Fire Dept. wage scale. May 17, 1956, p. 3.
            City initiates rating plan to gage(sic) job efficiency. May 17, 1956, p. 5.
            Supreme court zoning decision pertinent to city. May 31, 1956, p. 5.
June     '56 seal coating program approved by HP council. June 7, 1956, p. 3.
            HP city council approves restrictions on water. June 14, 1956, p. 3.
            Conditioner permit ready at City Hall. June 21, 1956, p. 3.
            HP council approves 20,000 ft. lot district. June 21, 1956, p. 3.
            HP council fails to pass new zoning classification. June 28, 1956, p. 3.
            HP revenue to increase; taxes same. June 28, 1956, p. 3.
July      Announce ‘56-’57 budget of general fund spending. July 5, 1956, p. 3.
            New assistant to city mgr. begins duties. F. Koehler.  July 5, 1956, p. 3.
            HP to enlarge disposal, parking lot capacities. July 12, 1956, p. 3.
            HP city council accepts bid for auxiliary intake. July 12, 1956, p. 3.
            Council passes refuse law over scavenger opposition. July 19, 1956, p. 3.
            R. W. Flinn retires; mayor announces new appointments. .July 19, 1956, p. 3.
            City creates four areas for loading. July 19, 1956, p. 4.
            HP tells ‘56-’57  budget for street, bridge fund. July 19, 1956, p. 5.
            HP city council passes appropriation ordinance. July 26, 1956, p. 3.
Aug.    City recognizes years of service. Photo. Aug. 2, 1956, p. 4.
            City explains financial plans.  Budget up half-million. Aug. 2, 1956, p. 5.
            City mgr. analyzes budget plan. Aug. 2, 1956, p. 5.
            Annual appropriation bill. Aug. 2, 1956, p. 30—
            HP files defense brief in zoning ordinance suit. Aug. 9, 1956, p. 3.
            HP council accepts bids for Braeside resurfacing.  Aug. 16, 1956, p. 5.
            Council passes resolution asking state traffic aid. Aug. 30, 1956, p. 3.
Sept.    City council Ok’s annual tax levy bill. Sept. 6, 1956, p. 3.
            City to challenge Wausau, Wis. Top voter registration is goal of two-town race. Sept. 6, 1956, p. 3.
            Wausau answers HP challenge. Sept. 13, 1956, p. 3.
            HP council accepts Creigh resignation. Sept. 27, 1956, p. 5.
Oct.     City approves new parking area. Oct. 11, 1956, p. 3.
            Delinquent assessment/tax list. Oct. 18, 1956, p. 32.
            City decries Edens-Clavey peril, restudies parking. Oct. 25, 1956, p. 3.
Nov.    Council hears fire chief warn of fire fines. Nov. 1, 1956, p. 10.
            City honors late mayor, John Oliver. Nov. 15, 1956, p. 3.
            HP council will consider forming forest preserve. Nov. 22, 1956, p. 3.
            HP prepares for future shopping center; city denies Lederer plan. Nov. 29, 1956,  p. 3.
            City gains 2 precincts. Nov. 29, 1956, p. 3.
Dec.     City gov. initiates new cost accounting system. Dec. 6, 1956, p. 3.
            Snyder outlines city improvement projects. Dec. 6, 1956, p. 3.
            HP city council to consider shopping center zoning law. Dec. 13, 1956, p. 3.
            City council hears safety reports Mon. Dec. 13, 1956, p. 3.
            HP council agrees to hold up on parking light repeal. Dec. 20, 1956, p. 5.
            Highland Park prepares for Feb. 26, primary election. Dec. 20, 1956, p. 5.  

HIGHLAND PARK BUILDING DEPARTMENT

            Building Dept. announces 20 home permits. Mar. 15, 1956, p. 4.
            4 appeal variances of Bldg. code. May 10, 1956, p. 5.
            3 homeowners to have hearing.  June 7, 1956, p. 4.
            Suburban home building report. Oct. 4, 1956. p. 1, Real Estate Section.
            Local area to be included in U.S. building survey. Dec. 6, 1956, p. 5.

HIGHLAND PARK CIVIC ASSOCIATION

            Urge Highland Parkers to attend annual meeting of civic group. May 17, 1956,  p. 4.
            Civic Association’s Highland Park film nears completion. Dec. 6, 1956, p. 8.
            Civic Assn. opposes train removal action. Dec. 13, 1956, p. 64.

HIGHLAND PARK COMMUNITY CHEST

            Com. Chest ’56 budget announced. Aug. 2, 1956, p. 8.
            Robert Burton heads Chest gift drive. Aug. 23, 1956, p. 32. 
            Mayor proclaims October Community Chest Month. Sept. 13, 1956, p. 5.
​​​​​​​            Chest workers to begin Chest drive Mon. Sept. 27, 1956, p. 5.
​​​​​​​            13 agencies depend on Community Chest. Oct. 4, 1956, p. 3.
​​​​​​​            HP Chest short of goal. Nov. 8, 1956, p. 3.
​​​​​​​            Community Chest is short $15,490 of ’56 chest goal. Nov. 22, 1956, p. 5.
​​​​​​​            Community Chest short of goal. Dec. 6, 1956, p.5.  
            Fort Sheridan gives $4,319.71 to community chests. Dec. 6, 1956, p. 28.

HIGHLAND PARK FIRE DEPARTMENT

            William C. Hennig is new lieutenant of fire department. Feb. 9, 1956, p. 5.
            Photo of force. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 5.*
            2 alarms call HP firemen Saturday. May 3, 1956, p. 5.
            Boost Police, Fire Dept. wage scale. May 17, 1956, p. 3.
            Mann, Netzer join fire department. June 14, 1956, p. 3.
            Hennig suggests city adopt NBFU fire safety code. Oct. 11, 1956, p. 4.
            Council hears fire chief warn of fire fines. Nov. 1, 1956, p. 10.
            HP fire marshal warns on safety during the holidays. Dec. 13, 1956, p. 3.
            Fire marshals ask Christmas safety of local citizens. Dec. 20, 1956, p. 4. 

HIGHLAND PARK HIGH SCHOOL

     See also: Schools - District 113.

Feb.     HPHS to sponsor reading program this year. Feb. 9, 1956, p. 5.
            HPHS freshmen take over city government for a day. Story on p. 5. Photo on  cover. Feb. 16, 1956.
            Charm school class to start Tuesday at HP high school Feb. 16, 1956, p. 22.
            A day's activity in city government.  Feb. 23, 1956, p. 10.
            HPHS to try new foreign relations study. Mar. 15, 1956, p. 22.
May     Behind-wheel driving  course sought for HS. May 17, 1956, p.  5.
            HPHS to offer several summer swim classes. May 24, 1956, p. 11.
June     2 girls top HPHS grads scholastically. June 7, 1956, p. 5.
            Catherine Bjork awarded HPHS Medal of Honor. June 14, 1956, p. 5.
            2 long-time HS staffers leave posts. June 14, 1956, p. 5.
            Vandals do $500 damage on HPHS graduation night. June 21, 1956, p. 4.
            HPHS enrollments break records. June 28, 1956, p. 11.
Aug.    HPHS adds 17 teachers to staff for fall term. Aug. 30, 1956, p. 4.
Oct.     HS students to draw ads for stores. Oct. 25, 1956, p. 5.  
            Highland Park High School initiates 45 into honor society. Oct. 25, 1956, p. 40.
Nov.    HPHS to participate in foreign relations project. Nov. 22, 1956, p. 27.
Dec.     High school lockers rifled, wallets and wrist watch taken. Dec. .6, 1956, p. 3.
            HPHS Christmas concert scheduled for Sun. afternoon. Dec. 13, 1956, p. 5. 

HIGHLAND PARK HOME OWNERS ASSOCIATION

            Civic group elects new officers. Apr. 26, 1956, p. 3.
            Snyder to address open meeting of home owners. Nov. 22, 1956, p. 5.  
            Petition for preservation. Dec. 6, 1956, p. 3.

HIGHLAND PARK HOSPITAL

Jan.      Polio foundation cites HP Hospital. Jan. 19, 1956, p. 21.
Mar.     HP Hospital has 118 beds; plans for many more. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 9. *
            HP Hospital lab gets 3rd isotope. Mar. 15, 1956, p. 4.
            HP Hospital given award. Mar. 22, 1956, p. 22.
            HP Hospital tells plans for new 75-bed building. Mar. 29, 1956, p. 5.
            Hospital names new director of nursing, Dorothy Provine. Mar. 29, 1956, p. 11.
Apr.     Chicagoan given admin. residency by HP Hospital. Apr. 5, 1956, p. 26.
            Hospital receives foundation check. Apr. 19, 1956, p. 26.
May     Alcove, coffee bar have birthdays. May 3, 1956, p. 5.
            HP Hospital volunteers to be cited. May 17, 1956, p. 13.
            HP Hospital given funds of carnival. May 31, 1956, p. 8.
June     Hospital salutes its volunteers. June 7, 1956, p. 13.
July      Hospital Auxiliary marks 35 years of service. July 19, 1956, p. 5.
            HP Hospital adds 8 air-cooling units. July 19, 1956, p. 11.
Aug.    Felsenthal family gives metabolator to HP Hospital. Aug. 2, 1956, p. 15.
            HP Hospital expands telephone facilities for better service. Aug. 9, 1956, p. 3.
            HP Hospital adds permanent public relations director. Aug. 9, 1956, p. 24.
            New equipment cuts noise in HP Hospital. Aug. 16, 1956, p. 14.
            HP Hospital to add new fire detection system to facilities. Aug. 16, 1956, p. 38.
            HP Hospital adds 7 doctors to staff. Aug. 30, 1956, p. 12.
            Dr. Dahle serves on hospital board. Aug. 30, 1956, p. 33.
            Hospital's speech, hearing service to be outlined. Aug. 30, 1956, p. 34.
Sept.    HP Hospital 88% occupied during July. Sept. 6, 1956, p. 4.
            Youngsters aid hospital funds with projects. Sept. 13, 1956, p. 36.
Oct.     HP Hospital reveals expansion plans. Architect's  sketch. Oct. 4, 1956, p. 12.
            Hospital seeks new nurses’ aides. Oct. 18, 1956, p. 12.
            To lead hospital auxiliary in coming year. Oct. 18, 1956, p. 17.
            HP Hospital Foundation to hold elections. Oct. 25, 1956, p. 5.
Nov.    Tell merger of Highwood, Highland Park Hospitals. Nov. 1, 1956, p. 5.
            HP Hospital Foundation to enlarge. Nov. 8, 1956, p. 5. 
            Tell hospital need to fund drive. Nov. 15, 1956, p. 3.
            HP Hospital reveals staff appointments. Nov. 15, 1956, p. 4.
            New medical pavilion. Hwd. and HP merge – HP Hospital gains facility in Highwood.  Nov. 22, 1956, p. 3.
            Addition fund for hospital underway. Nov. 22, 1956, p. 5.
Dec.     HP Hospital expands fund raising campaign drive. Dec. 13, 1956, p. 5.
            Hospital Auxiliary to buy equipment for HP, Highwood. Dec. 20, 1956, p. 23.
            Hospital uses 10 gallons of blood in Nov. Dec. 27, 1956, p. 5.

HIGHLAND PARK POLICE DEPARTMENT

Jan.      Squad cars sport new look. Jan. 12, 1956, p. 5.
            Tell tales of strange happenings. Jan. 12, 1956, p. 37.
            Police won't mail out warning notice on 1956 vehicle tags. Jan. 19, 1956, p. 3.
            HP police book Waukegan man on 4 charges. Jan. 19, 1956, p. 5.
Feb.     Patrol speaker halts speeding driver: Snyder. Feb. 2, 1956, p. 3.
            Police report no burglaries last weekend. Feb. 16, 1956, p. 3.
            HP police dance nets $4940. Feb. 16, 1956, p. 4.
            Naval cmdr. named HP's police chief. Feb. 23, 1956, p. 3.
Mar.     Photo of force. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 5. *
            Mr. Sutherland's daughter  proves she's big enough to be policewoman.  Mar. 8, 1956, p. 24.
            HP police force largest in history. Mar. 22, 1956, p. 4.
            City welcomes new police chief Anthony Schmeig. Apr. 19, 1956, p. 3.
Apr.     HP Police Dept. becomes bicycle bureau here. Apr. 26, 1956, p. 5.
May     Policeman brings in local prowler. May 3, 1956, p. 3.
            Opportunities open for men who wish HP police careers. May 10, 1956, p. 3.
            Police nab motel prowler Saturday. May 10, 1956, p. 4.
            There's still time to join Highland Park Police force. May 17, 1956, p. 3.
            Boost Police, Fire Dept. wage scale. May 17, 1956, p. 3.
            Zahnle retires from Police Department. May 17, 1956, p. 6.
            Police nab 2 in Exmoor club theft. May 24, 1956, p. 3.
            Highland Park force on review. Photo. May 31, 1956, p. 3.
June     HP Police Dept. adds 7 members. June 7, 1956, p. 3.
            Police ‘Boots’ get expert instruction at 6 weeks school. June 28, 1956, p. 3.
            ‘Potato masher’ causes turnout of HP policemen. June 28, 1956, p. 3.
July      Studying Highland Park (recruits in training). Photo. July 5, 1956, p. 3.
            Citizens protest police’s traffic law enforcement. July 19, 1956, p. 4.
Aug.    HP police detain furrier suspected of embezzlement. Aug. 2, 1956,  p. 3.
            Police trace driver in hit-run accident, but can’t prosecute. Aug. 23, 1956, p. 3.
            Officer Bonamarte’s footwork recovers stolen auto quickly.  Aug. 23, 1956, p. 3.
            Police Department to cite outstanding officer each month. Aug. 30, 1956, p. 3. 
 Sept.   18 policemen qualify for first aid certificates. Sept. 6, 1956, p. 5
            Police shoot tire to halt speeding car. Sept. 27, 1956, p. 4.
Oct.     Officer  Waite chosen patrolman of month. Oct. 4, 1956, p. 5.
            NU traffic course completed by four HP police officers. Oct. 25, 1956, p. 26.
Nov.    For outstanding service. Nov. 1, 1956, p. 5. Chief Schmeig column.
            The police magistrate. Nov. 29, 1956, p. 4.   Chief Schmeig column.
Dec.     Police replace tickets with greeting. Dec. 20, 1956, p. 3.
            Verbal warnings to be recorded by Police Dept. Dec. 20, 1956, p. 5.
            HP police report an accident-free pre-Yule weekend. Dec. 27, 1956, p. 3.

HIGHLAND PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY

Feb.     Library has books to aid community's handicrafters. Feb. 16, 1956, p. 33.
Mar.     U. of  Chicago course starts here Tues. Mar. 1, 1956, p. 5.
            Highland Park Library is at your service. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 74.
            Groups may utilize library auditorium for many purposes. Mar. 15, 1956, p. 25.
May     HP library to film NEWS for history. May 3, 1956, p. 4.
            Opera enthusiasts may find aids here at public library. May 17, 1956, p. 4.
            'HP library usage on the increase', states official. May 31, 1956, p. 4.
June     Library to open summer program. June 7, 1956, p. 25.
July      HP head librarian returns from national convention. July 12, 1956, p. 14.
            Mr. Wichman ends library bd. term. July 19, 1956, p. 5.
Aug.    Library releases record albums for circulation. Aug. 2, 1956, p. 23.
            HP Public Library announces changes in shelf locations. Aug. 9, 1956, p. 15.
            Library language records help new citizens to speak. Aug. 16, 1956, p. 14.
            Library adds new volumes to foreign title collection. Aug. 30, 1956, p. 21.
Sept.    Widow gives library painting by T. M. Wilder.  Sept. 6, 1956, p. 21.
Oct.     Library inaugurates new ‘traffic plan’. Oct. 11, 1956, p. 36.
Nov.    HP Public Library adds new records to LP collection. Nov. 8, 1956, p. 31.
            HP Library provides additional telephone service for patrons. Nov. 8, 1956, p. 54.
            8 new LP records added to HP Library collection. Nov. 22, 1956, p. 42.
            Library schedules Hannukah program. Nov. 29, 1956, p. 4.
Dec.     HP Public Library schedules holiday musical program. Dec. 6, 1956, p. 11. 
            Highland Park boys exhibit butterfly collection. Dec. 6, 1956, p. 32.
            Hint to last minute shoppers: library suggests good books. Dec. 13, 1956, p. 11.
            'Dead Sea Scriptures' among new books at public library. Dec. 27, 1956, p. 17.

HIGHWOOD, IL

Jan.      Name Red Cross leaders for Hwd. fund campaign. Jan. 5, 1956, p. 3.
            Highwood's 1948 leap year baby: R. Gherardini, Jan. 5, 1956, p. 5.
            Hwd. council improves another code: Health. Jan. 19, 1956,  p. 3.
Feb.     City council plans new Highwood peddlers' law. Feb. 2, 1956,  p. 3.
            Highwood Chest to end campaign drive for '55. Feb. 9, 1956, p. 4.
            Firefighters ask Hwd. residents to support dance. Feb. 9, 1956, p. 4.
            False alarms costly warn Hwd. firemen. Feb. 16, 1956, p. 3.
            New names for streets says Hwd. city council. Feb. 16, 1956, p. 4.
Mar.     Highwood council passes new rules on peddlers. Mar. 1, 1956, p. 3.
            C&NW completes crossing survey of Highwood Ave. Mar. 15, 1956, p. 3.
            Highwood schedules TB mobile unit for Wednesday. Mar. 22, 1956, p. 5.
            Hwd. cuts city’s costs in fuel-gas. Mar. 29, 1956, p. 3.
Apr.     Hwd. council awards storm sewer project. Apr. 5, 1956, p. 5.
            Modenese Society to observe golden anniversary. Apr. 5, 1956, p. 41.
            Music part of festivities for Modenese anniversary. Apr. 12, 1956, p. 41.
            More revenue for city, Highwood council learns. Apr. 19, 1956, p. 5.
May     Hwd. council approves purchase of police car. May 3, 1956, p. 5.
            Check fire traps warns Hwd. chief. May 3, 1956, p. 37.
            Hwd. volunteer firemen evacuate 20 in hotel fire. May 10, 1956, p. 3.
            Highwood city council hears appointments. May 17, 1956,  p. 3.
            Highwood program includes speaker. May 24, 1956, p. 3.
            Hwd. council approves Ugolini as new policeman. May 31, 1956, p. 5.
June     Hwd. council sets budget for '56-'57. June 14, 1956, p. 3.
            Financial statement. June 14, 1956, p. 50.
            Hwd. council postpones action as quorum fails. June 28, 1956, p. 5.
July      Hwd. city council hears of possible tax levy cut. July 19, 1956, p. 4.
Aug.    Hwd. council discusses possible tax reduction . Aug. 2, 1956, p. 4.
            Highwood council passes reduced tax revenue bill. Aug. 16, 1956, p. 3.
            Highwood council hears of need for fire truck. Aug. 30, 1956, p. 3.
Sept.    Thieves get away with  $1000 loot in Hwd. burglaries. Sept. 20, 1956, p. 6.
            Hwd. council asked to reduce traffic danger. Sept. 20, 1956, p. 5.
            Com. Chest opens drive in Highwood.  Sept. 27, 1956, p. 4.
Oct.     Hwd. studies Oak Terrace traffic snarl. Oct. 4, 1956, p. 3.
            Hwd. council OK’s juvenile officer app’t. Oct. 18, 1956, p. 3.
Nov.    Hwd. city council OK’s furnace installation bid. Nov. 15, 1956, p. 5.
            Highwood council plans additional street widening. Nov. 29, 1956, p. 3.

HIGHWOOD HOSPITAL

            Hwd. Hospital will benefit from 'Capers'. Jan. 5, 1956, p. 5.
            Waukegan woman embezzles $3000 from Hwd. Hosp. Jan. 12, 1956, p. 3.
            Highwood Hospital to honor Sr. Italian Prosperity Club. Feb. 2, 1956, p. 41.
            September TV ball to benefit Highwood hospital. June 28, 1956, p. 24.
​​​​​​​            New medical pavilion. Hwd. & HP merge. HP Hospital gains facility in Highwood. Nov. 22, 1956, p. 5.
            Highwood Hospital will no longer take emergency cases. Dec. 13, 1956, p. 64.

HISTORY

            March 8th issues celebrates Highland Park's 87th birthday. Presents profiles  of past and present in the city.
            From stage coach to Streamliner, North Western aids Highland Park.  Photo of 1st depot c1854. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 6.
            The Mandel story -saga of a family of founders. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 28.
            Col. D. R. Wolcott reminisces. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 35.
            Recapture earlier days in Garnett’s history. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 38.
            Photo: HP-1910 delivery wagon, Memories and Mules. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 69.
            Dfld Twp. High School debating society. 1911 photo. Mar. 15, 1956, p. 34.
            HP library to film NEWS for history. May 3, 1956, p. 4.
            History of Christmas carols dates back to year 1224. Nov. 22, 1956, p. 7. of  Special Section after p. 26.

HOLIDAYS

            Legion-VFW set Memorial Day rites. May 24, 1956, p. 3.
            Yacht Club invites public to July 4 fireworks display. June 28, 1956, p. 34.
            Veterans’ Day to be observed in HP Sunday. Nov. 8, 1956, p. 3.
            Religious groups schedule Christmas rites. Dec. 20, 1956, p. 3.   

HOMEMAKERS

            Homemaker Week special issue to include tips 'n gifts. May 10, 1956, p. 3.
            Recipe contest won by doctor, young housewife. May 17, 1956, p. 3. 

HOUSES/ESTATES

​​​​​​​            The Mandel story - saga of a family of  founders. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 28.*
            Victorian grace and elegance kept alive at Immerman home on Ravine Drive.  Mar. 8, 1956, p. 53.*
            Sam Sitzer home is example of well-designed efficiency. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 54.
            Turners own early Wright-designed house. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 66. * 
            Lake Michigan's beauty is integral part of HP home. Oct. 4, 1956, p. 2.
            Special section: Real Estate.
            Intruders pillage historic home on lakeshore bluff. House on site of old Port  Clinton lighthouse, 2693 Sheridan Rd. Nov. 8, 1956, p. 5. 

ILLINOIS

            1956 state aid to area schools totals $167,941. Feb. 9, 1956, p. 5.

INSECTS

            HP awaits 'invasion' of cicada. May 17, 1956, p. 5.

INTEGRATION

            Citizens' Committee to sponsor panel on 'Integration'. May 17, 1956, p. 6.

ISRAEL

            Arab-Israeli issue to be subject of 2 Tuxis Society talks. Apr. 26, 1956, p. 10.
            Israeli vice-consul to speak tomorrow at Reform Temple. May 17, 1956, p. 26.
            NS group backs Israel bond drive. Nov. 1, 1956, p. 41.  

JUNGLES

            Arthur Raff joins jungle expedition set of Guatemala. Feb. 2, 1956, p. 3.

KNOX,  EDWARD M.

            Story of a love affair:  Edward M. Knox and HP. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 30. *

KOEHLER, FRANK, Assistant city manager

            New assistant city mgr. begins duties. July 5, 1956, p. 3.
            City manager’s aid at work. Photo. July 12, 1956, p. 3.

LAKE COUNTY, IL

Mar.     County govt. – its importance,  topic of meet. Mar. 15, 1956, p. 4.
Aug.    Voters to fix fate of twp. collector post. Aug. 16, 1956, p. 3.
            Form safety commission to serve Lake County. Aug. 16, 1956, p. 5.
            Lake Cty. Safety group outlines plans. Aug. 23, 1956, p. 3.
            (Saturday Evening) Post praises Lake Cty. for excellent jury system. Aug. 23,  1956. p. 4.
Sept.    County Health Dept. question  to reopen in Nov. election. Sept. 6, 1956, p. 3.
            LWV  slates Health Dept. discussion. Sept. 13, 1956, p. 3.
            County health needs discussed. Sept. 27, 1956, p. 3.
Oct.     Lake County Medical Society will meet. Oct. 4, 1956, p. 4.
            Twp collector…stay or go? (ed.) Oct. 4, 1956, p. 4.
            School boards get summary on twp. post. Oct. 25, 1956, p. 3.
Nov.    Voice pros and cons of Health Dept. Nov. 1, 1956, p. 5.  
Dec.     Lake County goal Hungarian Relief Fund to be $6000. Dec. 20, 1956, p. 20.
            Forest Preserve petition filed in LC circuit court. Dec. 27, 1956, p. 3.

LAKE MICHIGAN

            Pk. District sets June 16 opening for HP beaches. June 7, 1956, p. 4.
            NS Yacht Club  regatta won by Schwandt. June 7, 1956, p. 44.
            Pk. District  supt. reports beach vandalism June 21, 1956, p. 3.
            Will they graduate at all. Photo: vandalism. June 28, 1956, p. 3.
            SSS Ceperly expands Sea Scout program. June 28, 1956, p. 10.
            State Dept. note clarifies beach property rights. July 26, 1956, p. 3.
            Schwandt, Kensik rescue three men off capsized boat. July 26, 1956, p. 5.
            NS Yacht Club has Coast Guard Auxiliary courtesy check. Aug. 2, 1956, p. 3.  
            Scout training saves family stalled in boat. Sept. 20, 1956, p. 4..
            Queen of the NS Yacht Club fleet; Gunter Schwandt takes club championship again. Sept. 27, 1956, p. 44.
            Lake Michigan's beauty is integral part of HP home. Oct. 4, 1956, p. 2. Special Section: Real Estate.

LARSON, ALBERT

            Albert Larson's golden year - a three-way celebration. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 52. *
            Albert Larson’s golden year marked by town board. Mar. 15, 1956, p. 7

LAWSUITS

            City case decision pending: Reingold vs City of Highland Park re: zoning. Mar. 22, 1956, p. 5.     

MANDEL, EDWIN FRANK

            The Mandel story -  a saga of a family of founders. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 28. *

MENKEY,  MRS. F. W. (Matilda)

            At 99, years, Mrs. Menkey is still interested in politics. Sept. 27, 1956, p. 5.

MOTION PICTURES

            Jay Heyman 'stars' in motion picture filmed in England. Jan. 5, 1956, p. 10.
            HP setting for motion picture. Oct. 11, 1956, p. 39.

MUSIC

Feb.     HP Reform Temple Sisterhood slates Menuhin concert. Feb. 2, 1956, p. 37.
            Music for children concert. Feb. 9, 1956, p. 26.
            HP Music Club to mark 28th year at meet. Feb. 16, 1956, p. 15.
            Highland Parkers help plan concert with Mr. Milstein. Feb. 16, 1956, p. 26.
May     NS Choral Society sponsors young artists' contest. May 3, 1956, p. 4.
            Highland Parkers to participate in Mothers' Day concert at HPHS. May 10,  1956, p. 13.
            Helen Hayes, Louis Armstrong scheduled for sclerosis benefit. May 31, 1956,  p. 16.
Aug.    Artists for coming Community Concert series announced. Aug. 9, 1956, p. 15.
Sept.    Cello soloist, Leonard Chausow, to be feature of KAM services.   Sept. 13, 1956,   p. 58.
Nov.    Gloria Lind, Highwood soprano, gets Lyric opera role. Nov. 1, 1956, p. 18A.
            Music Club to hold scholarship contest. Nov. 8, 1956, p.11.

NEW YEAR HOLIDAY

            2 HP infants share New Year spotlight: Doreen Harty, Nancy Neukranz.  Jan. 5, 1956, p. 3.

NORTH SHORE MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION

Mar.     Mental Health unit appoints exec. secy. Mar. 29, 1956, p. 20.
            Their hands aid Mental Health Clinic. Mar. 29, 1956, p. 27.
Apr.     North Shore Mental Health Assoc. seeks funds to aid program. Apr. 19, 1956. p.4.
May     Mental Health drive seeks contributions. May 3, 1956, p. 31.
Nov.    NS Mental Health Assoc. sets annual meeting for Mon. Nov. 8, 1956, p. 26.

NORTH SHORE SANITARY DISTRICT

            NS Sanitary District tells improvement progress. Sept. 6, 1956, p. 5. 

NURSES/NURSING

            Announce change in visiting nurse fees as of Mar. Feb. 23, 1956, p. 5.
            Visiting nurse plans to attend nat’l. conclave. Mar. 29, 1956, p. 4.
            New visiting nurse for two townships. June 7, 1956, p. 40.
            Medical advisers named by Visiting Nurse Association. Dec. 13, 1956, p. 5.

NURSING HOMES

   See also: Villa St. Cyril.

            Nuns to open aged home in August if work is done. July 12, 1956, p. 42.
            New Abbott House to open July 30. July 19, 1956, p. 39.  

OBITUARIES

* Indicates early settler or descendants thereof.

            Anderson, Mrs. Anton, homemaker. Mar. 22, 1956, p. 10.
            Anderson, Carl, N.Shore Railroad employee. July 5, 1956, p. 45.
            Anschuetz, Ralph F., sales representative. June 14, 1956, p.  62.
            Arnswald, Theodore H., carpenter. July 19, 1956, p. 46.
            Aten, Mrs. Alice M., homemaker. Dec. 20, 1956, p. 7
            Ayers, Miss Mary. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 6.
            Baird, Paul Dean. Feb. 23, 1956, p. 46.
            Baldino, Charles (Pasquale), laborer. Nov. 29, 1956, p. 8.
            Barr, Mrs. George, homemaker. Aug. 30, 1956, p. 7.
            Bench, Eugene Denton, employee: Tractomotive Corp. Jan. 26, 1956, p. 10.
            Benson, Mrs. Alfred, homemaker. Sept. 6, 1956, p. 42.
            Benson, Grant D., auto shop mgr. Aug. 9, 1956, p. 42.
            Berch, Mrs. Harry, homemaker. Sept. 13, 1956, p. 6. 
            Berglind,  Mrs. Emil, homemaker. Jan. 5, 1956, p. 10.
            Bernardi, Mrs. Angelo, homemaker. Feb. 2, 1956, p. 10.
            Bernardi, Pietro Renato, construction worker. Dec. 6, 1956, p. 50.
            Bernardini, Mrs. August, homemaker. May 24, 1956, p. 7. 
            Bertucci, Angelo, carpenter. May 3, 1956, p. 50.
            Bertucci, Battista, stone mason, WWI veteran. Nov. 1, 1956, p. 7.
            Bertucci, Gary Donald, infant. Feb. 2, 1956, p. 10
            Beverely, Ada C., nurse: WWI. Oct. 4, 1956, p. 7.
            Binder, Carroll, foreign affairs editor, Chicago Daily News. May 3, 1956, p. 50.
            Blacker, Mrs. Janet Tulin, homemaker. Dec. 20, 1956, p, 48.
            Blomdahl, Mrs. John, homemaker. Dec. 20, 1956, p. 7.
            Bloomfield, Andrew, railroad employee, founder: Benefit Assoc. of Railway Employees. May 10, 1956,  p. 46.
            Blosten, Milton. Aug. 30, 1956, p. 3.
            Bock, David Michael, infant. July 12, 1956, p. 45. 
            Boelter, Charlotte, piano teacher. Mar. 22, 1955, p. 10. 
            Boffer, Mrs. Peter, accident victim. Feb. 16, 1956, p. 7.
            Borchardt, Herman, general contractor. Dec. 27, 1956, p. 34.
            Boyd, Dr. Douglas, chairman HP Hospital Dept. of Medicine, Chief of staff.  Dec. 27, 1956, p. 3.
            Brotherton, Dorothy B., artist. Oct. 25, 1956, p. 7.
            Burns, Mrs. Nicholas, homemaker. Apr. 26, 1956, p. 7.
            Carengella, Paul. Nov. 8, 1956, p. 7.
            Carqueville, Alexander R., lithographer. Oct. 25, 1956, p. 7.
            Carroll, John Joseph. July 12, 1956, p. 54.
            Carver, Jonathan W., grocer, tennis player. May 24, 1956, p. 8.
            Casey, Rev. Vincent P., pastor: St. Norbert’s Church. Aug. 23, 1956, p. 6. 
            Chamberlain, George, CTA employee. Apr. 12, 1956, p. 54.
            Cioni, Virgil. Nov. 29, 1956, p. 10.   
            Clary, Nathaniel C., barber. Jan. 12, 1956, p. 37.
            Clausing, Karol Ann, infant. Nov. 1, 1956, p. 8.
            Cohn, Ruth B., homemaker. Aug. 23, 1956, p. 40.
            Colacicco, Fred A., post office worker. May 3, 1956, p. 50.
            Cole, Harold F., accident victim. May 24, 1956, p. 7.
            Connolly, Joseph W., railroad employee. Dec. 6, 1956, p. 60.
            Consalvo, Joseph, landscape gardener. Dec. 27, 1956, p. 34.
            Cook, Patrick David, child. July 26, 1956, p. 8.
            Cronkhite, Walter G. Sr., owner: TV repair service. June 14, 1956, p. 62.
            Crowley, Mrs. Gertrude O., homemaker. Nov. 8, 1956, p. 7.
            Daly, Mrs. Edward P., homemaker. Nov. 1, 1956, p. 8.
            Danakas, Eugenia, homemaker. Aug. 23, 1956, p. 40.
            D’Ancona, Harold, businessman. Aug. 23, 1956, p. 6.
            Danielson, Mrs. Nils Warner, homemaker. Aug. 16, 1956, p. 10.
            Daugherty, Mrs. Minnie, homemaker. Feb. 23, 1956, p. 46.
            Davis, Daniel, owner: dry-cleaning business. Oct. 4,1956, p. 7.
            Depres, Alexandre, shoe shop owner. July 5, 1956, p. 45.
            DeSantis, Mike, shoemaker. Jan. 12, 1956, p. 42.
            DeVlieg, Gerritt John, NBC radio engineer. Feb. 2, 1956, p. 10.
            Dombeck, Stanley, employee: Cadillac Motor Co. Oct. 18, 1956, p. 8.
            Droegemueller, Mrs. Ida, homemaker. Dec. 13, 1956, p. 8.
            Duffy, Thomas S., owner: HP Transfer Co.  & Duffy Furniture Store. Sept. 27, 1956, p. 7.
            Elson, Mrs. Nathan, homemaker. June 14, 1956, p. 62.
            Emerson, Arthur H. Sr., yarn broker. June 21, 1956, p. 7.
            Engelland, Mrs. Peter, homemaker. Feb. 23, 1956, p. 46.
            Evans, Mrs. Phillip H., homemaker. July 12, 1956, p. 54. 
            Ewer, Eva C., homemaker. June 7, 1956, p. 7.
            Faucett, James N. Sr., C&NW telegrapher, station agent. Sept. 20, 1956, p. 10.
            Ferrari, Onorato, landscape gardener. Dec. 6, 1956, p. 50.
            Fischel, Frederic A., attorney.  Apr. 12, 1956,  p. 54.
            Fleet, Mrs. Anna, homemaker. Dec. 27, 1956, p. 34.
            Foley, Carl J., president: C.J. Foley Paper Co. Feb. 16, 1956, p. 9.
            Frantom, Mrs. Jeanne, homemaker. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 6.
            Freberg. Lt. Frank, firefighter. Jan. 19, 1956, p. 3.
            Fregien, Edward, gardener. Nov. 29, 1956, p. 8.
            Freund, Gustav, vice-president: Visking Corp.  Nov. 1, 1956, p. 7.
            Friedman, Herbert J., attorney. Oct. 25, 1956, p. 7.
            Garland, Joseph H., credit manager. June 21, 1956, p. 7.
            Garrity, George, son of pioneer Highwood family. Apr. 26, 1956, p. 7. *
            Gentilini, Joseph. Dec. 27, 1956, p. 34.
            Gordon, Mrs. James, homemaker. Dec. 27, 1956, p. 34.
            Grady, Dr. Grover, physician. June 28, 1956, p.  5.
            Grandi, Angelo, partner: Boilini & Grandi Contractors. Sept. 20, 1956, p. 10.
            Green, Mrs. C. L., homemaker. Feb. 16, 1956, p. 9.
            Gunsteens, Gunsten Martin, artist. Nov. 29, 1956, p. 7.   
            Guthmann, William B. Jan. 12, 1956, p. 42.
            Hansen, Mrs. Bertha, homemaker. Dec. 27, 1956, p. 34.
            Hansmann, John, navy ensign. Mar. 15, 1956, p. 5.
            Hanson, Mrs. Henry, homemaker. Oct. 18, 1956, p. 8.
            Hanson, Nils A., gardener. Sept. 13, 1956, p. 6.
            Harper, Mrs. W. S., homemaker. Aug. 23, 1956, p. 6.
            Harris, Albert Arthur, Iredale Moving & Storage emp. Apr. 19, 1956, p. 8.
            Harty, Mrs. Edward, homemaker. Oct.18, 1956, p. 8.
            Hastings, Mrs. C. Howard, homemaker. Dec. 20, 1956, p. 7.
            Heineman, Henry, attorney. May 24, 1956, p. 10.
            Heller, Sol, investment broker. Aug. 9, 1956, p. 42. 
            Hering, William Christian, cabinet maker. Jan. 19, 1956, p. 9.
            Hesler, George C., sheet metal worker. Mar. 15, 1956, p. 54.
            Hirsch, Joseph W., investment broker. Sept. 6, 1956, p. 42.
            Hirschberg, Mrs. Sylvan, agent: Shearson, Hammill & Co. Feb. 9, 1956, p. 42.
            Hoermann, Mrs. William, homemaker. Oct. 18, 1956, p. 8.
            Hook, Edward Calvin, merchant. July 12, 1956, p. 54.
            Hook, Mrs. Nathan J.,  homemaker. Aug. 30, 1956, p. 8. *
            Huber, Edward George.  Health & Safety Commissioner, HP. Dec. 6, 1956, p. 50.
            Huehl, Henry, gardener, railroad employee. Mar. 15, 1956, p. 54.
            Hundley, Wilber E., owner: Hundley Electrical Service. Oct. 4, 1956, p. 7.
            Hutchinson, George A. Sr.,  banker. Oct. 4, 1956, p. 7.
            Inman, Everett O., owner: Inman Decorating Service. June 7, 1956, p. 7.
            Jerome, Mrs. Earl Reed, homemaker. Nov. 29, 1956, p. 10.
            Johnson, Mrs. Gunnard, homemaker. Oct. 18, 1956, p. 8.
            Jones, Mrs. William B., homemaker. Nov. 15, 1956, p. 5.  
            Kildew, Clarence J., employee: Nelson Motors. June 21, 1956, p. 7.
            Koepke, Walter C., office supply  salesman. Aug. 9, 1956, p. 42.
            Kolteman, Mrs. Frank, homemaker. Oct. 11, 1956, p. 7.
            Korich, Milan. Mar. 22, 1956, p. 10.
            Lacy, Mrs. Van A., homemaker. Oct. 11, 1956, p. 7. 
            Lamb, Elizabeth. May 24, 1956, p. 10.
            Lanigan, Mrs. Frank, homemaker. Oct. 11, 1956, p. 7. 
            Larsen, Mrs. James P., homemaker. Feb. 16, 1956, p. 7.
            Laurie, Mrs. William Bruce, homemaker. Dec. 6, 1956, p. 50.
            Lawrentz, Otto Herman, railroad employee. Mar. 22, 1956, p. 10.
            Lehmkuhl, Margaret, Ill. Bell supervisor. Aug. 23, 1956, p. 40. 
            Lenzini, Samuel, truck driver. July 19, 1956, p. 46.
            Leskie, Mrs. William, homemaker. Oct. 11, 1956, p. 7.
            Leuer, Mary Elizabeth (Sister Catherine Sienna) Oct. 4, 1956, p. 7.
            Levy, Milton, men’s clothing manufacturer. Apr. 19, 1956, p. 8.
            Lindsay, Mrs. Mary, homemaker. Nov. 29, 1956, p. 7. 
            Llewellyn, Frank G., painter, WWI veteran. Jan. 5, 1956, p. 10.
            Long, Charles. Mar. 22, 1956, p. 10.
            Low, Mrs. Edward B., homemaker. Dec. 6, 1956, p. 50. 
            Lowe, Fred Dewey, partner: Inman & Lowe, painting contractors. Nov. 8, 1956,  p. 7.
            Luitgarden, Mrs. Theodore, homemaker. Nov. 22, 1956, p. 6.
            McDavitt, Barbara. Jan. 5, 1956, p. 10.
            McMahon, John, railroad conductor. Dec. 27, 1956, p. 34.
            Marcucci, Mrs. Casimira, homemaker. Nov. 29, 1956, p. 7.
            Martineau, John B., attorney. June 14, 1956, p. 5.
            Mazzini, Abraham. Nov. 8, 1956, p. 7.
            Mercer, Charles J., travel agent. Dec. 13, 1956, p.  8.
            Meyer, Mrs. Karl A., army  nurse: WWI & WWII. Oct. 18, 1956, p. 7.
            Minorini, Josephine, homemaker. July 19, 1956, p. 36.
            Minorini, Theodore, landscape gardener. Nov. 29, 1956, p. 8. 
            Moon, Raymond E., sales mgr.: Universal Pictures, N.Y. July 19, 1956, p. 36.
            Mooney, Joseph. Aug. 23, 1956, p. 8.
            Mooney, Miss Mary Ellen, descendant of early settler James Mooney. Dec. 20, 1956, p. 7. *
            Morani, Antonio. Aug. 30, 1956, p. 8.
            Muehlberg, Wallace W., investment councilor. Nov. 8, 1956, p. 7.
            Mullins, Charles E., salesman. Sept. 13, 1956, p. 6.
            Murphy, Mrs. Cornelius, homemaker. Mar. 1, 1956,   p. 10.
            Nathan, Martin. Aug. 9, 1956, p. 42.
            Neary, Patrick. Sept. 6, 1956, p. 42. 
            Nichols, Harry W., sporting goods merchant. July 19, 1956, p. 46.
            Newmeyer, Harry J., carpenter. Dec. 27, 1956, p. 34.
            Nolan, Mrs. James, homemaker. Dec. 27, 1956, p. 34.
            Odell, Carl, organizer: Allstate Insurance Co. Dec. 27, 1956, p. 34. 
            Oggel, Leo T., newspaper publisher. Jan. 19, 1956, p. 9.
            O’Leari, Peter, gardener. Mar. 22, 1956, p. 10.
            Oliver, John, former mayor Highland Park. Nov. 15, 1956, p. 5.
            Olsen, George, painter. Jan. 12, 1956, p. 42.
            Olsen, James Franklin, Executive: General American Transportation Corp.  Mar. 1, 1956, p. 10.
            Oppenheimer, Arthur M., president: Consolidated Ribbon & Carbon Co. May 10, 1956, p. 46.
            Ori, Cesare, stone mason. Aug. 23, 1956, p. 40.
            Parker, Thomas G., WWII  veteran. June 28, 1956, p. 46.
            Pasquesi, Mrs. Dante, homemaker. May 17, 1956, p. 76.
            Pasquesi, Sante, partner: Pasquesi Bros. Express Co. June 28, 1956, p. 46.
            Passini, Giacoma, construction worker. Apr. 19, 1956, p. 8.
            Perry, Sgt. Richard B., accident victim. Nov. 8, 1956, p. 7.  
            Petersen, Carl E., in automobile business. Feb. 16, 1956, p. 7.
            Petersen, Mrs. Carl, homemaker. Sept. 13, 1956, p. 6. 
            Peterson, Mrs. Frank, homemaker. Mar. 15, 1956, p. 54.
            Peterson, Vernon A., attorney. May 31, 1956, p. 8.
            Phelan, Thomas P., Cook County Hospital employee. Apr. 12, 1956, p. 54.
            Persol, Anne, homemaker. July 19, 1956, p. 46.
            Radonsky, Mrs. Eva G., homemaker. Nov. 29, 1956, p. 8.
            Reynolds, Harry C., WWI  veteran. Aug. 16, 1956, p. 10.
            Richman, Fred W.,  comptroller: Lake Forest College. June 28, 1956, p. 46.
            Rioux, Shirley, homemaker. Mar. 15, 1956, p. 54.
            Robinson, Mrs. Ralph R., homemaker. Apr. 19, 1956, p. 8.
            Rogan, Michael, employee: Highland Park Street Dept. May 10, 1956, p. 8.
            Rohr, William, railroad employee. Oct. 11, 1956, p. 49.
            Ronzani, Anthony, WWII veteran.  June 28, 1956, p. 46.
            Rosenberg, Harry, clarinetist, music teacher. June 7, 1956, p. 7.   
            Rosenblum, Nathan J., businessman. Jan. 5, 1956, p. 10
            Ross, Mrs. Victor, homemaker. Mar. 1, 1956, p. 10.
            Rossetter, Mrs. George, homemaker. Oct. 25, 1956, p. 10.
            Rubens, Mrs. Charles, trustee: HP Hospital, board member HP Public Library,  Nov. 22, 1956, p. 6. 
            Rubenstein, Louis S., merchant. Apr. 12, 1956, p. 54.
            Rudd, Mrs. Charles H., homemaker. Mar. 22, 1956, p. 10.
            Salyards, Mrs. William E., homemaker. Apr. 5, 1956, p. 50.
            Sandwick, Richard L., Deerfield-Shields HS superintendent. Nov. 8, 1956, p. 4.
            Sawyer, Mrs. Albert I., homemaker. Aug. 2, 1956, p. 8.
            Scheskie, Henry F., contractor. Aug. 16, 1956, p. 10.
            Scheskie, Richard, child. Aug. 16, 1956, p. 10.
            Schmidley, Oscar J., partner: McNanly & Schmidley. June 14, 1956, p. 62. 
            Scott, Mrs. W. W., homemaker. May 17, 1956, p. 76.
            Seiffert, Raymond, former postmaster, Highland Park. Nov. 29, 1956, p. 7.
            Selonke, Mrs. Roy C, homemaker. June 14, 1956, p. 62.
            Sheahen, Mrs. James, homemaker. Sept. 27, 1956, p. 8.  
            Sickle, Max S., attorney. May 17, 1956, p. 76.
            Simpson, Harold, employee: Arwell Co. Dec. 13, 1956, p. 7.
            Sister Catherine Sienna, (Leuer, Mary Elizabeth) Oct. 4, 1956, p. 7.
            Smith, Mrs. John, homemaker. Sept.27, 1956, p. 7.
            Smith, William H., HP Water Dept. employee, Aug. 2, 1956, p. 8.
            Sonnenschein, Hugo, attorney. Sept. 6, 1956, p. 42.
            Spertus, Mrs. Meriam, homemaker. Oct. 25, 1956, p. 7.
            Stanger, Clara, homemaker. Oct. 4, 1956, p. 7.
            Steinberg, Boris, president: Metal Dealers’ Div. Nat’l. Assoc. Waste Materials  Dealers, Inc. Nov. 22, 1956, p. 6.      
            Tagliapietra, Mrs. John, homemaker. Jan. 19, 1956, p. 9.
            Timm, Ellen Zigener, HP Hospital employee. Aug. 23, 1956, p. 6.
            Titman, George R. Aug. 9, 1956, p. 42.
            Tobiasson, Claudius A., carpenter. Aug. 23, 1956, p. 10. 
            Tomajan, Don K., vice-president: Pushman Bros. Rug Co. May  10, 1956, p. 8.
            Torgerson, Mrs. Jennie R., decorator. Apr. 12, 1956, p. 54.
            Traina, Candido. June 28, 1956. p. 46.
            Trucano, Mrs. John, homemaker. June 21, 1956, p. 7.
            Tyler, Mary Ellen, artist, violinist. July 12, 1956, p. 54. 
            Udell, Bertram B., printer, publisher: H.P. Press. May 17, 1956, p. 76.
            Vetter, Mrs. Arthur, homemaker. Oct. 18, 1956, p. 7.
            Voigt,  Mrs. Hugo, homemaker. May 3, 1956, p. 50.
            Wadsworth, Mrs. George Sr., secretary. Apr. 19, 1954, p. 8.
            Walsh, Thomas. Feb. 23, 1956, p. 46.
            Walton, Mrs. Clara K., Lincoln School teacher. Dec. 13, 1956, p. 7.
            Ward, Mariedythe, NEWS reporter. May 10, 1956, p. 46.
            Ware, Mrs. Irwin R., homemaker. May 3, 1956, p. 50.
            Watkins, Glenn, railroad conductor. May 17, 1956, p. 76.
            Weinstein, Edward B., president: Wm. Greiner Co., Apr. 12, 1956, p. 54. 
            Werhane, Charles William, feed & tackle merchant. Jan. 19, 1956, p. 9.
            Werhane, Mrs. Charles W., homemaker. June 14, 1956, p. 62.
            White, James S., firearms collector. Nov. 1, 1956, p. 7. 
            Whitebread, Mrs. Percival, homemaker. June 7, 1956, p. 7.
            Whitfield, Mrs. Malcom, homemaker. June 21, 1956, p. 8.
            Weidlich, William. Aug. 30, 1956, p. 7.
            Wilcox, Walter L., chief engineer: Glenview Naval Air Station. Sept. 13, 1956, p. 6. 
            Wilder, Thomas M., artist/ teacher. June 21, 1956, p. 5.
            Wolf, Carl L., civic leader. July 5, 1956, p. 5.
            Young, Miner T., Mar. 8, 1956, p. 6.
            Zolla, Adolph, diamond broker. Apr. 26, 1956, p. 7. 

PARKING

Jan.      NS right of way will be cleared for parking lot. Jan. 26, 1956, p. 3.
Mar.     Self-service for paying meter fines. Mar. 1, 1956, p. 3.
            Parking facilities will be increased in business area. Mar. 2, 1956, p. 5.
Aug.    New parking lot opening, more coming. Aug. 9, 1956, p. 3.
            City plan calls for gating municipal lots. Aug. 30, 1956, p. 3.
Sept.    No Parking has just one meaning - NO PARKING. Sept. 6, 1956, p. 4.
Oct.     City approves new parking area. Oct. 11, 1956, p. 3.
            City decries Edens-Clavey  peril, restudies parking. Oct. 25, 1956, p. 3.
Nov.    HP Chamber holds parking project meet. Nov. 1, 1956, p. 3.
            Tape-cutting opens new parking lot. Nov. 15, 1956, p. 3.
            Map of parking areas. Nov. 22, 1956, p12-13, special section.
Dec.     Private parking lot will hold 70 cars. Dec. 6, 1956. p. 5. of Deerfield Christmas  Preview section following p. 26.

PARKS/RECREATION

Feb.     Wednesday slated for Sunset Park camp registration. Feb. 23, 1956, p. 18.
Mar.     Myriads of parks feature facilities for family fun. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 10-A.
            They're in charge of recreation here. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 11.
May     Play facilities too inadequate says committee. May 3, 1956, p. 4.
            New painting classes at Recreation Center. May 3, 1956, p. 4.
June     HP Recreation Department expands summer schedule, June 7, 1956, p. 4.
            Center organizes youth art classes. June 7, 1956, p. 10. 
            Playgrounds begin 7-week program at school, park. June 21, 1956, p. 28    
            Local playground activities begin with large turnout. June 21, 1956, p. 36.
Dec.     New family social center planned for Highland Park. Dec. 27, 1956, p. 8.

PATTEN, EDWARD B., Chief of Police

            Edward B. Patten retires as Chief of Police here. Jan. 5, 1956, p. 3.

PFANSTIEHL, CARL

            Inventor. Photo. Mar. 8, 1956, p, 31. *
            See also: Col. R. D. Wolcott reminisces. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 35-42.

PHYSICIANS

            Dr. August Daro speaks to College of Surgeons. Feb. 23, 1956, p. 10.
            Dr. Grover Grady dies Saturday at summer home. June 28, 1956, p. 5.
            Lake County Medical Society will meet. Oct. 4, 1956, p.   4.

POLIO

Jan.      18 Are named district heads in polio drive., Jan. 5, 1956, p. 3.
            'March' time in Hwd., many join polio drive. Jan. 12, 1956, p. 5.
            Polio foundation cites HP Hospital. Jan. 19, 1956, p. 21.
Mar.     Plan surprise party for polio victim Mrs. M. Millman. Mar. 1, 1956, p. 7.
Aug.    Camporeale son  placed in iron lung at Evanston Hosp. Aug. 9, 1956, p. 3.
            Richard Camporeale  still in iron lung; no new polio cases. Aug. 16, 1956, p. 10.
Oct.     Camporeales find words inadequate. Oct. 11, 1956, p. 12.

POLITICAL PARTIES

            Local Republicans plan HP meeting to talk strategy. Aug. 23, 1956, p. 3.
            Eisenhower group announces leader for election drive. Aug. 23, 1956, p. 7.
            Ike backers name precinct captains. Sept. 6, 1956, p. 5.
            Dems slate social hour to introduce local candidates. Sept. 13, 1956, p. 5.
            Vote-getters workshop set by Democrats. Sept. 13, 1956, p. 5.
            Halleck to speak at GOP conclave. Sept.13, 1956, p. 5.
            GOPs choose block workers. Sept. 20, 1956, p. 3.
            HP volunteers open Stevenson-Kefauver information office. Sept. 20, 1956, p. 8.
            Demos fete Mrs. Paul Douglas. Oct. 18, 1956, p. 24.  

POPULATION

            Dr. Philip Hauser to discuss suburb population problem. Jan. 12, 1956, p. 18.
            1916 census jolts city officials. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 49. *

RADIO

            HP 'Ham' finally will get reward for Tibet contact. Mar. 1, 1956, p. 5.

RAILROADS

Jan.      NS right of way will be cleared for parking lot. Jan. 26, 1956, p. 3.
Mar.     From stage coach to streamliner - North Western aids Highland Park.  Mar. 8, 1956, p. 6. *
            C&NW completes crossing survey of Highwood Ave. Mar. 15, 1956, p. 3.
Apr.     Shore Line track removal here to take another month. Apr. 5, 1956, p. 5.
July      C&NW RR adds new 2 deck cars for suburban use. July 12, 1956, p. 39.
Oct.     Railway schedules modern protective gates in HP, Hwd. Oct. 11, 1956,  p. 8.
Dec.     Civic Assn. opposes train removal action. Dec. 13, 1956, p. 64. 

RAVINIA FESTIVAL

            Outline programs scheduled for Ravinia's 21st season. Feb. 9, 1956, p. 9.
            Ravinia Festival cancels June 23 opening. Apr. 5, 1956, p. 14.
            Marian Anderson will open Ravinia Festival Tuesday. June 21, 1956, p. 5.
            Ravinia lists movies, films scheduled for coming week. June 28, 1956, p. 5.
            Claude Rains to narrate Copland’s Ravinia concert. July 19, 1956, p. 27.
            Attendance records set at Ravinia. Aug. 16, 1956, p. 10.

REAL ESTATE

            Special Section: Real Estate & Home Furnishings. Oct. 4, 1956, following p. 26.

REFUGEES

            Fort Sheridan to shelter refugees. Dec. 13, 1956, p. 58.
            The wonder of America: a 'wish book'. Gambel  family from Trieste.  Dec. 20, 1956, p. 24. 

ROADS AND STREETS

            May start work on overpass this year. Jan. 12, 1956, p. 3.
            May extend Park Ave. paving. Mar. 1, 1956, p. 3
            Paving of Beverly Place awaits approval of bonds. May 24, 1956, p. 3.
            '56 seal coating program approved by council. June 7, 1956, p. 3.
            Construction firm prepares Beverly Place for paving. June 21, 1956, p. 3.
            HP uses new road surfacing method. Aug. 9, 1956, p. 3.
            HP council accepts bids for Braeside resurfacing. Aug. 16, 1956, p. 5.
            City decries Edens-Clavey  peril, restudies parking.  Oct. 25, 1956, p. 3.
            County, state officials discuss road problems. Dec. 13, 1956, p. 5.
            State okays intersection improvement - Green Bay & Highwood. Dec. 20, 1956,  p. 4. 

ROOSEVELT, ELEANOR

            Eleanor Roosevelt slated to speak at bond drive dinner. Sept. 20, 1956, p. 21.
            Mrs. Roosevelt to address ‘400’. Oct. 25, 1956, p. 14.

RUSSIA

            Russians prove Socialism isn’t the answer: Wilbur. Oct. 18, 1956, p. 5.   

SAFETY

    See also: Citizens' Safety Council of Highland Park.

Jan.      Citizen's Safety Council to meet. Jan. 12, 1956, p. 5.
Apr.     HP’s  traffic death record worst in vicinity. Apr. 5, 1956, p. 3.
            Highland Park traffic safety box score. Apr. 5, 1956, p. 4.
  Safety Council cites driving problems here. Apr. 19, 1956,  p. 3.
June     2500 posters to spotlight safety drive. June 14, 1956. p 5.
July      HP Citizens Safety Council launches membership drive. July 26, 1956, p. 5.
Aug.    Safety Council to hold open meeting. Aug. 2, 1956, p. 5.
HP Safety Council opens drive. Aug. 09, 1956, p. 5. 
            Safety is everybody’s job, theme of public meeting. Aug. 16, 1956, p. 3.
            It's school time again - give the kids a BRAKE. Aug. 30, 1956, p. 4.
Sept.    Child safety is topic for fall meeting. Sept. 6, 1956, p. 7. 
            Officials meet to unify city's school patrols. Sept. 13, 1956, p. 3.
            Lincoln tests bike riders for safety. Sept. 27, 1956, p. 36.
Oct.     Young and old represented at Safety Council meeting.    Oct. 4, 1956, p. 8.
            Red Cross offers classes in first aid and water safety. Oct. 18, 1956, p. 20.
Dec.     Oak Terrace PTA hears bike safety program outlined. Dec. 13, 1956, p. 21. 

SAILING

            NS Yacht Club regatta won by Schwandt. June 7, 1956, p. 44.
            NS Yacht Club has Coast Guard Auxiliary courtesy check. Aug. 2, 1956, p. 32.
            Queen of the NS Yacht Club fleet; Gunter Schwandt takes club championship again. Sept. 27, 1956, p. 44.

SANDWICK, RICHARD L. Superintendent: Deerfield-Shields High School

            R. L. Sandwick dead at 85. Nov. 8, 1956, p. 4.
            Memorial statement. Nov. 15, 1956, p. 5.
            Richard Sandwick memorial will be scholarship fund. Nov. 29, 1956, p. 4.

SCHMEIG, Anthony  - Chief of Police, Highland Park

            Naval cmdr. named HP's police chief. Feb. 23, 1956, p. 3.
            City welcomes new police chief.  Apr. 19, 1956, p. 3.
            Chief Schmeig earns navy commendation. Apr. 19, 1956, p. 6.
            Chief Schmeig reveals plans to Rotary Club members. May 17, 1956, p. 5.
            HP traffic code bans business dist. U-turns. Column by Schmeig. June 21, 1956.   p. 4.
            Compact business district is help, hazard to citizens. June 28, 1956, p. 4.
            Turn signals are display of courtesy and safety. July 5, 1956, p. 4.
            Chief Schmieg – practical, progressive. (ed.) July 12, 1956, p. 4.
            Best rule: stay put when alarm sounds. Aug. 2, 1956. p. 4.

SCHOOLS

Feb.     1956 state aid to area schools total $167,941. Feb. 9,1956, p. 5.
Mar.     Parochial school board. Photo.  Description of Immaculate Conception Catholic School. Mar. 8, 1956,  p. 7.
            Ravinia Nursery pioneer in field of child education. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 10. *
            Community nursery school fills need. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 74.
            Nursery school to celebrate fifth birthday. Mar. 15, 1956, p. 10.
Apr.     Voters to choose board of education members April 14,  Apr. 5, 1956, p. 4.
            School districts to hold board elections Saturday. Apr. 12, 1956, p. 3.
            School board members elected by fraction vote. Apr. 19, 1956, p. 3.
Jun       Parochial school, Immaculate Conception graduates 53 pupils. June 14, 1956, p. 13.
Oct.     School boards get summary on twp. post. Oct. 25, 1956, p. 3.
Nov.    HS leaders meet in city. Nov. 8, 1956, p. 5.
            School boards meet with administrators to discuss problems. Nov. 8, 1956, p. 8.
            Panel program on Catholic education slated for Nov. 18.  Nov. 8, 1956, p. 8.  

SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 107

Feb.     District 107 seeks board candidates. Feb. 9, 1956, p. 4.
Mar.     Census to be taken in School District 107. Mar. 1, 1956, p. 5.
            District 107 school board. Photo. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 13.
            Dist. 107 board to ask for higher educational rate. Mar. 22, 1956, p. 5.
Apr.     District 107 board to discuss problems. Apr., 5, 1956, p. 5.
May     Elm Place to graduate 92 students. May 31, 1956, p. 3.
Aug.    School Dist. 107 states requirements to register new pupil. Aug. 16, 1956, p. 11.
            Nine teachers to join staff of HP District 107. Aug. 23, 1956, p. 5.
            School District 107 names Robert Weber business assistant. Aug. 23, 1956, p.30.
            How much homework shall we assign? Photo: new teachers. Aug. 30, 1956, p. 3.
Nov.    Little Red Schoolhouse- 1956 version. Nov. 29, 1956, p. 3.

SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 108

            Public invited to attend District108 caucus meeting.  Jan. 26, 1956, p. 5.
            District 108 plans summer workshop in Ravinia school. May 24, 1956, p. 5.
            School District 108 speeds work, has 16 new teachers. Aug. 23, 1956, p. 5.
            Financial statement. Oct. 4, 1956, p. 28. 

SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 109

Jan.      Deerfield PTAs to hold school board caucus. Jan. 19, 1956, p. 5.
Mar.     District  109 school board. Photo. Mar. 8, 1956,  p. 15.
Oct.     Financial  statement. Oct. 4, 1956, p. 36.
            Financial  statement. Oct. 11, 1956, p. 24.

SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 111

Feb.     Public invited to District 111 caucus meeting. Feb. 9, 1956, p. 4.
Mar.     Study report card system. Mar. 15, 1956, p. 5.
Apr.     Committee studies new bus schedule for District 111. Apr.19, 1956, p. 5.
            Board of education in 111 names new grade school. Apr. 19, 1956, p. 5.
            Committee delays bus route change. Apr. 26, 1956, p. 5.
May     Break ground for new school. May 17, 1956, p. 3.
July      School District 111 to get bids, have hearing on Aug. 21. July 12, 1956, p. 5.
Sept.    3 teaching positions created to meet Oak Terrace needs. Sept. 6, 1956, p. 25.
Oct.     Dist. 111 schools  filled: Thomas. Oct. 4, 1956, p.   5.
            Financial statement. Oct. 22, 1956, p. 36.
            District 111 to transfer 300 pupils to new Wayne A. Thomas School. Nov. 22,  1956, p. 5.  

SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 113, Highland Park High School

    See also: Highland Park High School

Feb.     District 113 school board sets Mar. 10 referendum. Feb. 23, 1956, p. 3.
Mar.     High school referendum is Sat. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 5.
            Highland Park High School board. Photo. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 18.
            HS issues carry 9-1 in election. Mar. 15, 1956, p. 4.
Sept.    Annual financial statement. Sept. 27, 1956, p. 34. 

SENIOR CITIZENS

Feb.     NS Seniors celebrate 1st anniversary Tuesday. Feb. 2, 1956, p. 24
Mar.     Nuns ask to run old age home at RR bldg. Mar. 15, 1956, p. 5.
            Plan Montgomery film for spring meeting on old-age problems. Mar. 29, 1956.  p. 19.
Apr.     Older adult group to meet Wed. in Winnetka House. Apr. 5, 1956, p. 20.
May     Age need not be employment barrier, committee contends.  May 3,1956, p. 10.
            Retirement plans slated for panel discussion. May 17, 1956, p. 6.
June     NS older adults elect officers, ask for charter. June 14, 1956, p. 46.
            NS Seniors plan coordinated fall ‘Citizens’  Day’. June 28, 1956, p. 11.
July      Nuns to open aged home in August if work is done. July 12, 1956, p. 42.
Sept.    At 99 years, Mrs. Menkey is still interested in politics. Sept. 27, 1956, p. 5.
            N. Shore to honor its senior citizens Sept. 27, 1956, p. 26.
Oct,     North Shore Senior Citizens Day to be celebrated Wed. in Winnetka.  Oct. 11, 1956, p. 49.
            2 Highland Parkers mark their 99th birthdays this Nov.- Justine Garbolet, Wlliam Ralph Sr. Nov. 22, 1956, p. 4.

SEWER SYSTEMS

            City council hears report on HP sewerage system. Oct. 18, 1956, p. 3.
            Chicago firm gets sewer contract. Nov. 22, 1956, p. 5.
            Sewage plant contract goes to NS firm. Dec. 27, 1956, p. 3. 

SIDEWALKS

            Plan commission passes Green Bay sidewalk plat. Aug .23, 1956, p. 3.

SNYDER, RALPH, Highland Park City Manager

            Jaycees to cite HP city manager. June 14, 1956, p. 7. 

SPORTS

            Nancy O'Connell captures tennis spotlight. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 39.
            HP grads to play in Rose, Orange bowls: Fred Harris, Ralph Herbst. Dec. 27, 1956. p. 24.

STEVENSON, ADLAI

            Bowles will speak at Stevenson rally. Oct. 4, 1956, p. 5.

STREET LIGHTING

            Overrule legal protests to lighting assessments. Sept. 13, 1956, p. 3. 

SUBURBS

            Dr. Philip Hauser to discuss suburb population problem. Jan. 12, 1956, p. 18.
            Suburban home building report. Oct. 4, 1956, p. 1. Real Estate Section after p. 26.

SUNSET TERRACE

            Sunset Terrace Association plans town meeting. Wed. Nov. 8, 1956, p. 7.

SWEDEN

            Swedish program to be given Sun. at Zion Lutheran. Apr. 26, 1956, p. 6.

SWIMMING POOLS

            Swimming pool backers strive to reach goal. Jan. 26, 1956, p, p. 5.
            Swimming pool fund report. Feb. 2, 1956, p. 4.
            Swimming pool fund report. Mar. 15, 1956, p. 4.
            Highwood police aid pool fund. Apr. 12, 1956, p. 20.
            Swimming pool fund drive to get new board. Aug. 16, 1956, p. 5.
            Moraine pool now completed. Aug. 16, 1956, p. 39.
            Jaycees contribute $750 to swimming pool fund. Nov. 15, 1956, p. 12.

TAXATION/TAXES

Jan.      Mayor Cushman will participate in tax panel. Jan. 5, 1956, p. 4.
Apr.     Good news for taxpayers – cut twp. tax. Apr. 5, 1956, p. 5.
June     HP revenue to increase; taxes same. June 28, 1956, p. 3.
            HP collects $72,742 in tax kickback. June 28, 1956, p. 5. 
July      ’55 twp. tax shows higher than ‘54/ July 19, 1956, p. 3.
            Tax rate comparison table. July 19, 1956, p. 3.
Aug.    Your property tax dollar: where it comes from – where it will go. Chart.  Aug. 2, 1956, p. 5.
            HP to mail notices Aug. 16 on 2 special assessments. Aug. 9, 1956, p. 4.
Sept.    Overrule legal protests to lighting assessments. Sept. 13, 1956, p. 3.  
Oct.     Blue Ballot clears way for higher taxes on homes. Oct. 11, 1956, p.5.
            Tax amendment would ease burden: Cushman. Oct. 25, 1956, p. 3.
Nov.    Mayor Cushman raps Blue Ballot opposition tactics. Nov. 1, 1956, p. 4.

TAXICABS

            45 years of taxi driving brings many adventures to George Ralph. Mar. 8, 1956,  p. 56. *

TEACHERS

            HP teacher Ruth Greenwald wins merit fellowship for summer study. Feb. 23,  1956,p. 10.
            HPHS teacher Ruth Greenwald attends seminar. Aug. 23, 1956, p. 25.
            New Wilson book discloses what makes teachers tick. Sept. 13, 1956, p. 23.

TEENAGERS

            Teen age driving. Schmeig column.  Oct. 11, 1956, p. 4.
            Teen age driving. Schmeig column.  Oct. 18, 1956, p. 4.
            Teen age driving. Schmeig column.  Oct. 25, 1956, p. 4.
            Boys 8-16 invited to join youth club sponsored by police. Dec. 27, 1956, p. 4.  

TELEPHONES

            Telephone Co. compares new, old year's expenses. Jan. 12, 1956, p. 4.
            Phoning Wheeling? Just dial it: 511. Feb. 2, 1956, p. 4.
            Crank or dial, phones have a familiar ring. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 84. *
            HP-Hwd. phones get new exchange. Mar. 29, 1956,  p. 4.
            HP Hospital expands telephone facilities for better service. Aug. 9, 1956, p. 3.

THEATER

May     Music Theater to open here 'on schedule'. May 10, 1956, p. 4. 
            Tenthouse Theater to open in June. May 10, 1956, p. 32.
            Political farce opens Tenthouse season June 8., May 24, 1956, p. 12.
June     Music Theater's 'Kismet' features unusual staging. June 7, 1956, p. 48.
July      Cole Porter show to open Monday at Music Theater. July 5, 1956, p. 13.
            ‘Desperate Hours’ takes tent bow Tuesday evening. July 5, 1956, p. 15.
Dec.     Lease Music Theatre to Herb Rogers. Dec. 27, 1956, p. 7. 

TRAFFIC

Apr.     HP’s  traffic death record worst in vicinity. Apr. 5, 1956, p. 3.
            Highland Park traffic safety box score. Apr. 5, 1956, p. 4.
June     HP traffic code bans business district U-turn. June 21, 1956, p. 4.
July      Turn signals are display of courtesy and safety. July 5, 1956, p. 4.
            Citizens protest police’s traffic law enforcement. July 19, 1956, p. 4.
            Civic group seeks new traffic light. July 19, 1956, p. 5.
            Traffic control devices safeguard YOU-obey them July 26, 1956, p. 4.
Aug.    Traffic commission plan to receive 90 day trial. Aug. 16, 1956, p. 3.
            Standard HP traffic signs deserve similar obedience. Aug. 16, 1956, p. 4.
            Council passes resolution asking state traffic aid. Aug. 30, 1956, p. 3.
Sept.    Hwd. council asked to reduce traffic danger. Sept. 20, 1956, p. 5.
Oct.     Hwd. studies Oak Terrace traffic snarl. Oct. 4, 1956, p. 3.
Dec.     Traffic enforcement. Schmeig column. Dec. 13, 1956, p. 4.
            Traffic warning system. Schmeig column. Dec. 27, 1956, p. 4.
            Local Safety Council urges observance of traffic laws. Dec.27, 1956, p. 5.  

TRANSPORTATION

            Transit habits being studied. Apr. 19, 1956, p. 6.
            Transportation survey form. May 17, 1956, p. 4.
            Board asks help in travel survey. May 17, 1956, p. 4.           

TREES

            Garden Club plans open meet Feb. 9 on elm disease. Feb. 2, 1956, p. 5.
            Start elm-treating program. Mar. 22, 1956, p. 3.
            Dutch elm control program opens. Mar. 29, 1956, p. 3.
            Dutch elm disease control requires help of citizens. July 26, 1956, p. 4.
            Three HP officials will attend Chicago Dutch elm conclave. Nov. 8, 1956, p. 4.   

UNITED STATES POST OFFICE

            Need mail carriers says HP postmaster. Jan. 19, 1956, p. 4.
            'Big Bug' is postal emissary. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 44.
            Raymond F. Seiffert resigns after 30 years with post office. June 21, 1956, p. 5.
            Post Office cites mailman for saving HP child’s life. Nov. 8, 1956, p. 5.
            Post Office reveals services available for Christmas rush. Nov. 15, 1956, p. 4.
            Post Office reveals services available for Christmas rush. Dec. 6, 1956, p. 28.
            Post Office avalanched with HP mail. Dec. 20, 1956, p. 3.   

UTILITIES

            Public Service set to open new office. Jan. 26, 1956, p. 4.
            Hats off to Public Service Co., lights on for Highland Parkers. Mar. 15, 1956,  p. 24. *
            North Shore Gas Co. reports growth like Highland Park. Mar. 15, 1956, p. 33. *
            Gas Company OK’s 1300 heating units. Mar. 29, 1956, p. 4.

VETERANS

            Highland Parkers active in vets’ groups here. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 67.

VILLA ST. CYRIL

            Nuns to open aged home in August if work is done. July 12, 1956, p. 42.   

WATER

Jan.      Fluoridation starts here this week. Jan. 12, 1956, p. 3.
            City council stamps OK on Elm Place water main. Jan. 12, 1956, p. 3.
            City appoints temporary water supt. Jan. 19, 1956, p. 5.
Feb.     Introducing city's new water supt. R.E. Paulsen. Feb. 9, 1956, p. 3.                                    
            Water plant, city hall will be remodeled. Feb. 9, 1956, p. 4.
            Water tastes musty? Don't blame the algae. Feb. 23, 1956, p. 5.
May     Charge water loss to Dfld. May 10, 1956,  p. 3.
June     HP city council approves restrictions on water. June 14, 1956, p. 3.
            Water storage tank under construction. Photo. June 14, 1956, p. 3.
            This is the score on HP's water curtailment. (ed.) June 14, 1956, p. 3.
July      Into the ‘drink’ for more to drink. Photo: work on water intake system.  July 19, 1956, p.3.
            City govt. eases sprinkling rules. July 26, 1956, p. 3.

WAUSAU, WISCONSIN 

            City to challenge  Wausau, Wis. Top voter registration is goal of two-town race.  Sept. 6, 1956, p. 3.
            Wausau answers HP challenge. Sept. 13, 1956, p. 3.
            Wisconsin town’s voter registration drive is closed. Oct. 25, 1956, p. 10. 

WILBUR, GEN. W. H.

            Gen Wilbur to tour Russia. May 3, 1956, p. 3.
            Russians prove Socialism isn’t the answer: Wilbur. Oct. 18, 1956, p. 5.

WILDER, THOMAS  M., artist, teacher

             Thomas M. Wilder, artist-teacher dies in HP home. June 21, 1956, p. 5.

WOMEN       

Feb.     Cite two HP women for intergroup understanding. Feb. 23, 1956, p. 6.
            Ex-Congresswomen Helen Douglas Mankin to speak at Bethel services. Feb. 23, 1956, p. 10.
Mar.     Mr. Sutherland's daughter proves she's big enough to be policewoman. Mar. 8, 1956. p. 24.
May     'Men work from sun to sun- woman's work is never done…' May 17, 1956, p. 50.

WORLD WAR II

            29 off to serve in World War II. Photo. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 46. *

WRIGHT, FRANK LLOYD

            Turners own early Wright-designed house. Mar. 8, 1956, p. 66.

ZONING

Feb.     HP council gets request for new zoning district. Feb. 16, 1956, p. 3.
            Zoning stirs dispute. Feb. 16, 1956, p. 3.
            Zoning committee holds hearings. Feb. 23, 1956, p. 4.
Mar.     HP council to air zoning committee report Mon. Mar. 15, 1956, p. 3.
            HP council denies petition to rezone lots in Dering subdivision for apartments.  Mar. 22, 1956, p. 3.
            City case decision pending-Reingold vs. City of Highland Park. Mar. 22, 1956,   Re: zoning. Mar. 22, 1956, p. 5.
            Home Owners Assn. backs civic group in zoning proposal. Mar. 29, 1956, p. 3.
            Set hearing for 20,000 sq. ft. zoning district. Mar. 29, 1956, p. 5.
Apr.     New zoning district hearing is April 17. Apr. 5, 1956, p. 5.
            Contest SW upgrading. Apr. 19, 1956, p. 3.
            Atty. Humphrey urges approval of Bogeau’s plat. Apr. 26, 1956, p. 3.
May     Corporation asks to rezone area for shop center. May 3, 1956, p. 5.
            Supreme court zoning decision pertinent to city. May 31, 1956, p. 5. 
June     3 homeowners to have hearing. June 7, 1956, p. 4.
            HP council approves new 20,000 ft. lot district. June 21, 1956, p. 3.
            HP council fails to pass new zoning classification. June 28, 1956, p. 3.
July      HP retailer fined $5000 for violating zoning rule. July 26, 1956, p. 3.
            State Dept. note clarifies beach property rights. July 26, 1956, p. 3.
Aug.    Zoning reclassification challenged by owners. Aug. 2, 1956, p. 3.
            HP files defense brief in zoning ordinance suit. Aug. 9, 1956, p. 3.
            Mrs. Marcus files petition to build pool. Aug. 9, 1956, p. 3.
Sept.    Zoning board hears Clavey area protests. Sept. 27, 1956, p. 5.
Dec.     HP city council to consider shopping center zoning law. Dec. 13, 1956, p. 3.