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Abbreviations used:
HPH .......Highland Park Herald
HPN........Highland Park News
HPNL....Highland Park Newsletter
HPP........Highland Park Press
NSNL....North Shore Newsletter
SRN........Sheridan Road Newsletter
January 1, 1949-December 31, 1949
HIGHLAND PARK NEWS
ABBOTT, MERRIEL (Dancer)
Dr. Philip Lewin and wife, Merriel Abbott, are H.P. newcomers. June 9, 1949, p. 29.
ACCIDENTS
Icy streets cause two accidents here. Feb. 17, 1949. p. 5.
Air crash victims to be returned home for burial. (Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Michaels). Feb. 24, 1949. p. 3.
Auto accident causes injuries to father and son (Milton & Joseph Klee) Feb. 24, 1949. p. 5.
Services held for Twain Turner. Mar. 31, 1949. p. 33.
Two on bicycles are hit. May 19, 1949. p. 3.
Mrs. J. A. Wilcox dies of injuries received in auto accident. May 26, 1949. p.3.
Seven auto accidents occurred in H.P. over Memorial weekend. June 2, 1949. p. 3.
Pvt. David Fineday killed by NW train at Highwood crossing. June 23, 1949. p. 5.
Mrs. Bertha Brockway dies from injuries received in accident. June 30, 1949. p. 8.
Accident free Fourth is first one here in twenty years. July 7, 1949. p. 3.
Mrs. Philip Lewin hurt in auto crash. July 21, 1949. p. 5.
Highland Park man, Jack Paggett, one other killed in traffic accident. Aug. 4, 1949. p. 5.
Mrs. Nizzi suffers wrist break in crash. Aug. 18, 1949. p. 17.
ADDRESSES
See: Street Numbers.
AMERICAN LEGION
Legion building plans now ready. June 30, 1949. p. 5.
Legion officers, photo. July 28, 1949. Cover.
H.P. American Legion to discuss bids on new memorial building. July 28, 1949. p. 4.
Legion bids farewell to present quarters. Sept. 22, 1949. p. 3.
The story of Joe Farina; how the Legion cleared the way. Oct. 20, 1949. p. 11.
Pledges pour in for Legion memorial. Oct. 27, 1949. p. 5.
Financial support sought for Legion Memorial Building. Nov. 3, 1949. p. 5.
ANIMALS
Dogs constitute danger at schools. Jan. 6, 1949. p. 22.
Buddy Stakler, 10, bitten by rabid dog. Jan. 13, 1949. p. 3.
A well-trained parrot, Petsy keeps family happy. Jan. 20, 1949. p. 10.
Dog-training group forms new club. Jan. 27, 1949. p. 7.
Opposes bill about stray dogs. Apr. 21, 1949. p. 4.
ARDEN SHORE
Cover photo: boys and members of Highland Park Lions Club. Jan. 6, 1949.
ART/ARTISTS
H.P. artist, Bob Schiller, named winner in contest. Feb. 10, 1949. p. 23.
Rudolph Ingerle to exhibit works at Village House. Mar. 24, 1949. p. 12.
ATOMIC ENERGY
Expert on atomic energy, Dr. Donald J. Hughes, to speak here. Feb. 17, 1949. p. 3.
AUTHORS
Local author, Elizabeth Orton Jones, on radio broadcast. Jan. 6, 1949. p. 5.
Local author, Helen Orr Watson, to be on radio. Jan. 20, 1949. p. 11.
Author, radio star, Ruth Harshaw, to speak March 10 at writers' luncheon. Mar. 3, 1949. p. 10.
Autographing party to honor Lucile Rosenheim, H.P. writer. Sept. 8, 1949. p.7.
AUTOMOBILES
Hudson enters low price field with new Pacemaker car. Nov. 24, 1949. p. 6.
Show 1950 Ford line at Purnell & Wilson. Nov. 24, 1949. p. 8.
BANKS
Name local man, Lindell Peterson, to head bankers. Jan. 6, 1949. p. 3.
Leo Sheridan named director of bank. (La Salle National) Feb. 17, 1949. p. 5.
BLOOD DONATIONS
Fire Department blood donors have busy year. Jan. 13, 1949. p. 3.
BOYE, INGER
Mrs. Inger Boye, H.P. librarian, to visit Norway. June 9, 1949. p. 32.
Mrs. Inger Boye finds most things rationed in Norway. July 21, 1949. p. 4.
BUSINESS
Jewel Tea to discuss property tax problem with county officials. Jan. 6, 1949, p. 20.
Remodel women's department at Fell Co. Jan. 20, 1949. p. 46.
New hardware store to open here, O'Neill's Ace Hardware. Mar. 3, 1949. p. 26
Dahl’s Auto Reconstruction observes 30th anniversary. Mar. 3, 1949. p. 36.
Ringer Realty Co. moves to new office. Aug. 11, 1949. p. 33.
New medical center planned for H.P. Aug. 18, 1949. p. 25.
Today marks opening of Chas. A. Stevens' new store. Sept. 2, 1949. p. 33.
Announce new Studebaker agency in Highland Park. Nov. 17, 1949. p. 6.
CAMPS
Ma-Ka-Ja-Wan, BSA, to open June 22. June 16, 1949. p. 3.
Children at Sunset Park Day Camp. Cover photo. Aug. 4, 1949.
CEMETERIES
Braeside's Grace Cemetery an antiquity among the "new look". Aug. 25, 1949. p. 22.
CHARITIES
Jan. 1949 March of Dimes to start January 14. Jan. 6, 1949. p. 24.
$32,581.51 received during County sale of Christmas seals. Jan. 6, 1949. p. 32.
Elm Place Student Councils busy helping needy children. Jan. 6, 1949. p. 32.
English children thank Highland Parkers for candy. Jan. 13, 1949. p. 5.
March of Dimes is under way. Jan. 20, 1949. p. 3.
Name workers for Red Cross drive. Jan. 27, 1949. p. 3.
Feb Red Cross workers to meet. Feb. 17, 1949. p. 3. Photo.
Red Cross drive begins Tuesday. Feb. 24, 1949. p. 3.
Garnett, Patton and Keare re-elected Chest officers. Feb. 24, 1949. p. 4.
Mar. Red Cross drive swings into action. Mar. 3, 1949. p. 3.
Apr. Red Cross fund drive goes over the top. Apr. 7, 1949. p. 3.
May Support for Jewish relief to be pledged at luncheon. May 12, 1949. p. 28.
Report good year at Thrift Shop. May 19, 1949. p. 29.
Sept. 1949 Community Chest quota: $69,700. Sept. 1, 1949. p. 3.
Salvation Army no longer member of Community Chest. Sept. 1, 1949. p.3.
Division of chest funds are explained. Sept. 22, 1949. p. 3.
Oct. Community Chest needs larger gifts. Oct. 13, 1949. p. 3.
Nov. Chest fund $10,000 short of 1949 goal. Nov. 3, 1949. p. 3.
CHILD CARE/CHILDREN
To discuss child discipline. Apr. 21, 1949. p. 5.
CHURCHES/SYNAGOGUES
Jan. Boynton's unique chapel to be subject of lecture. Jan. 6, 1949 p. 12.
Built, carved and painted by Highland Parkers. Cover photo of Boynton Chapel Jan. 13, 1949.
Feb. H.P. Church (Presbyterian) installs new officers. Feb. 3, 1949. p. 10.
To install new pastor at St. John's church: Rev. Roland W. Hosto. Feb. 3, 1949. p. 19.
Mar. World Day of prayer to be held tomorrow. Mar. 3, 1949. p. 23.
Bishop of Tarbes-Lourdes to visit Highland Park. Mar. 10, 1949. p. 7.
French bishop is visitor here, instigator of Pax Christi. Mar. 24, 1949. p. 5.
Easter egg hunt planned for children. Mar. 31, 1949. p. 9.
To install Rabbi Kliers at Beth El. Mar. 31, 1949. p. 9.
Apr. Chicago Presbyterial Society to hold annual meeting here. Apr. 7, 1949. p. 7.
Set of carillon bells gift to Trinity Episcopal Church. Apr. 7, 1949. p. 28.
Jews unite in observance of Passover. Apr. 14, 1949. p. 33.
Preliminary sketch of new Immaculate Conception church. Apr. 21, 1949. p. 5.
May Licensing service to be held Sunday at Bethany Church. May 5, 1949. p. 10.
United Church offers new aid to shut-ins. May 19, 1949. p. 35.
Aug. First Negro church holds initial service Sunday, Aug. 21. Aug. 11, 1949. p. 38
Build new home for St. James’ nuns. Aug. 18, 1949,p. 5.
Negro church will hold first service. Aug. 18, 1949. p. 24.
Oct. Catholic parish plans one million dollar building program. Oct. 6, 1949. p. 24.
Dr. J. L. Zwingle to occupy pulpit at Presbyterian Church. Oct. 20, 1949. p. 22.
St. James honored by archbishop's visit. Oct. 20, 1949. p. 10.
Nov. Christian Science Reading Room plans open house. Nov. 10, 1949. p. 15.
CLUBS/ ORGANIZATIONS
Jan. Arden Hobby Club members to go ahead with repairs. Jan. 6, 1949. p. 5.
Highland Park YWCA grew from one room to a full house. Jan. 6, 1949. p. 5.
Elect Ronzani to lead gun club. Jan. 6, 1949. p. 24.
Highland Park YWCA clubs cater to variety of interests. Jan. 13, 1949. p. 8.
ORT group hears plans at meeting. Overseas relief is on program for future. Jan. 20, 1949. p. 4.
Highland Park YWCA offers living and recreation facilities. Jan. 27, 1949. p. 33.
Feb. Planning Valentine Party for charity. (Ravinia Woman's Club) Cover photo. Feb. 3, 1949.
Boy Scouts of Highland Park. Cover photo. Feb. 10, 1949.
Troops here celebrate Scout week. Feb. 10, 1949. p. 3.
Mar. Plan craftsmen's club for N.S. residents. Mar. 3, 1949. p. 26.
Girl Scouts celebrating 37th birthday. History of group told. Mar. 10, 1949. p. 5.
H.P. Legion to celebrate 30th anniversary tonight. Mar. 24, 1949. p. 10.
Apr. Lake County 'Hams' form radio club. Apr. 21, 1949. p. 17.
July Lions install Ray. J. Sheahen as president. July 14, 1949. p. 5.
Officers: Rotary. Cover photo. July 21, 1949.
American Legion officers, cover photo. July 28, 1949.
Sept. Salvation Army no longer member of Community Chest. Sept. 1, 1949. p. 12.
Oct. Co-ordinating Council marks its 10th year of service. Oct. 6, 1949. p. 3.
Highland Park Woman's Club presents "The Golden Year" Oct. 27. 1949. p.18.
Nov. Woman's Club bazaar to be featured event Tuesday. Nov. 10, 1949. p. 18.
H.P. club to entertain top men in International Lions. Nov. 17, 1949. p. 3.
Elect officers of N.S. Council BSA. Nov. 17, 1949. p. 3.
COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES
Institute at L. F. College initiated by Highland Parker, A. D. Brush. Jan. 20, 1949. p. 19.
CRIME
Jan. Stolen car recovered as police take action. Jan. 13, 1949. p. 3.
Feb Stolen car returned to owner. Feb. 24, 1949. p. 3.
Mar. Dairy, Golden Meadow, robbed Friday night. Mar. 3, 1949. p. 3.
Robbers steal tools; loss valued at $120. Mar. 24, 1949. p. 3.
Apr. Masked man commits theft here. Apr. 14, 1949. p. 4.
June Tenthouse (Theater) robbed of $1465, not covered by insurance. June 23, 1949. p. 9.
July John Mannings robbed of $2000 in jewelry while on vacation. July 7, 1949. p. 3
Cortesi (Raymond) out on bond; hearing next Thursday, July 14, 1949. p. 10.
Loot Anspach office; take $300 in cash. July 21, 1949. p. 3.
Air conditioning job makes entry easy for Harris robber. July 21, 1949. p. 3.
(Cortesi) Manslaughter case postponed by judge. July 28, 1949. p. 7.
Aug. Teen-aged trio bound over to grand jury. Aug. 4, 1949. p. 5
Oct. Schonthal burglary remains a mystery. Oct. 20, 1949. p. 5.
Nov. Teenager knifed by fellow pin-setter in bowling alley fight. Nov. 17, 1949. p. 3.
DAGGITT CEMETERY
Braeside's Grace Cemetery an antiquity among the "new look". Aug. 25, 1949. p. 22.
DANCE
See: Abbott, Merriel
DRAFT
Appoint Moroney to register 18-year-old men. Sept. 8, 1949. p. 3.
DRIVERS' EDUCATION
All freshmen required to take auto course. Apr. 7, 1949. p. 27.
EDITORIALS
Why oppose Lake Forest? Why not let it go? Mar. 10, 1949. p. 4.
Why oppose Lake Forest? Here's why we should. Mar. 17, 1949. p. 4.
Many letters on the subject appear on page 4. Mar. 17, 1949. p. 4.
A tribute. (to John L. Edell) Mar. 25, 1949. p. 4.
District 108 citizens: it's up to you. Apr. 7, 1949. p. 4.
This tax (sales tax on construction costs) hits a new low. May 12, 1949. p. 4.
And NOW --more taxes. May 19, 1949. p. 4.
Let's keep Rosewood Beach a beautiful spot. July 14, 1949. p. 4.
County tax review board swamped with complaints. July 14, 1949. p. 4.
Critical situation faces high school. Sept. 15, 1949. p. 4.
EDUCATION
Library plays important part in modern education. Nov. 3, 1949. p. 29.
ELECTIONS
Tuesday is dead line for township voters. Mar. 3, 1949. p. 4.
Township elections to be held Tuesday. Mar. 31, 1949. p. 3.
This election to be a double-header. Mar. 31, 1949. p. 4.
To elect member of high school board. Apr. 7, 1949. p. 3.
School trustee for township to be chosen. Apr. 7, 1959. p. 3.
Caucus slate to be opposed in District 108 election. Apr. 7, 1949. p. 3.
Caucus candidates win in record turnout April 9. Apr. 14, 1949. p. 3.
Two newcomers win in township elections. Apr. 14, 1949. p. 3.
H.P. man, B. Piersen, elected assessor of West Deerfield Township. Apr. 21, 1949. p. 3.
ELLIOTT, THERESA (First teacher in Highland Park)
Memories of Highland Park's first teacher. Letter: Sidney D. Morris. Nov. 10, 1949. p. 4.
FAMILIES/FAMILY LIFE
Psychiatrist pictures Family Service as key agency. Feb. 3, 1949. p. 5.
To start two courses in family life. Feb. 3, 1949. p. 7.
Family Service in its 18th year of successful operation. Sept. 22, 1949. p. 5.
FIRES
Seitz family looks for home after fire. Jan. 6, 1949. p. 3.
Firemen rescue Braeside couple as home burns. Feb. 24, 1949. p. 4.
Fire causes $4000 damage. Apr. 21, 1949. p. 3.
Highland Park's new fire engine. Apr. 21, 1949. p. 3. Photo.
Fire breaks out in vacant house. Aug. 4, 1949. p. 5.
Residential fires take heaviest toll, fire chief reports. Aug. 25, 1949. p. 4.
All trains stopped, fire hydrant on wrong side of tracks. Aug. 25, 1949. p. 10.
Says fire exacts a continuing toll. Sept. 8, 1949. p. 4.
FOA, DR. PIERO
Dr. Piero Foa receives grant for research project. Nov. 3, 1949. p. 5.
FOREIGN AID
Harry Truman to take part in 'Great Hour'. Mar. 24, 1949. p. 23.
FORT SHERIDAN, IL
Fort Sheridan warns of range firing. May 5, 1949. p. 7.
Civil service jobs open at Ft. Sheridan. July 7, 1949. p. 38.
Mrs. R. Turelli wins highest civilian award at Ft. Sheridan. July 21, 1949. p. 22.
FREEMAN, MARGARET LOWE
Former principal of Lincoln School dies. Nov. 3, 1949. p. 4.
GARDENING/GARDENS
Rose week opens Sunday, June 26. June 16, 1949. p. 3.
Chas. E. Close wins Garden Club Rose Show. June 30, 1949. p. 5.
Garden Show to attract thousands this weekend. Aug. 11, 1949. p. 3.
GREAT LAKES NAVAL STATION
Comdr. S. W. Carr joins 125 Waves on Navy cruise. July 28, 1949. p. 9.
HEALTH
Form Mental Hygiene committee at recent meeting. June 9, 1949. p. 37.
No polio cases in this area, health president states. July 7, 1949. p. 6.
Promote Lake County health department at Waukegan parley. Sept. 1949, p. 3.
Launch campaign for county health department at Oct. 4, meet. Sept. 22, 1949. p. 4.
Health officials show need for Lake County health department. Sept. 29, 1949. p. 5.
List five points for County TB x-ray survey. Oct. 6, 1949. p. 10.
Show need for local health department in Lake Count. Nov. 10, 1949. p. 5.
Release results of TB x-ray survey in Highwood. Nov. 10, 1949. p. 36.
HELICOPTERS
Helicopters to stop here. Map of proposed landings sites. Mar. 17, 1949. p. 3.
Mail 'copter makes debut here. July 7, 1949. p. 5.
Helicopter mail service inaugural delayed by strike. July 21, 1949. p. 37.
Stamp collectors are anticipating initial 'copter mail flight. July 28, 194. p. 4.
Helicopter mail service set to begin Sept. 6. Aug. 18, 1949. p. 5.
H.P. sends 1500 letters on inaugural flight of helicopter. Sept. 22, 1949. p. 4.
HIGHLAND PARK, IL
Jan. Arden Hobby Club members to go ahead with repairs. Council seeks warning lights at school crossing. Jan. 6, 1949. p. 3.
Council votes to buy new snow loader for city streets. Jan. 13, 1949. p. 3.
Urges clean sweep of Highland Park. Jan. 13, 1949. p. 3.
Seek to make park out of land near Briargate subdivision. Jan. 20, 1949. p. 3.
Many residents seek second (tax) referendum. Jan. 27, 1949. p. 3.
City makes plans for new parking lot. Jan. 27, 1949. p. 4.
Feb. Plans proceed for new Community Center. Feb. 3, 1949. p. 3.
Council makes appointments to city jobs. Feb. 3, 1949. p. 3.
Mar. Consider ordinance to outlaw use of garbage grinders. Mar. 3, 1949. p. 4.
Town meeting here expected to attract hundreds of citizens. Mar. 10, 1949. p3.
Cover photo: Directors of town meeting. Mar 17, 1949.
Town meeting to air civic issues. Mar. 17, 1949. p. 3.
400 attend town meeting. Mar. 24, 1949. p. 3.
Tell "State of the City" at town meeting March 21, Photos of 4 speakers. Mar. 31, 1949. p. 5.
Apr. Appropriations for year set at annual town meeting. Apr. 7. 1949. p. 5.
Waste disposal units are unlawful here. Apr. 14, 1949. p. 5.
May New ordinance provides pay increase for city employees. May 12, 1949. p. 3.
Invite contractors to bid on proposed recreation building. May 12, 1949. p. 3.
June Award contract on community building. June 16, 1949. p. 8.
H.P. city council approves sale of radio equipment. June 23, 1949. p. 5.
July Title of land for community center transferred to H.P. July 14, 1949. p. 3.
H.P. city council to receive bids on 3 trucks and 1 car. July 21, 1949. p. 3.
Aug. Tax ordinance for 1949 filed by H.P. council. Aug. 11, 1949. p. 3.
Sept. City council to receive bids for painting. Sept 1, 1949. p. 3.
Council rejects paint bids; tax ordinance passed. Sept. 15, 1949. p. 3.
Oct. Council approves $1350 for North Shore R.R. fight. Oct. 13, 1949. p. 3.
One bid received to paint exterior of H.P. City Hall. Oct. 27, 1949. p. 3.
Nov. John Witten’s bid to paint City Hall is accepted. Nov. 3, 1949, p. 4.
H.P. city council approves construction of Ravinia’s new roof. Nov. 17, 1949, p. 3.
Council rejects bid on recreation property. Dec. 15, 1949, p. 3.
HIGHLAND PARK BUILDING DEPARTMENT
Building department report for December, 1948. Jan. 20, 1949. p. 26.
Building department report for January, 1949. Feb. 3, 1949. p. 29.
Building department report for February, 1949. Mar. 10, 1949. p. 21.
Building department report for March, 1949. Apr. 14, 1949. p. 25.
Building department report for April, 1949. May 12, 1949. p. 4.
Issued 19 permits in May covering family dwellings. June 9, 1949. p. 5.
Permits for 14 family dwellings issued in June. July 7, 1949. p. 3.
Permits for 13 family dwellings issued in July. Aug. 4, 1949. p. 3.
Permits for 15 family dwellings issued in Aug. Sept. 8, 1949. p. 3.
Permits for 18 family dwellings issued in Oct. Nov. 10, 1949, p. 5.
Permits for 20 family dwellings issued in Nov. Dec. 8, 1949, p. 4.
HIGHLAND PARK FIRE DEPARTMENT
Old fire truck bows out. Mar. 17, 1949. p. 5.
'New look' in fire engines. Photo. Mar. 24, 1949. p. 3.
Highland Park's new fire engine. Photo. Apr. 21, 1949. p. 3.
Fire alarm to try out alarm on new lights. July 21, 1949. p. 3.
H.P. Fire Dept. announces change in telephone number. Aug. 18, 1949. p. 3.
HIGHLAND PARK HIGH SCHOOL-DISTRICT 113
Column: ”Highland Park Marks” appears each week. Paging varies.
Jan. HPHS has new course in government. Jan. 13, 1949. p. 3.
Seek to separate high school district. Petition signed in Lake Forest. Jan. 27, 1949. p. 3.
Feb. High school students are building house in Highland Park. Feb. 3, 1949. p. 40.
Committee to report soon on school district split. Feb. 20, 1949. p. 4.
Operetta set for Saturday. Feb. 24, 1949. p. 3.
School district split to be discussed at meeting Thursday. Feb. 24, 1949. p. 3.
Mar. Mass meeting tonight at HPHS; audience to decide action on school district split. Mar. 3, 1949. p. 3.
Go and be counted (ed. - high school district split) Mar. 3, 1949. p. 4.
Decide to oppose separation of Lake Forest from district. Mar. 10, 1949. p. 3.
Purchase land here for new high school. Mar. 10, 1949. p. 3.
Why oppose Lake Forest? Why not let it go? Mar. 10, 1949. p. 4. (ed.)
Drive for opposition signatures begins. Mar. 17, 1949. p. 3.
Why oppose Lake Forest? Here's why we should. (ed.) Mar. 17, 1949. p. 4.
Voters League backs petition against school split. Mar. 24, 1949. p. 3.
Apr. Postpone hearing on high school petition. Apr. 7, 1949. p. 5.
All freshmen required to take auto course. Apr. 7, 1949. p. 27.
Lake Forest audit disputes H.P. claim on school split. Apr. 14, 1949. p. 3.
Comparison of high school taxes billed by communities. Apr. 14, 1949. p22.
High school trustees get petitions for district split. Apr. 21, 1949. p. 3.
June HPHS to graduate 267 seniors. June 2, 1949. p. 3.
School trustees oppose severance; list reasons. June 9, 1949. p. 3.
Lake Forest's analysis of cost is incorrect, say opponents. June 16, 1949. p. 5.
Supt. Petty to hold public hearing on Lake Forest petition. June 23, 1949. p. 3.
W. C. Petty rules against H.P. in high school split. June 30. 1949. p. 3.
July Petty's decision is dead issue as far as trustees concerned. July 7, 1949. p. 3.
Await word from state's attorney on school split. July 28, 1949. p. 3.
Aug. Legal action taken in school district split; new L.F. board asked to show cause for existence. Aug. 4, 1949. p. 3.
Registration for HPHS students is announced. Aug. 18, 1949. p. 3.
HPHS opens nursery school Oct. 3. Aug. 18, 1949. p. 9.
High school board requests tax rate increase. Aug. 25, 1949. p. 3.
Vote on high school tax increase Saturday; higher rate would offset taxes lost in school split. Sept. 15, 1949. p. 3.
Critical situation faces high school. (ed.) Sept. 15, 1949. p. 4.
Record number of voters approved tax rate increase. Sept. 22, 1949, p. 3.
High school board announces good news for Dist. 113 taxpayers. Sept. 29, 1949 p. 3.
Tour of Home Economics Dept. planned for high school PTA. Nov. 24, 1949, p. 23.
Expect judgment soon on Lake Forest High demand for money. Dec.8, 1949.p. 3.
Twp. trustees must release fund to new high school district. Dec. 29, 1949, p. 3.
HIGHLAND PARK HOSPITAL
Summary of the week's medical processes appears each week. Paging varies.
Highland Park Hospital gets $48,000 in two months; $72,000 more needed to reach goal of $750,000. Jan. 6, 1949. p. 3.
H.P. Hospital trustees hold fireside meeting. Feb. 3, 1949. p. 3.
Hospital building drive now past $687,000. Mar. 10, 1949. p. 4.
H.P. Hospital building fund nears $750,000 goal. Apr. 28, 1949. p. 3.
Break ground for Highland Park Hospital's new wing. June 9, 1949. p. 3.
Complete foundation for new Highland Park Hospital wing. July 28, 1949. p3.
Herbert H. Rodde is new hospital head, succeeding Lamley. Oct. 27, 1949. p. 5.
Name officers,. Trustees for H.P. hospital. Nov. 3, 1949, p. 3.
Hospital trustees faced with problem. Nov. 10, 1949, p. 4.
HIGHLAND PARK LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS
Column: Introducing Women Voters appears each week. Paging varies.
To explain League policies. Feb. 10, 1949. p. 5.
Finance campaign committee. Photo. Sept. 15, 1949. Cover.
HIGHLAND PARK POLICE DEPARTMENT
Accident summary report appears each week. Paging varies.
H.P. police capture thief 25 minutes after auto is stolen. Feb. 3, 1949. p. 3.
H.P. police to have best radio set in this area. Mar. 10, 1949. p. 4.
Richardson to give star to John Nizzi. July 14, 1949. p. 3.
Appoint new police officer for H.P. Aug. 18, 1949. p. 5.
HIGHLAND PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY
Jan. Library lists magazines for 1949. Jan. 6, 1949. p. 4.
Income tax a headache? Library offers pointers. Jan. 27, 1949. p. 3.
Feb. Library has display of old valentines. Feb. 3, 1949. p. 4.
Library Friends to present three top speakers. (Subject: atomic energy) Feb. 10, 1949. p. 3.
Expert on atomic energy to speak here. Feb. 17, 1949. p. 3.
Fully rigged sailboat drops anchor at H. P. Public Library. Feb. 24, 1949. p. 6.
Mar. Sailboat to be anchored in library this weekend. Mar. 3, 1949. p. 5.
May Describe books for the blind. May 5, 1949. p. 4.
Library friends set 2nd annual meeting. May 26, 1949. p. 4.
Regional library parley is being held here today. May 26, 1949. p. 5.
June Library Friends re-elect Sellery board president. June 9, 1949. p. 3.
Friends of Library set up $400 fund for new recordings. June 23, 1949. p. 4.
July Pulitzer award books now available for H.P. Library patrons. July 7, 1949. p. 4.
Miss Cora Hendee at U. of C. Graduate Library School meet. Aug. 11, 1949 p38
Sept. H.P. Public Library makes plans for winter. Sept. 1, 1949. p. 4.
Library to be scene of discussions by Great Books group. Sept. 8, 1949. p. 4.
H. P. Library to sell tickets to Great Books talks. Sept. 29, 1949. p. 24.
Oct. Mary O'Dwyer is new reference assistant at H.P. Library. Oct. 6, 1949. p. 5.
Joan Walker Wilcox Memorial established at H.P. Public Library. Oct. 13, 1949. p. 23.
HIGHLAND PARK WOMAN'S CLUB
Highland Park Woman's Club to mark 50th anniversary. Sept. 22, 1949. p. 14.
Highland Park Woman's Club presents "The Golden Year". Oct. 27, 1949. p18
HIGHWOOD, IL
Weekly column lists recreation programs. Paging varies.
Jan. Gives annual report of fire department in Highwood. Jan. 13, 1949. p. 5.
Feb. Announce candidates for People's Ticket in Highwood. Feb. 10, 1949. p. 3.
Highwood commission plans future events. Feb. 17, 1949. p. 4.
Says calls hold up fire fighting in Highwood. Feb. 17, 1949. p. 5.
People's ticket filed in Highwood for city elections. Feb. 24, 1949. p. 4.
Mar. Retirement fund to be decided on by Highwood voters. Mar. 3, 1949. p. 4.
Apr. Highwood citizens to elect city officials Tuesday. Apr. 14, 1949. p. 5.
Musatto re-elected mayor of Highwood. Apr. 21, 1949. p. 3.
May Continue plans for fashion show at Highwood Center. May 5, 1949. p. 3.
Seat Highwood city officials; mayor lists appointments. May 12, 1949. p. 3.
Re-elect Giangiorgi Highwood police chief. May 29, 1949. p. 5.
June Chief Benvenuti rescues man from N. Shore train. June 23, 1949. p. 3.
Judge Dady to review bus line petition, Highwood Council told. June 23, 1949. p. 5.
Highwood police find stolen car. June 30, 1949. p. 3.
July Highwood passes its appropriation bill. July 21, 1949. p. 3.
Highwood Commission installs officers. July 21, 1949. p. 26.
Aug. Problem of prefab houses confronts Highwood council. Aug. 11, 1949. p. 3
Highwood is granted second hearing on bus service dispute. Aug. 11, 1949. p5
New board of Highwood American Legion. Aug. 11, 1949. p. 36.
Highwood council continues study of prefab houses. Aug. 25, 1949. p. 4.
Sept. Highwood council approves $91,138 appropriation bill. Sept. 8, 1949. p. 4.
Highwood Community Chest canvassers open drive Monday. Sept. 29, 1949. p. 5.
Oct. Highwood Chest nets $1000 in first reports. Oct. 13, 1949. p. 5.
Nov. Officers of Highwood Businessmen’s Club. Photo. Nov. 3, 1949, p. 28.
Widening of Railway Ave., in Highwood almost completed. Nov. 10, 1949, p.3.
Release results of TB x-ray survey in Highwood. Nov. 10, 1949, p. 36.
Highwood changes Railway Avenue to Green Bay Road. Nov. 24, 1949, p. 3.
Dec. Mayor crowns Miss Highwood. Dec. 1, 1949, p. 36.
Retirement fund for Highwood employees to start Jan. 1. Dec. 3, 1949, p. 3.
Highwood workers see 5% raise in retirement taxes. Dec. 22, 1949, p. 3.
HISTORY
Highland Park YWCA grew from one room to full house. Jan. 6, 1949. p. 5.
Telephone company shares in Highland Park history. June 23, 1949. p. 5.
Braeside's Grace Cemetery an antiquity among the "new look". Aug. 25, 1949. p. 22. Note: Also known as Daggitt's Cemetery.
The bank observes its golden anniversary- a glimpse of Highland Park during its carriage trade era. Oct. 6, 1949. p. 22.
Thrift Shop started during days of first World War. Oct. 20, 1949. p. 5.
Memories of Highland Park’s first teacher, Miss Theresa Elliott. Letter by Sydney Morris. Nov. 10, 1949. P. 4.
Where’d we get the trough, or is there a horse who cares? (Horse trough Sheridan Rd. and Forest Ave. history) Dec. 8, 1949, p. 5.
Her father, Frank Hawkins, was mayor when our town was young and gay. (Celia Hawkins Schulz) Dec. 15, 1949, p. 23.
HOBBIES
H.P. hobbyist John R. Dolan combines talent and tools for results. Feb. 17,1949. p. 9
Mrs. McClure and Mrs. Horza find shells fascinating hobby. Aug. 11, 1949. p.7.
HOLIDAYS
Memorial Day parade Monday morning. May 26, 1949. p. 3.
Highland Park pays tribute to war dead at Memorial rites. June 2, 1949. p. 3.
Memorial Day behavior of some residents irks editor. June 2, 1949. p. 4.
Memorial Day highlights. (Photos) June 9, 1949. p. 5.
Foreign children to get share of Hallowe'en treats. Oct. 27, 1949. p. 5.
Expect 1500 at Hallowe'en party for kids. Oct. 27, 1949. p. 12.
Mitten tree blooms in Highland Park. Dec. 8, 1949, p. 5.
HOUSES
Photo: house built by Highland Park High School students. May 19, 1949. p 27.
Problem of prefab houses confronts Highwood council. Aug. 4, 1949. p. 3.
Highwood council continues study of prefab houses. Aug. 25, 1949. p. 4.
ILLINOIS
Eighth District votes solid for Con-Con (Constitutional Convention law). Apr. 21, 1949. p. 4.
LAKE COUNTY, IL
Attorney General names assistant in Lake County: William T. Kirby. Jan. 13, 1949. p. 37.
Name D. Getchell to head county housing authority. May 12, 1949. p. 4.
Everybody can can at canning center open to Lake County. July 14, 1949. p. 5.
Promote Lake County health department at Waukegan parley. Sept. 15, 1949. p. 3.
Launch campaign for county health department at Oct. 4 meet. Sept. 22, 1949. p. 4.
Health officials show need for Lake County health department. Sept. 29, 1949, p. 5.
Show need for local health department in Lake County. Nov. 10, 1949, p. 5.
Harry Eichler vies against six for county post of assessment supervisor.Dec. 8, 1949, p. 3.
Hugo Schneider Jr. announces candidacy for County Treasurer. Dec. 15, 1949, p. 3.
LAKE FOREST, IL
Jan. Seek to separate high school district; petition signed in Lake Forest. Jan. 27, 1949. p. 3.
Feb. Committee report soon on school district split. Feb. 10, 1949. p. 4.
School district split to be discussed at meeting Thursday. Feb. 24, 1949. p. 3.
Mar. Mass meeting tonight at HPHS; audience to decide action on school district split. Mar. 3, 1949. p. 3.
Go and be counted (to mass meeting). (ed.) Mar. 3, 1949. p. 4.
Decide to oppose separation of Lake Forest from district. Mar. 10, 1949. p. 3.
Why oppose Lake Forest? Why not let it go? (ed.) Mar. 10, 1949. p. 4.
Why oppose Lake Forest? Here's why we should. Mar. 17, 1949. p. 4.
Apr. Postpone hearing on high school petition. Apr. 7, 1949. p. 5.
Lake Forest audit disputes H.P. claim on school split. Apr. 14, 1949. p. 3.
Comparison of taxes billed by communities in high school district. Apr. 14, 1949. p. 22.
Jun Lake Forest's analysis of cost is incorrect, say opponents. June 16, 1949. p. 5.
W.C. Petty rules against H.P. in high school split. June 30, 1949. p. 3.
July Petty's decision is dead issue as far as trustees concerned. July 7, 1949. p. 3.
Await word from state's attorney on school split. July 28, 1949. p. 3.
Aug. Legal action taken in school district split; new L.F. board to be asked to show cause for existence. Aug. 4, 1949. p. 3.
LAKE MICHIGAN
Mar New beach house nearing completion. Mar. 3, 1949. p. 4.
Set May 8 as date for clean-up of H.P. beaches. Mar. 31, 1949. p. 7.
Apr. Lions Club sets May 14, as day for beach clean-up. Apr. 14, 1949. p. 4.
May H.P. beaches to be scoured May 14, May 5, 1949. p. 3.
Clean-up committee plans to have beaches policed. May 19, 1949. p. 5.
Sea scout training now available to H.P. boys. May 19, 1949. p. 20.
June Steve Wisner, 11, saves doctor's life as boat capsizes. June 2, 1949. p. 3.
H.P. District to open 2 public beaches June 18. June 9, 1949. p. 5.
July Tenthouse stars in dramatic rescue as swimmer fails. July 7, 1949. p. 5.
Beach house at Rosewood Beach. July 14, 1949. Cover photo.
Rosewood Beach water carnival scheduled. July 14, 1949. p. 3.
Let's keep Rosewood Beach a beautiful spot. (ed.) July 14, 1949. p. 4.
500 at Rosewood Beach water fete. July 21, 1949. p. 5.
Photos: Water carnival at Rosewood Beach. July 28, 1949. p. 5.
North Shore Yacht Club installs electric winch. July 28, 1949. p. 31.
Oct. Park Board reports good beach season. Oct. 27, 1949. p. 5.
LANDMARKS
Where’d we get the trough, or is there a horse who cares? (Horse trough Sheridan Rd and Forest Ave., history) Dec. 8, 1949, p. 5.
MARRIAGE
51 years together and still very happy. Letter from Capt. E. Holmes and wife. Dec. 8, 1949, p. 4. Married by Judge Peter Dooley in 1898
MEDICAL CENTER
New medical center planned for H.P. Aug. 18, 1949. p. 25.
MEMORIALS
Service mothers will erect plaque honoring war dead. May 19, 1949. p. 4.
MOSQUITOES
Slate meeting of abatement district. Aug. 4, 1949. p. 3.
Mosquito district to spray only public, semi-public places. Aug. 11, 1949. p. 4.
MOVING
See: Relocation.
MUSIC
Jan. Barber shop quartet to fill Elm Place School with music. Jan. 13, 1949. p. 3.
To present "A Night of Harmony". Cover photo of quartet. Jan. 20, 1949.
(Leon) Fleisher, pianist, to perform here. Jan. 20, 1949. p. 3.
Traces Leon Fleisher's career. Jan. 20, 1949. p. 4.
Barber shop harmony show to feature The Misfits. Jan. 20, 1949. p. 5.
Barber shop quartet set for show here tomorrow. Jan. 27, 1949. p. 5.
Feb. Noted cellist, Gregor Piatigorsky, to play here. Feb. 24, 1949. p. 5.
Mar. British contralto, Katherine Ferrier, to sing here. Mar. 31, 1949. p. 3.
Aug. Begin organization work on community concerts program. Aug. 11, 1949. p. 5.
Sept. H.P. Community Concert Ass'n. anticipates brilliant season. Sept. 1, 1949. p. 5.
Concert Ass'n. plans drive for members. Sept. 8, 1949. p. 5.
Oct. Dorothy Maynor to open 1949 Community Concert series. Oct. 13, 1949. p. 5.
Nov. 1700 heard concert by Miss Maynor. Nov. 10, 1949, p. 5.
Dec. Concert Ass’n. to bring famed pianist to H.P. (E. Istomin) Dec. 1, 1949, p. 5.
NEW GUINEA
Couple from New Guinea arrive here for visit. Dr./Mrs. Harry White. Apr. 21, 1949. p. 14.
NORTH SHORE FORUM
Program committee meeting. Cover photo. Aug. 18, 1949.
Leading personalities booked for North Shore Forum series. Aug. 18, 1949. p5.
NOTABLE HIGHLAND PARKERS
Column appears at intervals.
Dudley Crafts Watson. Feb. 10, 1949. p. 8.
NURSERY SCHOOLS
HPHS opens nursery school October 3. Aug. 18, 1949. p. 9.
OBITUARIES
* Indicates pioneer family or descendants.
HPN = Highland Park News.
Allison, Marguerite, teacher. Apr. 28, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Alshuler, Eugene D., business executive. Feb. 24, 1949. p. 41. HPN
Anderson, Olivia, homemaker. Nov. 24, 1949. p. 38. HPN
Anzola, Louis, business man. Apr. 21, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Babbitt, Mrs. Benton Holcomb. Feb. 24, 1949. p. 41 & Mar. 3, p. 35. HPN
Bales, R. Franklin, sales manager. Dec. 29, 1949. P. 30. HPN
Barr, Katherine, homemaker. Nov. 3, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Beers, Melbourne S. Sept. 1, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Belina, Marie, homemaker. Nov. 3, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Bell, Volney O., bookkeeper, physiotherapist. Dec. 1, 1949, p. 45. HPN
Bertacchini, John, plumber. Sept. 22, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Bertola, Enrico. Oct. 13, 1949. p. 41. HPN
Best, Judith (child) Mar. 10, 1949. p. 45. HPN
Bieh, Caroline, homemaker. Jan. 20, 1949. p. 39. HPN
Bingham, Mary S., homemaker. Dec. 8, 1949, p. 45. HPN
Bock, Francis. Sept. 29, 1949. p. 10. HPN
Bonacorsi, Ersilie. June 2, 1949. p. 41. HPN
Borgini, Joe, tavern owner. June 16, 1949. p. 41. HPN
Bowden, Ellen Moran, homemaker. Oct. 6, 1949. p. 39. HPN
Brammer, Frederick Henry, attorney. Jan. 20, 1949. p. 39. HPN
Braun, Carrie L., homemaker. July 21, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Brigham, Edith C., homemaker. Nov. 17, 1949. p. 45. HPN
Brockway, Bertha, homemaker. June 30, 1949. p. 8. HPN
Brown, Anson. May 19, 1949. p. 3. HPN
Bruce, Margaret, homemaker. Apr. 21, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Canright, William G., May 26, 1949. p. 41. HPN
Carlbom, John A., carpenter. Sept. 1, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Cashman, Carroll, businessman, civic leader. Aug. 25, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Chapman, George B. Apr. 7, 1949. p. 40. HPN
Clark, Sgt. Charles A., war casualty. June 9, 1949. p. 41. HPN
Collins, Mary A., homemaker. Feb. 10, 1949. p. 33. HPN
Comer, William C., Dec. 15, 1949, p. 49. HPN
Corsini, Rose, May 12, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Crawford, Clarence John, B&O Railroad statistician. Feb. 10, 1949. p. 33. HPN
Cummings, Edward J. Apr. 14, 1949. p. 41. HPN
Cutruff, Nell Stedman, dressmaker. Feb. 24, 1949. p. 41. HPN
Davidson, Alice S., Mar. 24, 1949. p. 8. HPN
Davis, Evan Merriel. June 9, 1949. p. 41. HPN
Deering, Bridget, homemaker. Feb. 24, 1949. p. 41. HPN
DeGenova, Mary, homemaker. Jan. 6, 1949. p. 10. HPN
DiVenanzo, Vincenzo. Sept. 15, 1949. p. 45. HPN
Dresher, Ernest I., associate: Pullman & Kohlsatt. Jan. 13, 1949. p. 32. HPN
Duggan, Mrs. John, homemaker. July 28, 1949. p. 21. HPN
Dughi, Anna, homemaker. Dec. 8, 1949, p. 45. HPN
Dumetz, Irene. Mar. 17, 1949. p. 33. HPN
Edwards, Susan Bushnell, homemaker. Sept. 22, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Egan, Mrs. William C., homemaker. July 7, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Egan, Sarah Chandler (Mrs. Wm. C.,) Photo. July 14, 1949. p. 36. HPN
Elvey, Lulu R. Jan. 13, 1949. p. 32. HPN
Faulkner, John P., railroad gate man. Dec. 8, 1949. P. 45. HPN
Fawell, George W., realtor. Dec. 1, 1949, p. 45. HPN
Fealey, John W., WW II vet. Jan. 13, 1949. p. 32. HPN
Ferrarini, Anton, May 12, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Fisher, Lily Millard, descendant of pioneer family. June 9, 1949. p. 41. HPN *
Fisher, Lucille, May 12, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Ford, Christine Bohne Harms, homemaker, July 7, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Foubert, Mrs. Delson, homemaker. Feb. 10, 1949. p. 33. HPN
Freeman, Margaret Lowe, teacher, principal: Lincoln School. Nov. 3, 1949, p4. HPN
Friebele, Leonard. Aug. 25, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Frixbie, Gordon R., Dec. 15, 1949, p. 49. HPN
Furrey, Mrs. Martha, homemaker. Oct. 27, 1949. p. 8. HPN
Gallagher, Mathilda. May 12, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Garrity, Rev. James L., priest. Dec. 15, 1949, p. 49. HPN
Gochenour, Arthur, Nov. 17, 1949. p. 45. HPN
Golden, Ann, homemaker. Dec. 29, 1949, p. 30. HPN
Gore, Kathie Jeanne, child. Apr. 28, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Goring, William, night watchman. Nov. 24, 1949. p. 38. HPN
Grant, Carl Ulysses. Oct. 13, 1949. p. 41. HPN
Gregori, Elizabeth H., homemaker. Jan. 27, 1949. p. 40. HPN
Hanson, Edward E., former police chief, Oconomoc, WI. Apr. 28, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Henkle, Charles Z., banker. Oct. 6, 1949. p. 3. HPN
Hill, Alvin B., carpenter. July 7, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Hintz, William. May 26, 1949. p. 41. HPN
Hoffeller, Mathias. Sept. 15, 1949. p. 45. HPN
Hourigan, John J., retired U.S. Army officer. Sept. 15, 1949. p. 45. HPN
Hussey, Rush E,. Aug. 4, 1949. p. 33. HPN
Inman, Richard E., child. Aug. 11, 1949. p. 3. HPN
Ives, Barbara Holly, Navy civil service clerk. Feb. 10, 1949. p. 33. HPN
Jennings, Alma K. H.P. High School matron. Nov. 17, 1949. p. 45. HPN
Johanssen, Elizabeth, homemaker. Feb. 10, 1949. p. 33. HPN
Johnson, C. Alfred. Mar. 24, 1949. p. 33. HPN
Johnson, William P., Standard Oil employee. Oct. 6, 1949. p. 39. HPN
Juleff, Martha, homemaker. June 30, 1949. p. 42. HPN
Kane, William, janitor. July 28, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Kawczynski, Joseph. Sept. 15, 1949. p. 45. HPN
Kebbon, Richard. May 12, 1949. p. 3. HPN
Kidwell, James W. Apr. 14, 1949. p. 41. HPN
Krafft, Carl L., Lake Forest druggist. July 14, 1949. p. 41. HPN
Krueger, Augusta, homemaker. Jan.20, 1949. p. 39. HPN
Krueger, Gustav A., waterworks superintendent. July 7, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Landi, John. Dec. 15, 1949, p. 3. HPN
Laurie, Capt. John J., Ill. National Guard. Nov. 3, 1949. p. 4. HPN
Laws, Sallie, homemaker. Apr. 21, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Linden, Wlhelmina, minister's wife. Aug. 11, 1949. p. 45. HPN
Llewellyn, James R., U.S. Navy veteran. Nov. 24, 1949. p. 38. HPN
Lolli, James, Ft. Sheridan gardener. Oct. 6, 1949. p. 39. HPN
Lomoro, Pvt. Dominic W., WWII vet. Jan. 20, 1949. p. 39. HPN
Long, Mrs. Sam. Apr. 7, 1949. p. 40. HPN
Lundgren, Melker. June 30, 1949. p. 42. HPN
MacMurchy, James T., Oct. 6, 1949. p. 39. HPN
McAvoy, Magdalena, homemaker. Aug. 4, 1949. p. 33. HPN
McBride, Benjamin F., June 9, 1949. p. 41. HPN
McEwen, Jean, homemaker. June 16, 1949. p. 41. HPN
McEwen, Thomas, mason. Jan. 6. 1949. p. 10. HPN
McKenna, James J., Mar. 10, 1949. p. 45. HPN
McNeil, Jane Sullivan, homemaker. Sept. 22, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Martin, Bryan K., interior decorator. July 28, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Martin, Samuel, contractor. July 21, 1949. p. 37. HPN
May, Frank, railroad motorman. July 14, 1949. p. 41. HPN
Mazanec, Frank, policeman. May 5, 1949. p. 41. HPN
Merilahti, Ellen L., Dec. 15, 1949, p. 49. HPN
Metcalf, Edwin Henry. Oct. 13, 1949. p. 41. HPN
Meyers, John O., former mayor, Highwood, IL. Dec. 1, 1949, p. 3. HPN
Michaels, Joseph, steel firm executive. Feb. 24, 1949. p. 3. HPN
Michaels, Mrs. Joseph, homemaker. Feb. 24, 1949. p. 3. HPN
Millard family: See: Fisher, Lily Millard. HPN
Mollenhauer, Henry, cabinet maker. Apr. 7, 1949. p. 40. HPN
Mooney, John. Aug. 18, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Mordini, Enrico. Dec. 8, 1949. P. 45. HPN
Mowers, Frances Yates, homemaker. June 30, 1949. p. 42. HPN
Mueller Mrs. Philip, homemaker. Jan. 6, 1949. p. 10. HPN
Murphy, Delia V., teacher. July 14, 1949. p. 41. HPN
Nason, Jessie Heath, Mar. 10, 1949. p. 45. HPN
Nathan, Claude. Aug. 18, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Nelson, Charles, railroad conductor. July 28, 1949. p. 37. HPN
O'Donnell, Anthony. Sept. 22, 1949. p. 37. HPN
O'Neil, Margaret A., homemaker. Feb. 10, 1949. p. 33. HPN
Ori, Joseph. July 14, 1949. p. 21. HPN
Ori, Luigi, plasterer. Apr. 7, 1949. p. 40. HPN
Owens, Margaret, homemaker. Jan. 20, 1949. p. 39. HPN
Pascucci, Angelo, May 5, 1949. p. 41. HPN
Pasquali, Pfc, James, war casualty. July 28, 1949. p.36 & Aug. 4, 1949. p. 33. HPN
Pasquesi, Ida, homemaker. Sept. 22, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Patterson, George E., Mar. 3, 1949. p. 35. HPN
Patterson, Kellogg, newspaper man, superintendent of documents to U.S. Senate. Apr. 7, 1949. p. 9. HPN
Pedderson, Edgar C., insurance man. July 28, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Pederson, Donna, child. June 9, 1949. p. 41. HPN
Price, Robert C.L., June 2 , 1949. p. 41. HPN
Prior, Annie E., Jan. 27, 1949. p. 18. HPN
Putnam, John A., shoe manufacturer. Feb. 17, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Quinn, Mary. June 30, 1949. p. 42. HPN
Ralph, James Gordon, WWII vet. Jan. 27, 1949., p. 40. HPN
Rasmussen, Ann, shoe store owner. Feb. 17, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Rebling, Sebald, plaster contractor. June 2, 1949. p. 41. HPN
Renner, Eugene, veteran. Apr. 28, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Renner, Hugo Victor, railroad clerk. Jan. 13, 1949. p. 32. HPN
Renning, Anthony L., Aug. 25, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Rettig, Harriet. Sept. 15, 1949. p. 3. HPN
Richards, Fred W., maintenance man. Nov. 17, 1949. p. 45. HPN
Riddle, Robert, WWII vet. Feb. 10, 1949. p. 33. HPN
Riley, Lester G., veteran. Dec. 22, 1949. P. 3. HPN
Roberts, Carline Brown, homemaker. Aug. 4, 1949. p. 33. HPN
Rockley, Edna E. Nov. 17, 1949. p. 45. HPN
Ronzani, John. Jan 6, 1949. p. 10. HPN
Rose, Anna, homemaker. Nov. 10, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Rosie, Frank R., painter/decorator. Sept. 8, 1949. p. 41. HPN
Ruekberg, Nathan, printer. Sept. 29, 1949. p. 10. HPN
Ruffolo, Helen, homemaker. Dec. 15, 1949. P. 49. HPN
Salari, Ariolanti, May 26, 1949. p. 41. HPN
Schulman, Alice R., homemaker. Dec. 15, 1949, p.49. HPN
Schumacher, Hubert. Sept. 1, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Seyl, Lincoln S., May 26, 1949. p. 41. HPN
Shapiro, Sophie, homemaker. Dec. 8, 1949, p. 45. HPN
Sheahen, Nellie, homemaker. July 7, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Silverman, Earl D., Dec. 15, 1949, p. 9. HPN
Simons, Julia, homemaker. Feb. 17, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Skoglund, Otto, July 14, 1949. p. 3. HPN
Smart, Anna R., homemaker. Oct. 20, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Smith, Joseph E., businessman. Sept. 1, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Sorsen, Alma. De. 22, 1949, p. 37. HPN
Stabling, George, Mar. 17, 1949. p. 33. HPN
Steinhaus, Marie E., homemaker. Oct. 20, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Stewart, Lachlaw, Bell telephone wireman. Aug. 11, 1949. p. 45. HPN
Stoney, Dorothy. Mar. 17, 1949. p. 33. HPN
Stupey, Margaret, homemaker, July 21, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Sullivan, Grace, teacher. June 2, 1949. p. 41. HPN
Sullivan, Helena, homemaker. Dec. 15, 1949, p. 49. HPN
Sullivan, M. J., Mar. 3, 1949. p. 35. HPN
Timm, Emma, homemaker. Sept. 8, 1949. p. 41. HPN
Travetto, Hallie, homemaker. Aug. 4, 1949. p. 33. HPN
Turner, Twain, Mar. 31, 1949. p. 33. HPN
Udell, John L. Mar. 24, 1949. p. 3. HPN
Vai, Mario, May 19, 1949. p. 41. HPN
Vail, Jennie McCulloch, homemaker. Nov. 24, 1949. p. 38. HPN
Vetteridge, Madelyn. Apr. 7, 1949. p. 40. HPN
Voigt, Herman. June 2, 1949. p. 41. HPN
Walker, Mary Alice, child. June 16, 1949. 41. HPN
Walz, Mae Whiting, homemaker. Aug. 11, 1949. p. 45. HPN
Waterhouse, Mary Ellen, homemaker. Jan. 6, 1949. p. 10. HPN
Weise, Dorothy L., homemaker. Dec. 29, 1949. P. 30. HPN
Wells, Arthur, janitor. Dec. 15, 1949, p. 49. HPN
Wells, James T. Oct. 6, 1949. p. 39. HPN
Whitman, Russell, law book editor. Dec. 29, 1949, p. 30. HPN
Wilcox, Mrs. J. A. May 26, 1949. p. 3. HPN
Williams, Monica, Mar. 17, 1949. p. 33. HPN
Wilson, William G. train conductor. Jan. 13, 1949. p. 39. HPN
Wood, Joseph B., clerical worker. Sept. 22, 1949. p. 37. HPN
Young, Leo M., Dec. 22, 1949, p. 37. HPN
Zaker, Lauretta, homemaker. Apr. 28, 1949. p. 37. HPN
PARENT-TEACHER ASSOCIATION (PTA)
High School area PTAs slate joint parley. Oct. 20, 1949. p. 3.
11 PTA groups to hear Overstreets Wed. Nov. 9. Oct. 27, 1949. p. 3.
11 PTA groups to sponsor joint program Nov. 9. Nov. 3, 1949, p. 5.
PARKING
City makes plans for new parking lot. Jan. 27, 1949. p. 4.
City council to receive bids for new parking lot. Apr. 28, 1949. p. 3.
Quigley & Schneider submit lowest bid for new parking lot. May 26, 1949. p. 3.
Quigley & Schneider to start construction of parking lot soon. June 9, 1949, p.3.
City of Highland Park orders 25 additional parking meters. Aug. 4, 1949. p. 5.
City's first public parking lot now open. Sept. 1, 1949. p. 3.
Greedy motorists cut parking space. Dec. 8, 1949, p. 4.
PARKS & RECREATION
Jan. Seek to make park out of land near Briargate subdivision. Jan. 20, 1949. p. 3.
Mar. Work is progressing on Morgan playground. Mar. 17, 1949. p . 8.
Plat of Morgan playground. Mar. 24, 1949. p. 9.
Apr. To operate seven playgrounds in H.P. this summer. Apr. 21, 1949. p. 5.
May Plans for Center set in motion. Board reviews bids. Photo of proposed building. May 26, 1949. p. 5.
June German youth, A. E. Walter, visits here to study recreation program. June 2, 1949. p. 5.
July Indian Day Camp offers varied fun for youngsters. July 14, 1949. p. 22.
Work on new center started at 45 acre Sunset Park site. July 28, 1949. p. 5.
Oct. Park Board reports good beach season. Oct. 27, 1949. p. 5.
PHYSICIANS
Name doctors who will occupy new medical suite. Jan. 6, 1949. p. 3.
Highland Park doctors to occupy medical suite. Jan. 13, 1949. p . 9.
PILOTS
Jane Robbins rescues Eskimo adrift on ice. Apr. 7, 1949. p. 31. '
Alaska fascinating country, woman pilot tells Chamber. June 23, 1949. p.8.
POLIO
July No polio cases in this area, health president says. July 7, 1949. p. 6.
Aug. Polio hits again as second HPHS student contracts disease. Aug. 4, 1949. p. 3.
New polio case. Aug. 4, 1949. p. 3.
Polio precautions. Aug. 4, 1949. p. 5.
Richard E. Inman dead of bulbar polio. Aug. 11, 1949. p. .3
Polio developments. Aug. 11, 1949. p. 3.
Dr. Douglas Boyd to Boston in polio study. Aug. 11, 1949. p. 9.
Three new polio cases reported. Aug. 11, 1949. p. 3.
Denies report city will use DDT spray to check polio. Aug. 11, 1949. p. 3.
Masons cancel picnic due to polio outbreak. Aug. 18, 1949. p. 17.
Two new polio cases reported in Highland Park. Aug. 25, 1949. p. 3.
Give away DDT in fight against polio. Aug. 25, 1949. p. 23.
Sept. No new polio cases in Highland Park. Sept. 1, 1949. p. 4.
Dr. Boyd gives report on effect of spraying flies. Sept. 1, 1949. p. 5.
Mrs. Peter Rettig Highwood's first polio fatality. Sept. 15, 1949. p. 3.
Oct. Mrs. Powell is 10th H.P. polio victim. Oct. 20, 1949. p. 5.
PREFAB HOUSES
Problem of prefab houses confronts Highwood council. Aug. 4, 1949. p. 3.
Highwood continues study of prefab houses. Aug. 25, 1949. p. 4.
PUBLIC FINANCE
Town of West Deerfield statement of funds. Apr. 28, 1949. p. 29.
Annul statement of township school treasurer. Sept. 15, 1949. p. 38.
RABIES
Health department warns about rabies. Apr. 21, 1949. p. 4.
RADIO
Myron Hexter wins high honor in radio communication work. May 19, 1949. p. 28.
Await new county radio wave length. July 14, 1949. p. 28.
Through Myron Hexter, Mrs. Keats learns of family's safety. Aug. 11, 1949. p.5.
Mrs. B. R. Solomon was radio serial heroine for 13 years. Aug. 18, 1949. p. 12.
RAILROADS
Jan. North Shore Line's president presents balance sheet. Jan. 6, 1949. p. 3.
Local communities retain joint counsel in Shore Line cases. Jan. 27, 1949. p. 5.
Mar. Shore Line hearings continue as villages present their case. Mar. 10, 1949. p. 3.
Apr Shore Line spokesman says towns have no practical plan. Apr. 21, 1949. p. 3.
June ICC grants slash in service to N. Shore line. June 2, 1949. p. 3.
North Shore releases new train schedules. June 9, 1949. p. 6.
ICC takes N. Shore proposal under advisement. June 23, 1949. p. 3.
Aug. ICC reopens hearings on Shore Line request to substitute buses. Aug. 4, 1949. p. 5.
Highwood granted second hearing on bus service dispute. Aug. 11, 1949. p. 5.
Sept. CNW also objects to Dist. 108 taxes. Sept. 29, 1949. p. 3.
Oct. Council approves $1350 for North Shore R.R. fight. Oct. 13, 1949. p. 3.
13 school districts involved in tax levy objection. Oct. 20, 1949. p. 3.
Nov. Hearing on Shore Line abandonment set for Nov. 30, Nov. 3, 1949, p. 3.
Hearing on Shore Line abandonment postponed to Jan. 3. Dec. 15, 1949, p. 3
RAVINES
Secret of the Moraine ravine still lends intrigue to the city. Nov. 24, 1949, p. 19.
RAVINIA PARK/FESTIVAL
Four opera stars to solo at Ravinia this summer. May 5, 1949. p. 3.
Ravinia season will open as scheduled on June 28. May 19, 1949. p. 3. (In spite of May 14 fire.)
Grant permission to Ravinia to rebuild. May 19, 1949. p. 3.
Work starts this week on temporary Ravinia Park pavilion. May 26, 1949. p. 3.
New Ravinia offered exciting programs during opening week. July 7, 1949. p. 25.
22,158 music lovers thronged Ravinia last week. Aug. 11, 1949. p. 4.
Chamber (music) week hits jackpot at Ravinia. Aug. 11, 1949. p. 5.
Record breaking crowd of 120,658 at Ravinia final week. Aug. 18, 1949. p. 4.
Howell Murray is new chairman of Ravinia Association. Nov.3, 1949, p. 4.
RELOCATION
16 here make change of residence. Feb. 10, 1949. p. 19.
16 H.P. families are moving away. Aug. 11, 1949. p. 27.
Newcomers to Highland Park, article lists those coming in and those leaving area. Dec. 15, 1949, p. 37.
RIDGE FARM
Ridge Farm appoints Hans R., Klenke director. Apr. 7, 1949. p. 9.
Ridge Farm open house scheduled for next Sunday. June 16, 1949. p. 5.
Dr. Irene Josselyn on Ridge Farm staff. Aug. 18, 1949. p. 27.
ROADS AND HIGHWAYS
Form new organization to improve 3 streets. Aug. 11, 1949. p.26.
Highwood changes Railway Avenue to Green Bay Road. Nov. 24, 1949, p. 3.
ROBBINS, JANE
Jane Robbins rescues Eskimo adrift on ice. Apr. 7, 1949. p. 31.
Alaska fascinating country, woman pilot tells Chamber. June 23, 1949. p. 8.
ROOSEVELT, ELEANOR
Tickets on sale here for lecture by Eleanor Roosevelt. Jan. 17, 1949. p. 25.
Governor Stevenson to welcome Mrs. Roosevelt. Feb. 24, 1949. p. 4.
Tickets going fast for Roosevelt speech. Mar. 3, 1949. p. 5.
SAFETY
Jan. Ravinia PTA starts its own fund for crossing guards. Jan. 13, 1949. p. 3.
Safety Council warns of January perils. Jan. 13, 1949. p. 4.
Feb. Three intersections to have stop lights. Feb. 17, 1949. p. 3.
Leading safety director to speak at Lincoln School. Feb. 24, 1949. p. 5.
Mar. Ask parents to teach children traffic safety rules. Mar. 31, 1949. p. 5.
Apr Highland Park PTA Council warns motorist. Apr. 7, 1949. p. 5.
Warns youngsters against using metal on kites. Apr. 14, 1949. p. 9.
Spring frolicking may turn to tragedy. Apr. 21, 1949. p. 7.
June Mayor Patton urges safety over July 4; no fireworks allowed in Highland Park. June 30, 1949. p. 3.
July Install new flashing signals at crossings. July 28, 1949. p. 4.
Aug. Safety lane success; 675 cars checked. Aug. 25, 1949. p. 5.
Oct. Telephone drivers have a bang-up day in defensive driving. Oct. 13, 1949. p. 5.
Nov. Check 300 bikes in Elm Place School test program. Nov. 10, 1949, p. 22.
Dec. Show need for safety council restraint of teen-age drivers. Dec. 8, 1949, p. 3.
SAILING
Boat trip to South America has thrills for 18-year-old, Jack Schultz. Apr. 7, 1949. p. 8.
N. Shore Yacht Club installs electric winch. July 28, 1949. p. 31.'
Skippers and their crews -NSYC. Photo. Sept. 1, 1949. Cover.
SANBORN, COLIN, Curator: Field Museum.
From bird watcher to curator: the saga of Colin Sanborn. Nov. 3, 1949, p. 7.
SARRETT, DR. LEWIS H.
Dr. L. H. Sarrett helps find cure for arthritis. Aug. 11, 1949. p. 14.
SCHOLARSHIPS
Two H.P. caddies awarded Evans scholarships. July 14, 1949. p. 3.
Music scholarship established as Michaels Memorial. Sept. 15, 1949. p. 5.
High School PTA awards scholarships to nine students. Oct. 6, 1949. p. 20.
SCHOOLS
Jan. Elm Place Student Councils busy helping needy children. Jan. 6, 1949. p. 32.
Barber shop quartet to fill Elm Place School with music. Jan.13, 1949. p. 3.
Feb It's back to school night Monday at Braeside. Feb. 3, 1949. p. 8.
Committee to report soon on school district split. Feb. 10, 1949. p. 4.
To learn and enjoy is aim at Lincoln School. Feb. 24, 1949. p. 4.
Mar. Elm Place PTA to present symposium. (on education) Mar. 10, 1949. p. 13.
July Collect $2000 to improve Catholic school playground. July 7, 1949. p. 8.
Aug. Schools will unite for two days of in-service meetings. Aug. 25, 1949. p. 5.
H. Park children anticipate attending Country Day School. Aug. 25, 1949. p. 10.
Sept. Annual statement of township school treasurer. Sept. 15, 1949. p. 38.
Oct. Name H. W. Norman to state school survey commission. Oct. 20, 1949. p. 5.
SCHOOLS-DISTRICT 107
Kurz resigns: McGuffin elected to school board. Jan. 20, 1949. p. 5.
District caucus chooses candidates for school board. Mar. 3, 1949. p. 4.
School board candidates for District 107 announced. Mar. 17, 1949. p. 5.
Committee named for District 107. May 5, 1949. p. 5.
District 107 faculty members attending summer study classes. Aug. 4, 1949. p4.
District 107 schedules third annual educational workshop. Aug. 11, 1949. p.13.
Improvements are underway, announces School District 107. Aug. 18, 1949. p. 5.
SCHOOLS-DISTRICT 108
Feb. To name candidates for election to School Board 108. Feb. 3, 1949. p. 3.
Full manual arts program given in District 108 schools. Feb. 24, 1949. p. 21.
Mar. Caucus candidates in School District 108 have competition. Mar. 3, 1949. p. 5.
Announce candidates for school board in District 108. Mar. 10, 1949. p. 4.
Files for position on School Board, District 108. Mar. 24, 1949. p. 3.
Absentee ballots available in District 108. Mar. 31, 1949. p. 8.
July District 108 high taxes explained by school board. July 7, 1949. p. 3.
Aug. Taxpayers' group fights plans for new school, voters to be canvassed by mail. Aug. 18, 1949. p. 3.
Citizens organize in attempt to slash Dist. 108 taxes. Aug. 25, 1949. p. 3.
Sept. Dr. L. Ball answers a few timely questions. Sept. 1, 1949. p. 5.
Over 100 workers to launch voters 'league'; plans told for organization of District 108 citizens. Sept. 8, 1949. p. 3.
District 108 schools show some increase in enrollments. Sept. 8, 1949. p. 5.
Ceremony Friday to dedicate West Ridge School addition. Sept. 8, 1949. p. 5.
Voters' League gives findings on Dist. 108 enrollments. Sept. 15, 1949. p. 3
Board writes open letter to Dist. 108 residents. Text given. Sept. 15, 1949. p. 5.
Circulate petitions protesting new school. Sept. 22, 1949. p. 3.
Open letter to school board and residents of Dist. 108. Sept. 22, 1949. p. 5.
CNW objects to 108 taxes; citizens also file protest. Sept. 29, 1949. p. 3.
Petition asks delay of Dist. 108 school for proof of need. Sept. 29, 1949. p. 4.
Oct. School tax objectors file a second suit. Oct. 6, 1949. p. 3.
Chairmen report progress on 108 Voters' League petition. Oct. 6, 1949. p. 5.
Over 3000 sign school petition. Oct. 13. 1949. p. 3.
Review Dist. 108 board program. Oct. 13, 1949. p. 9.
Pupil survey to be conducted in District 108. Oct. 20, 1949. p. 4.
League (Voters' League) defers joining tax fact group. Oct. 27, 1949. p. 3.
Nov. Present petition of 3000 names to board Tuesday. Nov. 3, 1949, p. 3.
Voters’ League asks joint group inquiry. Nov. 10, 1949, p. 3.
Board says no to plea for joint inquiry. Nov. 17, 1949, p. 3.
School Dist. 108 announces reduction in 1949 tax levies. Nov. 17, 1949, p. 5.
Voters’ League to “protect public interest”. Nov. 24, 1949, p. 3.
Dec. D. H. H. Linn here to study future bldg.(sic) needs in Dist. 108. Dec. 1, 1949, p. 4.
Seek to make 108 Voters’ League a permanent group. Dec. 1, 1949, p. 5.
Dist. 108’s problems evidently are not isolated ones. Dec. 15, 1949, p. 4.
SCHOOLS-DISTRICT 111
Seek additions to school buildings. Jan. 20, 1949. p. 5.
SENIOR CITIZENS
Organize group for older persons at Community Center. Jan. 27, 1949. p. 14.
SPORTS
Curling enthusiasts enjoy comfort of indoor 'Sweeping'. Jan. 13, 1949. p. 11.
Horse show to be given Saturday. Feb. 10, 1949. p. 30.
HPHS swimming classes end season with demonstration. Aug. 11, 1949. p. 37.
STREET NUMBERS
Survey shows need for revising street system; city's numbering system confusing. July 21, 1949. p. 3.
Committee approves grid street plan for city; duplication of street names also under consideration. July 28, 1949. p. 3.
Work progresses on house number changes. Dec. 22. 1949, p. 3.
Nine Highland Park streets selected for name change. Dec. 29, 1949, p. 3.
STRIKES
Heat’s on in H,.P. schools, hospital despite strike. Nov. 10, 1949, p. 3.
Northwestern trains cancelled in strike now back in service. Nov. 24, 1949, p. 3.
TAXATION/TAXES
May This tax proposal (sales tax on construction costs) hits a new low. May 12, 1949. (ed.) p. 4.
And NOW--more taxes. (ed.) May 19, 1949. p. 4.
June Householders warned by Federal Bureau (re: wine-making) June 2, 1949. p. 3.
Increase in library tax up for vote Saturday. June 23, 1949. p. 3.
1948 tax bill to show increase. June 30, 1949. p. 3.
July Home owners rebel against tax bill. July 7, 1949. p. 3.
County tax review board swamped with complaints. (ed.) July 14, 1949. p. 4.
Aug. Deadline taxpayers flood collector's office at 11th hour. Aug. 4, 1949. p. 5.
Tax ordinance for 1949 filed by H.P. council. Aug. 11, 1949. p. 3.
Tax bills lowered for 37 residents. Aug. 11, 1949. p. 4.
Tax reductions studied yesterday at Court House. Aug. 18, 1949. p. 4.
High school board requests tax rate increase. Aug. 25, 1949. p. 3.
Citizens organize in attempt to slash Dist. 108 taxes. Aug. 25, 1949. p. . 3.
Sept. Higher rate would offset taxes lost in school split. Sept. 15, 1949. p. 3.
Record number of voters approved tax rate increase. Sept. 22, 1949. p. 3.
Oct. 13 school districts are involved in tax levy objection. Oct. 20, 1949. p. 3.
TEACHERS
Memories of Highland Park’s first teacher: Miss Elliott. Nov. 10, 1949, p. 4. Letter by Sydney D. Morris.
TEENAGERS
Teenagers to sample future duties; to take over government for a day. Feb. 3, 1949. p. 3.
Young people to have charge of Sunday service. Feb. 3, 1949. p. 4.
It's not a revolution but freshmen take over City Hall. Feb. 10, 1949. p. 3.
To discuss social life of teen-agers. Mar. 3, 1949. p. 3.
Teen-agers, parents to confer Wednesday on social life. Mar 10, 1949. p. 3.
Discuss social life of teen-agers. Mar. 24, 1949. p. 5.
Youth advisers to speak here. Mar. 31, 1949. p. 5.
Lack of recreational facilities for teen-agers discussed. Mar. 31, 1949. p. 5.
Teen-aged trio bound over to grand jury. Aug. 4, 1949. p. 5.
Show need for safety council restraint of teen-age drivers. Dec. 8, 1949, p. 3.
TELECOMMUNICATION
Speed sending of telegrams. May 5, 1949. p. 3.
TELEPHONES
New phone building has first tenants. Mar. 17, 1949. p. 5.
May 1 is moving day for business office of telephone company. Apr. 21, 1949. p. 3.
Try to maintain service standard of Illinois Bell. May 19, 1949. p. 5.
Illinois Bell submits new rate plan to commerce commission. May 26, 1949. p3
New telephone building exemplifies community progress. June 23, 1949. p. 5.
Bell program cut may not affect Highland Park. July 7, 1949. p. 5.
Commerce Commission approves Illinois Bell rate increase. Oct. 13, 1949. p3.
Phone dial service to begin shortly after January 1. Nov. 3, 1949, p. 5.
Illinois Bell set for anticipated holiday rush. Dec. 22, 1949, p. 5.
TELEVISION
Cover photo: Kindergartners create video set. Mar. 31, 1949.
THEATER
Feb. H.P. Players choose cast for next play. Feb. 3, 1949. p. 5.
Cast announced for operetta at Highland Park High School. Feb. 10, 1949. p. 5.
Mar. Tenthouse theater to be here this summer. Mar. 3, 1949. p. 3.
Prominent Highland Parkers to participate in play here. Mar. 3, 1949. p. 5.
May Tenthouse Theatre will open Tuesday. May 26, 1949. p. 4.
July Chevy Chase Theater opens in Wheeling. July 14, 1949. p. 36.
Noel Coward hit is in store for patrons of Tenthouse Theatre. July 21, 1949. p4.
Peggy Ann Garner stars in Chevy Chase play. July 21, 1949. p. 32.
Chevy Chase players to give "Love from a Stranger" next. July 28, 1949. p. 32.
Tenthouse stars to perform at ORT tea Tuesday. July 28, 1949. p. 32.
Tenthouse Theatre to present "The Heiress". July 28, 1949. p. 37.
Aug. Tenthouse play for next week is mystery thriller. Aug. 11, 1949. p. 10.
Buddy Ebsen to star in 'Man from Home' at Chevy Chase. Aug. 11, 1949. p. 46.
Players to present "Wedding Spells". Aug. 18, 1949. p. 38.
THRIFT SHOP
Thrift Shop started during days of first World War. Oct. 20, 1949. p. 5.
TRAFFIC
Three intersections to have stoplights. Feb. 17, 1949. p. 3.
Commission paints picture of Highland Park traffic. Feb. 17, 1949. p. 4
Governor to act on traffic suggestions by Highland Parkers. Mar. 17, 1949. p10.
Ask parents to teach children traffic safety rules. Mar. 31, 1949. p. 5.
Install new flashing signals at crossings. July 28, 1949. p. 4.
Photo-new traffic signals at Green Bay & Central. July 28, 1949. p. 18.
Highway Div. makes study of traffic. Sept. 29, 1949. p. 4.
Traffic experts to appear here next Thursday. Nov. 24, 1949, p. 3.
TREES
Braeside School Arbor Day planting. Photo. May 5, 1949. p. 17.
TRUMAN, HARRY S. (U.S. President)
Harry Truman to take part in 'Great Hour'. Mar. 24, 1949. p. 23.
Two from here aid in presentation of medal to Truman. Apr. 14, 1949. p. 33.
UDELL, JOHN L.
Death takes John L. Udell, H.P. News business manager. Mar. 24, 1949. p. 3.
A tribute. (ed.) Mar. 24, 1949. p. 4.
UHLMANN, RICHARD F.
Current Biography presents life, work of R. F. Uhlmann. Feb. 17, 1949. p. 7.
U. S. POST OFFICE
See also: Helicopters.
Helicopters to stop here. Map showing proposed landing sites. Mar. 17, 1949. p. 3.
Newly remodeled post office plans open house Friday. June 15, 1949. p. 5.
Await decision on consolidation of three post offices. July 21, 1949. p. 3.
Consolidation of 3 post offices authorized. Sept. 29, 1949. p. 3.
Postoffice lists Christmas hours. Dec. 8, 1949, p. 5.
VANDALISM
No excuse for vandalism. Oct. 27, 1949. p. 4.
Parking meters are wrecked by vandals on Hallowe’en night. Nov. 3, 1949, p. 3.
Vandals at work Hallowe’en night. Nov. 3, 1949, p. 4.
Meter smashers stand trial today at 9:30. Nov. 10, 1949, p. 3.
VETERANS
Violation of law seen in VA plan. Jan 13, 1949. p. 22.
Hospitalized can win prizes by entering writing contest. May 12, 1949. p. 31.
Legion will sell poppies Saturday to benefit vets. May 19, 1949. p. 3.
A Gold Star mother remembers the boys who did come back. Nov. 10, 1949, p. 14.
Highwood Legion lists annual veteran projects. Nov. 24, 1949, p. 31.
Vets indebted to V.A. may lose future dividends. Dec. 15, 1949, p. 38.
WATER
Mr. Benjamin Lewis takes stand against water rates. June 2, 1949. p. 4.
WATSON, DUDLEY CRAFTS
Notable Highland Parker column. Feb. 10, 1949. p. 8.
WINE MAKING
Householders warned by Federal Bureau. (re: possibilities of taxes due) June 2, 1949. p. 3.
YERKES, CHARLES TYSON
Where’d we get the trough, or is there a horse who cares? (Horse trough Sheridan Rd. and Forest Ave. History) Dec. 8, 1949, p. 5.
ZONING
Building inspector re-states zoning laws. Jan. 27, 1949. p. 4.
Council appoints E., L. Andrews Jr. to zoning committee. Mar. 31, 1949. p. 3.
Ridgewood Drive home builders hit legal snag. Aug. 18, 1949. p. 4.
