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a -- Winnetka Public Winnetka, Jil. A Clean Newspaper for a Clean Community EEKLY TALK VOL. XIV, NO. 18 WINNETKA, ILLINOIS, SATURDAY, JULY 11, 1925 TWENTY-FOUR PAGES PRICE FIVE CENTS WINNETKA GETS GARDEN EXHIBIT National Gardeners' Associa- tion Picks Community House for Big Event OFFER MANY AWARDS Displays of Vegetables and Varieties of Flowers "The flowers Spring, tra la! Have nothing to do with the thing, tra lal" Absolutely nothing! For it's only the flowers that blossom in the good old summer time that will have a chance at the big Summer Flower show which 1s to be staged by the North Shore branch of Illinois, of the National As- sociation of Gardeners which is to be held in the Winnetka Community House gymnasium, July 25 and 26. More than 200 prizes are being of- fered, mostly in cash, besides numerous special prizes. The awards will include recognition of all varieties of meritori- ous exhibits. There will be seven classes of exhibits, including one for amateurs only and many awards for exhibits by children. Members of the North Shore branch, as listed in the attractive booklet got- ten out as a premium list, include the following: J. R. Clarke, secretary-treas- urer; James Wilson, chairman ; Thomas Blair, Joseph Burgess, William Critch- ton, Thomas R. Dobbin, Robert I. Dob- bin, John Elliot, Frank Kuehne, Robert Kuehne, William Mitchie, John Mec- Gregor, Axel Neilson, Robert Preston, William Stewart, Marc Tweeney, Wal- ter Sims, Walter Taylor. Associate members are: N. J. Hook, Albert Franken, E. A. Lynn and Charles I.. May. that bloom in the State Exhibit Rules The rules for the exhibition provide that entries must be in at least 48 hours in advance of the opening of the ex- hibit, and the exhibits must be in posi- tion on or before noon of the day of the exhibit. All exhibits shown must have been grown by exhibitors for at least 90 days preceding the exhibit, and are to be arranged in classes as far as possible. Commercial florists or nur- sery-men will not be eligible to compete for the prizes. Section 1 will consist of vegetable exhibits. Thirty-one prizes are offered in this section, for everything from cabbages to beans. In most cases, two prizes are given, one for first and one for second. Some also provide a third prize. Group or display exhibits carry larger prizes than single exhibits. Section 2 will be one of the showiest parts of the affair since it will be de- voted to flower arrangements in vases and baskets. Prizes will be given for the best vase of roses, the vase to be supplied by the Society; for the best basket of cut flowers, the best vase or basket by children between the ages of 12 and 16 years; the best vase of out- door roses--six of one variety and the best basket of sweet-peas, all arranged for effect. . Cut-Flower Section Section 3 will be devoted to cut flowers. There are 25 different classes in this section, with a total of 57 prizes. The exhibits will make a colorful dis- play with all the colors of the rainbow present to bedizen the big hall. They will include both perennials and an- nuals, in displays of six to 12 varieties, also individual exhibits of phlox, del- phinium, Shasta daisies, verbenas, mari- golds, Calliopsis, old-fashioned Holly hocks, scabiosa, zinnias, snapdragons, lilies and gladioli--the latter in four different classes. Sweet-peas will abound in Section 4, with 10 prizes as the goal of competi- tors. Group exhibits ranging from 12 to three varieties will predominate in this section. An important section will be that de- voted to plants. There are 42 prizes offered in this section with special prizes given to exhibits which are es- pecially novel or meritorious, but are not listed in the premium list. Hang- ing baskets, palms, ferns, group exhib- its and potted plants will make up the major portion. A novel section will be that devoted to fruits, for which 18 prizes will be given. Thirteen different varieties are listed, consisting mostly of the small fruits. Apples, pears and mellons are also to have a chance to show their relative merits, however. Section 7 will be for amateurs only. This is considered one of the import- ant parts of the exhibit as it is a means of encouraging the amateur to greater effort in the delightful avocation he has chosen. GIRLS HOLD LEAD IN SCHOOL ATTENDANCES A new honor roll made its appear- ance this week when Principal Wil- lard Beatty of the Skokie school made pubiic the list of children in all the NV.ainectla grammar schools who had achicved a perfect attendance through- out the school year ending June, 1925, and had never been tardy during that period. Seven pupils achieved the distinction at the Skokie school. They were Martha FEtzbach, Olive Eason, Dor- othy Doughty, Louise Hubsch, Jane Copthorne, Marjorie McLaren, and Jean Thackery. Tt will be noted that the list is made up entirely of girls. At the Horace Mann school the boys came in for their share of the honors. The list includes Walter Diebold, Tom I'hackery, Arthur Henning, George Lorimer, Samuel Luensman, Dorothy Jacobson, Jane Knowles, Victor Luens- man, and Robert Chapman. The Hubbard Woods school honor roll was comprised of two girls, Elaine Kus and Annie Borovicka. A boy and girl had perfect records at the Greeley school. They were Grace Erickson and Stanley Rich. RENEW SKEETER FUND REQUESTS Need More Money to Battle Summer Time Pest Early in Tune the Winnetka Mos- quito Ahatement committee seat out to the householders of Winnetka about 200 reauests for funds to be contributed for the work of mosquito abatement under the direction of Vil- lage Manager Woolhiser with the as- sistance of experts employed by the committee, and in that notice stated that it was its hope to raise $4000 for the current ceason's work. Up to the end of June some 300 re- sponses to this request had been re- ceived and an analysis of the amounts contributed which may be of interest follows : 4 contributions of $50; 13 contributions of $25; 5 contributions of $20; 8 contributions of $15; 44 contribu- tions of '$10; 1 contribution of $7.50; 102 contributions of $5; 21 contribu. tions of $3; 3 contributions of $2.50; 56 contributions of $2; 43 contributions of $1; the total amount being just un- der one-half of the amount requested. From the list it will be noted that the subscription was a popular one rather than the result of a few large contributions, which is as it should be in a village community. In order, however, that the work may be carried on to advantage, the committee ear- nestly hopes that contributions from those who have for one reason or an- other so far failed to assist the work may be forthcoming and if so, they should be sent to Ayres Boal, treas- urer, Mosquito Abatement fund, care of the Village Manager, Village hall, Winnetka. As was anticipated, the elimination of mosquitoes in Winnetka this year is far from perfect and the recent warm weather and showers have given an impetus to the breeding and in order to get the most prompt action on the new breeding places, the com- mittee would greatly appreciate a post- card from anyone on whese premises the mosquitoes are apnarently above the average for this time of year, ad- dressing the Mosquito Abatement committee, care of the Village Man- ager, Village hall, Winnetka. Upon receipt of such notices the conditions will he investigated and an effort made to reduce future broods. "Trail of the Axe" to Show Here Next Week Lovers of the great outdoors should welcome the announcement from Com- munity House that "The Trail of the Axe" has been selected as the feature picture at next Friday's motion pic- ture programs. The setting for this nicture is the magnificent forests of northern California and the story centers around life in a thriving lum- her camp. Dustin Farnum plays the leading role. An "Our Gang" comedy, "Cradle Robbers," will complete the progrom. Performances begin at 7:30 and 9 o'clock. O. H. Olney of the Moody Bible in- stitute will be the speaker at the regu- lar Sunday evening service at the First Evangelical Scandinavian church, at 8 o'clock. The mid-week scandinavian service will be held as usual at 8 o'clock, Wednesday evening, and Thursday, July 16, Mrs. Otto Spegel will entertain the Ladies' Aid society at her home, 318 Park avenue, Wilmette. NOTABLES AT STONE LAYING 'Many Groups Place Docu- ments in Strong Box Impressive ceremonies marked the laying of the cornerstone of the new Village Administration building last Saturday afternoon as a part of the Community Fourth of July celebration. J. D. Pierce, member of the village council, was chairman of the commit- tee in charge of this event. The ceremonies began at 2 o'clock with an address by Village President John S. Miller, Jr. A stand was pro- vided for the speakers and guests of honor, who were Merle B. Waltz, vil- lage president of Glencoe, and James C. Murray, village president of Kenil- worth. Invitations were sent to all village presidents on the north shore; but these were the only ones able to attend. Seal Memorable Papers Following the address by President Liiller there was singing by the as- semblage and then various village or- ganizations presented documents to be c¢nclosed in the cornerstone. James A. White, president of the Winnetka park district, presented the printed annual report of that body together with a map showing present and proposed park areas in the vil- lage. The Winnetka board of educa- tion also presented a document through E. S. Ballard, its president. The Winnetka Plan commission presented a copy of the Winnetka Plan book and a letter from Judge Charles M. Thomson giving the pres- ent organization of the Plan commis- sion. Robert Kingery, representing the zoning board of appeals, presented the Winnetka Zoning ordinance and Darrel S. Boyd of the Village Im- provement association also presented a document. George Park, representing the Win- netka Chamber of Commerce, pre- sented a letter from that organization giving the names of the present mem- bers and telling of the ideals for which they strive. Dr. James Fonda, president of the Winnetka Rotary club, presented a copy of the club char- ter together with its constitution and by-laws. The Community House gave a booklet describing its activities. Women Represented Miss Ruth Matz, president of the Winnetka Woman's club, presented a document and the North Shore Coun- try Day school sent a booklet describ- ing the work of the school. The Win- netka Masonic lodge, represented by William F. Groene, master, gave a docniment to be put in the box. Lloyd Hollister and Samuel Otis, renresenting the American Legion, presented a bronze Legion button to be with the other articles and Mr. Hollister, as publisher of WINNETKA TALK, presented selected pages from recent issues relating various instances leading to the realization of the new structure. After these ceremonies the corner- stone was laid in place by Mr. Miller. Work on the Administration building is progressing very satisfactorily and it will be completed well within the time limits, according to present in- dications. Who Knows? A hand loom might be exactly what you want! Read about it below. SALE--HAND LOOM, new, for FOR practically € weaving colonial cover- lets, baby blankets, lin- en runners, etc. This loom used one hour daily paid for itself in a month. Owner mov- ing away. Loom and ac- cessories with instruc- tions, $55. Phone Win- netka 2160. OUR WANT ADS will tell you how to MAKE MONEY EASILY WANT AD DEADLINE THURSDAY NOON COMPLETE NEW TENNIS COURTS FOR CAMPERS Great improvements have been made in Community House Camp at Hamlin Lake. The Ilong-hoped-for cement tennis court is at last finished at a total cost of $1300. It is a beautiful piece of work, the envy of all the other summer resorts. On July 7 the camp councillors played the opening game on the court, thius dedicating it to a long life of pleasure and profit. The much-needed addition to the as- sembly hall and fire place is also com- pleted. Its cost was $325.60. The ad- dition, too, will be put to immed ate use and will be a real source of inspira- tion and benefit to countless Winnetka boys who will occupy the came this year and in days to come. The money to cover the cost of these improvements was brought in by the card party "benefit" in the spring. Those who have been at the camp say that the funds have been weil spent. The "Chief" is giving a valuable course in the psycholegy of leadership to the older boys, according to the latest reports. The total membership of the camp is 41. U.S. TO HELP HADLEY SCHOOL Appropriates Funds to Pur- chase Text-Books Alfred Allen, secretary of the Had- ley Correspondence Schoo! for the Blind, who has returned from Hudson, Ohio, where he attended the biennial convention of the American Associa- tion of Workers for the Blind, reports that at this most successful conven- tion, which was addressed by Helen Keller, his report of the progress of the Hadley school was received with widespread interest. "Workers for the blind from coast to coast expressed surprise at the growth of the work, and spoke enthusiastically of the great good which is being done for the bling," Mr. Allen said. Mr. Allen reports that he has been successful in securing Federal aid for the school. The federal government appropriates $56,000 annually to provide text-books for the education of blind children. The Hadley Cerrespoadence school, though founded primarily to educate the aduit blind, has on ite enrollment a number of blind students of school age who should be, but are not, for various reasons, students in the regu- lar state schools for the blind. The government provides the money neces- sary to furnish text-books for all stu- dents in schocls for the blind, and by virtue of its enrollment of these stu- dents, the Hadley Cerrespondence school will receive approximately $500 worth of text-hool's annually, Mr. Allen announces. These books are made at the American Printing House for the Blind, Louisville, Ky. Mr. Allen left this week for a visit to this plant, where he hopes to discover im- proved methods of printing which may be used by the Hadley Correspondence school. Viking Sailors Arrive Safely at Island Port Word of the safe arrival of the Vik- ing and her crew of 20 boys at Ad- venture Island has been received by Mrs. Charles A. Kinney, wife of the builder and skipper of the ship. The Viking, which is an exact replica of the ships used by the old viking sea rovers was built by boys of the north shore under Mr. Kenney's supervision, and sailed the 275 miles to the island, which is on Green Bay near Fish Creek, in five days. The crait is rigged similar to the ancient Viking "dragons," as they were called, and has a square sail and 16 oars. Equip- ment for an eight weeks' cruise was taken by the boys and they are not expected to return until late in Au- gust. The ship was built on the beach near the Winnetka pumping station, and launched July 4. Restrictions on Water Use Removed by Village Village Manager H. L. Woolhiser issued a statement this week calling at- tention to the fact that all restrictions recarding the use of water by residents of the village have been removed. Since the end of the extremely dry weather there has been no need to curtail the use of water, he said. In case unusual weather or other condi- tions make it necessary to again im- pose restrictions postal cards will be mailed to all householders, .it stated. "TWAS GRAND FOURTH HERE and General Frolic RACES DRAW CROWDS Laying of Cornerstone Is Impressive Ceremony Old and young alike had a grand and glorious time at the 38th annual Winnetka Fourth of July celebration held last Saturday. The weather was almost perfect and record-breaking crowds turned out to celebrate a real- 'y patriotic Fourth. The program started at 10:30 o'clock in the morning with a base- bail game between Evanston and Winnetka at the Skokie Playfield and a softball game at the Lake Front park. Simultaneously, the water sports, in charge of Roger E. Low, chairman, and Harvey H. Howard, be- gan at the beach. Girls Outdistance Boys The first event, a plunge for dis- tance for boys under 16 years of age was won by Frank Lish, with a dis- tance of 38 feet. John Dewar was second and Kenneth Stixrud third. In the girl's plunge, Nancy Wilder won with a distance of 44 feet, bettering the boy's record. Alice Beardslee was second and Winnie Dewar third. The 25-yard swim for boys under 12 years of age was won by Joe Miller, Fred Fairman coming in second and Teddy Wilder, third. The 20-yard swim for girls was won by Betty Mae Reach, Joyce Stover, second, and Hen- rietta Boal, third. Norman Dally won the 50-yard swim for boys 12 years old and over. Miles Freedman was second and Richard Prouty third. The 50-yard swim for girls 14 years old and over was won by Nancy Wilder, Winnie Dewar being second, and Dorothy Prouty, third. The 100-yard swim for boys was won by John Dewar, Kenneth Stix- rud, second, and Edward Chambers, third. The 20-yard breast stroke for girls was won by Nancy Wilder, Em- ma Woolfolk, second, and Helen Ger- lach, third. The diving event was won by John Dewar, with a total of 401% points. Clifford Swartz was second, and Kenneth Stixrud, third. The distance swim for girls was won by Dorothy Lewis, Nancy Wilder, second, and Helen Gerlach, third. The distance event for boys was won by John Dewar, with Kenneth Stixrud, second, and Everett Chambers, third. Lay Cornerstone : The afternoon program began with the laying of the cornerstone of the new Village Administration building at 2 o'clock. Then the program on the Village Green began. The Star Span- gled Banner was sung and the Decla- ration of Independence read by Hen- ry F. Tenney after which the assem- blage sang America and the children's flag parade was staged. Next came the athletic events. The 50-yard dash, for boys 6 to 8 years old, was won by George Lang, Walter Siebold being second, and Robert Eastman, third. The 50-yard dash for girls of the same age was won by Dorothy Dean, with Phoebe Massey, second, and Jane Scrimgeour, third. The 30-yard dash for children 3 years old and under was won by Mardi Hedman; Bobby Kuipers, second, and Leonard Cole, third. The 40-yard dash for children 4 and 5 years old was won by James McFadzean. Charles Cun- nincham was second and Bob Dawes, third. Peggy McFadzean won the 40-yard sack race for girls, with Florence Nel- son, second, and Ruth Phillips, third. The 50-yard dash for boys 9 and 10 years old was won by John Nielsen, Hugh leming, second, and George Coleman, third. The 50-yard dash for girls 9 to 11 years old was won by Helen Fulton, Margie McNie coming in second and Bernice Kassner, third. Have 3-Legged Race The 50-yard three-legged race for young men 16 years old and over was won by John McFadzean and Harry Porter. Earl Flynn and Phillip Rum- feldt were second and Stewart Boal and Hampden Ripley third. Steven *Windes won the 50-yard dash fer boys 11 to 13 years old. John Lang was second and Richard Jenkins, third. The 50-yard dash for wirls 12 t0:15 years old was won by Ruth Philips. ~ Georgianna Gonsalves seconid and Betty Schubert, third. was {Was ¢ (Continued on Page 2)