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| -- A Clean Newspaper for a Clean Community | WINNETKA WEE | VOI,. XI, NO. 51 WINNETKA, ILLINOIS, SATURDAY, MARCH 1, 1924 TWENTY PAGES PRICE FIVE CENTS LE LEAGUE _ LATE OPPON-NTS ACT Citizens Ga ing Is Called to Consi a Second Town Ticket DISLIKE LEAGUE PLAN Hold Meeting in Wilmette Next Monday It is altogether possible that the voters of New Trier township will be invited to engage in the liveliest Town election recorded in many a year in this community. Dissatisfaction concerning some of the selections of candi- dates made by the New Citizens league was apparent this week of more interested citizens met at the Wilmette Village hall to dis- cuss township affairs in general and the forthcoming Town elec- tion in particular. Representative Gathering It appeared to be the consensus of opinion at the meeting that a second and still more representa- tive sgathering of citizens_shoudd be called for Monday evening, March 3, at the same meeting place, and the group forthwith decided upon such a session. Consequently, next Monday's meet- ing will have as its principal purposes a frank discussion of the various candidates endorsed by the New Trier Citizens league, a careful review of township affairs under the present ad- ministration, and consideration of the feasibility of selecting an opposition slate. As was brought out in last Monday's session, there appears to be consider- when a group forty or able dissatisfaction regarding the manner in which the New Trier Citizens league selected candidates for the Town election in April. These candidates were endorsed at meetings held in Chicago, which many inter- ested citizens were unable to attend, it was pointed out. The meetings, it was further explained, were held dur- ing the hours when many men and women voters vitally interested in township affairs were denied the privi- lege and opportunity of attending be- cause of business responsibilities. The nieetings were held at noon on busi- ness days. Unrest "Apparent But aside from the slate endorsed by the New Trier Citizens league, those who attended Monday's gathering as- serted there was considerable unrest in the township concerning the great- ly increased assessed valuation from the last biennial adjustment and which had brought an appreciable increase in taxes. Opinions will be sought at the meeting next Monday evening, it is said, on the question of selecting candidates in opposition to the slate endorsed by the New Trier Citizens league. Every citizen of New Trier township is urged to attend this meet- ing and to participate in the discus- sions, it is emphasized. WILL YOU HELP? If you haven't contributed to the New Trier High School Band fund to secure uniforms for the players, you can do so by mailing your check in care of the band fund to LLOYD HOLLISTER, INC. 1222 Central Avenue Wilmette, Illinois. The fund of $2,000 is more than two-thirds subscribed. Will you Help? DAVIES OPENS SERIES OF MIDWEEK SERVICES At the midweek service of the Win- netka Congregational church next Wednesday evening, Dr. J. W. F. Davies will speak on "The Social Mes- sage of Witter Bynner's poem, "The New World." This well be the first of a new series of midweek services, for which the fuller schedule follows: March 5--The Social Message of Witter Byner's poem, "The New World"--Dr. Davies. March 12--Book Review--"Religious Perplexities" by 1. P.. Jacks--Dr. James A. Richards. March 19--Talk on "China and Its Present Problems" --Rev. Paul Hutch- inson. March 26--Book Review--"Religious Foundations," edited by Rufus M. Jones--Dr. Richards. April 2--A talk on "George Muller, The English Apostle of Faith," by his friend, Rev. Ralph W. Morphett. April 9--Book Review--"Spiritual Energies in Daily Life" by Rufus M. Jones--Dr. Richards. April 16--Book Review--"By Unknown Disciple"--Dr. Richards. BOARD DEFERS ZONE ACTION Postpones Decision After Hearing Arguments An ~ Matters pertaining to the proposed erection of a modern laundry structure at Spruce and Chestnut streets by the Nelson Laundry company now located on Elm street, and the proposed exten- sion of the commercial and industrial area along Center street north from the present north line of the Commercial area, were subjects at a public hearing Lat the Village hall Tuesday of this week. The hearing was called by the Board of Appeals on Zoning as a joint hearing before that board and the Village coun- cil. Action on either question was de- ferred until a future date although there was a wealth of discussion on both mat- ters in question. With reference to the Nelson peti- tion requesting permission to establish a laundry on property acquired by the Nelson company when the projection of the proposed Village Mall plan made it apparent that present quarters of the laundry on Elm street would be inade- quate to permit efficient conduct of the business, there was considerable objec- tion from. owners of nearby property. The principal objection was expressed as a firm conviction that the present zoning ordinance should remain un- changed. The Nelson company, it was inti- mated at the hearing, is planning an at- tractive building for the proposed site that will be preferable to the present frame structure on Elm street just east of Chestnut. On the matter of change in designation of a portion of Center street, there was also considerable dis- cussion, resulting in no action by the Board of Appeals. The petition in this instance requested a rezoning for com- mercial or industrial uses of the prop- erty north of the north line of the pres- ent industrial area as far north as Chat- field road. The petition, it was ex- plained, represented 780 feet of frontage of the property affected on Center street out of a total of 1744 feet. It was thought advisable to effect a rezoning here in order to provide space for certain industrial concerns now lo- cated in residential areas, it was ex- plained. Clean Off Sidewalks Now, Hint from Village Hall Thawing days and slushy sidewalks, although frequent companions, are not necessarily inseparable, local officials in- timated this week in issuing a general request that householders clean off the sidewalks surrounding their properties. Some of the Winnetka school children who live in the 800 block on Elm street formed a brigade this week under the direction of one of the Burton H. At- wood boys, and cleaned up the sidewalks in one entire block. This, village officials point out, is a lofty example of civic pride which shames some of the most up and up patriots of the community. When Old Sol is doing his share to make the task easy, the householders zone should get after the slush. Just a timely and friendly hint from the powers that be. TENNEY TELLS ABOUT 'TRACKS Council Member Explains Present Status of Grade Separation Plans FACE SWITCH PUZZLE Committee Named to Help Work Out Plans By HENRY F. TENNY Public Utilities Village Council.) Negotiations with a view to the de- pression of railroad tracks, which the Village council has been carrying on with the North Western and North Shore Electric railroads during the past year have resulted in some very definite progress. As the matter now stands, the rail- roads have submitted a track depression plan which is in substantial agreement with the plan prepared by the village en- gineers. This plan calls for a subway at Winnetka avenue, Hawthorn lane and Sunset road. At Willow street, the railroad scheme provides for a foot pas- sageway, while the village plan contem- plated a full width subway. Both plans abandon Ash street as a crossing, but provide for overhead bridges at all streets north. It is the railroad's plan to carry the depression as far as the north limits of Glencoe. Switch Facilities Problem The two remaining matters to be set: tled before further progress can be made and contract ordinances entered into are: (1) whether Willow street should be abandoned as a full width subway, and (2) whether switching facilities should be provided in the village limits. The second question is somewhat more complicated and requires a detailed study of numerous matters before it can be intelligently solved. A good deal of public discussion has been had on this subject during the past month, and the council is now engaged in making a sys- tematic and careful analysis of the en- tire situation. For the purpose of assist- ing in this study, President Miller has appointed a committee of five citizens, as follows: William D. McKenzie, chairman; Robert H. Wallace, Kent Chandler, A. E. Bryson and Earl L. Weinstock. This committee will work with the council in collecting and analyz- ing the necessary data and it is hoped that as a result of the combined efforts of the committee and the council, a solu- tion of the many difficult questions will be arrived at. It is a question which must be looked at from the point of view of the entire village, and special inter- ests must give way to the common good. Biggest Village Problem The separation of the railroad grades through Winnetka is the most vital and necessary improvement which is now be- fore the village authorities and it is the belief of the council that if the support of the entire body of citizens of the community is given, that it will be able to secure for Winnetka permanent sep- aration of the grades by way of track depression. (Chairman Committee, 0, YOU LOVELY SAXOPHONE BLUES! Don't pine and moan, And lose your sleep; Here's a saxophone That's mighty cheap! FOR SALE--CONN saxophone, case C-MELODY satin silver finish; and reed-case with extra reeds; like new, used very lit- tle. Cost $160. Sacrifice for $90. Phone Wilmette 776-M. MAKE LIFE HAPPY by reading THE WANT ADS PLAN ENLARGEMENT OF PLAYFIELD FACILITIES More land for Skokie Playfield is the subject of discussion these days in the conference of the Winnetka Park board. Plans are considered, a represent- ative of WINNETKA TALK was informed this week, for a material extension of the area of the great municipal recreation center in the Skokie. These contemplated extension and attendant improvements would com- prise a considerable enlargement of the golf course area to better facil- itate the public play on the links, providing additional space for the municipal skating rink which at pres- ent is crowded into a small area at the extreme south end of the park board properties, and securing space for a more adequate baseball field, and rcom for tennis courts and other "2 mes. The extreme vopularity of the 'kokie playfield Las indicated to the Park board that plans must be for- mulated without undue delay for a program providing for a considerable enlargement of the properties coming under the board's jurisdiction. Purchase of several acres of land immediately adjacent to the Playfield is expected in the early future, ac- cording to the TALK's informant.. RELIEF BOARD SEEKING FUNDS Winnetka Relief and Aid in Annual Appeal The Relief and Aid Society of Win- netka will send out next week, its an- nual appeal to a list of about 1,500 peo- ple. The society is about 8 years old and has during those years become very thoroughly incorporated with the life of the village. It is the United Charities of Winnetka, and in that capacity has befriended families and individuals in many kinds of needs, and helped to solve many kinds of problems. There are few really poor in Win- netka, but there are many situations which need immediate help in times of illness or accident or unemployment. Rents have been paid over temporary periods of disaster; operations have been arranged; hospital bills met; further education or the holding of families to- gether has been made possible by the growing sense of responsibility on the part of the citizens of Winnetka to help finance this work. Regular subscriptions to this fund of sums from $1 to $10 have become a matter of course to an increasing num- ber of people. The Board of the Re- lief and Aid believes that more general support of this work is only a matter of its becomming known to the many newer residents of Winnetka. Subscriptions may be sent to the treas- urer, Mrs. Henry A. Gardener, 844 Bryant place. "Jerry" Had a Bad Fall and Is in the Hospital Jerry Cross, colored, a resident of Winnetka for the past 35 years and one of the best known "boys" around the Elm street business section is seriously ill at the Wesley hospital, Chicago, as a result of painful injury suffered sev- eral weeks ago when he fell while shop- ping at Peters market, striking his chest against a heavy butcher's scale. Investigation determined that Jerry had broken a bone in his chest and, be- cause of a weakened physical condition, suffered an almost complete collapse. Jerry has been in the employ of the E. C. Weissenberg Coal company for the past 10 years. Film of Julius Ceasar's Life Seen at Country Day Friday afternoon at the North Shore Country Day school gymnasium a moving picture of the life of Julius Caesar was shown, and greatly en- joyed by the pupils and their friends. The picture was taken in Rome and vicinity and furnishes authentic mate- rial in every way. All the Latin, English and History groups at North Shore Country Day school were back of the production, which was managed by two Eleventh grade boys, Crilly Butler and El- hridge Anderson. ON LAUNCHES MEMBERSHIP DRIVE CANVASS EVERY HOME SUNDAY Plan to Secure Information Concerning Every Ex- Service Man in Village LETTER SHOWS PLAN Issue Call for 100 Per Cent Membership in Post On Sunday, March 2, Winnetka Post, No. 10 of the American Legion will conduct a house-to- house canvass of all Winnetka in an endeavor to enroll in its mem- bership every ex-service man in the village, sailor, soldier or marine. 'The special membership committee, made up of twelve prominent members of the Post with Gilbert Scribner as chair- man, aims to secure a 100 per cent membership in Winnetka. The Post hopes that every ex- service man will cooperate with it in this canvass and that any veteran, who by some mischance is overlooked, will leave his name and address at Commander Lynch's office, Winnetka 1294, Community Asset Winnetka Post of the Ameri- can Legion, citizens quite gen- erally recognize, has become one of the potent forces for good in the village. Adhering religious- ly to the Legion policy of strict non-partisanship, the local post, in addition to providing interest- ing programs and recreational facilities for its members, and giving very material aid to disabled ex-serv- ice men in this vicinity and in other localities through cooperation with state and national headquarters, has also taken a keen interest in affairs that touch community life. The post has been responsible for bringing prominent speakers to Winnetka, has provided excellent social programs for the residents, and has been found ready to cooperate in every betterment enterprise. The accompanying letter addressed to the residents of the village affords an insight into the purposes of the nrojected membership campaign. "To Ex-Sailors, Soldiers and Marines: "The Winnetka Fost No. 10, of the American Legion is a live, active organization, and wants to list as members every ex-service man in the village. Campaign Letter "When you think of the Legion's stand on the red menace, of its action in helping tens of tHousands of dis- abled service men, of its aid in get- ting jobs for unemployed service men, of its stand on the matter of patrio- tism and public spirit in the public schools, we know that you will en- dorse it, and the best way to show that is by joining the Post in your own home town. Mainstay of Law "The Legion has always been the main-stay of law and order in the community, and has stood for Ameri- canism and respect of the flag. Your own local Post has always taken an interest in all of these things, and periodically makes visits to the Veterans Hospital in ord~r to cheer the boys who are still fighting the war, "We should have enrolled with us every one of you, and we ask that you get in touch with us now, or be at your home, so that we can get in touch with you, on Sunday, March 2nd, when we will endeavor to see 'every ex-service man in the village. "If by any chance we should miss you, leave your name and address at Commander Lynch's office, telephone Winnetka 1294, and you will get prompt service from us."