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Winnetka Weekly Talk, 27 Sep 1924, p. 24

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For miles and miles the country stretches round in mag-: nificent panorama. The lake, Chicago's skyscrapers, and Evanston's sea of trees. It is a view never to be forgotten my 2 Ji py re LL THE MEN'S SANCTUM SANCTORUM-- The Clubroom and its veranda is a safe retreat for pursued bachelors and henpecked husbands. Here you can tell about the fish you caught or the hole you made in one, or enjoy a pinochle table with real fellows. Left--Who said the modern apartment hotel was no place for children? Do these children look unhappy? THE NORTH ROOF GARDEN --A vast open air play- ground, almost ten thousand square feet in area, for the "kiddies" and guests of The Orrington. Pergola shelters with seats, a year round heated bungalow playhouse, and Grecian theatre effect make this section of the roof garden delightful beyond description ER-------------------- THE BALLROOM -- as seen from the north section of the Roof Garden. French doors open onto a broad veranda, where one may enjoy the sunshine, dance or dine al fresco. The tower, illuminated at night, is a landmark in Evanston BETTY AND HER DOLLS --and mother with her book enjoying the afternoon on the roof roe en THE SOUTH ROOF GARDEN--Swings and sheltered tables enhance this additional expanse of roof garden. One can do a constitutional here -or-enjoy a nap while breathing invigorating-leks breezes. A bock, a pipe or a bit of sewing is doubly pleasant in this environment The Orrington in the glow of Xmas lights. The building is as beautiful at night as by day and the warm cheery glow of lighted windows tells the story 'of the comfort and happiness within. Below--the roof garden ballroom, a delightful place for dancing, 'banquets, meetings, etc. Here you see the ballroom arranged for a Sunday evening concert

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