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WINNETKA WEEKLY TA N A Nearly Everybody In Winnetka Reads The Talk VOL. VIII, NO. 20. WINNETKA, ILLINOIS, FRIDAY,-AUGUST 1, 1919 EIGHT PAGES PRICE FIVE CENTS NEW TRIER DAY PLANS NEARING COMPLETION Members of New Trier Commercial Association Plan Biggest Outing in History for August 14 INVITE ALL NORTH SHORE 'Residents of All Villages in Town- ship Will Gather for Big Event Thursday, August 14, is the day de- finitely set by the New Trier Com- mercial association for the annual New Trier Day outing to be held at Skokie Park at the west end of Elm street, Winnetka. Henry B. Gates, newly elected president of the Commercial asso- ciation, assisted by a large commit- tee of north shore business men, is making elaborate plans for the oc- casion which bids well to be the biggest event in the history of the township. It will be the first outing for the entire township since some- time before the United States wen- tered the World war. New Trier Day, according to the lans of the commercial men, is to e one grand holiday for all north shore residents. It is proposed to close all places of business, give all employes an all-day vacation and in- vite every resident of the north shore to the Skokie Park for the big pic- nic. The committee in charge, having as yet not completed all arrange- ments, promises an interesting time for every member of the family. Tt is expected there will be field events for both sexes and all ages. Probably also a ball game or two, band con- certs, sports of all kinds and some good speaking will be on the pro- gram. At any rate the merchants are planning for a great day ef act- ivity--a day never to be forgotten in the annals of the township and the association, More detailed informa- tion concerning the affair will be ublished in next week's issue of the ake Shore News. New President Imstills "Pep" The Commercial association has apparently taken a new lease on-life with the inauguration of president Gates. At a meeting of the associa- tion. last week, after officials of the organization had practically decided to resign because of alleged indif- ference on the part of members, thirty members appeared and de- manded the continuation of the or- ganization and the broadening of its scope of activity. That is, the busi- ness men of the township not only would maintain a mutual interest in business affairs in general and "bad account" collections in particular, but intend to assume an active interest in township affairs in general, rep- resenting themselves as a booster club for all movements having the purpose of bettering conditions in the township. It was planned to hold regular open meetings to dis- cuss township matters of importance. WINNETKA MAN IS VICTIM OF POISON Harry Williams, Chicago real es- tate operator and resident of Win- netka, died Monday evening in the rooms of the Chicago Athletic club from the effects of poisoning. He was rushed to St. Luke's hospital and died in the ambulance on the way. Mr. Williams had been suffering for several years from heart disease and other complications. He had been spending his winters in Cali- fornia and summers in Chicago. He was 58 years old and had been prom- inently identified in Chicago real estate interests. He was considered an expert in valuations. He was a resident of Chicago and the north shore practically all his life, Chicago being his birthplace. He is survived by the widow. Funeral was private. Enjoys Vacation with Brother Martin Thorsen ,an employe at the Winnetka post office, returned yesterday from New Lisbon, Wiscon- sin, where he spent his vacation on his brother's farm. Return to Ohio Dr. and Mrs. E. N. Poole, of Cin- cinnati, returned home this week af- ter spending 10 days with L. A. West, 860 Pine street. Horticultural Show Held The Annual New Trier Horticul- tural show was held Thursday at the Community house. i 0 AI W ar Memorial School for Winnetka Planned: All Winnetkans to Contribute to Project The Liberty Memorial committee at a meeting held Thursday after- noon launched a campaign for rais- ing, by popular subscription, a fund for the building of a spacious public school, largely for upper grades, as a fitting memorial to those Winnet- kans who offered their lives for the country during the war. This com- mittee was appointed by the Com- munity Council, and consists of the following: Laird Bell, chairman; William D. McKenzie, Raymond E. Durham, Mrs. Ira Couch Wood and Mrs. M. H. Lieber. Others are to be added. This committee was instructed by the Community Council to proceed with the organization of a campaign for the building of a Winnetka Mem- orial school in the following resolu- tion: "Resolved that the Community Council endorse the plan of con- structing a school building and play field, principally for upper grades, as an appropriate memorial to the young men of Winnetka who have given or offered their lives in the great war, to preserve their memory and example for our own and our neighbors' children and those who shall follow them, and that the Coun- cil render all assistance necessary to secure wide and generous popular subscription to such a memorial by all the citizens of Winnetka." The committee has also received from the Parent-Teacher association the following resolution: "Resolved that the Winnetka Parent-Teacher association go on record as wishing that the'new school building take the form of a war memorial." The above bodies and the Liberty Memorial committee after careful consideration concluded that no more fitting tribute could be given to the Winnetka boys who lost their lives in the war, than a living memorial in the form of a school which should do its part in contributing more citizens of the best type to this community. The school is to be located on the 12-acre site, bought by the Board of Education after a referendum vote a year ago, on West Elm street fac- ing the Skokie. This site was chosen after careful and expert examination of all available places within the Vil- lage. Among others who passed their expert opinion on the desirability of this site was Mr. Ittner of St. Louis, one of the best known school archi- tects of the United States. For an upper grade school, it was decided that the distance were not too great, practically no children will have more than a mile and a half to go. And for such a school a large playfield is essential. Reasons for the choice of this site are set forth as follows. It has been one of the goals of the Winnetka schools to educate its children physically as well as mentally. To do this as it should be done plenty of, outdoor space is needed. The West Elm street site is the one place where this space can be provided. The need of a new school in Win- netka is pressing. Children are crowded into every available corner of the present buildings. The as- sembly halls have been changed into class rooms; one kindergarten -has been put into the Parish house; and the congestion everywhere is severe. With the rapid growth of Winnetka's school population--it was 2 per cent in this year alone-- the need for a new building in addition to those now in use has become an actual necessity. The Board of Education has neither taxing nor bonding power sufficient to erect a suitable building. The people of Winnetka have uni- versally expressed the desire to mem- orialize the boys who were lost in the war. The need of the schools and the wish of the people are fulfilled in the deciston to raise funds for a Winnetka Memorial school by popu- lar subscription. It is the expectation of the commit- tee that every man, woman and child in Winnetka will contribute some- thing, however little, to the construc- tion of this Winnetka Memorial school. Those who can contribute large amounts will, of course, want to do everything in their power to make the school a memorial of which every citizen in Winnetka will be proud. But the subscription of the people of small means will be just as welcome and even more expressive of the desire of Winnetka to erect an appropriate memorial to its rep- resentatives in the great war. Dr. Alice Barlow-Brown Is Accorded High Honors at Chavaniac on Fete of St. Alice The following letter recently re- ceived in Winnetka from Dr. Alice Barlow-Brown, north shore woman, who has spent the past two years in the heart of the battle-torn districts of France engaged in relief work among refugees, will be of interest to every reader on the north shore. Dr. Brown has accomplished won- ders in her work among the refugees of France, assisted by the contribu- tions from north shore residents) Letters telling of her work have been published from time to time in this paper. The doctor is soon to return to this country and to her customary pursuits on the north shore. Pre- parations are underway, it is said, to accord her special honors upon her return home. The fetter relates the incident of a "surprise party" given the doctor on the anniversary of the death of St. Alice. It is further evidenced of the extreme loyalty to and faith in Am- erica and her gallant relief work- ers, repeatedly expressed by the quaint and simple French peasantry. Chavaniac, Haute Loire, France, July 1, 1919. My dear Mr. Goodchild :-- Your letter written May 30, has just reached me. It had fallen into the Controller's hands and was delayed thereby. No, I have not changed my mind about coming home, at least the French government has not. Physicians from foreign countries are not allowed to practice in France now that the war is over and peace is signed. We are all supposed to return to our homes as soon as pos- sible. Every one here feels as I do, that our work in France is accomp- lished, and the French people are quite able to care for themselves. I am sorry to leave this country for many reasons, for, in spite of the hard work and many inconveniences, my two years have been very happy ones. I had a very touching experience ten days ago. The twenty-third of June is the day that St. Alice died. It is the custom of the French to celebrate the day of the saint's death for whom they are mamed. I never knew there was a St. Alice, and was not prepared for a celebration, which should have taken place the evening before the twenty-third. I was to be in La Pucy as the guest of the mayor who was entertaining the American commission on that day, and the children here heard this and chang- ed their plans. Saturday, after luncheon, I went to my room for my raincoat, and as I came out I met the carpenter who presented me with a huge bouquet of roses, the choicest of the Chateau; then the workmen tendered their congratula- tions to the Doctor on the fete of St. Alice. Well, I was greatly sur- prised, and then I began to realize what the significant looks and whis- perings that I had noticed meant. I hastened to order a cake made for all, and a chocolate cream--not iced-- so that the fete might be complete. At half past four I was summoned to the Preventorium, in. front of which were assembled the boys of the Lafayette school and my boys of the Preventorium, four smaller ones in front carrying bouquets which they presented me, with tender messages. One of them gave me a box which contained a full luncheon set made of the lace of the country. Their words were so touching that I had to cry a little. The tables in the refectory were beautifully decorated with flowers, and here came every one from Chateau and farm to show their appreciation. We had a wonderful celebration, of which I hope to tell you more some day, soon. T don't believe that ever in my life T have experienced so gen- uine and touching a tribute as they gave me. The next day I went to Le Pucy and returned to Chavaniac on Monday with the American com- mission. Sunday afternoon they had visited our little boys at the Chateau Chadrac where the little fellows play the orchestra. They were greatly pleased with their trip there. Today I had a letter from Char- lotte McCarthy in which she writes me that her work at one place is (Continued on Page Eight) ASK SERVICE MEN JOIN AMERICAN LEGION NOW All of Winnetka's service men have not identified themselves with the World War veterans organization here, the Winnetka Post of the Am- erican Legion. It is requested that these men line up with the organiz- ation without delay so that they may be numbered among the charter members. The American Legion is a national body composed exclusively of men who have served the United States in the recent war in a military capac- ity or, in other words, those men of the Village who have served in the army, navy or marine corps. The American Legion is to be of benefit to every man who has served in the World War. No man can af- ford to remain on the outside when so much in the way of personal assistance and social intercourse is offered. Applications for membership in the Winnetka Post may be made with temporary secretary, Frederick O. Mason, 789 Sheridan road, telephone Winnetka 480, Noble Hale, Winnetka State Bank, or Lee Adams, at Adams Pharmacy. NOTED ARTISTS TO APPEAR HERE THIS FALL AND WINTER North shore music lovers are to be given the opportunity to hear four of the greatest musicians of our time in a series of engagements to be held at the Woman's club audi- torium, Evanston, this fall." Mabel Garrison, the young American colera- tura soprano, who won the hearts of north shore music lovers at the sea- son's festival, at Evanston, last spring, will give a recital October 17. She will be followed on November 7 by Jascha Heifetz, the phenomenal young Russian violinist, who has re- cently made his bow to American audienceg, On December 11 Joseph Lhevinne, the Russian pianist, released from Berlin by the signing of the armis- tice, will give a piano recital. On January 8 Ethel Leginski, "the Paderewski of women pianists," and Max Rosen, the New York violinist, will give a joint program. CAPTURED BURGLAR IS NOW LODGED IN COUNTY JAIL George Micke, alleged burglar, who was captured Monday night, July 21, by Patrolman Henry Brautigam, while attempting to enter the home of Frank J. Baker, 507 Lake avenue, in company with other bandits, was confined in the County jail early this week, following a hearing be- fore Police magistrate Mickey. Micke, according to the police, pos- sesses a criminal record and is thought to have engaged in many burglaries in Chicago, Evanston and the north shore. Micke was taken into custody by Brautigam after a thrilling gun duel in front of the Baker residence. His companions made their escape after firing several shots at the policeman. Loot taken from the home of Har- lan D. Bixley, 601 Elmwood avenue, was found by the police in a valise left on the Baker home veranda by the fleeing burglars. POLICEMAN AND TRUCK DRIVER STAGE ROW Motorcycle policeman Flaherty of Winnetka, formerly of Gross Point, was to be a defendant in a suit in Winnetka today. He was charged by Antonio Montenaro with assault and battery. Montenaro, a resident of Kenil- worth, is to be arraigned in the Win- netka police court, Monday, on the charge of resisting arrest. Last Sunday, it is reported Mon- tenaro resisted arrest when stopped by Flaherty in Winnetka for driving a truck without a license. An alter- cation ensued in which Flaherty struck Montenaro over the head with the butt of his revolver. Montenaro retaliated, it is declared, by pommel- ing Flaherty. Returns from Overseas Hugh Krebs, brother of E. A. Krebs, of the Winnetka Pharmacy, returned to Winnetka Sunday after serving overseas with Uncle Sam for more than a year. He will live with his brother at 572 Provident avenue and is employed at his pharmacy. New Record For Skokie Phil Gaudin, Skokie profesional, set a new record for the course this week, making it in 67. The old rec- ord stood at 70. Mr. Gaudin is the professional in charge of the Skokie club. : PARK BOARD OFFERS PLAYFIELD GOLF CUP Handsome Cup Now on Display at Winnetka Trust and Savings Bank; Many Will Compete MATCH STARTS AUGUST 3 LK | All Residents of Winnetka Who Have Paid Municipal Golf Dues Elig- ible To Play The various activities on the Win- netka Golf course have proven so successful that the Winnetka Park Board have donated a very handsome cup to be competed for by Winnetka golfers. This cup is now on exhibi- tion in the window of the Winnetka Trust and Savings bank. A match play tournament for this cup will be conducted under the direction of the Winnetka Playfield association and C. J. Eastman, chairman of Sports and Pastimes announces that the qualifying round for the cup will be played on the morning of August 3, at 9 A. M. All Residents May Compete _ Competition js open to any res- ident of Winnetka who has paid his fee of seventy-five cents for the year's privilege of playing on the course, and he need not necessarily be a member of the Playfield asso- ciation. It is hoped that this compe- tition will bring out the largest num- ber of contestants this year. Those who do not qualify for the cup will be eligible for a consolation flight, the winner of which will receive a special prize put up by the Playfield association. 3 OF PROMINENT CHURCHMAN, WAR WORKER, TO PREACH The preacher at the morning serv- ice at Christ Episcopal church, Sun- day, August 3, will be the Reverend Dr. Samuel N. Watson. Dr. Watson conducted the services and preached an one previous Sunday this summer. He was throughout the war R®ctor of the American church in Paris, and with his wife rendered exceptionally valuable service at that time to the French people. This service was later rewarded by the 'French gov- ernment when it made him a Che- valier of the Legion of Honor. The fact that Dr. Watson is spending the summer in Glencoe makes possible this repetition of his visit to the parish. BAPTISTS IN CHARGE OF OPEN AIR SERVICE The Wilmette Sunday Evening Service this week is in the hands of the Baptists, who have secured as their speaker, the Reverend J. H. Rowlands of Oak Park, Illinois. Spe- cial music also is being provided for. This is the first of the August meetings which are to be conducted by the laymen of the various church- es during the absence of their pas- tors. It is hoped that they are as well attended as the July meetings. Services are held from 7 until 8 o'clock, on the lawn back of the Methodist Episcopal church, corner of Lake and Wilmette avenues. FAMILY ON CAMPING TRIP IN GLACIER PARK ROCKIES Mr. and Mrs. John R. Montgomery of Hubbard Woods leave this week for Glacier Park, for their annual camping trip with their children. They are accompanied by Mr. L. E. Hart, Jr., of Commonwealth avenue, Chicago, and will be in the Rockies five weeks. Entertains Relatives Mrs. C. J. Eastman, 978 Cherry street, has as her guests her aunt, Mrs. David M. Smith of Nashville, Tenn., and her cousin, Mrs. Lewis Mullens of the same city. Camp Fire Girls Come Back The Camp Fire Girls will arrive in Winnetka Saturday after spending two weeks in a camp in Ludington, Michigan. They were accompanied by Mrs. E. W. Wortley. Marine Returns Byron Snow, who served more than two years with the 2nd company of the Marines at San Pedro, Domini- can Republic, returned Thursday. No Movies in August Motion pictures.at the Community House have been suspended during the month of August owing to the warm weather. . -- Ts SET BT