The story of StreatorBeing an account of the growth of its institutions civic, social and industrial, with special reference to its manufacturing and business interests; together with an outline of its early history and life sketches of some of its leading citizens . cvdti\ate the graces offri(Mid>liip and the softer amenities of lodge room is a retreat from the stress ofbusiness, an oasis where joy and kindness mayflourish amid the burning heat of competitivestrife. billiard room, cafe—all the adjuncts of a first-class club room. It is 120x50 feet in size andwhen conipletetl wil
The story of StreatorBeing an account of the growth of its institutions civic, social and industrial, with special reference to its manufacturing and business interests; together with an outline of its early history and life sketches of some of its leading citizens . cvdti\ate the graces offri(Mid>liip and the softer amenities of lodge room is a retreat from the stress ofbusiness, an oasis where joy and kindness mayflourish amid the burning heat of competitivestrife. billiard room, cafe—all the adjuncts of a first-class club room. It is 120x50 feet in size andwhen conipletetl will have cost not far from$50,000. While not permitted to divulge any of theirgood deeds, it is an oi)en secret that the charityof the Klks is deep, wide and the dew, it falls gently, and not even itsbeneliciaries know whence it comes. Their ownpulilic beneficence is their annual Thanksgiv-ing dinner to poor children. Last year 400 ciiil-. .WA l:iiis Liub That is why they want their Elks rooms in-viting and attractive, and .so they have justerected the beautiful edifice Avhich is to be tlieirfuture home, one of the handsomest structuresin Streator. It is situated on a prominent cor-ner facing the city park, near the heart of thecity, and is equipped with gymnasium, bowlingalleys, shower baths, ball room, ladies parlors, dren i)artook of their hospitality. Tlie officers for the i)resent year are: M. , Exalted Ruler; Arthur H. Shay, Es-teemed Loyal Knight; A. M. McCoy, EsteemedLecturtng Knight; Harry R. Smith, secretary;C. A. Raymond, treasurer; Max Murdock, Dele-gate to Grand Lodge. The trustees are R. , W. H. Jennings and J. W. Fornof. r^ ^1 STREATOR HEAT ANDLIGHT COMPANY — - Qperates= ^THE SCHOTT SYSTEMS ^ Of - Central Station Heating Some Advantages: Central Station heat is the ideal service requires no attention or worryNo Fire in building reduces fire risksAbsence of boilers elim
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