Looking Back, June 2
90 years ago
On Tuesday, June 2, 1925, The Daily Register's front page featured news about local schools. Exactly 100 students, 57 girls and 43 boys, graduated from the high school that year, with Dr. George M. Potter of Shurtleff College giving the commencement address. He spoke of "the tests of an education," such as being able to use the English language "accurately and fluently," without slang, and the "power to reflect and enjoy" on things learned. The June 2 edition of the Register also featured a story about two outstanding classes who graduated every single one of their students, 214 pupils total, from the eighth grade to the high school. The achievement was one which, "it is confidently believed has never been equaled in any Illinois school," the paper wrote.
75 years ago
On Saturday, June 1, 1940, The Daily Register's front page was full of information on the ongoing war in Europe. Appropriately, local news reflected the international news of war. The city of Carrier Mills surpassed its Red Cross war relief fund quota by 20 percent, according to one article. In just two days, the funds needed had been raised. After a few more pledges were collected, the funds amounted to $125.
In other news, the Register reported that Harrisburg Mayor J. E. Rose proclaimed June 8 through the 14 flag week. The mayor's article proclaimed, "During this period the Flag of the United States be displayed on all municipal buildings. Furthermore, I do invite the people of Harrisburg to display the Stars and Stripes at their homes, places of business and other suitable locations, and to hold patriotic exercises, plan Flag parades and do other suitable thing as a public expression of our love of our Country, our allegiance to its Glorious Banner and our belief in the institutions of American Democracy."
50 years ago
On Wednesday, June 2, 1965, The Daily Register ran a story about a city council meeting in which new parking recommendations were approved and in which water supply to the humane shelter was discussed. After revisions to parking rules, visitors to the post office could enjoy 10 minutes of free parking, rather than having to pay a meter. Elm St. was made a one-way street to alleviate traffic problems. Making a limited amount of parking permits for the city was also approved. In other items, Mrs. Tim Turner appeared before the council to inform them that the water main to the humane shelter was not working due to a water main break. She insisted the line be repaired immediately.