Forgotten Chicago Forum - Questions and Answers (Q&A) Have a question about a specific element in Chicagos history? Ask Away! http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/list/5 Wed, 23 May 2012 11:35:55 -0700 Phorum 5.2.10 http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/8161/8161/_subject_#msg-8161 Music Werks (1 reply) http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/8161/8161/_subject_#msg-8161 kramden26 Questions and Answers (Q&A) Wed, 23 May 2012 03:06:40 -0700 http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/8127/8127/_subject_#msg-8127 Franklin Park Burger King Sign (4 replies) http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/8127/8127/_subject_#msg-8127
In Franklin Park, visible from 294 around Franklin Ave, behind two white water tanks, an old Burger King sign stands. The '70s-era logo has faded to the point of being barely visible but you can still make out the word 'King' and the lower bun half. It's not an advertising billboard - it's only big enough to hold the logo.

Was there a Burger King warehouse or some such facility near there?]]> WayOutWardell Questions and Answers (Q&A) Thu, 17 May 2012 21:44:32 -0700 http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/8102/8102/_subject_#msg-8102 104th and Harvard (4 replies) http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/8102/8102/_subject_#msg-8102
[maps.google.com]]]> trafficway Questions and Answers (Q&A) Fri, 11 May 2012 19:44:23 -0700 http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/8009/8009/_subject_#msg-8009 Jazz Age Chicago (4 replies) http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/8009/8009/_subject_#msg-8009 Jazz Age Chicago? It seems to be down. Wonder if it's temporary or if anyone knows anything about its demise? Thanks.]]> nick_archer Questions and Answers (Q&A) Sat, 05 May 2012 09:43:20 -0700 http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7997/7997/_subject_#msg-7997 ? on Doctors' conventions in Chicago (1 reply) http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7997/7997/_subject_#msg-7997
Den]]> denwoz Questions and Answers (Q&A) Tue, 17 Apr 2012 10:49:35 -0700 http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7995/7995/_subject_#msg-7995 B & O RR trackage in Auburn Gresham ?? (8 replies) http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7995/7995/_subject_#msg-7995
Where it went east and west of there I don't know. What I do remember is how much I used to love watching those beautiful blue and gray streamliners.

Can anyone point me to a map or some photos of this abandoned line? It does not appear to be the route described by Jacob Kaplan in his article on the Forgotten Chicago main page.]]> Doghouse Riley Questions and Answers (Q&A) Fri, 11 May 2012 06:21:19 -0700 http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7987/7987/_subject_#msg-7987 mid-block, side-street businesses (9 replies) http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7987/7987/_subject_#msg-7987
Does anyone else know of other mid-block, side-street businesses that are still in operation?]]> Deejo Questions and Answers (Q&A) Tue, 22 May 2012 23:29:41 -0700 http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7979/7979/_subject_#msg-7979 Old Rare Chicago Restaurants (8 replies) http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7979/7979/_subject_#msg-7979
There were restaurants tucked away at 859 N.Lincoln (Wolcott), 756 N.Noble & 1249 W.Chase.

If anybody knows or could find out; What were the names of those places?.]]> Chipast Questions and Answers (Q&A) Mon, 16 Apr 2012 12:18:55 -0700 http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7964/7964/_subject_#msg-7964 The Florist At 2529 N. Lotus (2 replies) http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7964/7964/_subject_#msg-7964 Chipast Questions and Answers (Q&A) Fri, 13 Apr 2012 08:46:11 -0700 http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7949/7949/_subject_#msg-7949 Looking for Apt.Building on Winona around 1934 (5 replies) http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7949/7949/_subject_#msg-7949 My grandparents owned an apartment building on Winona duringthe 30's.
His name was Joseph Weisz married to Mary Weisz. I know they also lived on Carmen Avenue but think that building has been torn down.I'd love to find the Winona address as I'm coming to Chicago next month and it would be wonderful to see that building. My parents lived at 1230 Caarmen when I was born and then moved to 1258 Winona( Harry Weisz) but I don't think the grandparents lived in either of those buildings.
I would really appreciate any information!
Thanks,
Nancy]]> nancybc Questions and Answers (Q&A) Tue, 10 Apr 2012 18:57:18 -0700 http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7932/7932/_subject_#msg-7932 Rex TV Service (4 replies) http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7932/7932/_subject_#msg-7932 Anybody use or know Rex TV Service on 60th & South Pulaski? I worked there and ran service calls fron there from 1965 to 1987 mostley on the north side and suburbs..]]> Richard Stachowski Questions and Answers (Q&A) Mon, 09 Apr 2012 14:07:24 -0700 http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7892/7892/_subject_#msg-7892 soccer/baseball field behind Western Pumping Station (7 replies) http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7892/7892/_subject_#msg-7892
Recently on Google Maps and streetview I noticed a large soccer field located behind the Western Avenue Pumping Station at 4933 S. Western. If you look on streetview you can see that the field is elevated, as if it is set up above the water pipes/tanks connected to the station.

Does anyone know about the history of this field and or its current use? Has anyone ever used it?

I looked on historic aerials and it used to have two baseball diamonds. At some point in the 80's the baseball footprint starts to fade and the soccer field emerges - that is actually kind of fascinating to track by looking at the different aerials - probably due to demographic changes in the neighborhood.

I haven't been able to find anything about this field on the internet. It does not appear to be a park district park. It may have a lock on the gate.

I'd be interested in any information anyone could offer.]]> Deejo Questions and Answers (Q&A) Mon, 02 Apr 2012 18:42:28 -0700 http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7886/7886/_subject_#msg-7886 Czechs in Chicago and A Century of Progress (3 replies) http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7886/7886/_subject_#msg-7886
My first chapter discusses the establishment of the Czech community in Chicago, from its roots in Praha/Pilsen and later move to Berwyn and Lawndale, concluding with the election of Mayor Cermak and his critical role in securing Czech participation. The second chapter focuses on the fair organizer's preference for an "Old Europe" model of foreign participation, and their efforts in promoting a scheme that was largely rejected by countries that wished to promote their own advancements in science and technology. My final chapter situates the Czech pavilion within Roskot's career and broader architectural trends and analyzes its function as the official representation of the newly established government.

I have followed the forum for a while now and I hoping that the collective knowledge here may be able to help me fill in some remaining gaps. I am particularly interested in these two areas:

1) What was the reception of the Czech Pavilion in the community- what did members of the Czech community think about its design?

2) Western Electric was a central part of the Czech community-- not only did it symbolize modernity, it also enabled Czechs to establish themselves financially and purchase a single-family home. Who built it? What kind of work did they do? Were Czechs active in labor unions? Was there a sense of community within Western Electric? BerwynFrank, I saw that you have a book in the works on Western Electric, I would be grateful for any insight you might be able to provide about the buildings and work environment.

Paul Nemecek at the Genealogical Society has been immensely helpful in my research, as have the librarians at UIC, CPL and the Chicago History Museum. I do not believe I will be able to make a final research trip before my thesis is completed in May, so any input is really appreciated!

All Best,

Marcy Cameron

University of Virginia, Architectural History program]]> uva marcy Questions and Answers (Q&A) Sun, 29 Apr 2012 16:02:17 -0700 http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7876/7876/_subject_#msg-7876 Sparta Stadium (19 replies) http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7876/7876/_subject_#msg-7876
They played at Sparta Stadium which was located at 21st St. and Kostner Ave. The last mention of Sparta Stadium in the Chicago Tribune archives is from November 30, 1953. Sparta Stadium does not appear in Tribue articles after that date.

There is a vacant lot at 21st Street and Kostner Avenue on a Google Maps photo from 2009.

If anyone has any information regarding the demise of Sparta Stadium, I would be very interested in learning how it met its end.

Thanks in advance!]]> mcnessa Questions and Answers (Q&A) Fri, 13 Apr 2012 03:28:01 -0700 http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7864/7864/_subject_#msg-7864 ABC Drive In Theater (4 replies) http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7864/7864/_subject_#msg-7864 Anybody know about the ABC Drive in at 24th & Union? It was off Archer Avenue. I remembr going ther with my uncle way back in the 40's or 50's.]]> Richard Stachowski Questions and Answers (Q&A) Tue, 27 Mar 2012 15:47:24 -0700 http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7848/7848/_subject_#msg-7848 1950 Chgo phonebook (19 replies) http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7848/7848/_subject_#msg-7848 Bruce Kelleher Questions and Answers (Q&A) Thu, 26 Apr 2012 12:29:33 -0700 http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7845/7845/_subject_#msg-7845 Durkee Foods (4 replies) http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7845/7845/_subject_#msg-7845 Kchi Questions and Answers (Q&A) Fri, 13 Apr 2012 18:17:20 -0700 http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7830/7830/_subject_#msg-7830 Old buisnesses (3 replies) http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7830/7830/_subject_#msg-7830 Anybody familiar with Leo's Castle that was at 1724 w. 51st st back in the 60's or Rex TV Service at 60th & south Pulaski? Or have you ever used Rex TV.]]> Richard Stachowski Questions and Answers (Q&A) Tue, 03 Apr 2012 18:05:35 -0700 http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7817/7817/_subject_#msg-7817 McCormick Place Structure (1 reply) http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7817/7817/_subject_#msg-7817
It is all cement, older than McCormick Place for sure. It is 12-14 square feet. It has designs of corn on it. There use to be 2 on each side of Cermak...3 were removed when they took Cermak out in the 1980's.

If anyone knows anything about this structure, it would easy my curious mind!

Thanks!
Dean

I have a picture if you want me to email it to you, please send private message!]]> dean Questions and Answers (Q&A) Mon, 19 Mar 2012 16:08:46 -0700 http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7804/7804/_subject_#msg-7804 Looking for Eliot Ness and/or Untouchable Info (no replies) http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7804/7804/_subject_#msg-7804
It's a long-shot, I know. Especially if anybody is still this side of the grass who knew Ness or any of the Untouchables, but what the heck?

We have pretty much been to all the public sites (on the net) and other places, but will appreciate any tips.

This info is for a second book.

Thanks in advance.]]> ThenNowFuture Questions and Answers (Q&A) Fri, 16 Mar 2012 20:05:44 -0700 http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7801/7801/_subject_#msg-7801 Clybourn train station/neighborhood? (2 replies) http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7801/7801/_subject_#msg-7801
So after decades driving around the near northwest side, it struck me like a bolt of lightning while destination walking down Clybourn Avenue ... the Clybourn train station is not anywhere near Clybourn Avenue.

The Wikipedia entry for the train station states: "It is called Clybourn because nearby West Cortland Street was part of Clybourn before Clybourn was extended North." But it also says the station opened in 1923 (seems late), so even if Cortland had been part of Clybourn at one time, the northern extension would have been created by that time. So something seems amiss about the wikipedia.

Instead of being named after the street (like Western Avenue or Kedzie), I'm wondering if Clybourn has a similar root usage to Healy and Grayland on the Milwaukee Road North. And what would that history be? Simply railroad-invented names/communities? Actual villages/subdivisions/neighborhoods that long ago were overridden by other names (Wicker Park, Hemosa, Irving Park, etc.)?]]> Johnny Sauganash Questions and Answers (Q&A) Sun, 18 Mar 2012 10:06:05 -0700 http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7783/7783/_subject_#msg-7783 RESTAURANTS ON SOUTH 63RD STREET (5 replies) http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7783/7783/_subject_#msg-7783 lorianej Questions and Answers (Q&A) Tue, 03 Apr 2012 13:23:02 -0700 http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7744/7744/_subject_#msg-7744 Root Coffee House, 3260 W. Armitage (no replies) http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7744/7744/_subject_#msg-7744 BTW, the address is now, of course, condos.]]> BrianJ Questions and Answers (Q&A) Sat, 10 Mar 2012 20:00:54 -0800 http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7681/7681/_subject_#msg-7681 Standard Gas Station Promotion from the 70s (no replies) http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7681/7681/_subject_#msg-7681 Tdavis0000 Questions and Answers (Q&A) Tue, 06 Mar 2012 14:48:15 -0800 http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7665/7665/_subject_#msg-7665 Grand Avenue and Aberdeen Streets (2 replies) http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7665/7665/_subject_#msg-7665
Just posted this in the wrong place. I hope this will be a little clearer.]]> PHILC Questions and Answers (Q&A) Wed, 07 Mar 2012 07:10:15 -0800 http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7639/7639/_subject_#msg-7639 The Tall Building That Existed On The NW Corner Of Chicago Nr Noble (10 replies) http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7639/7639/_subject_#msg-7639 Chipast Questions and Answers (Q&A) Wed, 07 Mar 2012 06:59:13 -0800 http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7630/7630/_subject_#msg-7630 anyone recognize this man? (1 reply) http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7630/7630/_subject_#msg-7630


The date was Sept 21, 1964. I checked with the LBJ Library and learned that LBJ had a reception on that date in the White House for leaders of fraternal organizations. They sent me the list of the attendees which is rather lengthy. Many are from the Chicago area, for example the Polish National Alliance, the Catholic Order of Forresters, Italo American National Union, etc. I am just wondering if anyone might recognize the fellow that LBJ is shaking hands with. Thanks. Alan
]]> adgorn Questions and Answers (Q&A) Tue, 28 Feb 2012 12:12:08 -0800 http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7614/7614/_subject_#msg-7614 Santa Fe Building (10 replies) http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7614/7614/_subject_#msg-7614 Eddie G Hoffmann Questions and Answers (Q&A) Mon, 30 Apr 2012 14:13:09 -0700 http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7573/7573/_subject_#msg-7573 All Night Show On WGN-TV (3 replies) http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7573/7573/_subject_#msg-7573 Chipast Questions and Answers (Q&A) Thu, 08 Mar 2012 15:18:17 -0800 http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7517/7517/_subject_#msg-7517 Boston Baked Beaneries (1 reply) http://forgottenchicago.com/forum/5/7517/7517/_subject_#msg-7517 Anyone remember these places?]]> Cholly Questions and Answers (Q&A) Tue, 07 Feb 2012 13:21:51 -0800