Summary
The March 1961 Beaver Beacon announced the seventh annual Chicago St. Patrick’s Day party benefiting Holy Cross Church in St. James. The party was planned for Eagles Hall under Bernard O’Donnell’s chairmanship.
Evidence and limits
This is an event announcement. The issue does not report attendance, proceeds, or completion beyond the published plan.
Sources
- Beaver Beacon, March 1961, “Lonesome for Beaver Island?”Announces a seventh annual Chicago St. Patrick’s Day party at Eagles Hall, 9231–33 Cottage Grove Avenue, with buffet food, dancing, and entertainment; says the benefit was for Holy Cross Church and that Bernard O’Donnell was chairman. The source gives no attendance, receipts, or independent event record.