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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1929
Page
2
The 138th Street church hosts German at 9:30 a m and English at 10:45 a m with Sunday school at 9:30. The gospel lesson covers the office of the keys. Voters meet April 8 at 7:45 p m. A primary grade entertainment is planned for April 12 at 7:45 p m.
Corner Sheridan and Grant Streets hosts church school at 9.45 a m and morning worship at 11 a m Epworth League at 6 45 p m and evening service at 7 30 p m The Ladies Aid holds an all day meeting Thursday April 11 with a pot luck dinner Rev Erwin Thompson Pastor.
Our Saviors Church of Riverdale United Lutheran in America at 188th and Wabash lists Sunday Bible school at 9 30 and morning worship at 10 30 with sermon Qualification for Service A sermonette for young people Luther League at 6 45 led by Miss Dorothy Reich. Monday council meeting Tuesday Sunday School Board at Miss Evelyn Palmer's home. Friday choir practice Mothers and Daughters plan banquet May 2. April reads Romans for On To Pentecost membership drive. Rev Edward A Voorhees pastor.
Howard M. Propper of Anaconda Mining Co in Chuquicamata Chile explains to The Pointer readers that local prices listed in Chilean pesos, not US dollars, require division by eight to approximate US values. He notes Chilean exchange about twelve cents per dollar, describes climate at ten thousand feet, and mentions regular Pointer delivery despite long journeys.
The tale centers on First Modeler in Clay Batades of Sicyon said to be the first Greek to model in clay. His daughter sketched the outline of her tower’s shadow on a wall, and he used it to model the face of a young man. He baked the model with clay tiles, a trade of his. This story dates to about 600 B.C.
Uncle Eben humorously cautions that over seriousness leads to loneliness, likening it to a man who turns away from a procession and marches off in the opposite direction. The Washington Star quotes the folksy remark as a folk saying.
Lincoln Avenue school hosts Circus Night on April 10 at 8 00 P M featuring Chicago street school and elementary grades. The program includes a fashion show with living models, aerial and ballet acts, a magician, animals, and music by bands and an orchestra. Candy and popcorn will be served. all are invited to enjoy the event.
Highlawn School will present its spring play in the school auditorium on Thursday evening April 11 at 8 o'clock. After the performance parents and friends are invited to stay for a social hour sponsored by the Parent Teachers Association.
Vivian Diekelman has stayed in bed for a week with inflammatory rheumatism but is improving and plans to return to school on Monday.
The Patrol boys led by captain Ben Panozzo help children cross safely. Several students recover from scarlet fever, new pupils join rooms two and seven, and Daisy Otis and Ruth Otis remain ill. April pennants, a postponed Phoenix game, and a new piano bought by the achievement committee are noted developments.
The Interhe international boxing body announced Spider Pladner as world flyweight champion after his victory over Frankie Genaro of New York. Pladner had previously knocked out Johnny Hill and outpointed Tory Schwartz, earning recognition as champion in New York state.
The Indianapolis News notes a curious phrase about opportunity and public interest in a loud caller trend. It reflects a local newspaper voice on community prompts and urban life.
A letter from C Sherwood Baker of Chicago praises Samuel Richter for aiding a fall victim in an office, carrying him and providing first aid until a doctor arrived. Baker requests recognition from Frederick Schmidt, Scout master, noting Richter’s readiness and capability.
Hi Ho the sage of Chinatown notes many wise words but says the habit of talking replaces doing. The Washington Star quotes his view on the community’s preference for speech over direct performance.
The Grand Bank is a submarine plateau in the North Atlantic extending east of Newfoundland known for rich fishing grounds. Depths range from 60 to 80 fathoms.
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