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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1935
Page
4
A playful collection of malapropisms and misheard phrases contrasts old proverbs with modern twists. The piece notes noisy neighbors, curious youth, and the social habit of treating cake as cure while lampooning tongue twisters and simile mix ups.
The Vancouver Province recalls a teacher asking Tommy what his father would have if he saved a dollar weekly for four weeks. Tommy dreams of a radio, suit, and furniture, then notes many signed loans during the boom. Now many save tightly and fear purchasing beyond essentials. The piece urges confidence now and warns against overextending the future.
The English Prince of nine Wates appeals for a national trust fund to aid youth through Scout groups and clubs. He warns of a sad der sight amid aimless youths and notes many cannot find work, needing better athletic and social outlets and jobs with advancement.
The article argues against restricting women's work noting that marrying and single women seek wage positions. It asserts the earnings of women add to demand for goods and that a normal economy should allow women to work, providing as many jobs as it takes from men.
President Roosevelt urges that controversial legislation be acted upon in the present session to clear the way for a harmonious 1936 session. The nation faces economic and political disputes hindering recovery as business seeks a solid basis for investment and consumer confidence. The prompt settlement of disputes is seen as essential to resuming full industrial activity.
Notice announces an April 16, 1955 election in the Riverdale Park District to elect two commissioners and one to fill an unexpired term. It lists polling places Village Hall Highlawn Tore House and assigns Calumet and Thornton residents to vote there. The Board President Chas T Sellin signs the notice dated March 26, 1954.
Mrs Jones claims a mouse squeaks in the bedroom waking Wilfred who wakes, groans, and asks whether to oil it or take other action. The exchange reveals a tense domestic moment as they debate the issue.
A reader purportedly recounts a drunken spree involving 12 bottles, sinking contents and odd phrases about bottles and corks. The missive mixes confessional tone with household banter and a claim of murder notes, leaving the author unnamed.
A fragmentary dialogue scene features Mrs Gleason and Gleason joking about a singer's repertoire and a dress attracting comments. The exchange shifts to a quip about women’s generosity and a joke about whether a housewife would share a secret or bite.
A collection of brief, humorous vignettes plays on misunderstandings and voices from a voice of everyday life. The jokes cover interruptions in a meeting, a coal demand with a mythic rule, a morality question answered by a child, and newlyweds debating a teething baby.
Dolton Illinois will hold an April 16 election at village hall and Immanuel Church School Hall. Offices: one President six Trustees one Village Clerk. Polls open 6 am to 5 pm. Notice signed by Wilneis and stamped March 1.
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