Indicted Village Collector for 37000 Shortage
Oswald Obeldobel, village collector of Taras, found short in accounts by auditors after deposits of over 50000 into the Wiersema Bank Roseland. Bonded for ten thousand, he faces charges before the grand jury as the village auditorial review continues. Preliminary report to be printed in The Pointer next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oswald Obeldobel
Taras
William J. Claussen
Wiersema Bank
Roseland
Obeldobel
Pointer
Claussen
Ruth DeYoung Addresses HarVey High School Girls
Miss Ruth DeYoung of the Chicago Tribune spoke to a large group of Harvey high school girls on experiences at the Tribune. She was an honor student at Thornton and Smith College, Phi Beta Kappa, junior government council head, now writes daily for the Tribune.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruth DeYoung
Chicago Tribune
Harvey
Miss DeYoung
Thornton
Smith College
The
Tribune
Frederick
Propper for State Representative Seventh Senatorial District
Republican candidate William F Propper emphasizes two terms of service and independence from the Chicago Sanitary District. He supports Township Assessors, Home Rule, tax fair revenue laws, public-office economy, school benefits, Old Age Pension, repeal of Prohibition, and redistricting. Endorsed by Central Craft of Chicago Brickmakers Union Rail unions and State Federation of Labor. One vote for him alone counts three.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William F. Propper
Chicago
Illinois
Central Craft of Chicago
The
Brickmakers Union
Railyroad Unions
State Federation of Labor
Dolton Park Board Seeks Grass Seed Bids
The Dolton Park Board will accept bids for two hundred pounds of mixed grass seed with specified composition. Bids must be delivered to secretary J. O. Nairn at 473 Lincoln Avenue, Dalton, by 5 p.m. on April 15, 1932. The board may reject any or all bids.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dolton Park
J. O. Nairn
Park Board
Lincoln Avenue
Dalton
Sp. m
Card of Thanks for Kindness after Mother's Death
We express gratitude to friends and neighbors for acts of kindness and floral tributes following our mother's passing. We thank Father Diederich for consoling words and the Ladies of St. Mary's church. Mr. and Mrs. John Rowan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Diederich
St. Mary’s Church
John Rowan
Don Allen Remembered as Thornton Band Founder and Teacher
The article recalls Don C. Allen, longtime Thornton high school band director and former science teacher, who began in 1916 after Roy Dougan left to tour. He helped maintain the program through Red Cross events, with early bands growing from 16 members in 1915 to a large pupil body by 1923. Margaret Page is noted as Thornton’s first girl band member in 1923.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thorntonite
Pointer
Don C. Allen
Rcover
Ken
Ailen
Dear of
Thornton
Allen
Mr. Allen
Roy Dougan
Mr. Dougan
Red Cross
Margaret Page
Five Kidnappers Seized in Hackett Case Probe
Agents of the Secret Six investigate five men linked to the James Hackett kidnapping. Suspects Edward Praybyle and brothers Martin and Walter Praybyle, John Husk of Cicero, and August Delico of Cicero are named. Hackett, from 12916 S Greenwood Ave, paid a $75,000 ransom last year. Authorities say Hackett was held in a cottage owned by a suspect's mother in Palos Park.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Hackett
S. Greewood Avenue
Edward Praybyle
W. 25Th Street
Martin
Walter
Archer Avenue
John Husk
Cicero
August Delico
Kane County
Hackett
Palos Park
Riverdale Appoints Acting Collector Mr August Reich
The village of Riverdale names Mr August C Reich as acting collector effective April 6 1982 by order of the President and Board of Trustees. George L Koehler is the village clerk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
August C. Reich
Riverdale
George L. Koehler
Davies Heintz Wedding in Roseland Chicago
Davies Heintz of Chicago wed Linus Heintz of Riverdale at Holy Rosary Roseland with Father Walsh officiating. Best man Joseph Berchinski and bridesmaid Helen Heintz. Groom works at Allas Furniture Co. in Chicago. They will set up in 82nd Drexel apartments, Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helen Davies
Chicago
Linus Heintz
Hlinois Street
Riverdale
Father Walsh
Holy Rosary Church
Roseland
Joseph Berchinski
Helen Heintz
Allas Furniture Co
82Nd
Drexel Avenue
Pointer
Eckleys Welcome Baby Boy Born At St Francis
Mr and Mrs J O Eckley announce the birth of a baby boy at St Francis hospital Blue Island on Tuesday April 5 Grandpa Albert Kasten shares in the joy of the occasion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. O. Eckley
St. Francis Hospital
Blue Island
Albert Kasten
Reading Daughter Dies in Indiana Crash En Route to Vacation
Miss Eileen Reading, 80, daughter of Charles F. Reading, former alderman and Sanitary District trustee, was killed near Williamsport Indiana when her car collided with a truck while en route to French Lick for a vacation. Miss Jane McCarthy, 30, of nearby Indianapolis suburb, 11826 Parnell Avenue, was seriously injured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
French Lick
Eileen Reading
Prairie Avenue
Charles F. Reading
Sanitary District
Williamsport
Ind
Sterday
Jane McCarthy
Parnell Avenue
Miss Reading
Williams Port
Dalton Resident John Gall Dies After Illness
John Gall longtime Dalton and South Holland resident died at St Francis hospital on Tuesday April 6 after pall stone surgery on March 31. Born in Germany August 31 1861 he came to America at 17 and moved to Wanatah Indiana before settling in Dalton. He married Matilda Schultz and had five children including Paul a war hero. two sons Otto Roy and a daughter Edith who married Chas Randolph. Funeral services were held at his home then interred at Kniman Illinois.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Gall
Dalton
St. Francis Hospital
Germany
America
New York City
Wanatah
Ind
Matilda Schultz
Paul
Chatteau Hiery
American Legion
Otte
Roy
Edith
Chas. Randolph
South Holland
Kemnitz
Kniman
James Taylor Death In Dalton At 18
James Taylor aged 18 son of Mr and Mrs Alex Taylor residents of the Bachman farm Dalton died at Billings Memorial hospital on April 7. A childhood accident left a weed seed in his lung causing long term lung weakness. Funeral services set for Monday at 9 am at St Marys church with interment at St Benedicts cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Taylor
Mgr
Alex Taylor
Bachman
Dalton
Billings Memorial Hospital
St. Mary’s Church
St. Benedict’s Cemetery
James Pettigrew Pioneer Resident Dies at 76
James Pettigrew aged 76 longtime Tarvey resident died at his home 15188 Myrtle avenue early Sunday. He leaves a widow three sons John James Alfred a daughter Mrs Vera Horton and six grandchildren. Funeral services were held privately at home then public services at the Federated church. Odd Fellows and Elks Lodge officiated with graveside rites at Hazzle sgood cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Pettigrew
Tarvey
Myrtle Avenue
John
James
Alfred
Vera Horton
Ethel
W. F. Vance
Federated Church
Lodge of Odd Fellows
Elks Lodge
Hazelsgood
Gun Men Go To Jail
Three holdup suspects Edward Seeley George Sam and William Sutton were bound over to the grand jury by Judge Charles Heidenreich in 5000 bonds each for robbery with a gun after a raid on Corsi Restaurant at 154th and Chicago Street. They were captured by Officer Kechneke of Dalton last week and sent to the County jail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward Seeley
George Sam
William Sutton
Kechneke
Dalton
Corsi
154Th
Chicago Street
Grand Jury
Charles Heidenreich
Boy Scout News and Local Visits Highlight Riverdale
Troop 797 meets Friday evening at 7 00 p m in Our Saviors church basement with new star scout Farnest Jay urging merit badge work this spring. Dal ton siblings farewelled relatives while Joliet visitors spent the weekend in Riverdale with local families.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boy Scout News
Riverdale
Our Saviors Church
Farnest Jay
Local and Personal News From Riverdale Village
J A Gates of Dalton leaves for Livingston Wisconsin to visit brother Joseph and assist on farm while jobs shrink. Night prowlers target two Dalton families with a prowler seen at 118 Forrest Avenue and another attempted entry at 122 Forrest Avenue. Music Studio Club met at Naomi West’s home with a program and games. some members ill and one blood poisoning. Fire department respond to Illinois Central hassle work. damage about 25 dollars. Numerous local residents shift travel, visits, and social events noted including bridge club, birthdays, and family travels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. Gates
Dalton
Livingston
Wis
Joseph
William Lau
Forrest Avenue
Bill
Ehlert
Joe Reale
Music Studio Club
Miers
Naomi West
Ruth Oln
Jackie Jaceway
Glen Burwell
Eleanor Burwell
Elinor van Kuicken
Doris West
Ethel Siss
Vivian Fuller
Edward Brookfelt
Iane Peacock
Fern Fike
Phyllis Jean
Bowen
Illinois
Tom Regnier
Dolton Rainbow Kitten
Tt. S. Slalstead
Vincennes Avenue
Chicago
H. S. Robbins
188Th
Halsted
A. R. Warren
Laurelville
Ohio
Warren Farm
Riverdale
First National Bank of Dolton Becomes Stable Local Institution
The First National Bank of Dolton marks twenty fifth year under Horace Truvnus and leaders. Since opening May 21 1907 with 25000 capital and 2500 surplus it built strong capitalization and steady growth. Current officers include Waterman president Solmes and Dillner among directors. The community has benefited from sound banks that weather the low mood and aid distress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First National Bank of
Diekman
Horace Holmes
Nett
P. B. Good
Charles E. Waterman
Banke
John Shilling
W. H. Baker
William Staat
Horace Holmes, Jr
Co. E. Waterman
M. R. Weidner
O. IF. Reich
J. §. van Deursen
H. J. Dillner
H. J. Anders
Fred Dickman
W. J. Haney
Schmidt-Johnston Bride Wed in Chicago Chapel
Miss Helen Schmidt daughter of Mrs Emily Schmidt and the late Dr Frederick Schmidt married Walter Johnston on Friday April 1 at Thorndike Hilton Memorial Chapel University of Chicago. Rev Herman Keiler officiated. The couple plans a Kentucky honeymoon and will reside at 4540 Minerva Ave Chicago. Mrs Johnston will continue teaching and pursue studies at the University of Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Florence Cline
Jareld Bingham
Bowen
Riverdale
Marine Insurance Co
Kentucky
Minerva Crest
Minerva Avenue
Johnston
University of Chicago
Thornton Township High School
Chicago Normal
U. of CG
Pointer
Riverdale Woman Is Taken For Appendicitis
Miss Mary Rud of 13713 Leyder Avenue Riverdale was taken to Roseland Community Hospital Sunday April 8 where doctors operated for appendicitis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Rud
Leyder Avenue
Riverdale
Roseland Community Hospital
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Don Allen
Musician
Jim Hackett
Davies Heintz
Charles Reading
D. A. Diederich
Los Angeles
California
J. A. Kollar
Dennis Barnett
Cowan, Tenn
Ivanhoe Station
Fraser
Ingalls Memorial Hospital
Hlinvis Central Hospital
Vivo
John Golder
Oak Park
O. C. Hinkle
J. MT. Deam
Ired Ludwig
Mire
Christ Ende
Otto Wagner
Ot 49 Lantz
Fred Danielson
Paul Johnson
Rockford Hospital
Friends
First National of
Dolton
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