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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1939
Page
4
An editorial stresses the danger of fast traffic to children and urges constant supervision near schools. It argues parents cannot nursechildren forever and advocates early lessons on looking both ways and safe crossing to reduce accidents.
The article warns that fire fighting tools deteriorate when neglected. It urges timely maintenance of automatic sprinklers and extinguishers, especially on farms and in towns. It cautions against cutting fire budgets as lagging equipment risks loss of life and greater expense.
A humorous critique on decaying fences marring homes. It notes worn weathered wood, neglected paint, and the impact of unruly children on private yards, ending with a humorous misquote about walking versus riding.
Third and fourth graders enjoyed Easter vacation and school life with field trips to Hydrox Ice Cream, Wanzer Dairy, Garfield Park Conservatory and the Airport. Readers discussed Oz books, noted illness absences, and gatherings included the Achievement Officers’ convention in Chicago.
A front bulletin board in Room 4 features a vivid spring scene, drawing attention with colorful blooms and cheerful decor that brightens the classroom environment.
The eighth grade completed a transportation project tracing from wooden shoes to late model autos and air travel. They collected pictures of land water and air transport and thank Mr Bales for candy proceeds toward a class gift.
First and second graders visited Mr Fray s greenhouse last Tuesday and enjoyed the beautiful plants. They found the two alligators amusing and each child received a white hyacinth plant. They thank Mrs Basile Mrs William Heitmann and Mrs Pals for rides home.
Lincoln School notes a well attended boy scouts supper held last week. This week the eighth grade and upper grades begin training for upcoming baseball games with other schools.
Ole Rastus debates whether talent, training, or credentials matter more for writers and teachers. He echoes Mrs Toonie's view that born skill may trump learned technique while admitting effort improves craft. The piece voices a rural dialect persona pushing for practical storytelling mastery.
Good Friday and Easter break noted for Berger School. Miss Barnings was sick for several days and Mr Lockhart taught arithmetic to seventh and eighth graders. She returned the following Monday. Continued on Page 5.
A reader recalls wild lady fashions with corkscrew hats and upside down Easter basket designs. The speaker jokes about his mother-in-law and hints the fisherman's union may influence millinery trends.
Weary Willie of Riverdale muses on using worn nets and debris to craft an Easter bonnet. He plans to trim an old derby with broom straws and a few forks as a frugal, practical gesture for a family gathering.
A cautious worm begins a routine of diving deep into his hole each Saturday as school breaks for the kids. The scene depicts a childlike habit tied to weekend leisure.
A reflective line recalls the saying longest way round is shortest way home and notes Illinois residents seeking to return home in past times.
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