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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1938
Page
4
The author argues America is uncivilized in some respects yet has progressed. They contrast crime and cruelty with the alleged mistreatment of Chinese infants in Shanghai, noting the need for universal education and suitable work for every child to justify pride in national progress.
The piece weighs the crow as either foe or ally, citing fears it preys on eggs and young birds while supporters argue it also controls insect pests. A Canadian drive to destroy crows is noted, with similar calls at home to protect ducks and other birds.
The piece argues that 50,000 youths under 18 are hurt yearly in industrial accidents and auto mishaps. It notes youths' risk taking, carelessness, and the need for special protections in factories and workshops. It urges preventing their heedlessness despite their belief that precautions show fear.
The article discusses left turns in crowded urban intersections as a major accident risk. It contrasts stopping for a gap versus moving into the center of the street to await a turn, noting safety and rear-end collision dangers. It suggests banning left turns in congested areas to reduce accidents, though drivers resist.
A historical note argues that left turns are safer if drivers always signal, the oncoming driver slows and signals no danger. It urges consistent signaling to reduce risk and improve mutual understanding at intersections.
During six low mood years life insurance companies in the United States paid out 18 billion dollars to policyholders and beneficiaries. Despite widespread business failures and a crashed stock market, nearly all insurers fulfilled their obligations with few exceptions. This record suggests prudent management of funds by insurers, surpassing the average investor.
The speaker contrasts rural areas with poor schools and eager youths wanting college against college students who prioritize sports and social life over study. He warns that the allure of education wanes when access and quality vary and urges young people to value learning as they prepare to enter college.
A poet fills a barroom vignette with satire on gender roles and social habits. A thirsty crowd, witty couplets, and playful jabs at modern life mingle with remarks on education, track feats, and driver safety in a late impressionistic sketch.
Elizabeth Robinson a 16-year-old Riverdale girl wins the Amsterdam Olympic 100 meter in a world record 12 1 5 seconds. Plans for a welcome home reception are made as she returns August 23 after her remarkable feat.
Private William Kooi son of Mr and Mrs Peter Kooi is the second Dalton boy to die for his country. He fell in France on July 13. The War Department notified his family last Friday. He served in the Signal Corps with the 101st Field Battalion Company C. Enlisted June 1917 in Washington and sailed for France in November. Other local youths left for training camps this past week from the Eighth District. Simon P Schoon bought the Holton State Bank building at 188th and Lincoln, a former bank failure loser. Mrs Frederick Krueger of Riverdale died July 26 at 81.
The author argues some girls are emotionally fragile in individual sports and benefit from team competition with peer support. Young people should not take games too seriously and need a broader perspective, as philosophy helps cultivate good sport and balance beyond sports success.
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