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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1960
Page
6
The Dog 'n' Suds on 844 East Sibley Blvd Delton held a two day grand opening July 30 and 31 attracting the biggest crowd in years. Henry Nagler praised the new car hop layout while Mrs Nagler thanked attendees and announced continued visits.
Mr. and Mrs. Albert R. Lemb returned from the Democratic National Convention in Los Angeles and Visited the Grand Canyon El Tovar Hotel Riverside Mission Inn Santa Barbara Monterey San Diego San Francisco and Mexico. Sponsored by the Illinois Federation of Democratic Women’s Clubs the tour plans a reunion in September chaired by Judge Catherine Nohkelty.
McNamara announces four week period ending July 16 1960 sales reach 865 103 676 up 959 762 or 13 percent versus 1958. Year to date 28 weeks ending July 15 1960 sales total 451 329 899 against 438 086 497 a 2 84 percent gain. Stores in operation 905 as of period end, down from 923 a year earlier.
The First Baptist Church of Dolton has purchased a bus to be used for Sunday School and youth meetings. The church is temporarily located in the Fra School gym at 147th and Chivago. Call Pastor Swanson at Viking 99562 to arrange transportation for attendees.
Collections from Dolton Riverdale and South Holland were certified to the State Treasurer under the Municipal Retailers Occupational Tax Act for April liabilities. Dolton 5653.89 Riverdale 4640.79 South Holland 3649.00.
Sigal and Berg of 316 E 11th Street Chicago offer complete interior decorating services to residents of Dalton Riverdale and South Holland. M J Berg and Robert S Ber graduates of the Academy of Fine Arts in Chicago announce free consultations at their store with fees for full interior planning from front door to back, including furniture drapery and decorating.
Donald A. Garrigan of Riverdale is serving two weeks in the Army Reserve with the 417th Civil Affairs Company at Weldon Springs Missouri. The unit surveys two Missouri counties near St Louis for civil defense use and occupies squad tents amid local snakes. Major Garrigan, a civilian sales engineer, serves as Executive Officer with the 417th.
JoAnn Carol Zimmerman daughter of Air Force William Zimmerman enrolled for the Fall semester at Valparaiso University Valparaiso Indiana. She is a Thornton Township High School graduate and appears among local honors. In related notes Mrs Beverlee Ann Smith Riverdale was omitted from Thornton Junior College honor list, though she graduated with a 2.5 to 3.0 average and membership in Lambda Epsilon.
The Dolton Ivanhoe Riverdale Democratic Woman's Club will host its annual Family Pot Luck Supper on Monday August 8 at 6 30 p m at Dolton Park rain or shine. Attendees bring a dish and their own table service. Games and prizes planned. For details call Viking 9 2262.
Robert J. Coxworth has been promoted to vice president by the Board of Directors of Old Republic Life Insurance Company of Chicago. He and his wife Lois and their four children reside at 706 Lexington Dr Saratoga Farms Chicago Heights.
The Chicago Motor Club provides advice for comfort in hot weather. Park in shade when possible and wear light, nonrestrictive clothing. Avoid alcohol, take frequent rest stops, and do not overcrowd the car. A brief medical note reports Mrs. Charles R. Whitaker undergoing surgery July 29 at Ingalls Memorial Hospital and recovering at home soon.
A 1909 Dolton business gathering outlines plans for the fall season with figures such as J C Brookfeld and Frank Bergold. Other items mention a Harvey Laundry route, a Lincoln Ave dealer in cars, and a Roseland club event. Local accidents include a 25 foot fall and wind damage to onion crops in South Holland Riverdale and Dolton.
The Miss Riverdale pageant finalists will be honored at a dance July 12 at Poppel's Under 21 Tropicana Club. Admission proceeds fund the contest expenses for Riverdale Chamber of Commerce. Tickets and details available from Robert Poppel Richard Poppel Quain Realty and local reporters.
The Ivanhoe Garden Club announces its next regular meeting will be on Friday, September 9. There will be no August meeting. announcements about the program for the September gathering will follow.
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