10 Aug 1928
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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1928
Page
1
A regional planning effort spans Riverdale Dalton and nearby towns for an August homecoming honoring Elizabeth Robinson, celebrating with a large parade, decorated streets, and a street dance. Organizers including Wm A Reich and J M Deam rally community support and invite former residents to attend.
Chairman Reich reports John Connors will lead finance while coordinating a large volunteer list to be made into a roll of honor for Elizabeth’s celebration. Local groups including the Ivanhoe Civic Club South End Chamber and American Legion units pledge support with a 45 piece drum corps and Harvey’s parade plans.
The notice lists committee assignments with chairs for Arrangements Finance Publicity Parade and Decoration Music and Entertainment Co A and Police, naming numerous members under each heading. The article continues on page 8.
A regular Dalton Village Board session led by President Harris considered granting Illinois Brick Company permission to lay a switch track across Cottage Grove Avenue. the measure failed to secure four votes. Chief Peter Ripley sought approval to organize a Berger section fire company, with a potential 5 percent rate reduction anticipated from a Chicago Board of Underwriters survey. The auditors presented three years of village books, Forest Avenue paving was confirmed to begin, and curb work on 138th Street was requested by property owners.
The Ivanhoe Supers remain on top after a Sunday win over Thornston, pushing their lead to two games. Chicago Heights were routed by the Harvey Pirates, while the Matteson Anchors defeated Lansing, dropping them three games back. Fred Bruhn made a stellar defensive play and doubled twice in three at bats, as Struss earned the win with 12 strikeouts.
Belle Dolton and Farragut Elementary principal Isabelle Dolton named among four assistant superintendents by Superintendent Bogan. Dolton replaces Morgan G. Hogge who oversaw evening schools Americanization and athletics. The appointment brings a higher salary and greater responsibility in the Chicago school system.
The joint meeting of the Little Theatre Players and American Legion Committee slated for Friday August 10 at the Legion dugout is postponed to August 31 due to a public meeting tonight to plan greeting Miss Elizabeth Robinson. The Coldale Independent Odd Fellows Club will meet at the Dugout Friday evening August 17 and all three link men are urged to attend. A lunch will be provided by a volunteer committee and a good time is promised for all.
Mr and Mrs Eric Anderson of Ivanhoe announce the birth of a 10-pound boy on August 8. The newborn adds to the family and marks a joyful event for the couple and their household.
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