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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1961
Page
2
Incoming Thorndridge freshmen gather for Orientation Day as THS plans a busy start. Sophomores report to the auditorium at 9 am while juniors and seniors attend separate assemblies. Buses run trips at 8:20 am 12:15 pm and 12:30 pm 3:30 pm with later homeroom schedule and counseling sessions.
A special letter of congratulations was sent to entering freshmen who qualified for the Thornton Township High School band. Music Department chairman Lyle A Hopkins and THS principal Omer W Renfrow spoke on the band’s reputation in the Chicago suburbs. The Chanton Township High School Band has earned numerous district and state awards. Last year's varsity band marched in Fue Prevention week parades and performed at Homecoming Halloween Veterans Day athletic events Thornridge dedication Teachers Institute and the School Festival of Arts. The Band Concert is noted as the outstanding spring musical event.
The new incinerator, costing about 26 000, burns up to eight tons an hour and aims to pay for itself this year by charging loads from private firms and municipalities. It resembles an Indian tepee, is made of aluminized steel, and uses an air whirlwind to enhance combustion. Manufactured in Memphis, Tenn, the unit is designed for easy loading, low soot, and minimal staff, sited near new homes in Highland Park.
Mr Kellogg praises Ivanhoe Junior Women's Club for canvass efforts and reports a $45,000 contribution. He recalls Chicago and Riverdale roots, family, and his move from insurance work to home based brokerage. State Crusade Chairman Ebersold notes 1961 fundraiser surpassed all prior totals with over two million raised in Illinois.
Mike Gilmartin of Huguelet Construction cites damage at a newly painted home at 14411 Dorchester in Dean. Dalton Police say five gallons of paint were spread inside the residence and a reward is offered for information identifying the responsible individuals.
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