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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1961
Page
3
A group discusses what Christmas really means beyond gifts and meals. Steve argues for joy and good liquor, the Old Timer recalls past excesses, John promotes Peace and Good Will, Santa symbolizes goodwill, evergreens represent enduring truth, and they reflect on lifting the world from strife through Christmas spirit.
Christmas Cheer coupons unlock many valuable prizes on display at Dolton Riverdale Savings and Loan 14074 Lincoln Ave and at Dolton Currency Exchange 14143 Chicago Rd. The ads promote the prize showcase location and the coupon program for holiday shoppers.
The Dalton Rivel dale Junior Woman's Club sponsors a Toys for Tots drive collecting broken toys for the Marine Corps Reserve to repair and re distribute. Call Mrs Arch Johnston at Viking 9 1555 to arrange pickup and help bring Christmas joy to every child.
Suburban Living suggests how local florists can harmonize holiday decor with floral decorations and offers Candy Tree Decorations ideas for Christmas. Trinia Schultz shares her favorite mincemeat drop cookies in Between Us Cooks.
George A Morren a retired Acme Steel personnel man starts a new feature column Fireside Chatter next week. He draws on a lifetime dealing with diverse people and marks a career in medicine and wartime service in World War I.
Riverdale Fire Chief Herbert Schmidt warns Christmas poses higher fire risk. He cites a dried-out tree candles overloaded circuits fireplace sparks and combustible decorations and toys. An IAFC bulletin advises erecting trees just before Christmas and disposing by New Year’s Day with base trimming and water immersion.
Community puzzle asks what AYAMOTDCA stands for and urges residents to contact Bil McLaughlin for the solution. The message includes a phone hint VE % $769 and promises help to those who ask.
Riverdale Village Board heard complaints about violations on Lowe Ave between 138th and 136th streets. After past cooperation, about 40 percent again fail to dispose of garbage properly. officials will distribute the ordinance and threaten arrest for noncompliance.
State Representative Paul Simon will address the Young Democrats of Thornton Township at their next meeting in Riverdale on January 23, 1962. Frank McCune, president, announced the event. Richard Fitzgerald hosted a kickoff dinner for the Dental Committee of the Young Democrats on December 5 at the Dorchester Club with speakers Fitzgerald, McCune, and Jack Hayes. Anthony Seamano spoke briefly on reapportionment after dinner.
Frank E. Froschauer Thornridge high school athletic director was badly injured in a US 34 crash near Manteno Saturday night. State patrolman William James said his car crossed the center line and hit a southbound car driven by Carol Fisher of Kankakee. He remained hospitalized with back injuries and multiple fractures, with transfer plans to Ingalls Memorial Hospital and an expected absence through year’s start.
Cardinal Meyer presided over a Diamond Jubilee Mass of Thanksgiving at St Mary Church and attended a banquet in the parish hall for eleven clergy and laity. Msgr John P. Bileinz led the mass with Rev Edward Baseheart as deacon and Rev Elmo Kurz OFM as sub-deacon.
The South Holland Trust and Savings bank will celebrate its 50th anniversary on Thursday in Thornton Township. Founded by Charles E. Waterman, it remains the area’s oldest bank with Carl Waterman and Milton Waterman as current president and vice president. Open house will include tours, explanations of bank functions, gifts, refreshments, and a ram bonnet for women. The bank survived the 1920s 30s downturn and federal moratorium, then reopened as a sound regional institution once examined. Continued on Page 6.
Dalton village board approved an industrial commission of 15 regular members and two associates to attract new industry and guide its integration. Frank Postma will chair. other appointees include Robert Ostrow, Herbert Sims, Chester Staszak, Edward Robinson Jr., and Samuel LaPorte will oversee planning with a seven member planning commission.
Riverdale residents have eight days to display outdoor Christmas decorations for a judging tour by three out of town judges on Friday evening December 22. Seventeen prizes total include first prize $50 and ten $5 awards. Awards will be announced Sunday December 24 with large ribbons for winners.
The Dolton Park District board approves a February 10 1982 election to issue bonds of 200000 for four new park sites and 315000 for a fieldhouse with a fallout shelter. Polling hours are 6 am to 6 pm with locations to be announced later.
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