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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1925
Page
4
A series of pithy quips on work ethic progress and social roles appear, touching on legislators tax spending crossword fans immigration labor and class mobility. The remarks fuse humor with social commentary about future density automation and effort.
A convention of merchant tailors in Cleveland urged brighter colors for men in the coming year. They note men today prefer subdued, substantial dress, though many young and some older men may embrace the bolder hues after discussion.
The article argues that primitive societies deny adult education while progressive nations push continuous learning. It cites ancient Athens where learning appealed to all ages, showing how widespread desire for wisdom empowers people and drives achievement, suggesting modern schools should extend beyond youth.
The passage urges an eager desire for wisdom and thorough study. It stresses habits of disciplined thought and conduct, to prepare for future work, and calls communities to support adult education via libraries, reading rooms, lectures, and discussion groups. It notes newspapers aid by printing more information than before.
The Massachusetts Senate chaplain quoted God’s let there be light as a foundation for daily human duty and urged the press to illuminate and guide public opinion. Journalists should seek truth, not merely money, and accept responsibility for their impact on society.
A Dalton theatre notice urges youth to see a film about loyalty. Frank Lloyd produced a drama where a man sacrifices everything for a boss, driven by honor and duty. The piece lauds loyalty as a golden trait and stresses its social value.
The revenue act of 1924 defines tax status on December 31 for calendar year filers. Exemption amounts vary by status and fractions of year served, with a dependent credit of 400 tied to last day support.
A New Zealand curiosity features a 50 acre lake in Sulphur Island with 12 feet depth. The hot water contains large amounts of hydrochloric and sulphuric acids, and dense fumes rise from the surface.
The County Board backed a bascule bridge over the Little Calumet River at 138th street Burnham. Village officials Patton Heigl and local attorney Markman secured village maintenance and a 30 foot pavement for 300 feet and 27 foot pavement to the village south boundary. The agreement followed costly pavement nearby with Burnham residents paying about 68000 for a mile of road and total Burnham pavement near 130000. Alderman Woodhull secured a temporary pontoon bridge 134th street funding, joined by Aldermen Govier and Cross who supported the project benefiting South Chicago residents.
A meditation on how quoting reveals a writer’s skill and intent. The essay notes that readers gain fresh insight from a well rendered quotation, as if a poem’s passage gains new life through its recital.
The Schappi Bus Line inc files with the Illinois Commerce Commission for certificates to operate motor passenger service on four routes across Calumet City Burnham and Harvey. A public hearing is set for February 24, 1925 at 10 a m in Chicago. Henry Schappi, President, 521 Garfield Avenue Calumet City.
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