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Newspaper

Riverdale Pointer

Location

Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Feb 15, 1924

Page

2

Illinois News Roundup of Crimes Politics and Farming

A Chicago veteran killed a 16 year old girl after a jealous love affair in Rockford. Gov. Len Small re elected president of the Illinois Agricultural Farmers association at Aurora. State health records report over 5000 stillbirths and urge better maternal care. Rockford manslaughter trial testimonies unfold as witnesses describe the shooting. Illinois college discourages fraternities arguing they undermine literary societies. Illinois livestock report shows horse decline and sheep and mule trends. Founders Day at Illinois State Normal University set for February 16 with notable speakers and a portrait unveiling. Foxhound chase ends after two days with one exhausted foxhound and a lone fox found near Onarga. Evanston grants 1300 telephone poles with free city service saving 3000 annually amid tax debate. Illinois Attorney General opinion says hunting season for rabbits in southern and central zones ends January 1 1924 and cannot be extended.

Receiver named for Gilman Creamery firm in bankruptcy

Stephen C. Malo appointed receiver for Gilman Creamery and Produce, after five creditors petitioned for bankruptcy. Construction of Joliet labor temple to cost 75000 with bonds and one day of union labor from each local union.

Stephen C. Malo Gilman Creamery and Produce Company Labor Temple Joliet

Coolidge backs cabinet member amid Denby dispute

President Coolidge refused to dismiss Secretary of the Navy Denby after a senate vote urging his resignation over navy oil lease deals with Fall and Sinclair. He said the senate cannot compel executive removal and pledged to act only with legal advice and the public interest in mind.

Washington Coolidge Navy Denby Senate Mr. Denby Albert B. Fall Secretary of the Interior EF. L. Doheny Harry F. Sinclair Madison America Cleveland

Quell Convict Revolt After Two Guards Die

A large prisoner riot at the western penitentiary in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania involved hundreds of inmates led by murderers and bank robbers. The attempt to dynamite barriers failed and two guards were killed in the crisis as officers and detectives fought to regain control. ABlack helper named William Jasper was shot while aiding a guard.

Pittsburch Western Penitentiary Ohio River William Jasper

Dough as Daily Bread Motive in Money Phrase

A brief note on why money is nicknamed dough. It ties the term to daily bread and basic sustenance, reflecting a common metaphor. The origin links financial needs to nourishment in everyday life.

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