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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1933
Page
5
Melvin Johnson of Detroit Michigan and Witty Kiem of Tinfalo New York are Americas new speed skating champions. The photo was taken just after their victory at the national championships in Oconomowoc Wisconsin.
Franklin Plaza T A notes February 14 to 21 honoring Abraham Lincoln and George Washington. It cites Lincoln as Emancipator and Washington as Liberty leader, and praises the Boy Scouts of America as fostering citizenship and better character development among nearly a million youth.
In a tongue in cheek note from Detroit News the piece suggests if cod liver oil is unavailable halibut liver oil or sunshine can serve as a substitute, reflecting lighthearted commentary on health remedies. The column mix hints at practical humor about scarce medicines.
The article alleges a widespread professional begging racket in Europe and Asia with an estimated more than ten million beggars across the two continents. It frames begging as organized crime and notes large numbers of individuals involved.
A historical quotation notes that those who achieve the most often boast the least about their success, attributed to Grenville Kleiser. The saying emphasizes modesty amid high achievement and the value of restraint in public praise.
Weather kept balls away last week but Acme Steel meets the Redwings of Whiting Ind notable Indiana champions. Redwings, featuring a strong lightweight unit called the Bearcats, swept Calumet City tourney. The Illinois Interfor Finish squad from Hyde Park Lindblom Parker Englewood high schools joins the action. First game at 2:30 p.m. Sunday promises a clash of division contenders.
The Dolton Stamp Club announces a weekly column on United States stamps and commemoratives. A 5¢ Georgia colonization stamp honoring Gen. James Oglethorpe, issued Feb. 18 by the Bureau of Engraving and Printing, is described as a purple, unframed design with the General facing left.
The piece argues education benefits society as land and communities boast record numbers of college graduates, noting rising achievement and broader access. It emphasizes individual opportunity and national progress through higher education.
The miscellaneous food shower for Oak Forest boys is postponed due to quarantine. Four members attended the Department President's luncheon on February 11. Viaarma Devere Unit won district pride for largest membership. Ada Mucklestone spoke on membership and national defense. Meetings set for February 23 and 25. snowstorm caused prior delay. Meta Schmiedl and Sereta ill. Abraham Lincoln quote urges buying American goods.
Three Link Notes say Doldale Carpet Bowlers bowl tonight at the lodge hall with new members joining. The club eyes next league games as Friday February 24th features Past Grand Night with an entertainment program. Mayor Frank Kasten of Blue Island will speak on March 10th with professional lectures by Henry Jacksma and Fred Rech. dues to be announced.
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