Dalton Village Board Agrees on Contracts And Street Work
The Dalton Village board met last Monday evening to transact business. They approved a $1.50 police service bill, discussed appointing power to sign a forthcoming Knickerbocker Ice contract, and planned a special meeting to review it. They ordered removal of nuisance trees on 144th place, and considered free postal delivery for Dolton with petitions to Congress. The board also noted street crossings, sidewalks, lighting issues, coal and stove repairs for the jail, and discussed telephone rate parity with Riverdale. Meeting adjourned after routine reports and approvals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dolton Board
Dalton Village
Ehlert
Reich
Knickerbocker Ice Company
Behrens
Dickelman
Schabloske
Park Avenue
Dalton
Harter
Weber
144Th Place
Chicago Street
Childern
Chicago Postoffice
Wilson
Brick Yards Set to Resume. 100 Men to Be Employed
Superintendent Jim McLaughlin reports Chicago Brick Company yards in good order and ready to begin brick production early next week. About 100 men will gain steady wages. Wisconsin Lime and Cement Co yards shut for repairs, reopening between March 1 and 15. Overall outlook remains strong for the season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jim’ McLaughlin
Chicago Brick Company
Wisconsin Lime and Cement Co
Death of Louisa Estella Schaefer in Chicago
Louisa Estella Schaefer died after a year long illness at St Elizabeth Hospital Chicago last Saturday night. Born February 6 1882 in Dolton she worked for The Western Union in Boston with her uncle Edward Boening and later returned to Chicago with her father Christian Schaefer a Chicago post office employee. Funeral was held Wednesday at St Marys Church Riverdale with burial at Oakland Cemetery. She leaves parents and brother Elmer plus many friends. Western Union staff sent a floral tribute by telegraph to the Chicago florist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisa Estella Schaefer
St. Elizabeth’s Hospital
Chicago
Western Union
Boston
Mass
Edward Boening
Christian Schaefer
St. Elizabeth Hospital
Dolton
Thornton Township
Tinley Park
Evanston
Ill
St. Mary’s Catholic Church
Riverdale
A. A. Riss
Oakland Cemetery
Dalton
Elmer
Move of Six Ton Stone From Simon Schoon Farm
A six ton stone from the Simon Schoon farm near the C E I and 134th street Riverdale was moved Thursday afternoon. It was loaded on a strong sled and four horses hauled it to Slam mond for future placement in the Freckey family lot at Oakhill cemetery. Hammond stone cutter will shape it into a monument for Fred F Freckey. Mr Freckey believes the monument will be safe from theft and endure for centuries due to the rock’s hardness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Simon Schoon
134Th Street
Riverdale
Slammond
Freckey
Oakhill Cemetery
Hammond
Fred F. Freckey
Sewer Contract Awarded for Riverdale Dig
Joseph Mahoney won the contract to dig the Riverdale sewer. Tools sit in Riverdale as work is set to begin. North side project costs reach 5336 dollars while the south side bids total 10600 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Mahoney
Riverdale
North Side
Local Ash Wednesday Lent and community Ball notices
The issue lists Ash Wednesday February 24 and Easter April 11. It notes a Masquerade Ball at Fleischbaur's Pavilion on February 20, a ball by Geo. Washington Lodge No. 189 at Schwab's Hall, and other social events in Riverdale and nearby towns. It mentions birthdays, club raffles, mail delivery petitions, and local incidents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Riverdale Volunteer Fire Co
Fleischbaur
Geo
Washington Lodge No
N. A
Schwab
Riverdale
Gusta Walff
Frank
Tyest
Hammond
Indiana
Washington
Geo. Thuhl
137Th Street
Conrad Kern
Chicago
Harvey
Schaefer
Dalton
St Marys Court W C OF Installed Officers at Village Hall
St Marys Court W C of O F held its installation Sunday afternoon February 14 at the Village Hall with guests from Ascension Court Harvey. Rev Riss delivered a discourse on Christian duties followed by lunch. The Chief Ranger Mrs Peter Ripley received a painted picture by A Crumley. Attendees reported a delightful time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Mary’s Court
Ascension Court
Harvey
Riss
Peter Ripley
A. Crumley
Found a boy's skate owner may claim at office
Notice from The Pointer home paper offering a found item. A boy's skate was found and the owner may claim it by calling at the designated office. Subscription details for The Pointer are provided at $1.00 per year.
No Village Primaries Declared For Dalton And Riverdale
Village Boards in Dalton and Riverdale, advised by Village Attorney O F Reich, will skip village primaries. Petitions will suffice under existing law, saving election costs. If no petitions are filed, no primary is held. petitions filed by parties trigger a primary. Chicago and Calumet vote next Tuesday with polls 6 am to 5 pm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dalton
Riverdale
O.F. Reich
Chicago
Calumet
Fire at Riverdale residence endangers store room blaze
A late Saturday fire at 106 137th Street Riverdale broke from a store room above the kitchen at M H Kelly's home. Chief Peter Ripley directed Riverdale Hose Company No 1 as water use stayed minimal to limit damage. The cost estimated at 700 to 800 dollars with insured building. several army relics and personal belongings damaged. Fireman Jacob Decklar exposed to flames but unharmed aside from being soaked.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. H. Kelly
137Th Street
Riverdale
State
Slightawn Hose Company
137Th Place
Illinois Street
Peter Ripley
Costello
Bowen
Kelley
Kelly
T E Rcom
Jacob Decklar
Riverdale Hose Company No. 1
Sloan Favored as Next Alderman in 33d Ward Race
Voters urged to support H M Sloan for Alderman as endorsements from newspapers business leaders and the Municipal Voters League highlight his qualifications. Critics note opponents McLachlan Metzgar and others, while the law grants wage earners two hours to vote. The piece stresses Sloan has no street car ties and is the best available candidate for the ward, with election set for Tuesday February 23.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. M. Sloan
Municipal Voters League of Chicago
Sloan
McLachlan
South End
Metzgar
League
North End
Bibl
Alderman Slant
A. C. Metzgar
Wm. McLachlan
Isaiah Campbell
E. W. Jager
C. M. White
IL. M. Sloan
J. E. Daly
Benjamin Busch
C. E. Reading
VY. Gindra
G. S. Bremner
C. H. Keyser
H. J. LeCreu
G. Erickson
W. P. F. Ferguson
Ballot Verse Urges Sloan for Alderman Seat
A sentimental political verse urges readers to vote for the “Honorable Mr. Sloan” for alderman. The poem promises streetcars and quick rides for couples on Sundays if Sloan is elected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Sloan
Thanks to Firemen and Neighbors for Fast Response
The Kewry family extends gratitude to the firemen who responded quickly on February 13 and to neighbors and friends who offered ready help during the emergency. M. H. Kewry and family express appreciation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. H. Kewry
Also Mentioned on This Page
Knickerbocker Company
Dolton Post Office
Boettger
Stork
al. Bowman
Tony Strozinski
Sam Ohbling
Irene Vandeursen
Riverdale Hunting and Fishing Club
Herman Horn
Mary Hensen
Andrew Baumgartner
A. C. Reich
Riverdale Iron and Steel Company
Highlawn Hose House
Dora Rampke
Atlantic Street
Voters League
All Good Citizens
Edward Wirtz Jr
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