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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1922
Page
1
Burr Oak officials announce monthly market day sales at Halsted and 123rd streets on the third Thursday to compete with Blue Island. The first event attracted solid patronage despite cold weather as farmers and buyers gathered to trade farm products and livestock.
Frank Cassidy of this city has been reinstated on the government compensation list as permanently totally disabled. His brother Edward Cassidy appealed through Congressman Sproul, who secured the restoration after sending a letter confirming the status. The congressman has pursued similar cases with gratifying results.
Our Savior's Church notes fifty days to Easter and marks Ash Wednesday with 7:30 p m services on March 1. Lent services shift to Fridays after Ash Wednesday, with Holy Communion and a confirmation planned at the next Lord's Day services. The Lutheran Brotherhood hosts a Father and Son banquet March 3 at 7:30 p m in the basement, free to attend with a free will offering and remarks expected by Dr S Waltz.
The St Pauls church male choir will host an oyster supper at the church hall on Friday evening February 24. All are welcome. Riverdale Hose Co No 1 plans a masquerade ball at the village hall in Riverdale on Saturday evening February 25 with tickets available soon.
Miss Alice Maat visits her parents in Holland Michigan. A birthday party at Mrs Wierenga home honors her daughter Jean with a good time reported. Miss Martha Fieldhouse visits her uncle H Swart in De Motte Indiana. Read Rock Sons Tractor ad in this issue.
Dolton M E Church lists Sunday school at 9 45 led by Mrs Wm Cooper Supt Morning worship at 11 00 with pastor in charge Junior League a 2 30 with Miss Marthe Kalas Supt Epworth League young people service led by Miss Holly Day Evening service at 7 45 with Pastor A E Blomberg.
Johnny VanMilligan was killed when a gasoline powered belt injured him at a barn feed mill where he worked with his father Peter VanMilligan. The accident occurred when the belt came off the pulley and he was found unconscious. He died soon after from a fractured skull. He left parents six sisters and three brothers. Funeral services were held at the family home and Christian Reformed church with Rev. P Van Dyk officiating.
William Sharp of Acme Steel Goods Co. remains in critical condition at Blue Island hospital after severe burns from ignition of greasy overalls while at work. He lives at 75 Hast 137th Street in Riverdale. Foreman Charley Ohlsen assisted, Dr. Thomsen provided first aid and he was moved to the hospital.
The village of Dolton notes the death of John F Wernicke a longtime trustee and valued citizen. The resolutions express heartfelt sympathy to his wife and family and praise his honesty devotion to public welfare and guidance to neighbors. The document is signed by President Jas McLaughlin and Village Clerk WM G Dolton and ends with a bank advertisement.
Bargains in shoes advertised by Joe Alpert at 13551 Indiana Avenue Riverdale. Store offers curbside pickup and delivery service with telephone Riverdale 346. Specialty repairs available.
The notice states air rifles slingshots and firearms are prohibited by law within Dolton. Any person found using these weapons will be prosecuted by order of the Board of Trustees of Dolton.
Elsie Schmutzler received a surprise birthday party last Saturday evening at the village hall organized by her brother Elmer. About 80 friends attended, including guests from Chicago and Homewood, with the event described as a great time. For sale notice ends the item, listing gladiolus bulbs and the contact Peter Hank at Leyden avenue.
The Paul Gall Post holds its next regular meeting at Legion headquarters on March 2 1922. A Legion show at Dalton theatre February 27 and 28 begins at 8 pm with tickets 50 cents. The note urges veterans to join now and mentions compensation bill applications. The Legion play Sittin Pretty appears in this issue, and unsold tickets must be returned by Saturday February 25 at headquarters.
Dolton M. E. Church pastor Rev. Albert B. Blomberg wed February 15 at the bride’s sister’s home in Kenwood. The couple began housekeeping in the Dolton church parsonage and will receive friends after March 1. Congratulations flow from many friends.
Notice for Riverdale Illinois primary election held March 14 1922 at Village Hall for three village trustees and police magistrate. Peoples Party and Independent Progressive Party eligible to participate. Polls open 6 AM to 5 PM. Dated February 22 1922 in Riverdale.
Dolton Cook County Illinois announces a primary election at the Village Hall on March 14 1922. Positions include Village Clerk and three Village Trustees with party lines Peoples Party Citizens Party Independent Peoples Party. Election hours noon to five in the afternoon. Official notice dated February 1922.
The auction at the residence near Range Line and Michigan City Roads lists a team of work horses 2600 lbs one fresh milch cow farm wagons harnesses plows cultivators mowing machine hay reke onion set crates prairie hay wire and many tools. Cash terms. JACOB C HAAN Proprietor. Auctioneer JOC TON Clerk C J VanKley.
A terse note from the Boston Transcript hints history may rhyme with present misfortune. The piece uses a brisk, wry tone typical of a brief editorial or column fragment.
The notice urges residents to open a bank account with First Trust and Savings Bank of Riverdale citing small incourt costs and easier access to financial services.
The Dalton village board met February 20 with all members present. A church committee requested free hall use for a fundraiser to buy a motor for a pipe organ. the request was granted. Other items covered include election supplies, street planking, broken lights, a defective lightning arrester, quarantine warnings, and notices to deter vandalism. Condolences were sent to the Wernicke family.
February 18 event at Fullerton Hall featured seven county division demonstrations on school home project themes presided by County Superintendent EK Tobin. Next year judges will select a best team. February 28 program promises patriotic entertainment and a district-wide pupil program including Home Nursing and Bowen Riverdale Achievement Club. Riverdale Juniors rehearse a health play tied to home hygiene and care of the sick.
The Board of Education District 148 Dolton Illinois announces an opening for a janitor at Lincoln Avenue School. Applications must be filed with the secretary by 8 p m. February 28 1922. The board reserves the right to reject any or all applicants.
We thank neighbors and friends for kindness sympathy after our father’s death and burial. Special thanks to those who furnished automobiles, gave flowers, and to Rev Dorjohn for his kind words. Mrs. John F. Wernicke and Family.
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