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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1912
Page
5
A Missouri editor quotes a newspaper remark about botched poultry violence. The editorial tone mocks the attempted chicken beheading with a hatchet and suggests using scissors next time. The Atlanta Constitution is cited as the source of the quip.
Walter attends his first church service and struggles to follow instructions about whispering and bowing. During the main petition, memory yields to impulse as he asks his mother when he may lift his head, fearing his neck will break.
Asbestos shingles are now manufactured in this country with growing trade. The new products are very light and reportedly fireproof up to two thousand degrees. They resist acids and weather and are said to endure as long as a concrete building.
London Punch notes the London Gazette now prints a table of contents after two and a half centuries, joking that this counters claims Britons are slow to adopt new ideas. The remark highlights a witty reception to a reform in a venerable publication.
A Savannah News item notes a Chicago resident who knew the intimate history of every important family in the city has died. The piece suggests several influential locals may be relieved by his death, reflecting on his access to private histories.
In a modern finance cartoon Becker claims he is trimming costs by paying only half the bills, sparking a pun about expense cutting. The strip features Knicker and Becker in a lighthearted dispute over budget reductions and financial prudence.
The Washington Herald reports a shocking wedding incident where the bridegroom allegedly took his place under floral decor and a surge of 2000 volts was delivered as part of the event. No additional details on witnesses or outcome are provided.
On December 28, 1805 Venice known as the Queen of the Adriatic saw its ancient republic state stripped away by the Treaty of Presburg. Napoleon the Great dictated the terms annexing Venice to Italy ending the doges era and 1,200 years of civic independence.
A teacher notes a new pupil filled a reference card last week with a blank for Nationality of Parents. She explained then wrote that "Papa is Irish and mamma is German" and added she did not know their status before marriage.
Daniel Ramniotio, a farm worker, was killed by a northbound train while walking on Panhandle tracks near West Pullman after returning from work January 6. A fellow worker warned him to move as a southbound train passed. Ramniotio did not see the northbound train and was struck. The body was taken to Naugh's morgue, a coroner's jury was convened, and funeral services were held January 9 at his home. He leaves a wife and two married daughters.
The Concordia League of Chicago and vicinity representing seventy Lutheran churches protests Governor’s reprieve in the murder of young farmer Fred Guelzow. The resolution condemns delaying justice and urges the law to take its course without further stay.
The Pullman Company reports a surge in November and December orders for rolling stock. January payroll reaches about 11,000 workers, with 2,000 in a new freight car plant. Earnings show a dip in the first five months of the fiscal year, but dividends are expected. Railroad car orders cooled from late 1911 activity yet remain strong ahead of the next grain harvest.
A country reader notes how practical weather signs differ from city lore. Red sunsets, straight rising smoke, moon rings, greasy cloud streaks, and animals acting oddly signal approaching rain and unsettled skies to those trained to read them.
During a late night rehearsal actor Donald Brian tried to spur a loud finale from the orchestra. He cried out for more power, then addressed conductor Vicars with a comic cry. The English conductor halted the band and thanked him with a wry smile.
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