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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1935
Page
4
A compact roundup of quips on divorce decline skepticism about constitutional respect, winter health fears, and public apathy towards voting. It notes Saar district turnout versus American apathy and mocks invisible government while praising wit about money and traps.
The Sound Bank Foundation argues that 54 U S bank failures occurred in 1934, far below the long term average, and that the U S banking system is sounder now. It credits this stability with enabling a quicker recovery and argues cautious lending elsewhere but warns against overreaction to bank distress.
Summer Welles, assistant secretary of state, says the United States will not send soldiers to collect debts in tropical American countries. He argues citizens who lend money must accept risks and that armed force would deter future customers, not produce reliable repayment.
The Saar district chose to return to Germany, a move the author frames as reducing world risk. The piece argues that respecting national identity prevents future conflict and cautions against divorcing people from their homeland regardless of regime.
The Atlanta Constitution warns that chasing every ace in politics and industry leads to conflict and instability. It argues fair bargaining matters, while grasping all advantages breeds opposition and hidden reserves for emergencies.
The piece cites nearly 100000 deaths from accidents in 1984 with 35000 from automobile crashes and another 35000 from home incidents. It warns life indoors is not safe, noting stairs and slippery floors as risks and urging constant caution to stay safe.
The United States Civil Service Commission invites competitive exams for Elevator Conductor at $1 080 yearly and Junior Telephone Operator at SE260 yearly in Washington DC. Applications close January 28 1950. Salaries may be reduced up to 5 percent for economy and 1 percent for retirement. Information from the Secretary of the Civil Service Board of Examiners or the Commission in Washington DC. Keep your temper: wants it.
A skein of humorous vignettes and pointed jabs on alibis women and lawyers, with sly quips about charity requests, political figures and the press. The piece ties social foibles to public affairs reflecting a light editorial mood.
The National Safety Council estimates 99 000 lives lost in 1934 from all accidents. Traffic deaths lead with 385 500 fatalities, followed by home and occupational deaths. The year set a new high in traffic fatalities, with increases across most months and regions, while some cities and states reported declines.
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