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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1914
Page
5
Leetlefellow muses on crime and politics with sharp asides about windling bank penalties, hangings if murderers were caught, and a chaotic view of U S affairs. He notes stolen autos, petty crime, and the pardon board amid global tensions and domestic debate.
We thank friends for sympathy and kindness shown at the death and burial of our dear son Ernest Wesse and Family.
English manufacturers agents prepared to push American goods in South America but resist new products. Their conservative stance hinders diversification of offerings to trades.
A reflective line notes that even a well kept umbrella does not guarantee practical judgment about rain. It suggests appearances may mislead in weather readiness and decision making.
The Dalton Riverdale Building and Loan Association begins subscriptions for its sixth stock series issued July 1. It promotes savings with monthly payments as a path to home ownership and a good interest rate. Subscriptions are urged now. W J Haney is president and Horace Holmes secretary.
Maude claims Confucius was great and wise while Maymie recalls Chautauqua lectures and notes he never spoke. The Washington Star article records a humorous debate over the philosopher’s inclusion in talks.
Women are employed as sailors in Denmark Norway and Finland and are described as often being excellent mariners in contemporary reports.
The article notes a famine era custom of selling children by Japanese families in famine districts and recalls King Canute in 1017 banning English parents from selling their children as slaves to the Irish. It compares historical practices and highlights the persistently troubling trade in human beings.
A collection of maxims and proverbs champions perseverance and positive thinking. Notes from various authors including Dutch, Pope, Stevensan, Gaelic origins, and Lloyd urge forgiving mistakes, avoiding despair, and turning challenges into opportunities with faith and effort.
A humorous exchange from the Kansas City Star notes Mrs Naggers saying she married to reform her husband and the husband replying that reformers often seize power as soon as possible, likening reform to becoming a boss.
A biblical excerpt recalls a vow by a figure who refuses meat while declaring the oath must be fulfilled, citing Genesis 24 33 as the source. The passage emphasizes steadfast resolve and the ceremonial context of refusing sustenance until the promise is finished.
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