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Riverdale Pointer in Riverdale, Illinois

07 Jul 1938

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Riverdale Pointer

Location

Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jul 07, 1938

Page

2

Local Families Share Fourth of July and Weekend Outings

Community notices list numerous Dalton and Dolton residents visiting lakes in Indiana Michigan Illinois. Birth announcements include a ten pound boy at Ingalls Memorial Harvey and a son born June 26 to Mr. and Mrs. Frank Beck.

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Paul Smith Grant Street Dalton Ingalls Memorial Hospital Harvey Willard Madloux Dave Kasha Riverdale Flint Lake Ind Ben Reitz Ralph Barnes Roseland Long Lake William Reitz Fred Dinges Henry Reitz Berrien Springs Mich Frank Schaafsma Starved Rock Anna Katherine Kurz Indiana Avenue Frank Beck Millicent Dreck Marjomlee Hampton Frank Thompson Dolton H. G. Weiss Junior Edbrooke Avenue Louisville Tell City Richard Schnoor Mary Margaret J. Moomaw George H. W. Schnoor Clarence Bohl Betty Chicago Street Menomonie River Wisconsin N. P. Lorenzen Harriet Donald Katherine Waterman William Reaugh Billy Wm. Lenover Danville Otto Lenover Emerald Avenue Helen Schner Chicago Perrin Hall Delores Neath John Tourtellotte N. M. Tourtellotte East 138Th Street Mills Tourtalotte Camp Waters Potawatom Council Dean Wright Lima Ohio Elby M. Wahmhoff Fred Treftz Benton Harbor Wm. Baker Altamont Ill W. S. Waddell Walter Albrecht Mamie Albrecht Harold Packard Dawn Packard Iroquois Indiana Henry Fritsche Shepard Drive Turvey Wm. Rose Hudson Lake Robert Hanschmann Fred Wauwautosa Wisc Duluth Minn Fred Hanschmann R. Hanschmann Victor May Morris, Ill Edward Lotz G. P. Lane Reeves A. Lussenhop T. L. Meeder Patricia Meeder Dayton Shirley Meeder Thurel Meeder George Wine Rock Creek Ida Lois Ann Fairhope Ala Robert Haney Cable Donald Crocker Hi-league Lake Geneva Betty Reasor Dorothy Zilzberger Ruth Zulzberger Frances Zilzberger Marian Norton Bettajean Nairn Mary Louise McGowan Shirley Albrecht Marguerita Pfotenhauer Edna Smith Mary Frances Schmeidl Charlotte Meyers August Krueger Rosstedt Fred Wittroch E. Heimsoth Wesse A. Pierson Ruth Alta G. Heimsoth E. Chessir Nancy Lou Homewood Otto Lentz Kenneth Lentz Beecher Florence Wagner Josephine Kumorouski Delavan Lake Wis Henry Miller Justin Berschinski Fred Rampke Minnesota John McCloskey Culver
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Lapping the Field in Life Insurance Totals

Americans stand far ahead of every country in life insurance per capita. The article notes the United States leads in total in force, with ordinary policies from one to ten thousand dollars forming the bulk of roughly 120 million dollars in coverage. It argues that average citizens, not the rich, dominate the growth and security provided by life insurance.

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United States Poheles
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Richmond's Seven Hills Earns Title as Modern Rome

Richmond Virginia earns the nickname Modern Rome for its hilly terrain and historic streets. The description notes the city occupies seven hills and has architectural and cultural features reminiscent of Rome. Local historians cite continuity of public spaces and early planning as contributing factors.

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Richmond Rome
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First Airplane Factory Established in France

The Voisin brothers opened the first airplane factory in France signaling a milestone in aviation history. Their workshop marks the birth of a dedicated production site for aircraft components and complete machines, accelerating early flight development.

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France Voisin Brothers
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Ivanhoe Briefs Highlight Local Visits and Fireworks

Mrs K Putnam entertains her sister from Freeport Illinois. J F Grindell spends weekend with the Myles family. Grindell and children vacationing in Michigan. Rose Davis enjoys a vacation. Krome family vacations in Claytonville. Foster Court hosts Larson guests on the Fourth. Burt family moves to 142nd Street. Ivanhoe lights up with fireworks displays on the Fourth.

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K. Putnam Freeport, Ill J. F. Grindell L. D. Myles Michigan Rose Davis F. P. Krome and Claytonville Foster Court Larson Burt 142Nd Street Ivanhoe
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Be Your Own Fire Preventer

Advise is given on simple steps to prevent house fires by identifying hazards, proper storage of flammable liquids, cleaning and organizing spaces, and quick professional repairs. Emphasizes that a few minutes weekly can save homes and lives.

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Applications Open For 1934 Tax Refunds In Cook County

Assistant State's Attorney Marshall Kearney leads partial refunds directed by County Judge Edmund Jarecki. June 15 start, processing up to 5,000 daily with no deadline set. Real estate outside Chicago to receive 7 cents per 100 assessed value. Chicago real estate 4.4 cents per 100 of 1934 taxes. Applicants bring receipted tax bills to the county building fifth floor for entry and verification. refunds mailed about two months after filing.

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Marshall Kearney Edmund K. Jarecki Accent Cook County Chicago Jarecki Kearney
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George III Warned by His Mother About Royal Title

George III, who ascended the British throne in 1760, was cautioned by his mother about the title he would bear. The source notes her telling him the phrase George the King as part of the royal guidance.

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George EE George III George King
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Ammonia By-Product From Coal Gas Production

Ammonia is obtained on a commercial scale as a by product when coal gas is made.

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Best Looking Portrait Stamp William Penn Design Noted

Collectors consider the William Penn portrait stamp as the best looking US issued portrait stamp. The design highlights the historic Penn image and has become a favorite among philatelists.

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William Penn United States
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University of Pavia Founded in 825

The University of Pavia in Italy traces its origins to the year 825. Early records note its long-standing scholarly tradition and role as a center of learning in medieval Europe.

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University of Pavia Italy
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Men in Stylish New Clothes Impress onlookers

The men appear imposing in their stylish new attire while the girls hope to pose with similar polish.

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Cash Income Route Offered by National Vendors

Job ad seeks a reliable person to handle a distribution route in Dalton Riverdale and South Holland for legitimate 5c Package Merchandise Vendors. No selling experience needed. Full or part time work with earnings up to 40 dollars weekly based on expansion. Requires 350 dollars. Respond with phone number and cash available. Include Box number .99 care of The Pointer Dolton Ml.

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Dalton Riverdale South Holland Dolton
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Broadway Limited to run 16 hours between New York and Chicago

The Broadway Limited will debut in a fully streamlined form on the Pennsylvania Railroad between New York and Chicago reducing travel time to 16 hours. Electric traction runs New York to Harrisburg with steam to Chicago, and the Edward Budd dining car features a club-like lounge, color-rich interior, and a modern stainless kitchen for rapid service.

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NEW Broadway Limited Pennsylvania New York Chicago Harrisburg Edward G. Budd Manufacturing Company Philadelphia
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