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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1929
Page
4
A weekly Dalton Illinois publication edits for civic tone chiding careless drivers and public behavior. The note humorously critiques indifference to churchgoing, fuel costs, garden work schedules, and parking rights, urging courtesy on roads and sidewalks.
Resolutions by the National Association of Boot and Shoe Manufacturers condemn commercial bribery including commissions rebates or lavish entertainment. The public interest lies in selling goods on merit rather than tips to buyers, as true quality will win in the long run.
A reflective column recalls childhood chores in country homes the annual garden weeding task. The writer contrasts backache and sweet cookies from women with the sense that effort seems to yield little lasting change. The piece hints at missing training from never weeded.
The phrase describes how a stubborn iron in his soul strengthens resolve for difficult work. It suggests inner steel aids him through challenging tasks and career obstacles with steady focus and resilience.
Ninety five percent of auto thefts come from owners leaving cars unlocked, according to the Automobile Club of Southern California theft bureau. Police warn the public to lock cars when exposed to theft as crooks lurk around unattended vehicles.
Mrs Chauncey Depew donates 120000 to George Washington University to establish a public speaking department honoring her husband famed for oratory. The piece urges colleges and high schools to adopt strong public speaking programs to help brainy young men express ideas and persuade audiences.
Federal figures for year ended June 30, 1929 show Illinois rising from third to second in income tax paid. The state has 14,149 public school houses and Warren county hosts the only county-operated library. Early missions were begun by La Salle and Father Hennepin in 1680. Three-fourths of Illinois streams flow into the Mississippi, and 82 percent of homes are wired for electricity.
An American traveler recounts a China journey where an aging electric train halted twice for a cow on the track. The Chinese conductor explains the same cow caused both delays, highlighting a humorous clash of technology and rural disruption.
Chicago and Western Indiana railroad must elevate tracks on its Dalton branch within the area bounded by 111th street Stewart avenue Michizan avenue and Lié6th street or the city will perform the work and bill the railroad. Commissioner Richard W Wolfe issued the ultimatum noting repeated demands have been ignored by the railroad and local property owners demand action.
Fragmented notes describe items mixed from various sources with no clear ownership. A hospital death follows a stabbing at St Hospital in Long Island City, while a barometer joke and marital misunderstandings appear in dialogue. The collation blends diverse snippets without a single coherent event or outcome.
A humorous collage of quotes and lines depicts self centered views and social foibles. It includes reflections on selfishness hypocrisy cooperation and pride with brief exchanges about townspeople critics and a comical trout anecdote.
A quote extols labor as life and the worker’s God given force rising from the heart. It claims sacred life essence, awakening nobleness, knowledge, self knowledge, and much else once work begins.
A humorous Carmelized observation from the Cincinnati Enquirer notes a boy who longs to grow up to escape his mother and finds himself yoked to a wife who constantly nags him with spinach at the table.
Preparations for the Illinois State Fair August 17 to 24 are advancing in 1929 style with high expectations for attendance and exhibits. Scores of workmen repair buildings and spruce up the grounds while new conveniences are added to improve the overall show.
A concise motivational line contrasts fear of starting with quitting, urging action and establishing resolve. It frames effort over hesitation as the key to progress and success.
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