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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1925
Page
2
A collection of humorous misreadings and misstatements from high school exam papers. The items include comical misdefinitions, misattributed quotes, and playful misunderstandings of history science and geography, reflecting students’ creative approaches to familiar topics.
The Illinois Car Co. plant at Chicago Heights shuts down leaving Indiana Harbor Fruit Growers plant as the sole operation after October 1. The industry ranks second to steel in payroll and workers, and relief depends on railroads booking repair orders, which appears unlikely.
The Legion’s last picnic drew at least 2,000 attendees and sparked talk of a massive district gathering. Commander Jno. Tetzke plans secret arrangements for a large meeting while Junior Vice Commander Vincent Zagerski hints at a surprising idea. Vice Commander B. Herren misread a purchase, ending with five gallons of gas a quart of oil and three tires. Chairman Paul Kaleta previews an August 6 regular meeting with an engaging program.
Parish officers outline a two week Fall Festival from September 10 to 20 at 154th Street and Wentworth Avenue under a large tent. Events include booths and dancing with possible athletic show by the Pullman Athletic Club. Proceeds aim to fund a new school building and auditorium.
St. Victor's Parish serving about three hundred families already has a portable church and five acres on 152nd Price Hirsch and 151st streets. An architect's drawing for a proposed school and auditorium is on display at the church as parishioners hope to raise funds at the Fall Festival to begin construction.
John Smith and John Roe were arrested Saturday morning in an alley behind State Street while loading empty beer barrels. Officers Siatti Kallas and Wiening took them to the police station. Judge Kowalski set fines of 25 dollars plus costs.
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