Film Warns of Rail Yard Dangers Shown to Schools
Railroads promote a 30 minute film The Long Way Home From School to educate youths and parents about dangers of railroad yards and tampering with equipment. Critics note parental objections but authorities say joint viewing reduces incidents. Availability via Illinois Central and Indiana Harbor Belt lines with group screenings and advance requests.
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Illinois Central
Indiana Harbor Belt Railroads
Teamsters Fight Rail and Truck Rates in Public Debate
A Teamsters led plea argues Congress should stop rate curbs on freight for autos. James Hoffa is quoted praising lower rail car hauls while criticizing higher truck costs. The piece promotes public savings and urges readers to contact lawmakers about bill S 1197. It cites $260 million in Illinois Central improvements as a basis for lower rates.
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The
Teamsters
Teamster Magazine
America
Congress
Illinois Central
The Editor As A Link With The Community
A detailed look at news photography and layout practices in The POINTER. The article explains how halftone processes reproduce images, the role of photographers and editors, and how spot news drives rushes to press. It emphasizes community ties, equal coverage, and the goal of pictorial storytelling.
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Sandridge Tots Prepare for Sandridge Kindergarten
The Sandridge Methodist Church plans a September start for a new kindergarten to fit local need. Tuition is 13 dollars per month for nonmembers, and all children entering first grade in September 1952 are eligible. Registration is Monday morning June 5 from 9 40 to 12 at the church at Lincoln and Sib ley in Dalton with a 5 dollar fee. Only member families may register early. Mrs David Pedric chairs the committee.
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Sandridge
David Pedric
Larceny From Car in Riverdale Totals 28 Dollars
A theft report from Riverdale shows two Welcome baskets and two pairs of brown sandals stolen from a car owned by George E. Propper of 14432 Edbrook Riverdale. Police record the total loss at 28 dollars. Gratitude 1 a duty which none have a right to expect. -Roussea.
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George E. Propper
Edbrooke
Riverdale
Roussea
Stolen hub caps from Dolton car on Minerva
Dolton Police report four wheel disc hub caps stolen from a car owned by the Stinnett family at 14434 Minerva in Dolton. The vehicle was parked in front of the home when the larceny occurred.
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Stinnett
Minerva
Dolton
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