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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1938
Page
4
Early motorists lament rough detours as roads evolved under mounting traffic. Drivers endured jolts and broken springs on rough strips while road maintenance advanced. The writer counsels patience, noting progress toward a smoother system and that haste to reach nowhere causes anger even at 20 miles per hour.
The United States recently notified all debtor nations that a June 15 payment is due totaling $1.891 billion. Finland reported it would cover its $161,000 share, while no other debtor is expected to pay. Borrowers face tougher terms as lenders judge repayment history, especially for wartime financing.
A Baytown dispute described by the Council Bluffs Nonpareil centers on a woman who cannot raise flowers and a two year old grandson in the same yard. The piece laments youth restlessness and the clash with orderly home life, noting the community’s effort to keep gardens pristine while the boy seeks activity and challenge.
A Department of Agriculture survey shows girls’ clothing costs higher than boys. In families with incomes of 5000 dollars or more, daughters’ outfits cost twice as much as sons. The piece argues for options to help modestly funded girls dress well for work and social events.
As vacation time arrives many residents of Riverdale and Dalton head off for trips and return unwell. Health officials note a rise in flu like symptoms and warn travelers to monitor for fever aches and fatigue after trips.
An address at the New York state medical society challenges the claim that happiness is a right. The speaker argues parents are not justified in teaching children a guaranteed happiness and that happiness comes from personal effort, achievement, service, and philosophy rather than external forces. Those who pursue happiness most may still remain far from it.
The War Department lists 10 000 manufacturing plants to aid in war material production if needed. Authors warn it is tragic that war is possible and stress that materials and supplies pose greater challenges than manpower. They urge ongoing readiness to avoid unpreparedness like in World War I.
Forty years earlier automobiles were new and mocked by skeptics. Now Americans spend over 10 percent of national income on cars and there is one car for every five people. Worldwide the ratio is one per 161. The piece argues motors speed work and could raise civilization if the time saved were spent on public improvement and education.
The United States Civil Service Commission announces open competitive exams for Public Health nurse, graduate nurse, nurse technician, Indian Field Service including Alaska, and Assistant gardener at the Bureau of Plant Industry. Details cover salaries, age limits, education, experience, and closing dates by region.
The piece notes drivers glance for police and spot common patrol points while some obey rules closely and avoid tickets. It argues cautious drivers rarely get stopped and that officers enforce rules to protect the public.
A collage of wry sayings and dialogue covers reflections on life education manners and humor. Snappy exchanges touch on aging appearances misfits investments and everyday observations from smug politeness to punchy one liners.
Secretary of State Edward J. Hughes clarifies that half year motor vehicle licenses apply only to cars purchased after June 30, 1938. Those licensed in 1937 cannot obtain a reduced fee, and re registrations must pay full fee. Attempts to evade the law, including wash sales, will not be allowed.
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