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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1938
Page
6
Early Monday June 20 a gang shattered the store window of Rinkema Bros in South Holland and stole a radio worth 100 dollars. Peter Rinkema awoke to the crash and saw two men flee in a waiting car after dropping the radio. he could not prevent the theft before the vehicle escaped. A similar break-in occurred at the same store in March 1937.
Miss Cora Haywood wed Henry Vander Vliet in a June 9 ceremony at the First Christian Reformed Church of South Holland. Attendants included cousin Gertrude Gouwens as matron of honor and bridesmaids Mrs. Robert Koster and Mrs. Clarence Ruiter. best man Arthur Smit of Chicago. A reception for about 18 followed at McKinley School with music by Willemetta Van Drunen and singers Anna and Betty Schaap.
The South Holland village board held its regular meeting at the village hall on Tuesday June 14 with all members present. Minutes were approved, reports read on finances and departments, and actions taken on street signs sewer issues and insurance class upgrades. Building permits were issued to three residents and zoning and building ordinance measures were considered. Nuisance manure piles on 157th St were ordered moved and street oiling scheduled for the week.
The drainage committee reports a blocked sewer in the subdivision being addressed. The sidewalk committee notes 4000 feet of new walk under a WPA project, expected to finish by July 1. Other committees address delinquent licenses and assessments, fireworks nuisance, and tax collections.
Rev. J. O. Bouwsma preaches on God's Love Manifested in the Sending of His Son at 9 a.m. and a sermon on Matthew 7 at 3:30 p.m. Sunday school follows at 1:30 p.m. Rev. J. S. Ter Louw leads Holland service at 9 a.m. English service at 1:30 p.m. C E meetings at 7 p.m. Intermediates Cheerfulness led by Margaret Voss and seniors Making up our minds intelligently led by Peter Shilling.
Notice to property owners renters and real estate agents to destroy Canada Thistles and comply with state law. Cooperate with the thistle commissioner to prevent seed production and spread by roots. Fines range from 4 to 200 dollars for individuals and 50 to 200 dollars for corporations. Peter Jacobs Thistle Commissioner A Florida huber Edward Dillner deputy commissioners.
Local listings advertise bakery specials 18 cents per dozen and bread deals, plus ongoing for sale items including crates, graders, scales, bags, and various used goods. Rentals include a summer cottage at Winona Lake and a furnished five room house. Also includes personal quote on speaking in public.
Ballard Tigers prepare to avenge a 24 to 8 defeat by the Runyan Lions in a Wednesday night game at Dalton Park. Pete Schur returns to the lineup, Joe Locher sharpens fielding, and pitcher Robert Schug debuts after catching rehab. lions catcher H. J. Ames strengthens protection amid rough play. manager Gene Runyan promises a wider margin of victory with Pat Sullivan officiating.
Mr and Mrs Fred Broderius Sr marked fifty years of marriage with a 5 pm dinner at Pipe o Peace Golf Club. Guests from Iowa Colorado Minnesota and nearby towns attended plus family members and witnesses from the original ceremony.
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