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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1938
Page
4
The British government abandons faith in the League of Nations as a force to end war. Dictators of Germany and Italy push for peace settlements, revealing the dream of a warless world as fragile and dependent on nations choosing justice and harmony.
An English authority compares youth ambitions across eras, noting boys once craved sea life frontier adventures and railroad work. Today wanderlust persists as jobs are scarce, yet youths should aim for steady effort, exceptional ability, and merit to rise, not luck or favoritism.
A Chicago beauty expert laments diminished blush in modern girls. She explains blushing once signified modesty and beauty as blood rushed to the face after improper remarks or actions. Now restraint declines, altering appearance and social expectations across generations.
Newspapers and Drunken Driving Problem emphasizes that newspapers can shape public opinion to curb drunk driving. It cites rising alcohol related accidents, cites state surveys showing liquor as a factor in many fatal or major injury crashes, and urges intensified local law enforcement and public campaigning to deter drunken driving.
Philadelphia mayor says the Liberty Bell will remain in place and will not be moved to expositions again due to its severe crack. The piece reflects on past exhibitions and cautions that nations may abandon liberty, contrasting with American values.
The National Safety Council aims to expand its educational reach from about 10 cities to 150 and beyond. It advocates three policy lines: school safety instruction, compulsory driver education after accidents, and public demand that reckless drivers be removed until they reform.
Unmarried women under 25 in Germany face a proposal requiring a one year stint in farm or household work before entering public or private service. The plan aims to ease labor shortages, but critics fear strong modern women will resist such mandates. The piece notes marriage could affect domestic expectations and comments on nations' peace beliefs until conflict arises.
The Public Service Company of Northern Illinois trims annual bills by more than 720000 for about 95 percent of its 250000 residential customers. The Illinois Commerce Commission led by James M. Slateery approved the change, effective on May 1 meter readings, as part of Gov Horner era rate reforms reducing overall utility costs across Illinois.
Eleven new men enrolled at the Scoutleaders Training course at Lowell school Harvey on Saturday March 5 bringing total enrollment to 54. I R Jogenson Chicago demonstrated handiwork and leadercraft and Parel discussions on planning an overnight trip and teaching scouting. Robert Ureh Troop 7 Chicago gave an Indian lore program with dances and folklore. Final session planned for Joliet cabin March 12 and 13 with instruction in tracking nature study crafts napwmpiring and dramatics. Harold G Bolz invites more men and leaders to attend.
A discussion notes a push for rural road funding and more college or girls' schooling. It mentions Illinois politics with a two thirds Senate rule and Pennsylvania norms on domestic influence, framing a broader call for mobility and education for the younger generation.
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