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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1932
Page
5
John G. Thul urges regular Tuesday night gatherings and dues payment by March 29. He notes rumors about chaplain Oscar Reichs marriage, boosts for Post Commander Carl Maurer, and wishes speedy recovery for LeRoy Holmes after a March 13 car accident.
The second in a series of mothers parties was held at Mrs. Fergu Fike’s home for third grade mothers and teachers. The topic was The Nervous Child. Poor weather reduced attendance. admission is 10 cents with refreshments available. April 13 dates a talent showcase titled a bit of foolishness now and then is relished by the best of them.
The Washington P T A will hold its regular meeting on Thursday April 14 with Dr Kollar president of the Board of Education addressing The Summer Round-Up of the Children The program notes doctors and dentists assist by examining children and correcting defects before kindergarten or first grade entry The notice urges avoiding handicaps by treating glasses and diseased teeth and invites participation at the meeting
Harvey Lodge Elks held a stag party last Saturday at A. O. U. W. Hall with about 150 invited guests. Louie Reich was head chef, Leonard Diehl assistant, refreshments were well received, Emerson Claussen attended as Chic Sale and delivered his lecture on The Specialist. Installation of officers set for April 6.
Three Link Notes announce Regular meeting Friday and second degree rehearsal. Harmony-Doldale night Thursday March 31st at Blue Island for third degree. All star boxing show April 1st at Ashland auditorium sponsored by Odd Fellows Service Bureau of Cook County. Eight star bouts under ISA C and Central AAU. tickets via secretary. few good seats left. Dolton lodge reports staples and Win Dolton back after illness. Doldale meets every Friday. all Odd Fellows welcome.
St Luke's of Riverdale rallied late to force overtime with Holy Family West Side champions after a 28 all tie. West Siders edged them 3 points in OT. Easter break follows. resume April 3 at St Mels gym with opponent TBD as bids for the C O F league title continue.
Mohawk Athletic Club schedules a 1 30 p m Sunday workout weather permitting. All former players recruits and coaches are invited with gloves. The club has added several new players expected to strengthen the squad this season.
Village election to be held Tuesday April 19 1932 at Riverdale village hall Cook county Illinois for one clerk and three village trustees two year term. Polls open 6 am close 5 pm. Notice dated March 5 1982 signed George L Kofinler village clerk.
A handkerchief claimed to be over a century old is owned by Miss Anne Noble of Selma. It reportedly belonged to her great grandmother Anne Stephens, who married in 1825 and came from Scotland. Sol Topping of Belhaven once claimed the state’s oldest handkerchief. he is sixty three.
A frightened boy drops peaches when two green eyes appear at the garden gate. Father lights a lantern and Toby the black kitten jumps from the vines to restore laughter as the family investigates. The first and second graders prepare a toy orchestra and March 1st circus band rehearsal.
District 148 voters cast ballots on Saturday April 9 1932 to elect one President and two Board of Education members. Precincts 1 2 and 3 designate polling places Lincoln Avenue Chicago Street High lawn schools with polling hours 12 PM to 7 PM. Notices issued by J A Kollar president and W N Stanley secretary.
Flower Show April 1 to April 9 at Navy Pier showcases more than 2006 exhibits across three acres of floor space. The Garden Club of Illinois and State Federation fund and run the event with a decorous, artistic standard. A special preview session on opening day will host Governor and Mrs. Emmerson Mayor Cermak and city officials among others.
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