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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1926
Page
4
The piece surveys public policy and social habits, noting colleges plan poetry chairs while students avoid polls on prohibition. It jabs at voter turnout, youth culture, and American attitudes toward Europe and taxes, with satirical asides on gardening, sports, and lending practices.
A church social space for young people to meet potential partners is discussed with caveats. While courting at church has merit over less desirable venues, the piece warns against turning church events into petting parties and undermining religious dignity.
The excerpt ponders school closures during epidemics and the mixed reactions of children and communities. It contrasts past gleeful youth with present tolerance for absenteeism amid measles and scarlet fever outbreaks, noting evolving attitudes toward public health disruptions.
The article notes a widespread fear of the disease dubbed Nothin' Doin' as school activities halt frequently to prevent its spread. Officials urge vigilance while communities adjust routines and emphasize continuity efforts.
The piece cautions against officials who misuse public or trust funds for private gain. It argues many others stray unseen and warns that speed and showiness should not trump moral character. A slow, reliable person is better at safeguarding money than quick talkers.
Illinois ranks first among states in imported Bob White quail with ten thousand birds bought from Snake King of Brownville Texas for release within thirty days. The birds come from northern Mexico and will be released where cover and feed exist to encourage mating with native quail. The aim is healthier, larger coveys and improved sport funded by license fees rather than general taxes.
A niece recalls family humor naming relatives as fruit when a woman born Orange Grove became Aunt Orange. She asks playfully if there is an Uncle Lemon, highlighting affectionate nicknames within the clan.
Washington briefs report Rep Tl leading wet group proposes this fall district based local option votes on alcohol in elections. President Coolidge foresees continued improvement in US Mexico relations. Senator Deneen criticizes West Coast outlet delays and calls for action. Coolidge accepts a young wildcat gift for the National Zoo, with shipment direct from the Great Smoky Mountains.
Formal notice for the April 6 1926 township election in Calumet Cook County Illinois. Polls open 7am to 5pm outside Chicago and 6am to 4pm within Chicago 19th Ward Blue Island Blue Island Riverdale and surrounding districts list addresses and ward locations. Officers elected include Supervisor Clerk Assessor and Town Meeting to set taxes and budgets. Frank G Lossmann town clerk signs notice from Washington Heights.
The answer to the riddle is the whale that swallowed Jonah. The whale existed before man and was named by Adam. Whale oil provides light, and thousands gain light from its death. Mrs. F. C. Spath reports Chicago Daily News notes. Thirty-five correspondents agree the whale is the answer. The piece urges readers to aim high.
Petitions are with the Third Ward Improvement Club committee for annexing an area east of Wood Street to Ashland Avenue, between the Calumet River and Burr Oak Avenue. Ashland is slated as a major traffic artery, to be paved this spring from 119th Street to Kankakee, with widening planned throughout its Chicago length.
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