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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1922
Page
2
Washington reports full House approval of a 1 million dollar flood relief bill for the Mississippi valley. other items include immigration extension to mid 1925, possible Mellon resignation rumors, Dawes denial, and a commerce survey showing higher production and prices.
The Detroit Tigers were defeated 2 to 0 as Charles Robertson pitched a perfect game in Detroit Michigan. Only seven men faced the White Sox ace, and no Tiger Batter reached base.
Personal Major General James W. McAndrews former chief of staff of the American expeditionary forces dies in Washington after an illness of over two years. Former French president Paul Deschanel dies in Paris.
Judge Nolmes in Jackson Mississippi dropped a $100 000 damage suit by Frances Birchard against Governor Russell for seduction due to lack of jurisdiction. The case followed a prior filing against the governor in the state capital.
A Paris dispatch quotes Aga Khan warning of a simmering foreign revolution in India and a major clash reported in Thurles Ireland. Protests, street fighting, and Protestant flight described amid widespread unrest. Separately, Turkish Angora treaty with Italy stirs Near East at Genoa.
Deadly incidents, political shifts, and economic debates fill the Illinois roundup. Notable items include the deaths of John M. Hart and Dr. Herbert Robarts, resignations in Galesburg, tax cases involving Pullman, flood relief appeals, court actions on Greek settlement, and milestones in highway and rail planning across multiple counties.
The article argues that rising crop profits rely on maximizing output and adopting better soil, moisture, and production practices. It suggests moving to cheaper lands such as Western Canada or adjusting to lower-priced lands to lower costs while maintaining fertility and yields, urging farmers to study and apply improved methods. It notes a Canadian government contact for information.
Eruptions in Chile attributed to Caulle and Rinebua during December. Violent earthquakes followed as deep crevices formed and steam poured from the mountain sides. Enormous damage grazed Argentine lands for 30 leagues, with lands blanketed by ash and cinders sweeping into Argentina and reaching toward the Atlantic Ocean.
A prisoner testifies during cross examination about dining at the Hotel Metro. When asked what he ate he replies beefsteak on a plate, prompting the judge to question the oath and respond with a terse remark.
A short-minded quotation from Olive Wendell Holmes highlights virtues of a sporting man: to brag little show well pay up toe up and shut up if beaten. The lines praise restraint fairness and dignity in sports competition.
When a man faces trouble he rarely keeps his composure, and his temper often betrays him in difficult moments.
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