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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1929
Page
3
A witty line from the Old Crab mocks the idea of sustained flight without refueling, claiming the real record belongs to the janitor of their apartment building. The remark highlights humor about improbable feats and everyday figures.
A reflective note warns that rushing causes errors and erodes the time saved by quick actions. It emphasizes the paradox of hurried effort leading to missteps and longer explanations to fix them.
The Senate contends with Andrew W. Mellon’s fitness for secretary of the treasury as Judiciary committee reports split. Steiner finds no conflict with stock holdings by Mellon, Norris says stock ownership violates the statute, Borah prepares a third view arguing stock is not a violation and calls for statute modification to fit modern business.
Plans drawn for a giant Berlin cinema touted as Europe’s biggest theater with the latest sound equipment and modern amenities. The project aims to attract international releases and draw large crowds to the German capital.
Graf Zeppelin to embark on its second transatlantic voyage from Friedrichshafen with mail and passengers, announced for May 15.
The Missouri House of Representatives killed a bill to repeal the 1923 Liquor Control Law. The measure was indefinitely postponed, ending its chances this session.
Final Special Assessment notice from the Village of Dolton to all interested, about the cost of constructing a cast iron water main system on Michigan City Road and other streets. The hearing to verify the certificate and bonds is scheduled for May 27, 1929 at 10 a.m. in Cook County Court. Interested parties may file objections before the date and present defenses. May 10, 1929. WM. G. Dolton, Secretary Board of Local Improvements. May 10-17.
Berlin and Paris react to Owen Young's reparations proposal as German leaders denounce the Dawes plan and call for relief. In Koenigsberg and Herford steel helmeters rally while railroad workers threaten a general strike. Paris reports a shifting mood as France and Belgium weigh concessions in the conference.
Mahogany trees often grow scattered among other species rather than forming pure stands. This pattern presents diverse forest composition and varies with site conditions and silvicultural history.
Geneva reports a planned meeting of naval experts from Britain United States Japan France and Italy near Washington. Delegates expect face to face talks to refine American ideas on fleet strength by equivalent tonnage and to draft a broader armament reduction treaty linked to the League of Nations.
The piece notes luck favors the man with a conscience and obedience to it. It emphasizes a restless quest to find one’s place and willingness to undertake the work required. The tone urges vigor and generosity in service.
The report notes three fourths of explosives go to mining and adds that the remaining quarter accounts for Unelee tons with casualties implied.
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