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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1944
Page
2
Dolton and nearby towns share a busy social calendar with dinners, confirmations, weddings, and fundraisers. Parents host gatherings for soldiers and relatives while churches announce luncheons and rummage sales. Local servicemen, graduates, and travelers are highlighted along with community clubs and school activities.
Local notice invites volunteers to contribute rummage items and asks for contact with phone numbers Dol. 1431, 1558, or 667-M. Community participation is requested to support a fundraising effort.
Phyllis Gene Henricks married Edwin Brooker Jr in a six o'clock Thursday ceremony at Immanuel Evangelical and Reformed church Dalton. The couple plans a short Indiana honeymoon while Brooker returns to duty and Mrs Brooker resides with her parents.
The Spencer W R C and G A R group held a Friday May 19 meeting with Mrs. Bonnie Bender presiding. Anna Beck was reinstated and three new members joined. A note thanked the head nurse at Hines hospital for wind breakers. A June 2 sewing meeting is planned with 10:30 a.m. arrival and lunch. luncheon served by three members. Memorial service set for May 28 at Our Savior's church. A Memorial Day parade march is encouraged at 1:30 p.m. from Riverdale village hall. A Bowman dairy tour is mentioned.
On June 7 a welcome gathering for all ladies is planned with a 40 person minimum. Tickets cost 40c and are sold by members. The 11:55 streetcar from 187th Street will be used. An apology is issued for missing the Honor Roll dedication services in Dalton on Mothers Day May 14 due to a late notification and prior plans. organizers hope for future turnout.
Soldiers overseas receive cereals packed in specially treated boxes. After removing the top, milk and sugar are poured on the cereal and the box is used as a saucer.
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