Village board weighs bridge costs and fire equipment in regular session
The Riverdale Board met in regular session last Tuesday with Trustee Frank Stiemann absent on business. A supplemental April annual statement was approved for publication as required by law. The group discussed Halsted street bridge repairs estimated at 1413.50 and possible financial help from manufacturers. The board considered oiling 138th street and disposing of the village fire horse while eyeing a new fire engine. Committees and appointments were announced for Finance Judiciary Drainage Streets and Alleys Sidewalks Light Police Health Buildings Public Grounds Appropriation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Riverdale Board
Frank Stiemann
Flint Finance
A. C Reich
Sellin
Lotz
Halsted Street
Hersey
Engle
Halsted Street Bridge
Flick
Unruh
Pinta Council K. of C
Village Hall
Highlawn
Messrs
Scholl
Hatermark
Cullen and Wells
Diehl
Wendland
Gool
Koehler
W. C. Zesch
188Th Street
138Th Street
Illinois Central R. A
Pennsylvania
Screet and Alley
Niemeyer
Brandt
Stiemann
City appoints police officers for the year
The president named the following police officers for the ensuing year: William Rampke Sr, Henry Strosinski, Bert Hawes, Ben Wells, Frank Simnick, Louis Kollwitz, Harry Sellin, Edward Schell, Edward Ripley, Edward J. Schulte, Emil Matz, Louis E. Reich, Chas Krause, Emil Schultz, John Collett, William C. Boyens, William R. Lawless.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lotz
Stiemann
Sellin
Unruh
Diehl
William Rampke, Sr
Henry Strosinski
Bert Hawes
Ben Wells
Frank Simnick
Louis Kollwitz
Harry Sellin
Edward Schell
Edward Ripley
Edward J. Schulte
Emil Matz
Louis E. Reich
Chas. Krause
Emil Schultz
John Collett
William C. Boyens
William R. Lawless
Harvey Postmaster Praised for Efficient Parcel Delivery
The Harvey post office under Postmaster J J O Rourke received national praise as the First Assistant Postmaster General noted, in a Washington dispatch via the Associated Press, that Harvey handled the most packages at the lowest cost among all U S post offices. The compliment reflects well on his staff and encourages citizens to seek higher pay for postal workers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. J. O’rourke
Harvey
Associated Press
Washington
O’rourke
United States
O'Rourke
Dalton couple applies for marriage license in Chicago Tribune
This morning's Chicago Tribune shows Henry Albrecht and Dorothy Bowman from Dalton posing with Judge Johnston after applying for a marriage license. They plan to wed June 1. The Pointer offers congratulations and notes they were schoolmates who grew up together before Henry's wartime service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago Tribune
Dalton
Henry Albrecht
Dorothy Bowman
Judge Johnston
Henry
Health Clinic to Visit Dalton on June 1
The Cook County Health Clinic arrives in Dalton next Tuesday June 1 offering free services for sick children. Tuberculosis diagnosis and treatment guidance will be provided by specialists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cook County
Dalton
Asing
Memorial Day Bus Service to Oakland Cemetery
A Memorial Day bus line will operate from the end of the street car line Dol on to Oakland cemetery Monday, May 21. Fare 25 cents one way, 50 cents round trip. Buses will depart as soon as loaded. Twin City Garage.
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Dolon
Oakland Cemetery
Twin City Garage
Riverdale School Notes Festival and Sports Report
Riverdale notes announce a School Festival at Thornton on June 8 and invite attendance. directions include taking the 8 53 a m train from Dolton C E I station with 8 cent fares and 10 ride tickets for $1 21. sports recap shows Bowen team at 3 2 record and local games vs Hazel Crest 9 9 5 loss and St Marys 8 5 win.
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Thornton
Dolton
Hazel Crest
St. Mary’s
Bowen
Mrs Herman Gardner Passes After Long Illness
Mrs Herman Gardner wife of Gardner's Park owner died Tuesday after a lingering illness. She lay in state Thursday May 20 at her home 128 East 123rd Street with Rev Way of St Stephen's M E church officiating. Burial followed at Mt Greenwood. She leaves her husband and son Harvey a veteran of the great war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herman Gardner
Gardner’s Park
East 123Rd Street
Rev. Way
St. Stephen’s M. E. Church
Mt. Greenwood
Harvey
Gardner
Local events note Decoration Day closures and community gatherings
The village observes Decoration Day with banks closed all day. Yardmen discuss wage demands at a Dolton hall meeting. Woodmen parade proceeds with Dalton Concert Band. local camp adds members and aims for fifty. Various residents attend events, visits, and family news throughout Riverdale and surrounding towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yardmen’s Association
Dolton
Dalton
Oakglen
Harvey
Chicago Heights
Govier Colts Face Mimic A C and Dellwood A C Next Sunday
Govier Colts book two Sunday games at 119th street and Indiana avenue for 2 30 p m. against Mimic A C from Logan Square and Dellwood A C from Grand Crossing on Decoration Day. Mimic A C is a top north side club with a large following and strong backing. Dellwoods feature former semi pro and amateur players well known to local fans. Colts aim to win both games with strong rooting support.
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Govier
Mimic
A. C
Logan Square
Dellwood A. C
Grand Crossing
119Th Street
Indiana Avenue
Mimic A. C
Dellwoods
Govners
Whitman Barnes
Gunthers
Henry Michalski
Raven A. C
West Pullman A. C
Thornton Wins West Section Baseball Title In 4 1 Victory
Division 6 schools wrapped up a strong baseball season with Thornton defeating Glenwood 4 to 1 in the final at Thornton Township high school grounds Harvey. Hazelcrest and Glenwood tied for west lead while Thornton and West Hammond led east. County officials plan to promote organized play countywide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
East
Burnham
West Hammond
Lansing
Thornton
Riverdale
Calumet
Hazelcrest
Matteson
Glenwood
Cottage Grove
Thornton Township
Harvey
Hazel Crest
Country Life
Memorial Day Parade and Services Planned
Memorial Day events will be held Monday after Sunday observances. The Spencer Corps W R C leads efforts with American Legion and World War veterans to honor fallen soldiers. Parade forms at Village hall Riverdale at 1 30 P M with Band Grand Army Soldiers of the World War Boy Scouts Woman's Relief Corps and school children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Army, American Legion
Boy Scouts and
Patriotic Citizens
Village Hall
Riverdale
Spencer Corps
American Legion
World War
Grand Army of the Republic
Grand Army Soldiers of the
World War Boy Scouts Woman’s Relief Corps
Rev
Finck
Sherder
Albritton
America
Memorial Day assistance sought by G. W. Spencer Corps
The members of G. W. Spencer Corps request help with their automobile on Memorial Day. Mrs. F. E. Schmidt signs the notice expressing gratitude in advance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. W. Spencer Corps
F. E. Schmidt
Lincoln Avenue School Entertainment Draws Strong Attendance
Primary grade pupils performed to a packed school auditorium on Thursday evening, with enthusiasm high. Upper grade pupils are to present tonight, and expected turnout suggests another full house. Proceeds support the Library Fund.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln Avenue
Wanted Girls and Women for Light Inside Work
Help wanted advertisement from Black Products Co listing pay and location at 1851 Street and Calu Met Avenue Riverdale. It invites girls and women for light indoor work with good pay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Black Products CO
Calumet Avenue
Riverdale
Open Your Eyes shown at Dalton theatre June 4
An adv announces a seven reel presentation of Open Your Eyes at the Dalton theatre on Friday June 4, a dramatic expose of youth and disillusionment with a strong warning against medical quacks. It targets all ages but bans under sixteen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dalton Theatre
New York
Manager Secures Pair of Pitchers for Upcoming Battle
Manager Macina signs Paul Fiske formerly of Govier and Anderson and pairs him with Bruno Badek to form a strong pitching duo for the team.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Macina
Paul Fiske
Govier
Anderson
Bruno Badek
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Chicago Street
Operative Society of America
Mamie O’connor
Dixon, Llt
Ladies’ Aid
St. Paul’s Church
S. N. Munson
Portland
Oregon
Obeldobel
Munson
Board of Trade
Hales-Edwards
Vislender
Sweden
Europe
W.S. Waddell
Leone W. Waddell
Rose Custer Armstrong
R. N
Cook County Town and Country Nursing Service
Parents Teachers Association
Havelock School
Frank Michalski
North Harvey
The
Whiting Co
John Burch
Jim
John Ladwig
Frank
Detroit
Ladwig
Johnny
Mary Powell
St. Francis Hospital
Blue Island
Henry Zirbel
Leyden Avenue
Alex Steinhauer
al Bowman
St. Dernard’s Hospital
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Liberty Boys
Liberty
Woods
Struven
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Cf Kay
Schurock
Bessette
Rf Schlinger
Simnick
P. Sellin
Mose Crutch
C. & Ell RR
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