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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1928
Page
3
John W. Jaranowski runs as Republican for Cook County Recorder of Deeds. He cites hometown roots, public service as County Commissioner, support for civil service, cost saving, office consolidation, efficiency and lower taxes, and pledges honest administration and 100 cents on the dollar for taxpayers.
The rough limestone on the Great Pyramid surface is believed to have been covered by a marble casing. Stones likely began to be removed around 1000 AD for refurbishment at Cuiro.
Common beeswax formed the basis of early sealing wax mixed with earthy materials for consistency. The Venetians introduced Indian sealing wax to Europe, where the wax from shellac colored with vermilion or other pigments proved superior to other materials.
A reflection on peace linking courage to peace of mind. The text argues fear blocks inner and world peace, while overcoming fear enables true calm and harmony.
Historical authorities debate who bore King David, with many supposing a Moabite origin. The hypothesis centers on David sheltering his parents with Moabite royal protection during a period of pressure.
A brief item notes a boy baby winning the prize at a baby show prompting a later remark that girl babies may win other prizes, including the boy prize after a while, reflecting a quip from the Cincinnati Enquirer.
William J. Stratton says he will seek no appropriations beyond the legitimate maintenance of the Secretary of State office. He promises to cut public expenditures, reduce taxes, and accept only the legal salary, dedicating his time to the department’s proper functioning.
T. Arthur Simpson of Lake County praises William J. Stratton for his support of education and recreation as Director of Conservation and urges voters to elect him Secretary of State. The endorsement emphasizes Stratton’s impact on mental and physical development of children and calls for cross party support.
Premier Poincare, speaking to 700 Normandy majors in Caen, asserted France will insist Germany pays its debts and reconstruction costs. He warned postwar questions, including reparations and war debts, may be settled within six months and reaffirmed France’s resolve to honor commitments under the Dawes plan.
The Pennsylvania Railroad and Transcontinental Air Transport Inc will operate a 48 hour coast to coast air mail service opening next spring. Ford will deliver ten tri motor planes by February 1, 1929 in a purchase worth about 800000 dollars. Col. Charles A. Lindbergh and the technical committee chose the tri motor planes after studies since July 1.
Lord Kylsant of Royal Mail and White Star Lines says the 1000 foot 60,000 ton liner under construction in Belfast will be propelled by electric power and cost 80 million dollars. Completion is expected in 1981.
Walter Heath a South Ferriby farmer his wife and seven year old son died in a blaze that consumed their Edmonton Alabama home leaving investigators to determine the cause as neighbors aided in the frantic effort to rescue them.
Tampa musician Samuel F. Crowther finished a 100 hour piano marathon in Tampax to claim the world championship, setting a record for endurance on the keyboard.
Workers in Lodz Poland end a textile strike after accepting a general 5 percent wage increase with partial payment for the strike period.
Mexico announces a government order for 50 military airplanes to be built at the Mexican airplane factory in Tijuana Lower California.
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