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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1929
Page
3
The Bureau of Ethnology notes frequent inquiries about buried treasures marked by stones or rock markings, but investigations find no valuables. It states Indians traditionally lacked individual or tribal wealth concepts and did not possess treasure.
An old saying quoted in E. W. Howe's Monthly urges a heir to travel the world and note how little sense governs it. The remark reflects a satirical view of worldly governance through a paternal toast to exploration.
A Cincinnati Enquirer note warns that amid slimming efforts the temperament and marital harmony may suffer. Acornfed is cited as more prone to temper than weight loss, highlighting emotional risks of dieting.
Light social trends and quirky anecdotes outline new eye gymnasium routines for office workers and the rise of wives who manage film rights. A memory sharp hat-checker recalls a year-old mix-up to illustrate city life quirks.
East Lansing experts at Michigan State college warn beekeepers that bees may rob weaker colonies. They advise securing hive entrances to aid defending bees and to handle openings quickly when weak hives must be opened.
A brief reflective line notes Buddhist teaching urging truth speaking patience and generosity to approach the gods. The quote emphasizes speaking truthfully avoiding anger and giving when asked as a path to virtue.
President Hoover presses for quick passage of the tariff bill urging action within two weeks. White House says delays threaten other legislation and urges flexible rate review to correct injustices promptly. Senate coalition and Republican leaders face pressure to move schedules to conference with the House.
In a ceremony at the National Academy of Sciences auditorium President Hoover presented Madame Curie with a $50,000 draft in silver to purchase a gram of radium. The purchase will be made by American friends and admirers.
Washington reports that the Society of Women Geographers has published its first general report on women in global exploration. Members including Harriet Chalmers Adams and Mary Hastings Bradley chronicle feats from Sumatra tiger hunts to mummy hunting in Egypt.
An old proverb-like excerpt discusses spring pruning and its effects on vines and balsam resin. It compares the craftsmanship of the husbandman to an Arabian shepherd shaping growth. The piece uses classical imagery to reflect labor and cultivation.
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