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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1961
Page
2
Community leader Mr Kallem discusses a Protestant juvenile court youth effort in Chicago guiding 46 delinquent boys at home. He urges teens be mentored before trouble, stressing service to others and spiritual goals over materialism. He chairs Hollenbeck Kallem Co in Riverdale and teaches at Glen Ellyn Covenant Church.
An 11 year old, Jude Clendenen, died after a blank cartridge wad penetrated his back near the spine. An inquest ruled accidental death. a mass was held at St Felicitas and interment followed at Holy Sepulchre. Mary Avis Clendenen, his sister, mourns as school resumes without him.
The Cub Scouts of Pacesetter Gardens host a roller skating party on December 4 from 7 to 9 pm at Art's Roller Rink located at 349 E 147th Street. Donations of 75 cents fund camping gear. Transportation will be provided. contact Bob Tucker-Vi 1-1257 or Jim Farnes VI 1-1674.
Walker, Republican state representative for the First District, was elected vice-chairman at Springfield on November 13. He serves as village attorney for Lansing and has represented Dixmoor, Calumet Park, Thornton Township, La Oak Park District and Cook County School Districts No. 158 and 171. Senator Cronin of Chicago was elected chairman and Mayor John Noel of Mundelein was elected vice-chairman. The 12 member Municipal Problems Commission will hold biennial meetings across the state to tackle issues facing municipal officials.
Dolton Police report recovering several bicycles at the station awaiting owners to claim them. Those who lost or had bikes stolen should visit the police station between 9 a.m. and 12 noon on Saturday in November to reclaim, with proper identification.
Redeemer Lutheran Church ALCW will meet on Tuesday November 28 at 7 p.m. at 651 East 166th Street. Mrs. Oscar Rasmussen, a well known speaker, will review the book The Lovely Ambition. Rasmussen has spoken to many Chicago area organizations. Mrs. David Fleischman is program chairman.
An open meeting is set for Friday November 24 at 8 p.m. in the Roosevelt School all purpose room. Mr Needles of the Dalton Park Board and Town and Country Property Owners members plus other interested residents will attend to decide the park location for the Town and Country area.
Dalton police have received numerous complaints from School District 149 about dog owners letting their pets roam freely on the Berger School grounds.
Residents complain of unsanitary playground area created by dog waste. Police urge dog owners to keep animals on a leash to protect children and maintain public safety.
Public service note urging shoppers to mail early and apply Christmas Seals to all letters and packages to ensure timely delivery and holiday support. The call emphasizes early action and sealing items for efficient postal handling.
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