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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1927
Page
7
In a prairie game wrangling over decisions hindered momentum. Left-end Myers dislocated his elbow and will miss several weeks, while Right-end Huber returned a 40 yard kickoff run setting up a second TD. Red Schmutzler started at right tackle as the line shows improvement.
Waucons travel to Riverdale Park to face the Calumet Tigers of South Chicago in a 3 p m Sunday game. The Tigers are regarded as a strong matchup with key players listed for both sides and a list of reserves for each team.
The Dodgers are defeated 12 to 0 by the Thorn Midgets of Roseland in a curtain raiser at Riverdale Park. The Dodgers split their record to one win and one loss after a stubborn effort, with the Midgets pressing hard outside of the two scored innings.
The Village of Lansing announces Special Assessment No. 41 to pay for vitrified tile sewer pipe house connections along several streets. Final hearing is scheduled for October 17, 1927 at 10 AM with objections accepted beforehand. Assessments are to be paid in ten annual installments at six percent interest. Fred Vierk, Commissioner.
Cook County Illinois ordinance in Dalton village sets fines for failing to observe street crossing signals or stop signs. Sections specify fines from five to one hundred dollars per offense, repeal of conflicting ordinances, and dates of passage approval and filing by the village clerk.
The article notes Marco Polo’s thirteen century travels to China where he reported the use of paper money. This historical reference highlights early adoption of paper currency in China during that era.
St. Joseph Gazette notes a humorous observation on marriage, describing how a poor man perceives it as his winning way and success in life. The item reflects a light, editorial tone about domestic luck and personal fortune.
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