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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1962
Page
1
Riverdale police solved the disappearance of Thomas Stockwell 60 and arrested Joseph W. Dobry Jr. 26 for Stockwell's murder after a two day investigation. Stockwell was reported missing by his sister Ruth Sheehan of Chicago.
Dolton Jaycees announce the first Autumn Leaves Ball to be held October 27 at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Riverdale. Tickets at door or from Jaycees members cost 1.50 with prizes during the evening and music by the Nightcappers. Contacts include George Sweet Pat Power and Emil Anderson. Also notes officers and search for a missing man in Calumet River.
Parents of High School District 203 students are urged to read a pamphlet titled An Investment In Youth about a proposed four hundred forty four million bond issue. It explains enrollment projections to 1974, home construction rates, and the cost to taxpayers with charts and FAQs. Former Chicagoans Mr and Mrs William Berkin now live in South Holland at 1139 TH 16 Mth pl with three children. Mr Berkin is a pharmacist.
The Regional Association of Municipalities of South Cook and Will Counties will meet Friday October 19 at 8 p.m. at Thornton Township Hall South Holland to hear opinions on zoning effectiveness and the Blue Ballot judicial reform bill. Mitchell Overgaard will speak in favor and Ronnie Palmer against, with questions from members and attendance invited by local lawyers and police magistrates.
Dalton Riverdale hosts a series of upcoming events including Roosevelt Park PYA fundraiser at Roosevelt School with 10 am to 4 pm hours on October 20 featuring varied booths and holiday shopping chances. Also Halloween and music events at Pacesetter Civic Hall and a St Paul Turkey Dinner at St Paul Lutheran Church with tickets and reservations details.
The Dolton Village Board unanimously opposes the Blue Ballot amendment. President Frederick Kasten cites loss of home rule and concerns over local law enforcement and costs. Trustee Norman MacKay highlights the personal touch of the local court and long hours, stressing fear of machine rule and elections without opposition.
Dr Logsdon superintendent Thornton High School District will address the Save Our Schools Committee at the October 18 meeting in Dalton Park fieldhouse. He will present the proposed high school referendum and the committee will appoint chairmen to advance its purpose. Residents of School District No 149 are invited to attend. call Duane Quamme for details. New South Holland residents Daniel Rakick and family, 942 E 161st pl, have moved from Hammond Indiana. Mr Rakick works for Republic Steel.
Herzog's Store for Men announces a grand opening October 18 to 20 at 14141 Chicago Rd now larger and brighter. The Teenel Show highlight features men’s fashion for all budgets as Milan Herzog and Roy Herzog run the business with local community ties.
Riverdale Village Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on Tuesday October 23 at 9 p.m. instead of 8 p.m. due to trustees attending a municipal conference out of town. President Edward L. Ripley said the hour delay allows them time to drive home.
Howard Douglas has been elected Paul Gall post commander to fill the vacancy caused by Commander Quirk's death. William Hickey is elected senior vice commander and Ted Burdyl is named junior vice commander. Memorial services for Will continue.
A public meeting at Thornton Town Hall discusses the Blue Ballot and the judicial amendment slated for the November 6 election. Sen. Lottie O Neill, Ronnie Falmer, and other attorneys will speak on how the amendment could affect suburban justice administration. Refreshments will be served. Local residents Mr and Mrs Joseph Kacie recently moved to 17142 Wausau avenue.
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