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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1932
Page
5
Miss G Minard led a program highlighted by a comic quartet Four Old Maids at the Bachelor's Sale led by Mrs N Tourtelotte Mrs F Miller Mrs G Gallegos and Mrs Neath. Mrs A Gary sang two solos Miss H Melin read a piece and a bi centennial revue of two skits closed with lively dancing and peppy tunes.
About two hundred parents teachers and guests packed the Washington school gym Thursday October 13 for a PTA reception. Mrs. Orville T Bright was guest of honor and District 148 superintendent Mr Bright introduced the teachers before a program of student dances solos and a chorus followed by dancing with a three piece orchestra.
A teacher recounts Mary’s schooling from Miss Eager to Miss Hanford, detailing reading writing arithmetic and other subjects. The poem praises careful planning by Mr Bright and active parental involvement through the Franklin P T A and school board support, urging collective effort for every child.
Mohawk team dominated Lansing A C in a 19 to 0 victory at Ayrews field. The Mohawks show improved play and anticipate a tough challenge from Calumet City Yellow Jackets next Sunday at Arrows field with a 2 30 kickoff. Local merchants funded Vo Pasaha and aided in field equipment for a fully uniformed squad.
Frankie Albrecht reports the American Legion Auxiliary installs new officers for 1933. Mrs. Moldenhauer and Mrs. Wiebke install officers and juniors, with reminders of a meeting on October 27, 1932, a hard time party, and 1938 dues due. New officers include Albrecht president, Thul and Bock vice-presidents, Ferguson chaplain, Wiebke secretary, Ripley treasurer, and others.
Riverdale Panthers lost to the A B C Rippers 18 to 0 last Sunday. The Rippers scored in the first quarter and again in the final minutes after a fumble recovery on the Riverdale 20 yard line. Four Ripper interceptions and three recoveries limited Riverdale’s offense as 22 players, including four newcomers, faced Dalton Shamrocks next at Riverdale park at 2 30 PM.
The Dolton Shamrocks defeated the Dolton Speedboys 21 to 6 in the season opener. Grap Enthien scored the Speedboys’ lone touchdown in the first quarter before Dolton’s heavier squad claimed the win. Next up the Shamrocks host the Riverdale Panthers at Riverdale Park Sunday 2:30 PM. The Speedboys visit Lansing at Dolton Park 3:00 PM.
The Col dale district gathering drew about 150 members with talks on degree work and Service Bureau. Walter Nowak is set to step down and A R Harris is recommended as District Deputy. A third degree ceremony at Dol dale is planned tonight with a short form showing. Saturday October 22 marks Doldale lodge birthday party with dancing and refreshments at I O O F hall.
The executive committee of the Thornton Township High School and Junior College P T A met in Mr. McVey’s office on Friday afternoon October 14 to discuss standing committee plans. E E Bratcher Harvey Grade schools superintendent will speak at the next Junior College P T A meeting October 25 at 8 PM in the high school auditorium. Elizabeth Musser and Irene Olson, Junior College students, will perform two whistling numbers. A faculty reception follows the business meeting and program with refreshments in the cafeteria.
The Emergency Welfare Fund of Cook County plans to raise 7.5 million dollars to support the county’s relief and welfare agencies for the coming year. Robert A. Gardner will chair the campaign, with R. Douglas Stuart of Quaker Oats as president.
Harvey Elks Lodge announces a busy calendar. District Deputy Night on Wednesday October 26 includes a 6 45 dinner with early reservations. Halloween Dance on Saturday October 29 costs 50 cents per couple with dancing from 9 to 1. Baseball night on Wednesday November 2 features famous ball players. Election party on Tuesday November 8 includes returns and entertainment.
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