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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1924
Page
5
A P Giannini head of the Bank of Italy with $350000000 assets announced that on January 1 the 2200 employees would take over control. Giannini retires from the presidency but retains an inactive interest in the institution.
In Grand Haven Michigan Egbert Dyke known as Happy sits jailed with wrist and throat slashed after being accused of murdering Molly Fleming a 23 year old schoolteacher. Dyke faces first degree murder charges with an examination set for October 28 in Circuit Court.
Government counsel opens the case against Pan-American Petroleum and H. L. Doheny over Elk Hills Naval Reserve leases. Owen J. Roberts outlines land history from Taft era withdrawals in 1912. The highly important action could involve costly properties and major oil interests.
Russian finance minister M So kolnikov announced before the all Russian parliament that British bankers with American backing will extend large commercial credits to Russia. He did not disclose specific sums, noting negotiations for a loan to the Russian State Bank of several tens of millions of rubles.
The University of Illinois opened its annual homecoming with the dedication of a $1 500 000 memorial stadium for fallen Illini. Fifteen thousand attendees including students graduates and visitors heard remarks by President David Kinley and athletics director George Huff as Robert F. Carr of Chicago served as master of ceremonies.
A fragment quotes Douglas Jerrold noting a man’s fate after kissing a beautiful woman. He is “lost upon the coral reefs” in a metaphorical warning about alluring danger.
Local and personal items cover visits from Hobart relatives, Mayor Kamradt at the Illinois Products Exposition, and the Illinois Municipal League convention where new officers were elected. Street closures for water mains, a well attended Spirit of the U. S. A. showing, and praise for music are noted. Voter education stages a focus ahead of election day with details on offices and a proposed city court.
The notice urges payment of the water main tunnel and reservoir system assessment by November 1 without interest. After that date a six percent interest is charged. Office hours are 3.30 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, Saturdays to 1 p.m., with Tuesday evenings 7 to 9 p.m. for convenience.
Government authorities consider building an armory at Indiana Harbor to house the 118th Engineers. Plans are finished and construction could begin next spring if a suitable site is found.
The Sophomores staged a pretend adult party with curls and dolls while Seniors plan a Halloween event. Freshmen study toward high school, Juniors show limited initiative. The annual staff lists editors, dramatics, society, arts, athletics, jokes, music, stenography and business. Wentworth vs Lindbloom at White City Park looms, Juniors beat Lansing 1-0 in soccer, Physics class reviews a new water system, and the gas main collection remains the last barrier to Beene away from Hammond.
The British flag known as the Union Jack came into being in 1801. It combines the banners of St George St Andrew and St Patrick representing the three united kingdoms.
Dr Brown completed dental exams for students with mixed reactions from parents. Emphasis remains on care whether at the Dental Clinic or by family dentists. Absentees include Bernard Gruhike with cheek injury and Gretchen Helmcke due to tonsil and adenoid removal. Truant officer Brusel aids, health posters underway.
A terse observation notes that some people only accept guidance when no one else is watching, suggesting dependence on privacy to heed counsel. The remark implies a critique of reluctance to act openly on advice.
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