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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1907
Page
4
A 1907 era column lauds Dalton and Riverdale progress noting record business, forthcoming streetcar ambitions, and a optimism for 1908. It criticizes pessimism and urges civility in public affairs. It also mentions Herman Ilorn as a noted duck hunter with noted silver bullet kills.
The harvest dance by Olive Camp No. 3894 Royal Neighbors was well attended last Saturday at Schwab's hall. The decorated venue, fine music, and excellent lunch showcased the group's skill in entertaining their friends.
Chicago and Southern Traction near completion to carry passengers from Chicago to Kankakee. Blue Island officials toured the new line and praised its progress from Crete to Bradley with ballast, fences, transformer stations, and 55 mph interurban cars. Opening is targeted for November 10, with exploration of extending to Hammond. D. G C Noble, florist, visited Kinney in Columbia City.
A two week visit to Vicksburg is planned by Mr. and Mrs. F. R. Baker. Baker, an old soldier who fought in the Siege of Vicksburg, lists battles from Fort Donelson to the Atlanta Campaign and Sherman’s march. He served 38 years with the Pennsylvania Railroad and has ties to Vicksburg relatives.
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