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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1922
Page
4
A collection of satirical observations notes public discourse on forums taxation strikes and politics. References include kids advocating a hot school lunch while cautious of future handouts and a motorist reading warnings prompting legal summons. The fragment hints at broad public concerns and civic frustration.
The article notes that construction trades charge more because weather and business cycles make work irregular. Plasterers and birchlayers in one city average only 150 to 180 days of work annually, driving high wages. If repairs cluster less and off season terms improve, costs could stabilize. Marie and Fannie Rubinie held a joint birthday party last Sunday with many friends attending.
The article traces how wigs, first a clerical distinction and then adopted by lay lawyers in the 1600s, became a universal mark of the court and legal professions in England. It notes wigs worn by barristers and judges, and their continued ceremonial use by House of Commons speakers and lord chancellors.
A historical note traces snuff use from the eighteenth century into the Victorian era providing social context. It describes royal gift giving of snuffboxes and ceremonial exchanges as well as snuff's cultural status from aristocracy to common life and the practical mull for common use.
Voters rally behind John F. Devine Republican candidate for re election as Clerk of the Probate Court of Cook County highlighting a $139,865.00 taxpayer saving over three years. Supporters praise his efficient, economical administration and note no new employees were added during a busy year.
County Treasurer P. J. Carr runs a vigorous bid to curb tax sharks who prey on delinquent taxpayers in Chicago and Cook County. He clarifies his role is tax collection not tax setting, touts record gains, and pledges legislative support to destroy such practices if elected.
The candidate pledges to work with Chicago police and town chiefs to protect Cook County outside the city. He proposes multiple sheriff stations with courts on highways, fast transport, and wireless reporting to speed arrests and curb murder and theft. He notes Chicago police lack outside jurisdiction.
Alderman A. J. Cermak, a longtime council member and committee chair, earned endorsements from Chicago newspapers for a constructive economical program. He is described as able, honest, and dedicated to public improvements at nominal cost. Election Tuesday November 7.
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