Disease Grows and Public Health Conference Reports
A Washington conference called by the Public Health Service reports 11 117 infantile paralysis cases across 88 states since the outbreak, with New York City accounting for most in the state totals. The piece notes non urban spread, climate influence, and precautions including avoiding close contact with children. It also mentions an immunity anomaly among 30,000 New York state charity children and observes no cases at a New York City garbage dump. The article closes with a local note on Rev Lt Wind Sr and Rev Henry Wind Jr leaving for Brockport to lead Concordia Congregation.
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The Threatened Strike for 8 Hour Day in Railroads
The article argues for an eight hour workday for railroad workers and supports congressional action. It predicts a nationwide strike on Labor Day if the law is not passed, notes Wilson's backing, and contends higher wages and small freight rate increases are needed to stabilize operations and earnings.
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Wilson
Congress
National Congress
New York
New Voting District Redraws Boundaries for Ease of Polling
The Board of County Commissioners redrew election district boundaries to consolidate polling sites. Voters formerly assigned to Burnham South Holland and Dalton will now vote in District No 26 Section 1 and related tracts. Polling will be at the Waterman cottage near Propper's Corner with judges I J Waterman I G Propper and Henry Fritzsche. Primaries set for Sept 13.
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Board of County Commissioners
Burnham
South
Holland
Dalton
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Red Waterman
Propper
I. J. Waterman
I. CG. Propper
Henry Fritzsche
Crochet and Tatting Services and Sales Notice
Crocheting and tatting offered by Mrs. Carl Stichweh in Riverdale GL 1 188th Street. For sale bed spread tatting and hemstitched linen at 641 Chicago St Dolton Lil.
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Crochtepling
Carl Stichweh
188Th Street
Riverdale
Chicago St. Dolton, Lil
Local and Personal News From Roseland Community
A large number of Immanuel Reformed Church friends surprised Miss Jennie VanBuren of Riverdale with music games and lunch. Tina VanBuren will visit Dowagine Michigan to see relatives. Mrs. Collins of Riverdale reports a pleasant two month east visit. Miss Wendrich of Chicago vacations with Dalton parents. Louise Schmutzler stenographer for James Hanrahan will attend the Newark convention Sept 11 to 16. Members of Immanuel Dalton attended the Orphan's and Old Folks Home festival in Bensonville. Mr. and Mrs. Lindberg and family return from visiting Tustin relatives after northern Michigan trip. Ladies Aid of St. Pauls Church Dolton to luncheon Sept 7 at Mrs. Messerschmidt’s home. Dolton Woman’s Club Labor Day picnic on Calumet River near Globe. meet at Mrs. Jamieson’s home at Len. A switchman notes an unsigned fire report in A&E L yards. Silver Leaf Pleasure Club hosts Riverside picnic Labor Day. Inquiries to A C Reich real estate office.
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Jennie VanBuren
Riverdale
Tina VanBuren
Dowagine
Mich
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Minnie Wendrich
Chicago
Dalton
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aAuldine
Tustin
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Manton
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St. Paul’s Evvangelical Church
John Messerschmidt
Sheridan Street
Dolton
Isverybody
Dolton Woman’s Club
Calumet River
Globe
Lue
J. W. Jamieson
Len O
Bowen School Opens for September 16 1916
After a long rest and pleasant vacation the Bowen School prepares to begin on Tuesday September 16 1916 at 9 00 AM. The school board deserves praise for repairs and redecorating and the electric service is a notable improvement. The principal and teachers express gratitude and invite parents and friends to visit often this term.
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Bowen
Altho
The Habit of Being Happy
A magazine style reminiscence urges keeping reasonably happy as a duty. Laughter and intelligent joy sustain vitality and efficiency, with science backing the benefit. The piece warns against constant work and a dreary routine eroding hope and spirit, especially for girls.
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Jack
Stingy man learns cost of skipping local paper
A folk tale warns that a frugal man who refused to read his hometown newspaper ends in disaster as bees, barbed wire, a cow, churn cream, a broken leg, dented teeth, and a ruined carpet hit his family. The tale ends with the moral to subscribe.
Doyle Couple Celebrates 40th Wedding Anniversary
E M Doyle a B O Terminal track foreman at Riverdale marked the couple's 40th wedding anniversary last Sunday August 27 with a private family gathering. Their four sons and relatives helped the celebration and presented Mr Doyle a 21 jewel gold watch and Mrs Doyle a diamond ring. Their son J Edward of Florida sent a $20 gold piece. The Pointer joins family and friends in wishing many more years of happiness.
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E. M. Doyle
Riverdale
Dolton Band Plans Free Harvey Concert Saturday
The Dolton Concert Band invites the public to a free performance in Harvey on Saturday evening September 2. The group is well trained and cohesive under strong leadership as they win friends with their music. The Three Comedians Picnic at Dillner's Pavilion Labor Day promises to be a big event with guests assured of a good time. Girl Wanted by Mrs L J Hancock Riverdale for employment at Schaack Grocery.
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the Dolton
Harvey
Dillner
Clovers Crush Federals in Second Round To Boost Cup Hopes
The Clovers won their sixth straight by hammering the Federals in a decisive second round tilt. Stingey Art limited Fed bats to 3 hits while Oats and Grass Mowers supported the standout pitching. Labor Day features Steindlers Colts and a big money game with details about prior meetings and expected large crowds.
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Clovers
Federals
Supherb
Stingey
Howards
Steindlers Colts
The
Lakesides
South
Chicago
Garvey
Dope
Help Wanted at Chicago and Riverdale Lumber Co
Job notices list openings for a男 youth clerk and a young lady typist at the Chicago and Riverdale Lumber Co office. Aware of several positions including ware clerk requiring typing skills.
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Chicago & Riverdale Lumber Co
Chicago & Riverdale Lumber Ca
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A. C. Reich
Silverdale
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