The Pointer from Riverdale, Illinois • Page 1

BUX U.S. WAR BONDS THE POINTER SERVE YOUR COUNTRY Vol. XXXVIII No. 3 RIVERDALE, ILL. (P.

DOLTON, ILL.) THURSDAY, MAY 20, 1943 $130 PER YEAR Board Learns Of WPB Approval Of Acme Rd. Project Announce Winners In War Bond Drive Lack of Equipment Delays Construction Work, Engineer Reports At the regular meeting of the Riverdale village board last Tuesday evening, May 11, a communication was read from the War Production board, division of Industry Operations, J. Joseph Whalm, Director General for Operations, with stereotyped form attached, giving authority to begin work April 30, 194-3, on 134th street( Forest View Avenue) between Halsted street and Acme Steel company's plant. Engineer Putnam advised the board that the contractor was ready to start construction on the road, but that work had been delayed until trucks and cement finishers were available. Trustee Martin reported that there was no stieet drain at the intersection of 145th and State streets and that the sidewalk was below the level of the pavement.

Be stated that this condition resulted in water standing at this intersection and that the plumber had estimated that necessary alterations could be made for the sum of $160.00. Defective Drainage at 140th Court Trustee Hanschmann reported a defective drainage condition at 140th court and Dearborn street, stating that a drain should be installed to prevent ponding of water. Both of these matters were referred to the committee for consideration and necessary action. TrusteesHansehmann also reported that a faulty drainage condition existed on tjie east side of Halsted street 138th and 139th strets and stated that the State Highway Department should make necessary repairs. The clerk was directed to communicate with the State Highway Department requesting them to take the necessary action to correct the condition.

Sidewalks in Need of Repairs Trustee Hanschmann reported that the sidewalks on the right of way of the Pennsylvania railroad company at 137th and 138th streets were in need of repairs. He further stated that sidewalks were now Lansing Board lists Winners in the bond-selling contest held in connection with the house- to house canvass conducted by the Riverdale OCD during the recent second War Loan Drive were announced this week. Prizes of war bonds and slumps, given by the Village of Riverdale, were awarded the four winners. Honor of selling war bonds amounting to the largest'sum went to Edmund J. Sullivan.

Joseph V. Lennon received the honor of having the greatest number of separate subscriptions. Wm. C. Zesch, turned in the second largest sum, while Mrs.

Clarence A. Brown placed second in the greatest number of bonds sold to individual subscribers. Mr. Sullivan and (Mr. Lennon each received a $25 War Bond.

Mr. Zesch and Mrs. Brown were awarded $6.25 in War Stamps. A vote of thanks to all the workers who so generously donated their time and effort to the successful results of the drive in Riverdale was voiced this week by Frank Stewart, chairman; Frank J. Mraz, community coordinator; and Carl Maurer, community commander.

The total bond sales for the Village of Riverdale was inadvertently given as $10,031.25 in last week's Pointer. This figure should have been $109,031.25. 41 For Induction Into Armed Forces Thoroughness of Medical Tests at Induction Centers Proved Poppy Day Will Be Observed Here Sat. constructed of crown rock and that such construction evidently did not serve as a permanent type of construction. The clerk was ordered to notify the Pennsylvania railroad company to re-construct the sidewalks on their right of way and suggested that board walks or concrete slabs be installed.

The clerk was also directed to communicate with the B. 0. railroad company, requesting them to reconstruct sidewalk at 138th street and also suggesting that board walks or concrete slabs be installed at this location, War Loan Drive Report Read Claussen read a report of the second War Bond Drive over the signature of Frank Mraz, as chairman of the Local Civilian Defense organization, stating that the Bond Drive was carried on with the assistance of the OCD and that total bond sales in the village amounted to the sum of $109,031. 25. President Claussen stated that he had agreed, subject to the board's approval, and so as to encourage the sale of bonds, that the village would spend the sum of $50.00 for War Savings Bonds and Stamps to be given to the persons responsible for the sale of the four largest amounts of bonds.

On roll call the action of the village president with reference to the expenditure of $50.00 for the purpose outlined was approved. Something Different Promised in Choral Club Revue What is this thing called the Irving Berlin Revue? First of all, it is to be given by the Harmony Choral club at the Bowen school Monday, May 31, at 8 p. m. Second, subject: It will take you through the twenty-five years of song in Irving Berlin's life, which will be illustrated with songs, dances, skits, instrumental arrangements in groups and solos. Performers will include the members of the choral club, Sunny's orchestra, a young men's quartet; Mrs.

Louise Ewert; Mr. arid Mrs. John Peiguss, Lois Nelson, Arlyne Peiguss, the Zilsiberger twins, Phyllis and Joy Reasor, accompanied by Norman Beasley, and Peggy Howard. This is something entirely different from anything the Harmony Choral club has put on before, for instead of a formal concert as usual, this is to be an informal arrangement of entertainment to relieve the tension of the war-minded community. 15 young girls of Dolton, Ivanhoe, and Riverdale are competing for the title of May Queen, selection of which which will be made at the Revue.

Girls who have enrolled in the contest are: Eleanor Basile, Shirley Spoolstra, Shirley Meeder, Joy Reasor, Virginia Bowerman, Marian Watson, Theresa Zenere, Shirley Cogswell, Gloria Bechely, Anita D.ege, Thelma Lambert, Dorothy Meginnis, Florence Kalkbrenner, "Nelson, and Violet Tickets can be obtained at Lukens Drug store in Dolton, Kettler's drug store in Riverdale, and Chapman's in Dolton. 41 men have been named by the Lansing draft board for induction into the armed forces of their country in the near future. Dolton men listed are: Alfred Hazzard Wilhelm, George Henry Creeling, William Nelson Wise, Raymond John Diette, and Donald E. Kipley. South Holland men selected include Peter Wm.

Shilling, Arthur Le Roy Wingard, Fred Walter Swets, Ralph Harry Van Mynen, William Van Kley, John William Van Drunen, "William Bruce Boender, and Robert Sylvester Ashmore. Others named are: Rudolph Charles Schultz, Nickolas Kortenhoeven, Richard Arthur Schultz, John Henry Becker, Eugene Benjamin Frigo, of Lansing; Lester Darice Wolf, Floyd John Wozniak, Frank Joseph Krohl, Mathew Andrew Basista, Chester Anthony Sadewicz, and Martin Albert Evans, of Phoenix. Mario Peter Del Santo and Daniel Arthur La Tour, of Thornton; Herbert William Garity and Whitney Theodore Lundin of 'Hazelcrest; Jack Conrad Kurtz, Robert Paul Dearborn, Edward Leslie Eisele, of Homewood. Few Rejectees Accepted on Second Test Paul Herman Tuemler and (Peter Nicholas Schrum, of 'Hammond, Everett Pitts of Springfield, Frank iGeorge Lakis of Chicago; Lyle Ralph Dorman of Midlothian; Ervin Harold Steinke, Bloomington, 111., Edmund Joseph Sylwestrzak, Harvey; George Howard Kegebein, Oak Glen; Raquel Delapaz, Weslaco, Texas; and Clifford Arland Cheek, Gary, Ind. i A recent re-examination of selec- tees rejected at the induction station because of heart or blood vessel defects revealed that less than 3.7% of the men re-examined were fit to be submitted again for induction, Col.

Paul G. Armstrong, Illinois State Selective Service Director, announced this week. "The small number of men recommended for reconsideration speaks highly for the high capabilities and thoroughness of the medical officers at the induction station and should serve as positive assurance to the public that any man rejected because of heart or other defects is actually unfit for military or naval service according to Army and Navy physical standards, Armstrong stated. Drop Plan to Re-examine Mental Cases "The result of the re-examination of the men rejected for heart or blood vessel defects proves the soundness of the current medical plan and also proves that a prospective soldier must be in excellent physical condition to be accepted for military service." It had been planned, Col. Armstrong added, to have the mental repectees of all local boards in the state be re-examined, but such plan was drop- Memories of the past and hopes for the future--that is what goes into the making of a memorial poppy," said Mrs? John Reinke as she took one of the poppies apart and explained its structure at the American Legion Home here today.

The Legion Home is blooming with poppies as the Auxiliary women complete preparations for the annual observance of Poppy Day here, Saturday, May 22. The little red flowers of memory are being taken from the boxes in which they came from Hines hospital, where they were made by disabled war veterans, and arranged for distribution on the streets on Poppy day. Many hundreds of men who could not possibly find or perform other work are given employment by the Auxiliary in the poppy program. As this employment is restricted to those receiving little or no government compensation and who have families to support, the money they earn brings vital help to a large number of homes. More than $100,000 has been paid by the Auxiliary this year in wages to the poppy makers.

"The men who make the flowers are the comrades of those in whose honors the poppies are worn," Mrs. Reinke explained. "They are the ones who were not called upon to give their lives but to give their health and strength which makes life worthwhile. Into the little flowers they place great memories of the past and from the work they derive new hope for the future." The American Legion Auxiliary is asking for volunteers to assist in selling these flowers next Saturday. Proceeds will be used for rehabilitation work for veterans of both World War I and II.

Anyone who wishes to offer her services may contact Mrs. Julius Nelson, Riv. 338. OCD's Personnel Prepared For Part In Mock Air Raid Rites are Held Monday for Charles Milhahn ped after a partial survey showed that no military manpower was recoverable from this group. Rev.

Stam Continues Evangelistic Meetings The Rev. Cornelius Stam of Patterson, N. is continuing his two weeks of evangelistic meetings at the Open Bible church of Riverdale, 8 W. 138th street. For more details concerning the topics Rev.

Stam has chosen for his forceful messages, see announcements on page three. A fire defense course will be given by the Riverdale OCD Tuesday evening, May 25, at the Riverdale fire house. This is an open course and anyone who has not had this training yet is eligible to attend. Funeral services were held Monday afternoon from Sandridge Methodist church for Charles Milhahn, a resident of Dolton for 64 years, who passed away suddenly, Friday, May 14, at Ingalls Memorial hospital in Harvey. He was born in Chicago May 20, 1858, and came to Dolton in 1879, settling on the Ridge where he engaged in farming.

He was united in marriage to Amalia Leavy on May 24, 1894 in Chicago. Two children were born to this union. The daughter, Mrs. Elsie Sokol passed away May 10, 1927. His wife preceded him in death on May 4, 1936.

His son, Gustav of Dolton and two grand- idaughters, Marion Sokol and Leona iMilhahn, survive him. Although less active during recent years because' of his advanced age, Mr. Milhahn never actually retired but maintained an interact in his business affairs until the time of his death. The Rev. Frank T.

'Palm officiated at the services Monday. Interment was in Oakland cemetery in Dolton. The Bachmann funeral home was in charge of arrangements. Girl Scout Assn. Formed Here; Officers Named A Girl Scout Association to serve the communities of Ivanhoe, Riverdale, and Dolton, was formally or- anized Monday afternoon at a meeting held at the home of Mrs.

Tom Peters, 14418 Michigan avenue. Miss Otto of the Girl Scout Regional headquarters in Chicago was present to assist with the organization and to present much interesting material regarding the movement. Officers of the association were elected as follows: Mrs. Fred Long, president; Mrs. Albert Heino, vice- president; and Mrs.

Tom J. Peters, secretary-treasurer. At present the association consists of leaders and assistant leaders of the two troops already organized and members of the committee of each troop. However all persons interested in the movement or in helping with the work are invited to attend future meetings of the association which will be held monthly. Date and place have not yet been determined.

At present two troops are organized and active. Troop 1 includes girls 7 and years of age, and has as its leader, Mrs. Heino, arid assistant leader, 'Mrs. Waldon Whiston. Mrs.

Malcolm Small is leader of Troop 2, and Mrs. Peters, assistant Piano and Voice Recital Sunday at Sandridge The Woman's Society of Christian Service of the Sandridge church is sponsoring a recital at the Sandridge church at four o'clock next Sunday afternoon, May 22, 1943, featuring Miss Mary Elizabeth Anders, pianist, and Miss Marion Benedict, mezzo soprano. Miss Anders and Miss Benedict are students of De Pauw University and in the past year have each given a recital there in addition to appearing on the student recitals and other campus programs. There will be no admission charge but a-free-will offering will be taken. The Women's Society of Christian Servicp cordially invites everyone to attend.

leader. Girls 9 and 10 years old are included in this group. It is expected that a senior Scout group will be organized in the near future. Dedicate Riverdale Service Flag in Rites Friday Servicemen from the Village of Riverdale and the Riverdale-Chicago community will be honored Friday evening at the Bowen school auditorium at 8 o'clock when the Riverdale service flag is dedicated in an impressive program under the direction of the American citizenship committee of the Dolton-Riverdale Woman's club Invitations have ibeen sent this week to the parents and wives of the servicemen. A similar program will be held next Friday evening, May 28, in the Lincoln school auditorium, at which time the Dolton village service flag will be dedicated.

All Members of Citizens Defense Corps Will Aid In Drill Sunday Participation by all members of the Citizens Defense Corps personnel of the Chicago Metropolitan Area OCD will be required in the first mock air raid drill which will be held over the entire Chicago Metropolitan Area, next Sunday, May 23, between the hours of 2:00 p. m. and 4:00 p. weather permitting. The purpose of the mock bombing is to make a complete test of the operating efficiency of the entire Citizens Defense Corps personnel of the Chicago Metropolitan Area by simulating, as nearly as possible, air raid conditions.

Alert Will Be Sounded The siren signals will sound an alert at 2:00 p. m. Approximately 150 Civil Air Patrol planes will take off from various airports in and around the Chicago Metropolitan Area. Each plane will carry a load of mock bombs, each of which will have a colored streamer attached which will identify it as follows: red, incendiary; blue, high explosive; green, unexploded delayed action bomb; yellow, war gas bomb. Block captains, air raid wardens, fire watchers, and messengers will be mobilized and ready for action when the alert siren is sounded.

They will search for the token bombs, and following the procedure of their training, identify the mock bomb, estimate probable damage that would occur if it were a reality, make out an incident report, and call the control center for facilities necessary to cope with the situation. Auxiliary police will be assigned to regulate and control traffic. Only emregency traffic will operate during the time planes are overhead. Pedestrians may proceed to their destination. No All Clear Signal There will be no all clear signal.

The raid will be considered finished after the planes have dropped their paper bombs over the community and local civilian defense workers have identified the bombs. In case of adverse weather, the drill will be postponed until Sunday, June 6, or until the first Sunday succeeding June 6 when weather conditions are favorable. Postponement will be announced by radio. At a meeting held- Monday evening the staff of the Riverdale OCD made final preparations for its in the mock air raid drill. The OCD's Control Center will function under the direction of E.

M. Stephenson. Other Comunities Prepare for Drill The Dolton OCD personnel also received instruction for their part in the mock bombing at a meeting Monday evening. Lawrence Stiemann, community commander of the Riverdale-Chicago OCD was among the OCD officials and community commanders present at a. Division meeting held May 12 in the OCD office at 32 Town Hall Club Announces First Dance May 22 The Town Hall Dance club will hold its first dance at the Dolton village hall on Saturday, May 22, at 8:00 p.

m. Only young people between the ages of 15 and 20 are invited to attend. Admission is 26c. East 112th street, at which plans were formulated for participation of the Civilian Defense protective forces in the mock air raid. Participation by the public is not required and normal activities may be carried on in the homes.

However, residents are asked not to use the telephone unnecessarily as the lines must be kept open for the air raid, wardens to call the Control center. Children must be warned aaginst the danger of running into the street to pick up token bombs that have fallen. In fact, parents are urged to instruct their children not to molest the token bombs regardless of where they fall. Luther League will Show "Last Days of Pompeii" The sound movie, "Last Days of Pompeii" will be shown at Our Savior's Community church in Riverdale next Wednesday evening, May 26, at 7:30. The Luther league is sponsoring this affair and tickets which are 35c and 20c can be obtained from any of the members.

Officers to be Installed at T.T.H.S. and J.C. P. T. A.

A program by members of the faculty will be presented at the meeting of the Thornton township high school and Junior college P. T. A. next Tuesday, May 25, at 8 p. m.

in the high school auditorium. Officers elected to serve for the ensuing year also will be installed. Presentation of colors will be by Boy Scouts of Riverdale and Dolton, and members from Riverdale and Dolton will be hostesses for the social hour following the program in the cafeteria..