Chiperfield Denounces Wilson in County Republican Rally
The crowd packed the high school auditorium for a Republican rally led by Congressman Burnett M. Chiperfield of Canton. He blasted Democratic rule, urged voters to restore the GOP, and used vivid comparisons to Mexico and Vera Cruz to argue for national honor and economy.
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Dixon
Burnett M. Chiperfield
Canton
Amboy
Reynolds
Bradford
Lafayette
Harry Warner
Chiperfield
Republican Party
Wilson
Germany
Vera Cruz
Woodrow Wilson
United States
Carraral
Dodge Manufacturing Company
Mexico
Dodge
Tia
Chiperfield Attacks Prosperity Claim in Speech
The speech criticizes wartime prosperity tied to belligerent orders, arguing economic hollowing after the war and pointing to tariffs, treasury drains, and corruption. It cites Wilson, mentions democracy versus Republican platform, and notes follow-up talks by local officials and a school community update.
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Mr. Chiperfield
Woodrow Wilson
Chiperfield
Europe
High School Orchestra Encore Marks Event
Music by the High School Orchestra under Miss Loala Quick closed with hearty encores. Mr Robin of the Dixon Leader sang a solo from his own composition to loud applause. The auditorium featured flags, potted plants, and portraits of Charles Evans Hughes and Frank C Lowden in prominent places.
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Clinton Billmire
Caesar
Clalso
Leonard
Hobart
Sandrock
Hazel McCade
Loala Quick
Robin
Dixon Leader
Charles Evans Hughes
Frank C. Lowden
Ghosts at the Star Party Delights Ashton Chapter
About 100 members of Ashton Chapter No 575 Order of the Eastern Star held a Halloween party at the Masonic hall on Tuesday evening. Ladies provided refreshments while men served. Ghosts appeared to startle guests, performing drills and a grand march. Weathered by stories, lights out, and themed entertainment, the evening featured sand tarts, doughnuts, and coffee.
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Ashton
Order of the Eastern Star
Hallowe’en
Masonic
Ladies of the Star
Egan
John Nass
M. N. Parks
State Board of Health
Beloit
Wisconsin
Sandwich
West Chicago
Sunday Papers Must Reduce Size and Epworth League Notes
FTC urges large Sunday dailies to cut page counts to conserve newsprint and aid smaller papers. Epworth League reports from Sycamore District meet, with music, programs, and social events at Ashton Methodist Church. North League Rally drew 125 attendees including 25 from Franklin Grove with readings, an orchestra, and a luncheon.
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Federal Trade Commission
Epworth League
Sycamore
Ashton Methodist
North League
Sadist
League
Franklin Grove
Ry G. Wisman
Helen Army
Messrs. Wisman
Reot
Dean
Hurd
Poultry Buyer Seeks Available Birds for Sale
H G Wisman of 3514 calls after purchasing the chicken business of A M Moore to obtain poultry for sale at the highest market rate.
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A. M. Moore
H. G. Wisman
Charter Members Host Sower Club Night At Lodge
About 100 Ashton Rebekah Lodge No. 497 members attended Charter Member Night with silhouettes on walls, games, and refreshments of chicken sandwiches and pumpkin pie. Autumn decor and Halloween designs framed the event followed by entertainment and greetings.
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Ashton Rebekah Lodge No
Hallowe’en
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Coal States
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Ashton Bank
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Hughes
Republican Ladies
Knapp
Ashton Rebekah Lodge
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Norton
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Maryland
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