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Newspaper
Dekalb Daily Chronicle
Location
Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1925
Page
2
Sycamore readers are told The Chronicle will be delivered by a office representative until service is set up and a responsible dealer is found. Subscribers should send a card to DeKalb to report non arrival of the paper.
A communication from L. P. Hix in California recalls Sycamore Grove picnic near Los Angeles with over 100 former residents. Attendees included D. A. Syme, E. O. Marshall, W. W. Whitmore, Ollie Arnold, Hulda and Bertha Hawkinson, Floyd Whittemore and Kelsey, and Dudley Loptien.
News from Sycamore reports Mrs. Ebaugh, after an operation at St Joseph's Hospital in Elgin, is not improving as hoped and cannot yet be brought home. Family planned to bring her home this week but she remains confined for several days. Friends in Sycamore and nearby counties express continued hope for steady improvement.
Sycamore Izaak Walton League chapter holds a regular meeting at the council rooms. Delegates who attended the national convention will report tonight as the club anticipates a large attendance.
A fire last night at the B. F. Milnamow property in Maple Park destroyed the barn and threatened nearby structures. Sycamore volunteers traveled to assist or observe as flames consumed the central barn in the village.
Hugh Fee of DeKalb was fined 100 and costs, jailed 15 days, for allegedly driving while intoxicated and taking part in an accident. Other federal prisoners from Chicago for narcotics violations were freed today after their sentences expired.
A rubbish fire in the basement of Citizens National Bank sparked early today before opening. The fire department quickly tackled the blaze, leaving only a smoky odor with no material damage reported and minimal chemical use.
Grace Schmeiding through her attorney filed for divorce from Merrill Schmeiding alleging cruelty and repeated beating. She requests dissolution of the marriage and restoration of her maiden name Grace Munson.
Amos Levering of Joliet was arrested Saturday night in Cortland by Sheriff Craw on intoxication charges. He reportedly possessed a quart of moonshine and was set for a county court hearing today.
Six members from DeKalb joined seven local men to march with Voiture 220 in Chicago. They called the event one of the best meetings, praising the wrecking crew's work from evening into Sunday morning. Participants listed: George Boleen Kenneth McNiven Elmer Peterson C C Richards R co Shuster and A K Stiles.
Claiming to restore strength after flu or grippe, the advertisement praises Tanlac for revitalizing the blood and digestive system, boosting appetite, and restoring vigor. It touts a formula from roots and herbs gathered worldwide and urges immediate purchase.
The jeweler's trade paper highlights the D. R. S. plan in a recent issue and notes it may be adopted by a national association. Sycamore has shown considerable interest, with local businessmen watching for results to be matched across the trade.
Fy burne, a rising theatrical magician, entertained a large crowd at the Shriners meeting Friday night. His hour long performance drew reports of exceptional wit and skill, though initial Saturday coverage omitted his segment.
The granite exterior is now being installed at the new bank site and the building framework is being erected. Contractors report ongoing brick deliveries and expect substantial progress over the next two to three months.
Odd Fellows plan a Tuesday night gathering to advance the initiatory degree with the degree team at work on the exemplification.
The Odd Fellows will meet tomorrow evening at the lodge rooms. Officers will conduct routine business in regular form before about an hour of hard drill work. Captain Wallmark aims to improve the work in this degree and has promising ideas to be tried at the session.
Tev Harold Feast, a close friend of Rev FW Field and pastor of Geneva, spoke to the Kiwanis club praising fellowship and city love as essential to worthwhile work. The group announced a sanitary toilet building secured for Annie's Woods, formerly used at Broughton camping grounds, and planned sewer upgrades for readiness.
Passion week begins this Sunday and runs through Easter Sunday with services across the community. First Lutheran outlines a varied evening program with Swedish and English services, including Lord's Supper on Thursday and Good Friday observances at 11 o'clock.
An Easter program by the festival chorus of the First Baptist church drew a large audience at the First Congregational church. Four elaborate anthems showcased the chorus strengths with soloists Mrs Scott Peacock Mrs Clyde Hobart Miss Effie Pearson Dr F LeBlanc Judge H W McEwen and Herbert Carlson in fine voice. Accompanist Mrs Glenn Reynolds delivered magnificent piano support enhancing the performance. The chorus work was smooth and well received.
M G Shelley of 818 Grove street reports suffering backache dizziness and urinary burning after the flu. He used Doan's Pills from Kirchner's Drug Store and says they cured him. Price 60 cents at all dealers. Get Dean's Pills the same that he had from Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
Members sing with precise entrances and blended voices creating a fine organ tone. Three prizes will be given to the top three performers across any class or city, with standings based on overall merit. Reports must be returned in this city before May 1.
An Imperial Sunday School class of a Congregational church launches a statewide contest to determine the foremost class in Illinois. It invites all Sunday schools to enter, sending letters to every superintendent to participate and promote a printed pamphlet detailing the project.
A note advises to wax the chair legs or rockers to prevent floor scratches on polished surfaces. The tip highlights using wax on furniture bottoms to avoid marring floors and maintain a smooth glide.
A small ad promotes Jeevoptik Eye Wash with camphor hydrastis and witeh bagel claimed to strengthen weak or strained eyes. Lavoptik is said to act quickly and an aluminum eye cup is listed as free with purchase. Shop at Kirchner's Doug Stare on 259 Lincoln Highway.
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