Five Booze Runners Captured Near Dixon
Five alleged liquor runners were seized near Dixon after police and deputies stopped a shipment worth over $5,000 in pure grain alcohol. The group, traveling in two Buick touring cars and a Cole touring car, faced charges and were jailed in Dixon after a morning arrest following a train yard confusion and a storm that aided the capture.
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North Western Railroad
Nachusa
Joe Miller
Schoenholz
Phillips
Wilson and
Gaffney
Dixon
Sioux City
Iowa
Lincoln Highway
Hartson
North Western Towerman
Chusa
Miller
Nacht
Gus Kohl
Tovman Z. K. Hartson
Nachusa Yaris
Liqn
Trac
Jo Miller
John Gatine
Preson
Gus Keil
Tli
Ned
M. Carpert
Don
Buiekrachir
Dixon Tills
Japs Seek to Retain Good Opinion in United States
Washington reports Japan plans to strengthen ties with the United States through a series of measures. The Japanese diet may issue statements during the mission to emphasize enduring friendship. Race tensions are noted related to California anti alien law and the Yap mandate.
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Washington, D. C
United States
Japan
California
America
Road Maps for Readers and County Plat Book
The article promotes a state map and plat book for motorists and residents. It describes a detailed map of Illinois counties with population data and routes to adjoining states, plus a county plat book showing farm locations and township maps. The publication is praised for accuracy and concise presentation, with a foldable, durable design.
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Chronicle Reaturs
Feemun
Crise
Aoady
de Tailrogas
Gach
Hilnois
Senate
Niso Biv
Frost Inflicts Heavy Damage on Midwestern Fruit
Reports from Iowa Nebraska Kansas and Western Missouri say fruit crops suffered severe losses as temperatures dropped below freezing. A frost warning extended into tonight with readings around 27 degrees in Galesburg Illinois.
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Chicago
Iowa
Nebr
Kansas
Missouri
Galesburg
Til
Dunns Buy Carter Store Property In Local Deal
John Dunn & Son Plumbing firm purchases the Carter property on North Third Street housing Birney's barber shop Western Union Telegraph office and the American Express Company. Possession on May 1 with roofing changes planned later. Dunns have occupied quarters in the Haish building for years and may move soon.
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DUNNS
Carter
North Third Street
Birney
Western Union Telegraph Office
American Express Company
John Dunn & Son
Sunn Plumbing
John Dunn
Haish
Man Released From Custody After Bullies Incident
A man found with an apparent bulldog during a city visit was released from custody after officers deemed him possibly demented. He claimed various stories about his presence, while no inquiries or clear ownership of the dog emerged. He was ordered out of town following police assessment.
DeKalb County Supervisors Set Three Meetings This Year
County board schedules a special session next week in Sycamore to induct new supervisors and organize the board with a chairman and committees. The session is expected to last about three days. Also noted is a Legion Auxiliary meeting at Vassar Swiss rooms at 8:00 PM Tuesday.
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Sycamore
Woman's Auxiliary of American Legion
Vassar Swiss Rooms
Sycamore Woman Dies Afterill in Obscure Lineage
Sycamore woman James Jones, long connected to Deketh and Belvidere families, died after a brief illness. She leaves a daughter and several grandchildren. funeral at Alma Street residence Sunday at 2 PM with Rev. James O May officiating. Interment in Kimwood Cemetery.
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Jawnes
Sim Irene
Mr. James
Darter
Tvet
Urgen
Cmietier
Dane
Peter Bret
Jone
Saale
Janne
Mary
Mary A. Jones
Harry Aable
Hoth
Belvidere
James Harvington
Old
New England
Itte
Alma Street
James O'May
Pater
Methodist Church
Offleitaml
Kimwood Cemetery
City claims property as does railroad
Controversy over a popcorn wagon on the Lincoln Highway near a shoe shining parlor led to a survey. The survey found parts of Benuson and adjacent stores sit on railroad land and that the city lacks a private alley in the area. City officials believe a mistake may have occurred and that an alley exists.
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Will Dulley
Lincoln Highway
Benuson
Bazaar closes tonight after big crowds at Ovi Fellows hall
Tonight the Knights of Columbus bazaar at Ovi Fellows hall will wrap up by midnight with remaining prizes and articles disposed. The event drew large crowds, with the American Steel & Wire band and orchestra providing entertainment. Organizers expect tonight to be the busiest night and will publish prize winners and financial details early next week.
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Knights of Coterubas
Novis
Kent
Mizs
Beth Bane
Mra
Belle Snyder
Borman
American Steel & Wire Han and Orchestra
Warm April Highlighted In Twenty Years Ago Weather
A retrospective notes April twenty years ago as a warm month with a high of 0 degrees on the 29th and cool spells. It records several days above 80 degrees, scattered cloudiness, and a late frost. Ground conditions improved after a storm that did not materialize, per the article.
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Ken
Taper S. McLean
Raittall
Maite
Gruth
Cartier
Yap dispute blamed on Wilson claim sparks protest
Report claims President Wilson's silence on the Yap dispute showed consent to a Four Power plan for Pacific islands. Stephen Lauzanne, editor of Matin, cites a May Washington dispatch noting French officials dispute that silence signaled approval.
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France
Stephen Lauzanne
Matin
Washington
Vivendi
Pacifie Islands
Japagy
Wilson
Moughes
Leon Bourgéoisie
Dies Cambon
Lost balloon found afloat off the coast of Panama City
A deflated balloon thought to be the craft used by five aeronauts from the naval station departed Panama to sea. It was found about 20 miles off Panama City and picked up by a small boat. A seaplane was sent to identify it. no sign of the missing balloonists was reported.
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Pensacola
Naval Station
Panama
Pla
Panama City
Panam City
Naval Base
Program of Congress Get Ready for Fight
The article details the formation of the United States Grain Growers Inc a non stock nonprofit organization to be governed by 22 district directors with ten dollar member ships and a plan to stabilize prices and market grain through a cooperative system. It notes key figures such as Williem G Reichardt Minnis Aricultural Association leaders and a heated debate over marketing and policy.
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Williem G. Reichardt
DeKalb
Hiant
Tiflued States Grain Growers" Corporation
Chicago
United States
United States Grain Growers, Inc
T. S. Grain Growers, Inc
Minols
Wlian G Arkharde
Ipeern
Minnis Aricultural Assciation
Marke
Stronshurst
1. A. A. Grain Marveme
Frad Musee 1 Pern
Thintion
Ite
Texas
Ranier
Ry Tern
Goon Howard
McAn &Irm
Wallace
DeKalb Aims Higher Health Standards This Year
After a state health proclamation, Mayor Wagley announced Nell Swain will lead DeKalb's health promotion week. He notes past years’ efforts were limited by other duties but expects stronger efforts this year to align with the state health board plan.
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Mias Swain
DeKalb
State Board of Health
War Department to Sell Surplus Army Food to Europe
Secretary Weeks asked Congress to authorize the sale of surplus army food supplies to Europe’s starving nations, aiming to channel wartime reserves to relief efforts while coordinating with Senate and House military committees.
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War Department
Europe
Washington, D.C
Sec
War Weeks
Senate and
Houselitary Committee
Warren Bagg Undergoes Another Operation
DeKalb residents learn Warren Bagg, once believed on the road to recovery, must undergo a further operation. Doctors had initially deemed another procedure unnecessary, but later reasons dictated added surgery as the young man faces updates on his condition.
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Warren Bage
Bagg
Waldra
DeKalb Woman's Cousin Killed in Mexico
Mrs. J. M. Bunting of DeKalb received news that her cousin Charles Harrold, 45, was murdered while on a business trip in Mexico. He was stabbed and his throat cut, robbed, and found on a large ranch near Lawton, Oklahoma. He left a wife and four children.
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J. M. Bunting
DeKalb
Onmusin
Charles Harrold
Mexico
Harrold
Lawton
Okla
Dr H Lewis Brooks Returns From Canada Visit
DeKalb specialist Dr H Lewis Brooks arrived home after a week in Canada on business matters. He said the trip was uneventful and after handling his engagements he spent a day or two sightseeing.
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H. Lewis Brooks
Canada
DeKalb
Saturday's Special Offers Two Comedy Acts
Owen Moore stars in a humorous comedy The Chicken in The Case and an Educational comedy Goin Thru the Rye on Saturday. Princess theater promises prompt performances starting at 8.
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Owen Moore
Ftonieht
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Tarifi
Kool
Steange
Man Wite Dgg
Irs
George A. James
American Legion
Great Grain Corporation
Program OF Congress
Britain
United Press
Harding
Congress
House
Oldiers
Dowell
Board For Vocational, Educational and Public Health Service
Alaska
Curtis
Wileyes
Tuaty Curtis
Philippines
Hesaitea Wilson
Pew Capital
Penrose
Secretary of the Treasury
Mellon
London
England
Newcastle
Shields
Northumberland
Bedlincoln
Great Britain
Lloyd George
Triple Alliance
Marquis of Londonderry
Air Council
H. M. Trenchard
King George
Queen Mary
Windsor Castle
Buckingham Palace
Railway and Transport Workers
Liverpool
Rhondda
Cardiff
Glasgow
Scotland
Ramsay Maid
McDonald
Warren Bagg
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