Pleads for Teachers Strong Reasons
J Stanley Brown president of DeKalb State Normal School urged Rockford High students to join teaching amid a severe teacher shortage. He warned salaries rise as supply shrinks and that two years post high school training plus normal college credit yields a portable teaching certificate. Brown stressed leadership and the need for capable teachers to sustain a republic.
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J. Stanley Brown
DeKalb State Normal School
Rockford High School
Ilinois
Brown
Washington
Jefferson
Franklin
Myst
Burton Named for Member of Tariff Board
Ex Senator Burton of Ohio was nominated by President Wilson as a member of the United States tariff commission to fill Taussig’s vacancy. Martin W. Gillan of Wisconsin was named for the vacancy on the shipping board created by Robinson’s resignation. Both are Republicans.
Express office limited by embargo from strike
Very little activity at the express office today due to a complete embargo caused by a strike. The Q.R.S. roll company of Chicago has halted shipments here and perishables are scarce as goods move only slowly after clearance elsewhere.
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Q.R.S. Roll Company of
Chicago
Flame of the Flesh star for Fox at Star theatre
Washington April 13 hearings halted as foreign relations panel delays peace resolutions due to strike preventing members from reaching the capital. At the Star theatre tonight Flames of the Flesh a photo drama stars Gladys Brockwell Candace a dual character. Also Damaged No Goods two part comedy with performances at 7 30 and 9 00 adults 20 cents children 10 cents war tax included.
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Washington, D. C
Agenate Foreign Relations Committee
Washington
Star
William Fox
Star Theatre
Gladys Brockwell
Candace
Couan
Baptists Hold Fine Banquet At First Baptist Church
About 50 to 75 men attended a social supper last night at the First Baptist church hosted by church members. Dinner at 6 45 followed by speeches led by Rev W R Yard promoting the inter church world movement. The evening was successful and more sessions are planned.
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First Baptist Church
W. R. Yard
Dentists to Hold State Meeting at Geneva on Wednesday
Dentists from various parts of the state plan a Wednesday gathering at Geneva. A number of local doctors will attend and the meeting is expected to draw a large delegation due to the proven value of such assemblies.
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Geneva
Concert Tonight At Normal School Auditorium
Miss Matilda Turnock of Chicago and Axel Carlson of this city present a concert at the normal school auditorium this evening. Proceeds aid local youths pursuing musical studies in Europe. Several hundred tickets sold. many more at the door. Program includes works by Curran, Rachmaninoff, Lieurance, Handel, Brahms, Massenet, Mozart and Rubenstein among others. Miss Turnock and Mr Carlson perform with piano accompaniment.
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Matilda Turnock
Chicago
Axel Carlson
Europe
Curran
Tournock
Minneton- Lieurance
Kneider
Carlson Moe Oats Armourers
Reas
DeKoyen
Death Claims Aged Cortland County Resident Elizabeth Havens
Miss Elizabeth Havens of Cortland died this morning at the home of her nephew in Belvidere after a long illness. Aged over 50 years in Cortland, she is survived by a sister Mrs Josephine Townsend and a brother A Havens. Funeral arrangements to be announced later.
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Cortland
Imade
Thomas Kelly Dies in Rochester After Illness
Thomas Kelly of DeWitt Iowa died at Mayo Brothers hospital in Rochester Minnesota after a period of illness. His wife Grace Smith Kelly died about five years ago and her death hastened his. He is survived by three children Louis Mary and Emily. The funeral will be held at their DeWitt home on a yet undisclosed date.
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Thomas Kelly
DeWitt
Iowa
Mayo Brothers Hospital
Rochester
Minn
Bonus for Privates Raises War Service Grant Plans
United Press reports a bonus plan approved by the House bonus committee would grant about 3,000,000 service members a one dollar per day bonus for wartime service. The program aims at under one billion dollars funded by a half percent sales tax, with four equal installments and exemptions for certain groups. The plan estimates average bonus near 300 dollars, pending treasury estimates, and faces congressional debate on tax structure and exemptions for small farmers and low-cost purchases.
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United) Press
Washington, D. C
Army
Navy
Marine Corps
House
Wis
Treasury Department
Congress
House Committee
Dassing
Flour famine scare in Deku area unfounded
Local merchants report ample flour supplies and dismiss the circulating scare as a rumor. If a strike persisted, shipments would halt and shortages could occur, but at present there is no real basis for concern.
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Tne
Dekuiaree
Bend
Fisher Anglers Readying Gear for Season
Local anglers overhaul gear and prepare for the regular fishing season. Ten have been out of ropos with poor results, but warm weather promises good fishing in streams for a few weeks.
Local Police Escort Boys Home After Fearful Encounter
Last night two local boys at a friend's house were escorted safely to their homes by Officer Martin after an impression of a man following them prompted fears. The event prompted police to respond and ensure the youths' safety.
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Martin
House Votes for Palmer to Probe Graft Losses
In Washington on April 15 the House approved 297 to 4 a resolution urging Attorney General Palmer to initiate a grand jury investigation and civil suit to recover losses alleged from the cost plus system in building army camps.
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Washington
D. C
House Today
Palmer
Wood Returns to Duty Called by Strike Acts
General Leonard Wood ends his leave and cancels speaking engagements. He resumes command of the central department in Chicago, citing the railroad strike situation and his duty to be ready for any urgent service.
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Central Department of the Army
Wood
Chicago
Elks Install Officers for Coming Year in Tasth Evening
The Rik Club hosted a fall installation for the coming year with Exalted Ruler J. Chambers Leading Knight M Milo Oakland and other officers elected or installed. Willis Joseph, the outgoing Exalted Ruler, was chosen to attend the grand lodge convention, with Judge Pond as alternate. A light function followed the meeting with cards and camaraderie.
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Rik Club
PhD
Jnven
J. Chambers
Rangey
Emery
Milo Oakland
C. A. Anderson
Tytler
G. Bassett
Willis Joseph
Grand Lodge
Judge Pond
Fuller Not to Blame for the Bad Road in West
Road Commissioner Frank Fuller receives unwarranted criticism from residents and tourists west of town. The state let the cement road contract, so Fuller has no responsibility for the road’s condition. Contractors say work will be finished by Decoration Day.
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Frank Fuller
Fuller
Puller
Plans Ready for Houses by Local Builder Broughton
Charles Broughton intends to build houses and has completed plans. Those interested may view them by calling at his office. Strikes have delayed materials and stalled erection despite plans being ready.
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Eet Bae 4
Charles Broughton
Political primary struggles and local civic efforts described
Reports from Illinois towns detail Republican county committee battles and expected support for Lowden. Voter interest varies by city from mild in Rock Island to light in Peoria, with broader remarks on national figures Edwards McAdoo and Johnson. DeKalb covers Americanization drive and the planned May 4 event led by local officials.
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Hiram Johnson
Johnson
Lowden
Edwards
McAdoo
Chicago
Springfield
Republican County Committee
Peoria
Galesboro
Sugar costs blamed on Wilson over wartime policy
Washington April 13 sugar would cost no more than 1 cent per pound if President Wilson had authorized the sugar equalization board to buy the Cohen and Louisiana crops George Zabriskie chair of the board told the house judiciary subcommittee investigation sugar The action of Attorney General Palmer in allowing the Louisiana sugar growers to charge 17 cents for these crops has had the effect of increasing prices of all soft goods across the country The attorney general's action was a mistake Zabriskie declared
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Droeser
Washington, D. C
Susar
Wilson Ids August
Sugar Equalization Board
Louisiana
George Zabriskie
Unm
House Judiciary
Deckfeld
Zabriskie
Empress in Germany Reportedly Gravely Ill at Retreat
Bevin Germany April 19 The former empress of Germany is reported seriously ill at her retreat in Nolt and death expected shortly The Deutsche Zeitung notes she has suffered heart disease and other ailments recently attributed to the strain of the war ministry closures The report cites hospital sources and court circles without detailing names or exact locations
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Unibet Press
Bevin
Germany
Nolt
Deuteche Zeitung
Tein
Trick Dog Sent To City Theater After Show
Mrs Seymour announces a valuable four trick dog seized after a Saturday show at the Autoery. Police wired that the dog should be sent to the Chicago Theatre this week via Mr Puller, with the letter noting the dog’s value and ownership.
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City Theater
Mine union clash topples state court orders
Following the example of district president Alexander Howard, Mine Workers official Tay disregarded a summons to appear before the Kansas industrial count. Twenty five had been called. D ran ordered the search for contempt of court. Jamie Todge raises on the 25.
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Pinsbay
Tively
Alemander Howard Hesse
Tay
Kansas
Diran
Srfor
Jamie Todge
Water wagon moves again through dusty streets
The old water wagon is back on the streets moving slowly against the hot weather dust. It signals summer returning as residents note its presence since early July and its reliability amid the dry spell.
Rail Board Appointments Aim to End Rail Strike
Washington April 13. A bill to bar strikes on railroads was introduced by Senator Edge of New Jersey. President Wilson appointed the railroad labor board to settle wage disputes under the Cummins law with three representatives each for labor and management and three public members. The board awaits Senate confirmation and can subpoena witnesses as it investigates the strike, with Cummins seeking amendments to speed start in Washington.
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Bulletin
Washington, D. C
Senator Edge
New Jersey
Republican
Washington
D.C
Wilson
Pait and Labor Board
Haehe Cnininins Ta
G. W. W Henert
Tenry Hae
Honavor
Cincinati
Ro M Barton
Tennessee
Abbert Phillis
Alo
Wharton
J. Forrester
Dorsee
Railroad Taber Board
Tameulty
Cnded
Palmer
Pennsylvania
New York Central
Senate
Interstate Commerce Committee
Pnce
Tion
Nnlafenganil Regatis
Chileeaston
Cummins
Local firm buys store it occupies in historic deal
The deed shows Olsten and Norrly ownership of the building they rent from J. Soline for twenty years. Olsten and mehy have occupied the property for four decades. The proposed sale had been under discussion for two weeks and closed this morning.
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Cro Eatomy
saVien Olsten & Norrly
J. Soline
Olsten
Ireland Grips Nation As Nationwide Strike Closes Streets
Dublin April 1 nationwide strike halted commercial activity across southwest Ireland. Sinn Fein prisoners featured in protests against British hunger policies. No trams or street cars operating. stores and saloons shut.
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Dublin
Ireland
Sinn Fein
Stockholders of Elgin Motor Company Attend Chicago Meeting
A large group of local Elgin Motor Company stockholders traveled to Chicago for the annual stockholders meeting. They expect a dividend to be declared and speak confidently about the company’s prospects.
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Motor Company
Chicago
Elgin Motor Company
Better Today The Report On Local Woman
The condition of Mrs. C. F. Toen higes is very much improved according to reports from the home today. She was taken ill last Friday and since that time has been at the home of Mrs. M. D. Shipman. Her heart trouble, once thought serious, has almost disappeared and she will likely be moved home soon.
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C. F. Toenhiges
Toenhiges
M. D. Shipman
Germans Begin Evacuation of Ruhr Troops
Paris April 13 The German delegation confirmed a report that evacuation of Ruhr districts by Reichswehr troops has begun. Withdrawal will continue until troops are reduced to the level set by the August protocol, permitting a limited police force in the area.
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PEY Pipe Inews
Paris
Ruhr
Reichswehr
New York Rail Strike Shows First Break in New Haven Yardmen Return
United Press reports the first break in the outlaw railroad workers strike in the New York district as switch men and yardmen in New Haven yards resume duty. The overall strike remains active west and east with government action anticipated within 24 hours. Major hubs like Burlington Iowa Milwaukee St Louis see disruptions and arrests surface in Kansas City.
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United Press
New York, N. Y
New York
New Haven
Br. M. Hebberling
Switchmen's Union of North Ameri
Kansas City
Hannibal
Burlington
Iowa
Milwaukee
St. Louis
Texas
Oklahoma City
Kansas
Syracuse
Army Bill Cut to the Limit by the House
The House military affairs committee completed the army appropriation bill for the next fiscal year. It authorizes 877,000,000 dollars, about 605,000,000 less than the War Department requested. The measure assumes a military strength of 175,000 troops and 16,000 officers.
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United Dress
Washington, D. C
House Military Affaires Committee
War Department
Freight Trains Halted by Strike Across Rail Line
Railroad strike halts freight movement while passenger service mostly stays on schedule. Local residents near the tracks report reduced noise with trains nearly stopped today. Chronicle Want Ad.
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Cit
Lowden Edges Wood In Illinois Primary Vote
Precincts report a light morning but after lunch the tally rises as Lowden appears to hold a commanding lead statewide. Cook County remains pivotal with Thompson forces in play while General Wood supporters hope for a stronger downstate showing. polls close at five and rapid counting is expected.
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Lowder
General Wood
Hiram Johnson
California
DeKalb
Deport
Lowden
River City Vote Opposes Water Intake From Canal
Citizens from Peoria and surrounding river cities unite to oppose increasing water flow via the Chicago Sanitary District canal to the Mississippi river. Minnesota Valley Protective Association formed with Eugene Brown as president and Wills Evans as secretary. They warn the canal’s dry season withdrawals harm the Illinois river, aiming to block any rate increase to divert more water into the Mississippi.
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Peoria
Itneta
Lake Michigan
Ulinois River
Miinely
Chicago
Diinois
French Buyer Secures Four Horses in DeKalb Stables
Gas Marks a French export buyer who visited DeKalb yesterday and bought four of the best horses from Swanson Livery. The French government hires men here to purchase and ship horses to France to ease wartime shortages. Verr Car, currently in DeKalb, plans to move to Cortland but will remain tied to his present station locally.
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France
DeKalb
Swanson
Verr Car
de Kalb
Cortland
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