24 Apr 1920
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Newspaper
Dekalb Daily Chronicle
Location
Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1920
Page
1
Series of garbled OCR text mentions sugar seizure plans by officials and dates. References attack on distribution, Palmer strategy, and refinery actions. Repeated notes of state and local dealers, with unclear names and places due to degraded text.
A fragmented report from a local high school track meet notes events and times. Mentioned are long jump distances, sprint times, and field event entries with crowd presence and several unnamed participants.
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Secretary Colby told reporters that the United States would recognize the recuific of Acme mine by American authorities. The announcement came in Washington on April 34 amid questions about the project and its status.
President Todas signs the air mail appropriation bill. The action details the funding for early airmail routes and transportation estimates. The bill names the departments involved and outlines the national scope of the program.
In Dekath the Merry Minister Maids stage another popular colored entertainment on Monday night at 8 15. Tickets cost affordable prices with no reserved seats. Shows begin at 7 30 with performances at 8 15. Tickets available at Sills and Kirchner's Drug Stores. Armory doors open early.
A fragmented report describes a city session counting votes, electing two new team locations, and granting committees full power. It notes officials Hanway Hyde and Ansel Sthestand and mentions tax and building use issues amid uncertain details.
Mixed Gerrad Reinlandt and W. Ram any Frederick wed in the Welaltert Astoria in a society crowd. The bride wore a striking overall trimmed with blue balloons and buckets. The groom wore the conventional blue demi.
Miss Bessie Dodds of DeKalb returns from Siberia where she worked for MCA for American forces, arriving aboard the Nankin pursuing a press trip on China Mail liners. She recalls influenza, quarantine, and hopes for more service to troops, praising duty and Far East experiences.
The local post office is returning to normal operations after an express strike caused a rush on parcel post nationwide. Workers report the department is handling parcel post more easily now, though the strike disrupted service and kept staff busy during the peak period.
Gunmen and police continued the hunt for James Letty Lynch suspected in the killing of labor leader Ba wer J Coleman Keres Thursday. Officials questioned several suspects and feared the killer might be slain by criminal elements before officers could identify the culprit.
Army officials seek to reenlist dentists who held commissions during the war. Several dentists were approached to gauge their willingness to return and the bonuses offered, aiming to bolster medical staff for duties.
A quirky vaudeville program titled Musical Oddity performs tonight at Clifford and Bothwell Armory. Petar and other acts entertain with unusual musical sketches and comic routines for local audiences.
A San Remo dispatch reports allied premiers rejected Germany keeping an army of 260000, favoring 103000 under the Versailles treaty. The decision cited Marshal Foch’s plan for a volunteer force and warned against a large professional German army.
Albany April 24 The Assembly passed the Walker bill allowing 2.75 beer and the Senate had approved earlier. The measure heads to Governor Smith who is expected to sign. The Senate also passed a royal option on liquor in cities and defeated the Sutherland bill permitting 12 percent wine with four percent beer.
This afternoon the school and high school teams meet for the first practice of the season. The event acts as a practice and team class session rather than a formal match, marking the start of the season for both squads.
Announcement reports the April 11 meeting of the Airofix company adjourned due to a majority of stockholders not attending. The session was rescheduled for May at the city hall to discuss corporate matters.
The funeral of G H Hoskins was held this afternoon at the residence of the deceased 226 West etrevi th Evens of the Meth Church officiated and the was taken to Fairview Cemetery where it was laid to rest. Armory vaudeville tonight with special scenery.
Police learn three youths named Meadow Hoffman Wade confessed to stealing a car in Elkhart Indiana last Tuesday night. Officers report two lads fled and gave false names as they admitted the theft. Sheriff Decker and Elkhart authorities plan to return the suspects for further statements and upcoming trial.
Paris April 24. Former French premier Joseph Caillaux convicted of haughty acts with the enemy is released after seven days’ confinement. Officials warn that liberation forbids his staying in Paris or other large cities. He leaves Nui Li to return to Paris and then plans to go to the country. His sentence totals three years, with time in solitary confinement credited.
A local club plans to liberate pigeons at seven tomorrow morning with 110 cases on the 1.10 trail. A keeper will open cases at five minute intervals to time each group's journey back to Chicago and compare flight times.
Washington April 24 The withdrawal by Hitchcock from the race to lead the Senate is viewed as breaking the deadlock with Senator Underwood. Underwood’s election by a unanimous vote is believed certain, and Hitchcock’s move is said to aid his reelection prospects.
Washington D C April 24 Senator McNary introduced a bill requiring shoe makers to stamp on every sold pair the manufacturer name and address followed by the price paid. The measure aims to curb theft by making provenance traceable and deterring theft in the shoe trade.
Incomplete returns from Montana show Herbert Hoover leading the GOP presidential preference in the state. Democratic write ins included Wilson Palmer and New Jersey Governor Edwards, with no official Democratic candidates. Senator Hiram Johnson led Republican hopefuls as results from 201 of 1600 precincts placed Johnson at 6512, Wood 1864, Hoover 2, Lowden 146%, and Harding. Mrs Martha Luse of Aurora visits Mrs Martha Shafer in South Fourth Street.
Local farmers and residents in DeKzib county spread over 100 loads of cinders on Tudor road. The work makes the road smoother and capable of handling traffic, with calls for topping it with caps to complete a first class cinder road.
St Louis police say 11 year old Miton Jaeger, claimed as the city's youngest confessed former, admitted writing bad checks after saying boy companions urged him to pass them. He was released to his parents as authorities investigate the chain of similar recent forgeries at a local grocer remembered to have received a counterfeit bill.
The DeKalb American Legion post will contribute to the general fund to decorate graves of deceased comrades in France on Memorial Day. Individuals wishing to contribute should contact HL Fisk, the post adjutant, or leave funds with Phil Landbere at the First National Bank by next Tuesday.
Bute, ont., April 24. Senator Hiram Jolson of California wins in Montana's Republican preference primaries as reforms indicated today. Returns from 130 state precincts show Jolson 6,237, Wood 1,604, Lowden 1,139. Democrats had no presidential candidate. President Wilson leads where names are written.
Will Bristow, an official carrier, has been confined to his home on Lyca more for the past week after an illness. He will miss work at the post office for another week due to the ailment.
Earl Lowman from Chicago testified in the Shabana Milan drainage district No. 1 case before Judge Omt in Sycamore. The suit seeks the amount the district should pay toward the northern outlet and was continued to next Tuesday for further hearing. Lowman appears to recover well after his recent operation.
In New York on April 24 an AFL address by Samuel Gompers is planned for Sunday afternoon. He will outline the federation policies and labor program to be enunciated in his remarks.
County Treasurer urges taxpayers to pay state county town and city taxes to support government services including schools roads parks and libraries. Delinquent taxes accrue a one percent penalty and unpaid lanes will be offered for sale at the courthouse on June 21. Delinquent collections compare to last year with overall sums described.
United States cruiser Salem and destroyer McCassey reach Mazatlan and Popolobampo in response to orders from Secretary Daniels to observe and report. Mexican civil conflict widens with General Gomez advancing toward Tampico petroleum fields while Obregon supporters gain ground in Chihuahua and San Lorenzo river area.
The army recruiting truck, here for a week, departs for St Charles Monday. It has helped recruit many men for the army and assisted former servicemen by saving them the trouble of traveling elsewhere. Local sergeant DePke disputed a prior statement from DeKalb about the recruitment effort.
Report from Standard Oil stations shows fuel dwindling with only seven gallons in stock and two to three gallon rations. No fresh supply in sight as nearby towns face similar shortages except Sycamore where Cooper Oil reports ample gasoline. Lincoln Highway towns north and south also report shortages.
The railroad strike pushes communities to seek extra cinders for road repair. Maple Park has bid to Steel & Wire for cinders to pave roads locally. Freight cost is the only expense, and cinder roads are praised as good or better than travel roads.
Senator Frelinghuysen of New Jersey backs a bill to grant 15 percent coal freight relief in winter to spread costs year round. Coal men oppose, fearing it would remove an excuse to raise prices during winter scarcity. Weather notes Illinois forecast: fair in the northeast tonight and Sunday, cloudy with showers in the south and west, minimal temperature changes.
Washington April 24 Congress saw more appeals for soldier aid legislation than any other measure. Petitions favored immediate enactment of the bonus, while protests against the soldiers bill and tax increases followed. Thirty-eight petitions urged passage since April 1, with 27 opposing the bonus or tax hikes. Universal military training ranked third in petitions. others called for amnesty for political prisoners and Ireland recognition. An amendment to Volstead law allowing sale of high wines and beers was also requested. Armory ballroom tonight offers a fine variety bill from 7:15 to 9:45, with early ad viewing.
In New York on April 24, a contest to the wil l of Cornelius H. Sullivan cousin of “Big Tim” Sullivan was filed by his widow and three sons. The petition seeks annulling the will alleging influence by others and notes one dollar reach. The will leaves three fourths of the estate to Elizabeth Gordon named as a “friend” of Sullivan.
World War II veteran John Henderson won a district court verdict against D. Blanketon of Mitchell for $60,000 in damages after accusing Blanketon of seduction and alienation of his wife while Henderson served in the army. Henderson sought $75,000 in the suit.
April 24 reports show outlaw strike leaders, including John Granat, arrested in Chicago as federal judge Landis prepares to hear cases alleging Lever Act violations. Railway tie ups spread across the Midwest with officials urging return to work. authorities vow action.
Local friends of John H. Jarboe in DeKalb back his bid for chairman of the county board as the board election and highway superintendent choice loom. Other contenders include Frederick Townsend of Sycamore. “dark horses” George Hyde of Paw Paw and H E White of Somonauk. The session will also name three new board members and adjust highway department pay and equipment.
The Royal Arch Masons lodge held a regular meeting last night initiating five candidates into the fifth and sixth degrees with full ceremony. Next Friday night three candidates will take the Royal Arch degree and a large attendance of members is expected.
At the Star Mrs. Charlie Chaplin Mildred Harris stars in Lois Weber's Home, a photoplay hailed as the realest and most beautiful. Earl ery and Joe Rock provide new laughs in Throbs and Thrills, a two reel comedy. Performances continue after 7 15. Adults 25 cents children 15 cents war tax. Special music by the Star orchestra.
Fisher's Circus offers ponies dogs and monkeys in a comedy animal show at Armory vaudeville tonight with a chicken dinner Sunday noon to 2 pm for $1.00 at Hotel Glidden. All Merry Minstrel Maids cast meet Elk's Hall Monday 3 pm for rehearsal for repeat performance Monday evening at Armory.
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