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Newspaper
Dekalb Daily Chronicle
Location
Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1920
Page
1
The Nashville bulletin reports the suffrage amendment vote, with a 52 to 45 tally. The Senate consensus shows division as supporters argue for ratification while opponents question the timing and implications. The House moved toward ratification as the process continues through committee and next steps.
A machine driver veered off a road in a northeast area after experiencing steering issues. Emergency responders examined the scene while neighbors watched, noting minor injuries and no other vehicles involved.
A report notes boys waiting for a school officer at St Charles jail, a note slipped under a door pleading for a cigarette, and questions about examination timing. The text also references local prosecutions and political figures related to county cases and voter sentiment.
A shipment of rail bond securities valued at about 200 000 dollars disappeared while en route from Payne Webber & Co in Milwaukee to its New York office via Chicago. The bonds, sent June 29, were found missing before transfer to New York. A detective offered a 3 dollar reward for information.
Frank Ford of Kanene good roads corporation arrives and discusses dirt street repairs with Major Goodison. He says the best method is to interview residents who want the work and begin immediately if enough responses are gathered. Many residents have visited the mayor in recent days seeking the project.
A young mother died last night after an unspecified incident. The report mentions a time frame around evening, references to local names and places, and a request for a machine operator job advertisement appears amid garbled text.
Partial and unclear notice on railroad tickets and fare policies. It covers round trip and voucher tickets sold before August 26 and redemption rules for travel to August 36, with adjustments for sleeping car or parlor car charges.
Report from De Kalb describes repainting work at the American Steel and Wire company repair project. The red shop or West Mill is being refreshed to keep the steel complex looking new amid ongoing maintenance. For sale notice lists a seven room modern house on Sycamore road with two lots, barn and garage, price $3600. Talbot's Insurance Agency, 220.
Marion Ohio August 17 Intimations Harding may leave his front porch to make several speeches away from Marion in weeks ahead despite earlier promises of only one speech before October 1 Officials of the national organization to discuss the matter at conferences today and tomorrow Harding says if elected he will reverse foreign policies and focus on American problems while seeking world peace.
A number of former businessmen and prospective entrants say they may abandon plans to start shops because fixture manufacturers report orders booked six months ahead and cannot deliver within two months. This delays openings and threatens to derail new ventures.
Enthusiasts from DeKarp and area plan to attend the Klein road races at the renowned speedway near the city watch. The start is set for 12 oclock Hizin time, aligning with Chicago time, one hour ahead of local.
A local notice promotes William Far num in The ous Trouble Maker at the Pri cess Playhouse. Advertisers urge seeing this tonight with a popular screen actor in a lead role.
William G. Eckhardt, newly released from DeKalb posts, travels to California for the Illinois Agricultural Association to study Pacific marketing methods. The trip aims to collect data to guide cooperative marketing policies and could last five to six weeks.
Governor Cox plans opening attack against Senator Harding at the Ohio Democratic state convention. He aims to portray Harding as leading reactionary forces and to energize Democratic prospects for November with a forceful statewide address.
Menard county livestock survey reports a 29 percent drop in cattle and 20 percent in hogs for 1919 to 1920, amid unfavorable industry conditions. Clark county figures show 23 percent fewer cattle and 19 percent fewer hogs, as noted by the county farm bureau and I A A.
DeKalb defeated Rochelle 9 to 3 to clinch the rubber game in their four game set. The win improves DeKalb to three wins in the five game series with Rochelle, setting up potential rematch next Sunday at Rochelle.
L A Evans, an expert accountant, aids the Minors Agricultural Association finance dept to audit county farm bureaus. Treasurer George Fox of Sycamore reports dues paid in full to the American Farm Bureau for the first two quarters, totaling $29,216. Weather for Illinois: partly to tonight and Wednesday warmer.
Miss Line Sonnson was abducted Saturday night by several men in an automobile. She suffered severe injuries and was cut on the arms. She could not identify the attackers, only that they were foreigners. The incident occurred around 7 45 p m and the girl was found by her parents with a handkerchief tied about her neck.
Sunburned and happy, the Epworth Seance delegates of the Methodist church arrived home. They spent mornings studying the bible and listening to lectures by noted men, with afternoons free for recreation. Harriet Larson was elected representative to the Lake Geneva business institute. The group met to decide next year's convention site but did not reach a decision. Another meeting will be held soon.
Rayl Chapman, shortstop for the Cleveland American team, died from injuries after being struck in the head by a pitched ball at the Polo Grounds. The ball, a swift curved pitch by Carl Mays of the New York Yankees, led to his death. Chapman was visiting Herrin, Williamson County, Illinois.
Charnes Ream was at the east works of American Steel and Wire when he fell into an uncovered hole. He struck his face, cutting his jaw and requiring about six stitches, then was taken to the company hospital and home.
Citizens and church leaders denounce government actions against Archbishop Mannix and allied bishops in Ireland. The statement asserts Mannix’s right to criticize the government, while condemning as unlawful measures that bar him from public life.
Several DeKalb residents plan to travel to the Lee County Fair at Amboy this week with most choosing to leave on Thursday.
In Columbus on August 17 Secretary of War Baker told the state Democratic convention that the United States must be a strong force in world affairs and endorsed the league of nations. He criticized Harding's peace plan and hinted at entering the national campaign on league issues to speak to American families before next fall’s election. Senator Harrison of Mississippi will meet Cox tomorrow to discuss a western tour set after the governor’s National Farmer’s Organization address on September 2.
Work to clean benches at Huntley Park began today and will continue through the week. Commissioner Goodison has assigned two men to the task as many seats were in poor condition. Officials expect all benches to be usable by Thursday night for concertgoers.
The Morris cartoons become a permanent Chronicle feature and draw local approval. His drawings are praised for punch without offending readers.
Flora De Voss Company opens tonight at Sixth and Garden streets with a vaudeville between acts. The company features twenty performers and advertises a lively evening for local patrons through the show.
Reports from London Paris and Washington describe fierce battles near Warsaw as Polish forces counterattack and push Russians back across the Bug river. Cavalry tanks and motor boats feature in the fighting while Minsk Pos en and Danzig are focal points.
Final arrangements are under way for cleaning the septic tank near Annie's Woods. Repairs delayed as parts have not arrived. expected by week’s end. Once parts arrive, work will begin promptly on the tank repairs long overdue.
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