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Newspaper
Dekalb Daily Chronicle
Location
Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1920
Page
1
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In a rushed medical sequence a local boy named Warner Hecee faced a complex operation after injuries from an incident. Doctors reported the procedure went ahead under urgent care and the patient is now in stable condition as recovery begins.
Morris High School scrub teams have practiced sessions the past few evenings with newcomers showing good form. There will be no regular practice until after January 1 by conference agreement. the coach has not attended.
Merchants back a Christmas day plan featuring a tree event with candy and peppermint treats. Guards will oversee youth activities as talks precede a Christmas stroll and planned gifts for all children.
A financial program from Washington outlines a one percent tax on all sales to fund a wartime effort. It plans a special session after May 1 to discuss the plan. The measure would shift tax burden and impact government employee force, with an embargo to aid American growers and manufacturers.
The Masonic lodge held its annual meeting and elected officers for the coming year with James Dern as Worthy Master and George Ireland as Senter Warden. Retiring secretary Mr. Smith received a Matonic ring as a token of appreciation for two years of service. The gathering opened with business, then social and lunch, concluding the session.
Oneida Tennessee December 2 masked bandits robbed the local post office last night. Two mail bags for shipment on Southern Railway train No 6 were stolen and a can on a siding appeared to be used to hold up the train. The crew derailed the plan by switching and continuing to Cincinnati without incident.
A fragmented report notes very few complaints about speeding as patrols and enforcement efforts show signs of reducing speed-related incidents. Observers say night traffic on a recent road moved at modest speeds with few cars passing each other.
A report from Grove notes a strong fishing day as anglers brought in a variety of catches including carp and catfish. The group, led by local fishermen, expected a continued season with mild weather prompting gearing up again.
Bandits seized Henry Van Horne a paymaster for Nations Mill Company in Chicago today caused by a chain of events including kidnapping him en route to a bank. The robbers drove through the city in an auto and looted the cash before fleeing.
Washington officials report President Wilson may urge adoption of the league of nations in his forthcoming message to Congress as a remedy for farmer hardships caused by falling agricultural prices. The idea, long supported by Wilson, would, if enacted, ease pressures on agriculture and foreign trade. The move follows discussions in administrative quarters about strengthening support for the league.
Frank Swanstrom, local coin collector, will receive three of the rare coins sold at last week’s Texas auction. The large Swedish minted pieces are among the first forms of money and one measures about nine inches square and is solid copper. Swanstrom’s collection is among the finest and most complete in the region.
A blaze in Lewistown early today destroyed the Odd Fellows building and three adjoining structures with damage estimated at $50,000. The fire, reported by United Press, caused extensive damage before firemen contained it.
Officials urge residents to mail parcel post Christmas packages now to avoid delays caused by a Christmas rush. Many people delay shipping, risking late delivery after the holiday as leftover congestion persists.
The article notes the Christmas shopping push has not begun in the city yet with only ordinary crowds in stores. Merchants expect a large rush once the holiday campaign, or "bus," begins, and most merchants favor encouraging early shopping.
DeKalb residents await the Meadows Memorial Clock for the county long planned to honor soldiers. Howard Clock Co reports a 38 day delivery from November 1 with factory viewing offered for locals in Boston to ease doubts. The fund remains in good standing at First Trust and Savings Bank with plans to fund a speaker for the dedication.
United Press reports Samuel Gompers of the AFL outlines a broad program to curb living costs and corporate profits. He cites factory shutdowns and price maintenance by big firms, urging immediate meat packing and cold storage legislation and tax reform to curb government aid to cooperatives.
Paul Farr agriculture teacher leads his class of boys from the high school to Chicago to spend the day at the International Live Stock show. The group includes Paul Milnamow Anne Ehie Wine ton Guilickson and George O'Brien.
Eight couples from DeKalb area added their names to the November license list. The records show ages ranging from 18 to 32, with couples including Marele H Johnson, Chris Nelson, Leste Criswell, Helen Shafer, Arthur Carlson, Pearl Sandgren, Maurice Rietz, Stella Rimsmider, Sidney Norman, Daniel Leitheit, Sidney Norman, Maurice Webster and others from DeKalb Waterman and Sandwich.
Police report five victims found dead after a fire at a New York theater. Identified victims include Mrs Boswell Reed opera singer Mrs Marjorie Liscomb actress Dr FE M Potter veterinarian and trainer at the Hippodrome Mrs Jennie Jenkins and an unidentified Reed value noted for concert fame.
Mrs Josephine Cone received word that her sister Mrs W S Boze was very ill at her Cary Iowa home. The Bozes formerly lived in Dex Moines and are known to many here. Her illness follows a winter flu attack from which she has not fully recovered.
The League of Nations authorized the United States Brazil and Spain to intervene in Armenia. It followed acceptance by President Wilson of mediation offers from two other nations and rejected Ukraine Liechtenstein and Azerbaijan for membership. Lord Robert Cecil clarified Article XII limits to condemning external aggression and counsels on resisting it.
A new display case was installed today in the store. One man leaned on the case and it tipped in. The case is described as not a regular showcase but a sturdy unit intended solely for cigarettes.
North Dakota's corn crop totaled 17 562 bushels this year per A J Surrat of the United States Bureau of Crop Estimate. The prior year total was 16 748 000 bushels, marking a yield more than one million bushels above the state average and a notable increase this season.
Police raid homes and offices in major cities as they hunt Sinn Fein leaders and sympathizers. Lord Chanan's amendment defeats the home rule bill by creating a north south Irish senate. Raids continue with lists of sympathizers and suspects seized in early morning operations.
Very few former Navy GOs have medals though some local veterans saw service. Only one or two have received the victory medal because they did not apply. Medals available by applying at the recruiting stations in Chicago and must send the original discharge papers.
Mrs. Clara Smith Hamon, sought in the fatal shooting of Jake Hamon, national committeeman and millionaire, reportedly crossed into Mexico after eluding police for over a week. Chauffeur Sallis says she admitted shooting Hamon as he allegedly tried to force her into actions she refused.
Everett Brown president of the National Live Stock Association chaired a meeting attributing elevated meat costs to retailers. He argued meat price surges reflect middlemen margins and consumer demand rather than wholesale supply factors.
The House immigration committee chaired by Representative Albert Johnson in Washington advances a bill to curb entry by many individuals considered undesirables, signaling a push to tighten border controls and eligibility rules.
Two separate fire calls today drew firefighters to 215 South First Street once occupied by T Scott and 713 East Lincoln Highway home of C E Weaver. Crews battled chimney fire and leaves in a trough near a dwelling. quick action prevented further damage.
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