American and French leaders praise U S war effort
In a speech at the War College Washington the French premier Georges Clemenceau extolled United States support in World War I and pledged to return to France with hope that America will remain a friend. He cited Wilson and Allied efforts as decisive for victory and warned Germans that peace must come with Allied strength.
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United Press
Washington, D. C
Europe
Thcn
France
Georges Cea
Ce S. Army
War College
Omage
America
Arlington
United States
Woodrow Wilson
Simevica
Felus
Nessemonceau
United Ites
Great Britain
Emrly
America Seeks Freedom to Send Warships Worldwide
In Switzerland on December 6 Richard Child, an American delegate at the Near East Conference, argued that the United States supports full freedom for merchant and warships to navigate the Dardanelles. He said America would not accept exclusion of warships from the Black Sea and endorsed unrestricted access for vessels.
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Sussane
Switzerland
Richard Child
Amer
Near East
America
Anywell
Merica
Black Sea
Ear Ailment Delays Irving Ferrell at Theatre
Irving Ferrell suffers with an ear infection following a cold. Report notes his condition may affect upcoming theatre performances and may delay his appearance until his ear improves.
Normal School Board Meets at State College
Normal School Board members gathered at the state teachers college for building inspections and plans for the coming year. They will consider appropriations, were introduced to students and faculty, and heard brief remarks on National Education Week from A M Shelton and Francis G Blair.
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Normal School Board
State Teachers College
A. M. Shelton
Public
Francis G Blair
Normal School
Crystal Lake
Henry A. Neil
Charleston
Elmer T Walker
McComb
Frank B. Stir
el Paso
William B. Owen
Chicago
Roland Bridges
Carbondale
Charles L. Capen
Bloomington
John ©. Allen
Monmouth
Francis G. Blair
Springfield
David Felmley
Normal University
L. C. Lord
Carbondale Normal
Faw
Macomb Normal
H. W. Shryock
Atendance
Death by hanging shocks DeKalb residents in Cortland area
Oscar Matteson, a Maple Park area farmer, was found dead by hanging in his barn after an early morning routine. He left home in good health with no known troubles. He leaves a wife two sisters brothers in Sycamore and an adopted child. Funeral plans have not been announced.
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DeKalb
Cortland
Maple Park
Oscar Matteson
Maple Parx
Matteson
Sycamore
George Jackman
Athol I
Byryo
DeKalt
Arol
Byron
Mesdames
H. B. Love
C. W. Holjland
John McQueen
Fehalb
William
Blaine
Yash
Jackman
de- Kalb
Athol
Ness
Haish Avenue
George Murray Returns Home From Veterans Hospital
George Murray comes home from the veterans hospital for a short visit with relatives and friends. Accompanied by a nurse, he is not fully well and the nurse did not feel justified in allowing him to travel alone. Recovery is slow but progress is hoped to allow independence soon.
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George Murray
Veterans’ Hospital
Murray
War Savings Stamps credited at par and 1923 clubs offered
To holders of War Savings Stamps We will credit at par all now registered War Savings Stamps maturing Jan 1 1923 In the Savings Department or issue a Certificate of Deposit in the Commercial Department Eicher will draw interest at 4 the same as other Savings Deposits and Certificates All who have heretofore deposited their War Savings Stamps with phil Bank may return receipt and receive credit in the Savings Department or Certificates in the Commercial Department which will entitle them to interest thereon Wings Deposits made on or before Dec 10th draw interest from Dec 1st FIRST NATIONAL BANK and FIRST TRUST S SAVINGS BANK You may join our 1923 Christmas Savings Club now First National Bank and First Trust savings Bank American Legion Auxiliary picnic supper and guest night Friday Dec Members bring sandwiches for two and two dishes
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Savings
Eicher
Fhil
Savings Department
Commercial
First National Bank
First Trust & Savings Bank
Nine Licenses Issued By the County Clerk
The county clerk reports nine marriage licenses issued this week. Names include Tom Gibbs Jr and Stillman Valing, Anna Peters of Kingston, Alfred More of Yorivile, Angéline Dorsett of Le land, John Case of Melrose Park, Jane Kaye of Chicago, Howard Frederick of Aurora, Marion Slater of Genoa, Lester Jacobs and Martha Heard of Tampica, Oran Evans and Irene McGovern of Clinton township, Elmer Scott and Caroline Bonde of DeKalb, Virdie Miller of Kirkland, Jessie Barnes of Emond, Edward Crebbe and Florence Knight of Cortland.
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Fur County
Charles Talbot
Tom Gibbs
Jr. Stillman Valing
Anna L. Peters
Kingston
Alfred FE. More
Yorivile
Angéline S. Dorsett
Leland
Johm
Melrose Park
Jane C. Kaye
Chicago
Howard P. Frederick
Aurora
Marion G. Slater
Genoa
Lester R. Jacobs
Martha J. Heard
Tampica
Oran E. Evans
Irene McGovern
Clinton Township
Elmer Walter Scott
Carolne Grace Bonde
DeKalb
Virdie E. Miller
Kirkland
Jessie O. Barnes
Eemond
Edward Crebbe
Florence Knight
Cortland
Lectures at College Illuminate Astronomy With Photos
Prof Edward Barnard addressed a State Teachers College audience on photography in astronomy. Slides from Mt Wilson and Yerkes Chicago area observatories illustrated sunspots comets and the moon and stars. The free lecture was sponsored by the Faculty Club as a public event. Burial Notice: George Jackman Dies After Illness in Athol and DeKalb Funeral Set for Tomorrow.
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Edward B. Barnard
State Teachers College
Ua Jing
Yerkes Observatory
Barnard
Willy
Barra
Faculty Club
Stave Teachers College
College Club
Women to Meet Friday for Missionary College Drive
Women of DeKalb plan a Friday meeting at First Lutheran Church to support the Woman’s American Drive raising funds for Christian colleges in Asia and Japan. Mrs. B. F. Pearsall will speak, as Rockefeller’s pledge grants reach toward a two million dollar goal.
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Women of
Elgin
DeKalb
Senator Hicks to Speak at Rochelle Chamber Meeting
Senator Herbert S. Hicks of Roesford will address Rochelle Chamber of Commerce on the proposed Illinois constitution. Rock Island representative Harry McCuskrin will oppose. Annual election of officers to be held. debate on Ricks-Moe Usenra likely open to the public.
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Rochelle
Dec
Herbert S. Hicks
Roesford
Illinois
Rochelle Chamber of Commerce
Hicks
Harry McCuskrin
Rock Island
I. Alnnual
Mrs McCabe Injured While Containing Escaped Horses
Mrs McCabe was injured while helping to corral Leo McCabey horses that broke from a pasture on Sunday. She fell and severely injured her knee, with sprained heels. Doctors say the injury is not serious and friends expect a quick recovery.
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Leo
Rochelle Man Fractures Leg in Auto Mishap
Albert Moore, son of Mr and Mrs George Moore, sustained a leg fracture in a Sunday automobile accident at Compton while en route to Mendota where he works as a cook. He was taken to Compton Hospital and returned home in Rochelle the same day.
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Rochelle
Albert Moore
George Moore
Compton
Wile
Mendota
Moore
Rockford
Edward Schrom
Fear for Crew of W. H Sawyer in Severe December Storm
Security fears for the 40 crew members aboard the steamer W. H Sawyer and two coal barges trapped by a ferocious December storm near Saul St. Marie Michigan. Rescue operations are underway as the vessel struggles amid heavy seas and icy conditions. Strong winds and rough waters hinder alarms and efforts to reach the crew.
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United Press
Saul St. Marie
Mic
W. H Sawyer
Princess Theatre presents Under Two Flags this week
A theater notice announces the Princess Theatre showing Under Two Flags through the week with a single Saturday exception. The ad emphasizes the production will burn in memory for ever.
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Princess
Princess Theatre
Saturdaay
Prize fowls stolen en route to Chicago poultry show
Four men allegedly stole prize white Leghorn fowls valued at 19 000 from an express company en route to a poultry show in Beardstown. The fowls were shipped by Hillsview fam of Beard and are described as white Leghorns. The incident is linked to attempts to prevent the owner from attending the event. ANNUAL COFFEE DRIVE Monarch Coffee drive kickoff announced by J. B. Lindstrom Co. First ton delivered. 6000 pounds planned for December. Wholesale pricing offered. 1923 Christmas Club promoted. banks named as sponsors.
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Chicago
Express Company
Hillsview Fam
Beard
J. B. Lindstrom Co
Monarch
Lindstrom
Exhibit of Work at State College Featured in Weaving and Metals
State teachers college extends invitation to the public for an exhibit of weaving by Miss L Eveline Merritt and silver and other metal work by Paul Harrison's class. The show, featuring work from the last quarter, drew many visitors in the old study hall last evening and will stay open for a few more days.
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State Teachers College
L. Eveline Merritt
Paul Harrison
Fire damages gallery area and art loss in Chicago
A large fire damaged an unoccupied building beside the Thurver art gallery in Chicago, with fifty thousand dollars in damage. Paintings valued at four hundred thousand dollars were saved and returned to the gallery after flames threatened the exhibits. The piece notes a local theatre program at Princess theatre featuring music, comedy, and drama with daily performances 3 00 7 30 and 9 15.
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Anutedress
Chicago
Thurver Art Gallery
Princess Theatre
Taxi Driver Brutally Attacked En Route to Hampshire
Bulletin reports taxi driver Robert Brannock of Star garage at Sycamore beaten by two passengers while four men sought a trip to Hampshire. Vehicle halted between Sycamore and Burlington. Brannock robbed of valuables and left unconscious roadside. Found about an hour later, he was taken to Sycamore and is expected to recover.
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Robert Brannock
Star Garage
Sycamore
Hampshire
Brannock
Burlington
Sheriff's Office
Rotarians Convert Old Pond Into Skating Park
Cold weather spurs Rotarians to convert the old Carter ice house pond into a city skating spot for kids. Plans were discussed weeks ago and with the cold spell, members push to start work soon by filling the pond to capacity. The reservoir holds thousands of gallons and the pond is large enough for youth skating use.
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Ola Carter
Mrs Caffee Found Amid Clara Phillips Escape
Peggy Caffee, chief witness against Clara Phillips in a hammer murder trial, is found in Long Beach after vanishing during Phillips jail escape. Authorities pursue links to possible accomplices and a rumored underground railway aiding Phillips. The case widens as patrols and investigations continue along the California border.
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United Press
Los Angeles
Cal
Peggy Caffee
Clara Phillips
Long Beach
Caffee
Peggy
Phillips
Ess
Coffey
Armour Phillips Phillips
Meadows
Pessy ‘ Caffee
Clara Philips
San Diego
Tia Juana
Calexico
Los Anteclés
Crash Kills Six as Planes Collide at Langley Field
A Langley Field collision between a pursuit plane led by Major Guy L Gearhardt and a Martin bomber captained by Benton Doyle killed six airmen, with two officers among the dead. The crash occurred about 300 feet up, and a board of inquiry was formed. Doyle commanded the Eleventh flying squadron and was a renowned aviator.
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United Press
Norfolk
Langley Field
Guy L. Gerhardt
Martin
Benton Doyle
Guy L. Gearhardt
Iowa
Benton A. Doyle
San Francisco
Arthur Marsick
Cleveland
Leon Roland
Philadelphia
Felix Biumka
Chicago
Tom Jordan
Deepes
Major Gearhardt
Three Blazes Call Firemen In a Few Hours
Firemen answered three local calls within hours in the city. A grass fire near the North plant of the American Steel by the C M G tracks caused minimal damage after quick action. A small blaze in Nick Pesuit s Sixth Street home caused little damage. The Sixth Street garage fire saw panels aflame but extinguished promptly with extinguishers and resumption of work. Citizens urged to prevent soot fires as colder weather nears.
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American Steel
Nick Pesuit
Sixth and
Pine Streets
Hoyt
Sixth Street
One Trainman Killed As Engine Jumps
An eastbound Chesapeake and Ohio passenger train plunged into the New River after derailing on a high trestle the night of December 6. One trainman was killed and another severely injured no passengers were harmed a large boulder from a cliff after a hard freeze is believed to have released on the tracks.
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Cane
Charleston
W. Va
Chesapeake and Ohio
New River
Beekeepers of the State In a Meeting
Beekeepers of the state gathered in Springfield to attend the annual meeting of the Beekeepers State Association. The session will last two days.
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Springfield
Beekeepers State Association
Guess the candle burn time at Princess and Star theatres
Local promotion asks readers to guess how many hours a candle will burn from Thursday 8 PM until extinguished. Submit name and address with hours guessed at Princess box office or by mail to Eternal Flame Dept. Entries due Friday noon December 8. Prizes include passes and tickets to Tom Mix event and Just Tony film.
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Princess Box Office
Eternal Flame Dept
Princess Theatre
DeKalb
Tom Mix
Tony
Star Theatre
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