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Newspaper
Dekalb Daily Chronicle
Location
Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1918
Page
2
Two flyers Billig and Laut navigate engine trouble and darkness to complete a 10 mile night return trip from Macon landing at Fort Varley. Residents assist with a side car battery light while the moonlight guides them past orchards and fields back to their camp.
A light failed during a landing but the craft touched down safely as landing lights along the hangars helped the pilot judge the field. Residents from nearby towns heard the drone and rushed out to see a bright flare from the exhaust before flames appeared.
Greene and Ristey of Mt Carmel prepare a petition for an injunction to stop the highway commission and state from selling bonds for the road project. A Mt Carmel merchant will lend his name to the suit. The case will move in Sangamon county circuit court and may go to the supreme court after a decision.
War work pressures led to enlargement of yards dry docks and new structures. Expenditures totaled 193 164458 dollars for fiscal year 1918. The Bureau of Yards and Docks reported 652 public work contracts and 224 completed between July 1 and October 1. CARD OF THANKS expresses gratitude for sympathy following bereavement and flowers.
United Press dispatch reports the extradition of Harry K Thaw to New York for kidnapping and assault charges. Thaw is held in Philadelphia on an assault against Frederick Gump of Kansas City. District Attorney Swan said a request will go to Governor-elect Smith when he takes office January 1.
The British government has allotted 40,000 tons of shipping to help bring American troops home during December. A telegram from Shipping Board Chairman Harley said progress has been made in this work.
The Bureau of Navigation’s annual report states the navy must be increased above the present authorized strength. It notes the force has grown from about 56,000 to 500,000 men, highlighting substantial expansion and the need for ongoing growth.
Senator Poindexter of Washington introduced a resolution for an investigation by the Senate Military Affairs Committee into the ordnance and quartermaster departments. He hinted at treasonous activity that may have delayed production of guns and shells, noting executions of traitors and spies early in the war and suggesting better men’s lives could have been saved.
Rev. Gilbert Goin of Ellwood Ind announces meetings at Malta Town Hall. The first gathering is set for Thursday night this week. Want ads vet results.
DeKalb bowlers faced Sycamore at Ballou Olson alleys in a return game after a loss last week. Lineups and scores show DeKalb totals 781, 784, 829 for 2394 while Sycamore tallies were 411, 483, 507, 2280. Next match is planned for Monday.
Influenza and colds force the closing of Maple Park Public School as a precaution. Principal Floyd Shafer and teachers Myrtle Wood and Clara Hubbard are home indefinitely. Grading work continues in town with Chicago North Western workers in the railroad yards. Carl Lothson undergoes an appendicitis operation at the city hospital and Wes Osgood remains a patient there with the epidemic.
A historical note states influenza prevention is easier than curing it. The remark reflects a cautious, community minded view on health measures and care approaches. It emphasizes proactive hygiene and vaccines as effective safeguards.
A long standing 20 year tablet form product advertised as standard remedy. Claims to break up a cold in 24 hours and relieve grip in 3 days with a money back guarantee. Box features a red top and Kit branding. Available at all drug stores.
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