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Newspaper
Dekalb Daily Chronicle
Location
Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1924
Page
2
Merchants report lighter last minute crowds as shoppers begin early buying for Christmas. Many buyers placed orders for engraved cards and novelties before November, reducing rush. Some still plan a final day surge, but overall activity spreads over weeks rather than peaking at the last minute.
The American Legion basketball team travels to Rochelle this evening for their season debut against Rochelle’s Legion squad. The rosters include many local Legion members, signaling strong support. Home games are planned with at least ten scheduled, and a two game ticket grants access to all home contests at a reasonable price.
A string of lights was reported stolen from a Christmas tree on the main street last evening after the lights were turned on for the first time. Efforts to replace the white lights with colored hue were stated today, with many approving the decoration plan though some say colored globes would be more Christmas-like. It is unclear if the change can be made.
The Gauther-Smith lunch room was sold Monday morning to Carlson and Rice, two well known local young men. The restaurant has run a prosperous business, and the new owners plan to continue the successful practice with the support of many residents who wish them well.
The circuit court met with Judge M F Slusser presiding this afternoon. Judge William Fulton led yesterday's session which extended late. Attorney Thomas Cliffe for E A Sheller was refused a motion for a bill of particulars after a lengthy argument. A decision is anticipated today in the land transaction case of Dr Jans and William Fredericks.
Fidelis society of Jem Lutheran church plans a two day bazaar this afternoon and tomorrow afternoon and evening. Lunch will be served. Ladies have prepared booths with fancy goods Christmas gifts and other articles for sale plus a large bake sale booth.
The board of supervisors works through the day finishing reports from officers and committees. A full report on the session will be issued once all duties are completed.
Remodeling of the Pierce Trust and Savings bank expects completion by December 15 with the first floor ready for occupancy early next week. Basement work will start after that and take additional time to finish, though the new building will be a valued community addition with rapid progress on the first floor interior.
Sport fans in Sycamore anticipate two basketball games as Batavia visits for the second Little Seven contest of the season. The lightweight match starts at 7 30 p m with the heavyweight event to follow. Tickets have sold well and hospitality is expected to draw many fans for the first home appearance of Batavia this season.
Members selling tickets report a large turnout for the Ku Klux Klan dance at Pierce Hall this evening. It is announced as the last event before the Christmas holidays, with expected high attendance after active ticket sales across the community.
A large initiation of a new member is planned for Tuesday night at the Elks lodge camore. Grand District Deputy Isaacson of Rock Island is expected for the regular inspection, making the session one of the most important in weeks.
Mrs W W Bailey a longtime resident died at Rochelle hospital after several months illness. She had been a patient for several weeks and funeral notices will appear in the Chronicle tomorrow evening. The death was announced in the city at about ten this morning.
Dr. G W Nesbit has been confined to his home for several days though not seriously ill. He rests well and plans to return to his office later this week. In his absence Miss Nell Bollinger handles calls and office work while many friends express concern.
Mrs William Pigott returns home Monday from Geneva hospital after an automobile accident on the Lincoln Highway near Geneva. She sprained a ankle and sustained a cut over the eye and is rapidly recovering.
Simple buckthorn bark magnesium sulphur and glycerine mixed in Adieri relieves gas on the stomach unless due to deep seated causes. The pleasant and quick action will surprise you. Adierika is an excellent intestinal evacuant it often works in one hour and never grips. Kirchner's Drug Store 259 Lincoln Highway Malta Jacobs Bridgewater.
A well known woman who fractured her left arm and shoulder after falling against an open kitchen door last week shows rapid improvement. She is resting more easily and pain is greatly reduced after the fall. A misstep on a slick floor preceded the injury, with the door impact noted.
Elias H. Mortimer, government's star witness in the Forbes Thompson graft case, testifies that Colonel Forbes damaged his marriage and that he would have kept quiet if not for Forbes attention to Mrs Mortimer. Mortimer admits guilt and says money and favors kept Forbes loyal, while noting the impact on his home and family. He accuses Forbes of alienating his wife and says he would reveal truth to protect family. The testimony unfolds during cross examination by Randolph Laughlin.
News from Elgin reports Mrs Fredericks remains in very serious condition with no material change observed in her health. Friends in the city are anxious for word of any improvement as concern grows over her recovery. America’s first law school opened in Philadelphia in 1790.
The Sycamore American Legion Auxiliary will hold its regualr meeting this evening with the principal event the election of officers for 1825. Reports on work and several committees will be presented, including a report on America and plans for Armistice Day. Members are urged to attend.
Catarrh described as a local disease influenced by constitution. Halls Catarrh Medic has an ointment for quick relief and an internal tonic that acts through the blood on mucous surfaces. Sold by druggists for over 40 years. F J Cheney Co Toledo Ohio.
The Senate approved a navy appropriation of 111 billion dollars for eight new cruisers and the reconditioning of six battleships after a compromise brokered during the first session. Curtis, the new Republican leader, helped clear remaining issues and the measure was pushed toward final action.
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