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Newspaper
Dekalb Daily Chronicle
Location
Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1928
Page
2
Polka Brothers plan to equip the Sycamore theatre with Vitaphone and Movietone sound systems, adding full sound effects and extras. The Fargo move would make it an ultra modern venue, with six months lead time for delivery and estimated weekly operating costs around 400 dollars.
Tommy Lawler, longtime mechanic for Knox Motor Sales, leaves to join a Fargo garage after Knox dissolves the business. Lawler cites unprofitable maintenance of the servicing department. The report notes a seasonal rise in drunkenness cases from April to September.
Readers missing the paper should call 194 Sycamore to report and trigger a special evening delivery. The Chronicle asks readers to inform the office when papers are not delivered by six, to ensure carriers meet full service standards.
Community notices list December 13 dance by Kishwaukee Dancing Club, December 20 waffle supper by Ladies Guild, January 8 Woman's Club meeting at 2 30 PM, January 8 dance by Kishwaukee club. Social visits include Mr and Mrs Earl Wylde hosting, Mrs Clifford Johnson theater party, and Harold Engh wild duck dinner at Fargo Hotel.
Twenty prisoners were moved to Chicago today to await arraignment in federal district court. Ten deputy marshals arrived from Chicago to guard the prisoners, who were transported by train in the regular service rather than a special car.
St. Albans fast basketball squad travels to Aurora to face Fox Valley Catholic high school this Saturday in a non conference game.
The Saints seek a win after an unexpected loss to Aurora high school. Coach Johnson has the team rallying hard, and the squad presses for a strong rebound in upcoming games.
The funeral for Mrs. L. C. Morris, longtime Sycamore resident and First Baptist member, was held at the First Baptist church with Reverend Walter officiating. Burial followed at Elmwood cemetery. Survived by husband L. C. Morris, son Paul G. Morris of Los Angeles, and daughters Cornelia Wilson of Indianapolis and Marian and Bertha Morris of Wabash.
Three medical cases were admitted yesterday to the Sycamore hospital. They include Mrs Emma Parnell of Sycamore, Mrs Margaret Michael of Maple Park, and Mrs May Barker of Sycamore. Also admitted was Harry Simson, a prisoner at the county jail, due to threat of pneumonia. The Chicago Furniture Mart building is reported to contain 25,370,000 cubic feet of space.
A famous physician’s prescription, Thoxine, promises quick cough relief without chloroform or dope. It acts on the internal cause, not just the surface, with relief usually on first swallow. Safe for family use, also helps sore throat. Money back guarantee. 35c 60c and 1.00. Sold by Secor's Lenz and other drug stores.
With over $5 000 subscribed and $1 800 left, the Community Chest drive nears completion. An executive meeting at Fargo Hotel preceded morning canvassing by 230 volunteers. House to house efforts prove surprisingly effective, expected to push total past quota within two days.
Mrs. Robert Ferguson and family returned to Creston after spending several weeks in Texas. Burton Blackmore and Fred Sampson attended a stock show in Chicago. Mrs. John Benson shopped in DeKalb. Paul Halverson and relatives from Redfield, South Carolina, visited Creston. A Thanksgiving family dinner was held at H W Colwell's. Louie Vesta funeral near Malta attended by Creston residents. S R Pierce spent a week in Chicago for the stock show. Mrs. S R Pierce returned home after visits in Clair Stocking and Ed Hall attended the Chicago stock show. Rt A Meigs and family hosted a DeKalb visit for Thanksgiving. Dale Luxton of Garden Prairie visited Creston for the weekend. Catherine McKenzie returned to Elmhurst after Thanksgiving in Creston.
The Ohio Grove area reports numerous Thanksgiving visits and dinners. Families including Lindgren Carlson Larson Bergeson Sears Rogers Holland Mull and others shared meals at homes in Fred Carlson Cortland Genoa Maple Park DeKalb and Chicago, with extended gatherings continuing through the week.
The article notes candidates named by President E S Bradt for a forthcoming vote with floor nominations allowed at Friday's meeting. It also reports a male majority in the Irish Free State and soldiers in Mulhouse night duty carrying three red tail lights on their belts.
The chamber will hold an election at Friday's meeting to choose officers for the coming year. Nominees include A. G. Kennedy for president and a vice president candidate. all members are urged to attend to cast their votes.
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