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Newspaper
Dekalb Daily Chronicle
Location
Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1928
Page
1
Quota for the De Kalb Community Chest is set but exact need is unknown due to Secretary O G Olwin's injury. Officials say the goal is a little over $200 and funds will be raised by voluntary contributions with Christmas seal sales through local organizations.
Bolivia's President Hernando Siles told 20 000 protesters he seeks peace but would fight to defend national honor if forced. In Washington Kellogg says Bolivia will rejoin Pan American conference talks, while Bolivia withdraws and is urged to return. Meantime in Buenos Aires the Bolivian crisis deepens as casualties rise and a cabinet resignation is announced, signaling political instability as regional mediation continues.
The sprinkling filter plant is chosen as the most economical option, with annual operation costs about 5000 dollars less than other types. Power costs total 760 for pumping and 200 for disposal, and the plan leverages existing lateral sewers with minimal assessments. The old disposal site will become the new plant site, saving land and construction costs.
A United Press survey shows thousands of new influenza cases in the western and midwestern United States as the epidemic spreads eastward from the west coast. Authorities report a milder form than 1918 but warn precautions are failing as schools close and cities report rising totals. Illinois and Indiana see notable case increases. Chicago reports five deaths. California and Arizona report progress and regional controls in place.
After months of hard work and several entertainments, the Cortland grammar room yesterday received a piano. A De Kalb dealer delivered the instrument, greatly pleasing the teacher and pupils.
Forelinols reports unsettled conditions persisting tonight and into tomorrow with chances of rain especially in the far northwest. lingering showers, cooler winds, and a dim chance of brief thunder are possible as a front passes.
The Chronicle reports heavy colds and flu disrupt staffing for two days. Foreman Harvey Robinson sick for three days, field man Dave Redmond sidelined, ad man Vernie Pollock home with a severe cold. Advertisers urged to send copy early and subscribers to be patient with late deliveries.
Paul Reed life prisoner for murder of Vernon Plager and affair with Mrs Plager will seek a new trial this Saturday through attorney Charles Linscott. He may seek to shift blame to Mrs Plager if denied. Mrs Plager testified for the state and turned against her lover after the slaying.
Farm Advisor Thomas Roberts of this city attended the American Farm Bureau Federation annual session in Chicago. The convention opened Monday and closes today with farmers from across the state gathering for meetings and discussions.
Nine police officers wounded in five hour siege on Chicago near north side as 16 year old Ernest Whithurst holed up in two story brick house. After deputy commissioners and detectives stormed the room Whithurst died from rifle and shotgun wounds.
Alderman William Waggett of South Second street received word that his brother John Waggett of Chicago died early this morning. Funeral arrangements were not complete. John Waggett, past 60, worked in Chicago's People's Gas and Coke Company office and had served as deputy state fire marshal. He is survived by his widow and one daughter.
The Bolivian president Hernando Siles faces a boundary clash with Paraguay that could trigger war. Anti Paraguayan demonstrations erupt in La Paz while the disputed Chaco region, a swampy oil rich area, remains a flashpoint after recent clashes on the Paraguay river leaving 22 Bolivian troops dead or wounded.
Washington December 12 The public lands committee opened its investigation into Roy O West nominee for secretary of interior. Senators focus on West's 1926 admission of a substantial family stake in Insull utilities, questioning fitness for a post overseeing the water power commission. West said he disposed of some, took Insull advice since 1897, and kept no books for 25 to 26 years. The panel recessed at 2:15 pm without West.
Dee County Farm Bureau members plan tonight’s annual meeting with a 6:30 p.m. dinner at the high school cafeteria. About 700 attendees expected. Earl Smith, president of the Illinois Agricultural Association, heads the program with H. J. White, Thomas Roberts, and Raymond Nelson also slated to speak. A luncheon at Waterman midday spurred plans for the year’s membership drive, sponsored by the Illinois Agricultural Association.
President-Elect Herbert Hoover and party travel toward Buenos Aires on a special train through Argentina. Police report new arrests linked to an anarchist plot. Security along the Transandine route is heightened with troops patrolling bridges, culverts, and passes.
In East St. Louis federal court, testimony links Sheriff Leslie B. Roche of Cairo and 59 alleged associates to a Alexander County liquor conspiracy. Witnesses describe Roche as a wholesale supplier to a retail chain, with raids thwarted and protection payments, while still operators churned thousands of gallons daily.
Buckingham Palace reports an afternoon operation on the king to drain pus from around the base of the right lung. Doctors caution further drainage will be necessary and express cautious hopes for recovery as the prince of Wales heads home from France. A bulletin notes the slight improvement remains, despite the king's prolonged illness.
A DeKalb County American Legion meeting last evening unanimously endorsed Kane County Post’s demand for an investigation into conditions at the St Charles School for Boys. Commander Jack Cain opened the motion. State Patrol Officer Oscar N. Larson seconded it and urged inquiry after escapes and a Geneva resident’s attempted attack on a visitor.
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