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Newspaper
Dekalb Daily Chronicle
Location
Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1923
Page
2
The Chronicle announces Harvey Fant of 656 Edward Street will take paper delivery orders. Subscribers missing issues should notify Harvey by phone L-691.
W. Bo Abbott recently returned to DeKalb from California and shares observations on climate and pace of life. He notes Illinois residents show urgency and that California’s easygoing sense influences his view. Abbott recalls meeting many locals including Mr. and Mrs. Smiley and Mr. and Mrs. Pitirie, extending season greetings through R. F. P. Roly.
Despite inclement weather over 220 people attended the Methodist church bazaar supper. Early in the afternoon shoppers lined up for the sale booths while proceeds and reprints for 2 meat 4 drew interest. Organizers deem the afternoon a success.
Miss Sabin will direct the Central school entertainment tonight featuring Miss Satin in charge of the program. Students perform violin and piano solos plus duels and chorus selections, with about four children already prepared.
Leon Key reports that Ted Bishop who spoke against the Klan in Sycamore will lecture in Rochelle next week. The lectures are planned for Sunday Monday and Tuesday nights with strong interest expected after popular reception in Sycamore. A dance is planned for December 20 in Pierce hall hosted by the 4 committee.
Charles Townsend left for Minnesota several days ago to attend urgent matters. He expects to manage his business within ten days.
Amid heavy rain about ten chairs remained empty as Reverend McEldowsey of Florida spoke on the Ku Klux Klan's aims and its stance toward the American flag. Reverend Hoy of Chicago was slated to speak at the evening meeting with limited seating and issued cards for those admitted.
Initiation activities planned over two nights and Tuesday for a large Elk order class. Master Deputy Grand Exalted Louis Pitcher will attend the meeting Tuesday night with invited lodge members from nearby cities to participate in the sessions.
W. P. Eddy assists during the Christmas rush at Wetzel Brothers, taking a position behind the counter as the fast day rush concludes. Former Jewelry department team member Mr Bilt previously served in the store’s jewelry section.
The junior department of the Methodist Sunday school will hold a Christmas party Saturday afternoon at the Social Center Ate Ne. About 72 children are expected to attend with games and entertainments. Mrs Harry Calhoun in charge has prepared for the event. Friday marks the start of the circuit court session with Judge Mazzini Sluseez of DuPage County presiding.
Funeral services for Tom Fagan drew a large crowd including Mr. and Mrs. Mulroyan of Maywood Mr. and Mrs. Mulroyan of Elmhurst Mrs An Leonard and her son Francis and Dan Arimbnister of Belvidere Charles Fagan of Ottwy Joe Pagan and Mrs James Maher of Aurora Johny Farin and family of Joliet Herbert McKenzie and Mr and Mrs Leo Moriavity of Chicago attended.
A sudden fall in temperatures occurred overnight with some rain turning to snow. The cold persisted into early morning with freezing conditions and a forecast for little warmth over the next day.
Washington reports Democrats reject entering a coalition with Progressive factions to break the deadlock over the election of the Interstate Commerce Committee. Senator Robinson states Democrats will not ally with the Progressive group despite attempts to unite against the administration. The muddled dispatch mentions a renamed committee and unrelated hosiery notes.
Dog fanciers here plan a dog exhibit as part of the annual poultry and stock show set for December 31 to January 5. Dates were changed to allow the event in a larger building, aiding exhibitors and attendees.
Catarrhal deafness stems from inflammation of the Eustachian tube lining causing rumbling and hearing loss. The ad promises Halls Catarrh Medicine will rid the system of catarrh and deafness caused by catarrh and notes sales by druggists PF. F. Cheney & Co. Toledo.
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