14 Dec 1920
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Newspaper
Dekalb Daily Chronicle
Location
Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1920
Page
1
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Lenders vote to notice tenants as janitors for apartment buildings threaten to strike over rent issues. Landlords face renewed pressure as workers push for action while tenants anticipate potential service disruptions.
President Bert Mardine and party leaders debated wartime policy and partisan calls as Harding’s advisers prepared for a shift in the administration. The article notes Harding’s stance on the peace effort and hints at Taft possibly taking a leading role in the Supreme Court while plans to retire are discussed.
A federal court sentenced a drug clerk in Racine Wisconsin to six months in prison and fined $100 for selling liquor at the drugstore in Waukegan. The defendant claimed the wine was for medicinal use and only sold by the proprietor, with the store keeper allegedly unaware of the illegal sale.
Steel Elks to give dinner to club members this week with local Elks, a banquet menu including ham, potatoes, fish, plums, coffee, and cake. Guests to be entertained by a low piano, and organizers promise a successful event in the winter season.
Chirenge, HL reports hog markets weak with heavy selling and lower prices. Farmers sold heavily amid expectations of falling corn costs, causing broad declines. receipts were large at many yards and prices dropped 2 to 58 cents from prior levels, reaching multi year lows.
Corwin M Cook 72 a former station agent for C N W at Shabbona dies at home after a stroke suffered about a week earlier Survived by sons John and Bernard and daughter Alta and by a former wife Ida Mors whom he had married after his first wife Hattie Sprague He had lived in Shabbona for 20 years and will be buried in Fairview cemetery with funeral at his home tomorrow at 11 o clock
The regular meeting of the Elks was held last evening with many members attending despite heavy rain. Officers approved the business, set plans for the New Year open house, and appointed committees to organize the program. Upstairs dancing and downstairs card play and other amusements were planned, with a light lunch to be served.
The Bird lecture by Dr. C. B. Carpenter at the Methodist church last evening drew hundreds of attendees. The Men’s class sponsored the event, a winter venture featuring bird talks and pictures. Weather for Illinois forecast fair tonight and Wednesday, slightly colder tonight.
George Gipp, Notre Dame star halfback, died at 3 23 a m after a three week illness with pneumonia in South Bend Indiana He was 24 his mother sister and brother at his bedside Water Camp called him the greatest half back of the year Rockne testified the game did not cause his death and noted his athletes must be in perfect shape before play Mathew Gipp said George suffered for years from diseased tonsils
DeKalb residents press for a city nurse, blaming the school board though funds are unavailable. The board cannot finance a nurse and seeks Red Cross support from Chicago, which is busy and has not yet acted. The board remains eager to secure the nurse promptly.
DeKalb residents collectively saved a large amount this year as two local banks paid out Christmas savings club funds. Most account holders did not miss the small payments, and the savings are already prompting new clubs to form for next year starting on the 21st of this month.
The Christmas tree has arrived and several merchants report stock in store. Demand is expected to rise with the return of cold weather, while holly supplies are limited but promised soon.
Local offices report a heavy Christmas package flow as daily mail loads rise at the post office and express station. Extra help will be added soon, though overall shipping is slower this year amid nationwide tightening conditions.
Bombs bound for King Constantine of Greece were discovered in Milan, Italy, several days ago. Two Greeks were said to be in possession of the explosives according to a dispatch to the Daily Mail.
Geraldine Farrar stars as world famed prima donna in The Kiddie Woman at 7:30 and 9:15. Evening performances highlight the bit play with Farrar in a leading role and a famed reception.
Powell's drug store barometer signals upcoming clear cold spell after a sharp drop. Yesterday strong west wind knocked down trees and blocked roads but no injuries reported. Officials note Elgin cyclone risks if summer conditions persisted. forecasts expect clearer, colder days ahead. Mrs. Diser O'Connor traveled from Chicago yesterday.
United Press dispatches from London report Cork under military control as Irish Republican Army bands threaten crown forces near Ulster. Deaths include one policeman and several Sinn Feiners. many wounded and sixteen captured. Cornfields described as wasteland after fighting with widespread looting and arson. Champagne prices noted at sixpence a quart.
The Committee of Seventeen representing grain interests met behind closed doors at the Congress hotel to consider all aspects of grain selling. The third conference since its July appointment aims for a permanent solution and may last the week. Experts may be invited to explain cooperative systems.
The city will not have a Christmas tree this year as business men and various lodges declined to organize it. The outlook is unfavorable and plans are considered shot. Sycamore, by contrast, has a tree up and plans a formal celebration.
Beginning tomorrow evening stores will remain open every evening for ten days to serve Christmas shoppers. The author notes little evidence of a “shop early” mindset among shoppers, likely due to mild weather. Fireworks seem more appealing than gifts for some, while a light snowfall may spark yuletide spirit in business.
United Press reports Geneva dispatch on December 14 noting the League of Nations assembly focused on disarmament. The sixth commission discussed worldwide naval and military cuts and an arms trade ban, with calls to broaden ratification including the United States and to curb the white slave trade.
A December 9 letter to Santa reveals a boy asking for many items including a toy car, Mother Goose books, a gun, trains, a sled, a top, soldiers, a piano, games, a typewriter, propeller airplane, Mother Goose records, a sword, and a strong sack to carry them all. The note shows broad expectations among children this year.
Washington Dec 14 United States Secretary Daniels urged Congress to authorize a new three year shipbuilding program if the nation stays out of the league of nations He warned suspension of new construction would be a grave blunder and pressed completion of the 1916 program to maintain naval supremacy with a plan to add two ships.
United cross Milwaukee December 14 The steel freighter W. B. Crawford grounded in fog near here late yesterday and began pounding to pieces on the rocks today A hole tore in her side and her bow is slowly filling with water.
The Illinois Department of the American Legion appeals for a 50000 Christmas gift to aid 72 state hospitals housing disabled veterans. The drive funds Christmas trees, presents, meals, smokes and ongoing winter programs, with supervision by league officials and post members. The effort aims to support over 4000 veterans in institutions and provide clothing and necessities not covered by government aid.
Mr. Bowker of Malta visited the Chronicle to give his version of the Sunday accident involving Mrs. Yates Bowker and Yates cars. A satisfactory settlement is anticipated between the parties.
An unidentified vehicle went into a ditch on the cement West Lincoln Highway near Malta last evening after a glare from an approaching car blinded the driver. The car, headed for DeKalb, crossed the oncoming lane and plunged over a short embankment. It was pulled out with no serious injuries to occupants or bystanders.
Nina Noakes of Elgin faces trial in Geneva on aiding five escapees from the jail. She was earlier charged with passing bogus checks in Elgin and later linked to the jailbreak plan. Ernest Lewis of Chicago was in town for business and greetings yesterday. The Ladies Auxiliary of the Legion plans its December 14 1920 meeting to elect officers.
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