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Dekalb Daily Chronicle

Location

Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Dec 17, 1924

Page

2

Clinic at Court House Tuberculosis Clinic Open to All

Residents attended a tuberculosis clinic at the court house today under Miss Cecile Cushman. Dr J P Trice of Spring Brook Sanitarium Aurora conducted the exams with Dr Rice cited as an authority on tuberculosis. The service was free and aimed at early detection and treatment in the community.

Court House Cecile Cushman J. P. Trice Springbrook Sanitarium Aurora Rice

Chicago Wrecking Crew to Perform at DeKalb County Initiation

The Chicago wrecking crew has been secured to perform at the DeKalb county class initiation in January. The event will be held at the armory with a large class expected to receive degrees that evening. A dinner is planned as part of the program amid active society involvement.

Stiles la Societe Chicago DeKalb County

County Bankers Meeting Set for Friday in DeKalb County

The DeKalb County Bankers Association plans a noon Friday meeting with a banquet at the Hiks club. A speaker and discussion on local banking problems will follow, marking the first county gathering in some time with representatives from all banks expected.

SIMY Loowenrs Line Sycamore Losis DeKalb County Hiks’ Club

Sycamore Elks Lodge Meeting Hosts Degrees and Banquet

Deputy Isaacsen of Rock Island led a Sycamore Elks gathering last evening with good attendance. DeKalb lodge members attended including Exalted Ruler William Leutbecker. Three candidates received degree work. Mr Isaacson gave an address. Exalted Rulers spoke and a banquet followed. Exalted Ruler William Campbell called the meeting.

Visner Wiser Isaacsen Rock Island Sycamore Elks’ Lodge DeKalb Lodge William Leutbecker Isaacson William Campbell

Cheer Baskets To Be Given Away In Sycamore

The Sycamore Elks plan to distribute Christmas baskets on Wednesday to relieve needy families. The baskets, filled with food, will bring a festive dinner to those who otherwise would miss the holiday. The drive reflects a generous fund to share festive joy with the less fortunate.

Sycamore Sycamore Elks

Small Fire at Valentine Home Causes Minor Damage

A small fire last evening at the George Valentine home on East Sycamore street burned only a few shingles near the chimney. Firefighters responded at seven o clock and quickly controlled the blaze, limiting damage and prompting residents to take precautions after a second call this winter.

George Valentine East Sycamore Street Idhat

Best Flavor Ham and Tongue Preservation Note

A questionable note advises boiling ham and beef tongue and allowing them to cool in their own juices for flavor preservation. The fragment suggests a method for keeping meat moist and flavorful.

DeKalb Post Society Meeting Sunday in Legion Rooms

Sycamore Voiture Locale 207 of the 40 and 8 will hold a special meeting Sunday at 3 PM in the American Legion rooms DeKalb to close this year’s work and discuss plans for a January grand initiation. Sycamore members should assemble at Court theatre at 2 30 PM to travel together.

Sycamore American Legion DeKalb Court Theatre

Dance Club Hosts Record Attendance at Pierce Hall

The 20th Century Dance Club held a party last night at Pierce Hall with attendance far exceeding all earlier events this year. The Paddock orchestra provided the music for the evening.

20Th Century Dance Club Pierce Hall Paddock Orchestra

Missionary and Eastern Star Gather for Meetings and Tea

The Missionary Society meets Thursday afternoon at the church with E G Cooper’s group. A Christmas ceremony tea is planned and all are urged to attend. The Eastern Star held a meeting last evening to discuss installing officers soon, followed by luncheon hosted by the December group.

Ionary Society E.G. Cooper Methodist Chociety Hureh Anne Eastern Star

Miss Dailey Admitted for Medical Treatments

Minnie Dailey was admitted to Ideamore Hospital last evening for medical treatment and is reported to be showing marked improvement. Friends in the city express regret but wish her a speedy recovery. A son was born today to Mr. and Mrs. Ed Peterson. both mother and baby are doing nicely at Sycamore Hospital.

Minnie Dailey Ideamore Hospital Ed Peterson Sycamore Hospital

Obituary for George Semon

George Semon born September 24 1842 died December 2 in Detroit at age 82. Survived by two sons Fred Joseph two daughters Mrs Ella Miller and Mrs Beatriz Barnes three sisters Mrs N Dew Mrs Elmira Hasting Mrs Ed Michels two brothers Christ and Henry Semon. Civil War veteran seventh Ohio National Guards. Funeral at Ella Millers Detroit home with burial in Jackson Michigan cemetery.

George Emu Detroit Michican George Semon East Side Hosteita Mich Fred Joseph M Hila Miller Beatrix Barnes N Dew Elmira Hasting Ed Michels Christ Henry Semon Semon Ohio National Guards Tebala Temple of Roeckods Anderson Commandry No Semyon Romeo Michigan DeKalbang Ella Miller Jackson

Seek Ground Ogle County Plans Public Park in Pines

Isaak Walton League chapter at Polo moves to acquire The Pines for a state owned park. A banquet ending a membership drive drew 125 Waltenians as the executive committee authorizes a special panel to secure options on Pines properties and coordinate with Walton League chapters for cooperative action.

Phe Ries Ogle County Isaak Waiton League Polo Pines Trank Walton League

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