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Newspaper
Dekalb Daily Chronicle
Location
Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1922
Page
2
Rev. James O May leads Christmas food distribution with Elks support. Donations from various groups funded meals packed for small families. Volunteers sort and deliver starting Saturday morning, aiming to reach those in need across the city. Better labor conditions reduced the number of families needing help this year.
William Franklin Sr is father of William Austin a Beloit Wisconsin child who died December 16 at 17 months old from double pneumonia and complications. The infant’s funeral was held in the first city. Other family members are ill and cared for by a nurse. Local friends in Sycamore and vicinity extend sympathy and hope for the family’s improvement.
The article reports a rise in sore throats and colds with doctors noting several patients showing flu like symptoms. Some cases are mild while others leave patients bedridden, raising concern about a potential return of a more severe flu outbreak in Sycamore as weather changes.
Merchants along the street report a strong rush of shoppers starting last night and continuing toward Christmas. Many people unable to reach town before, causing stores to stay open late. retailers call it their busiest night of the week as holiday buying picks up.
Fortress and Canton members postponed their social affair planned for tonight at the Odd Fellows hall. The next meeting will be the first Thursday in January in DeKalb to discuss business and follow with social activities. Mr and Mrs O L Farr are traveling the remainder of the trip in Clare.
Many from Sycamore attended a Christmas program at Five Points school taught by Miss Anna Holmquist. The event featured a play Fist Aid to Santa and student dialogues, with about 75 guests including Brush Point visitors. Refreshments and decorations completed the holiday gathering.
Royal Neighbors hold their annual Christmas party at Woodman Hall tonight with costumes as children and clothes arranged to look like kids for those uncostumed. A tree and many gifts are planned, plus Christmas pieces and musical numbers by the women. Refreshments will be served and guests are asked to bring popcorn balls.
People of Sycamore celebrate Hon. Adam Cliffe after President Harding nominates him for a Chicago federal judgeship. Supporters credit his years of hard work and energy while rivals envy his prospective position. Most expect Senate confirmation and a swift appointment.
Sheriff Edwin and Crawford announce prisoners in the county jail will receive a full Christmas dinner next Monday. Geese have been secured and will be served with all extras so inmates get a home like meal. Crawford has many friends delivering chickens daily from Esmond Genoa DeKalb and other towns, helping keep prisoners well fed and cooperative.
Members of the Sunday School class at the Methodist church hosted their annual Christmas gathering in the church parlors. Younger members performed a short play while others presented pieces and musical selections. Refreshments followed and a large crowd attended.
Batavia teams arrive for Friday night game against Sycamore. Batavia hopes for a decisive win to improve its conference record while Sycamore plans a strong defensive showing. Sweemore aims to rebound after mixed results, seeking a solid standing as Dundee trails with two losses.
Crowds filled Swanson Radio shop to hear a notable concert broadcast by KYW Chicago. Ed Swanson hosted an excellent program with listeners remaining late, enjoying wireless selections from several cities including San Francisco.
Will Pay Fine and Free Booze Runner Clyde Storey who was fined $500 by the county court will be released today when friends from Chicago call at the courthouse and pay his fine. His pal Thomas went home and it is thought the friends who will take care of Storey today.
Local stores report strong results from auxiliary collection boxes for the Salvation Army. Smaller coin boxes in shops and larger coins show good yields as funds will be used to help the poor and to make baskets for soldiers at state institutions.
Local business men in Sycamore urge residents to buy at home for Christmas, arguing home merchants offer strong stock and improvements funded by customers. They note people currently travel to Chicago Rockford and Belvidere, and stress the value of supporting town growth. Mrs. Helen Thackery of De Pauw University visits the Rev James O May’s home over the holidays.
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