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Newspaper
Dekalb Daily Chronicle
Location
Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1926
Page
1
Funds for DeKalb Christmas baskets are running short and many families risk a meager dinner. Mrs. W Boardman, who leads the relief effort, appeals for Good Fellows to donate within days. Donations may be left with Mrs. S W Boardman, E E Embree, or The Chronicle office. all gifts go to baskets to be delivered Friday.
Chicago December 21 Charles M Upham business director of the American road builders association arrives to plan the 24th annual convention. He declares motoring restores health and modern roads have made Chicago one of the healthiest cities in the world. The congress will bring 35000 delegates January 10 to 16, marked as good roads week. A 3 million dollar road machinery exhibit is prepared at the Coliseum and nearby buildings.
Reports from the Carlson family say Mrs Charles Carlson, recently struck by a car at Second and Franklin, has a double fracture of the pelvic bone and suffers constant pain. Only relatives have access to her room for several days. Mr Carlson, injured in the same incident, is improving and was propped in bed briefly yesterday.
Special for Christmas with 10 varieties of apples from $1.25 per bit. Try our fancy oranges, grapefruit and nuts. Buy your fresh dressed poultry here. A quart of cranberries free with very goose or der. We deliver. Prank Roberts & Sons, 120 E Locust St, Phone 1415. Chinese Brass the gift that lasts in many beautiful uses.
President Coolidge joins late Christmas shoppers through his mill aide Col. Sherwood A. Cheney who has been busy shopping for packages. Most purchases appear to be books as Cheney brings armloads from various stores.
Springfield dispatch notes two houses prepare for a short session with familiar measures revived. The state police bill eight hour day for women and county health superintendent proposals return amid opposition from labor and women groups. Reapportionment fights loom as John Fergus presses for action. Business interests seek repeal of the anti injunction law, likely to stay.
Three hunters from Cicero arrested for hunting on the game preserve returned to Chicago and settled with Judge Sheridan Corey. Each paid 50 dollars plus costs after bail. They planned to appeal to senators and representatives, but W. J. Stratton remained unmoved amid reported political pressure.
Joe Tracey formerly in charge of the Nelson farm dairy on North First Street reports he is in DeSmet South Dakota working at a drug store. He plans to stay in the state during winter months as deliveries statewide are promised by the Flower Store and related ads.
Harold J. Croarkin, 26, confessed killer of six year old Walter Schmith, faces a Cook County grand jury for a first degree murder indictment. State's Attorney Crowe vows to press for a death sentence within 30 days, detailing evidence and Croarkin's re-enactment of the crime.
E Wirtz arrived in the city from Brownfield Texas after learning of his brother George Wirtzs death in Gallup New Mexico Funeral services were held there and the remains were taken to Brownfield for final rites Mr Wirtz who died of Theumania had been in poor health for some time He left Hinckley about 35 years ago and resided in the south He is survived by his brother a son and other relatives
Local residents report night thefts of colored light globes from illuminated Christmas trees in yards. One family lost several globe sets, and a homeowner plans to lie in wait with a rock salt loaded shotgun. Also advertised are evergreen grave blankets, flowers, and various gifts from local stores, including types of typewriters and holiday deliveries.
Senate considers the rivers bill with a vote expected while the House weighs the agriculture appropriation bill. The Appropriations Committee reviews war department and independent offices bills and the Military Committee holds a regular meeting. The Interstate and Foreign Commerce Committee reviews miscellaneous measures.
Postmaster Olsen reports DeKalb mail carriers and clerks overwhelmed by a surge in Christmas mail. A special parcel window and extended hours till eight p m aid patrons, with one delivery planned for Christmas day but no rural routes. Staff expect business to top last year by hundreds of dollars.
According to Secretary O G Olwin of the Chamber of Commerce stores in the city will close on Christmas and New Year day. Both holidays fall on Saturday this year, yielding two consecutive days of closure each time. Grocery and meat markets have not finalized plans and may open for a few hours on the holidays.
Neighbors plan Christmas dinner for ten Best children after a blaze that damaged their Springfield ML home. Mrs Best suffered severe burns while trying to reach oil and kerosene stored in the attic and lit a candle to get a tree ornament. She saved two children then collapsed and was taken to a hospital.
New York reports a sharp gain in the Victor line where Speyer and company and J. and W. Seligman announced the purchase of the Vie chine company. Bankers paid 115 a share, later selling at 155. The unrealized margin reaches about 10 million dollars if prices hold.
Former DeKalb musician R E West, later in Chicago theatres, now stars at Denver Rialto Theatre. On KLZ 11 p.m. Mondays his hour of organ music draws vast fan mail from California, New York, Hawaii and beyond. Local readers praise his entertaining novelty offerings and audience interaction. The feature marks a rising radio personality with strong station and organ support.
Col. Frank L. Smith accepts Gov Small appointment to finish Illinois term in the U S Senate. He plans to present credentials after Christmas and faces GOP leaders urging him to decline amid a slush fund controversy. Senate may move to deny Smith when he arrives in Washington.
Mr and Mrs Simon Lawson and Carl Peterson residents of Rockford sustained minor injuries when their automobile collided with a milk truck a few miles east of Sycamore on Sunday. The car was damaged. they received care from a Sycamore surgeon and then went to a relative’s home near Sycamore. They were en route to visit relatives with news of Mrs Lawson’s mother’s death in Sweden.
The Kiwanis club announced a Monday noon meeting and a Christmas party for the youngsters, with over 100 expected guests. S. F. Parson spoke on Swedish Christmas customs from his youth, entertaining members. Harry Wagner was voted into membership at yesterday’s gathering.
In Kearny New Jersey on December 21 the Sacred Heart orphanage faced a hollow Christmas as a fire destroyed gifts valued at 3000 dollars meant for about 160 girls. Local charities quickly started a fund to replace the lost packages and restore holiday cheer.
United States and Panama outline iron clad provisions for canal defense and control. Panama commits to turn over territory for wireless, radio, and aviation operations during hostilities. Joint licenses required for aircraft. radio imports must be licensed by Panama. Article IX allows US operated radio stations open for public service. Perpetual US control of Manzanillo island granted. Panama denies US sovereignty claim over the canal zone.
The Chronicle lists De Kalb youths attending the University of Illinois this year but misses Henry and Wake Embree and Miss Selma Hobler due to an oversight by the registration department. Also notes Christmas baskets and table trees on display at The Flower Store.
Prominent figures in a major scandal face exposure today as investigations unfold shaking the sport’s foundations. The developments promise significant repercussions for governance and legitimacy.
Reportedly Judge Landis prepared to disclose a major scandal tied to the 1919 season. Rumors centered on a Cleveland fix to throw a game to Detroit on September 25 1919 to alter AL standings. Names like Tris Speaker Joe Wood and Dutel were linked in ongoing investigations.
Captain John Rohweder, 29, detained on a technical charge of homicide and negligence following the sinking of the Linseed King in the Hudson. He is in hospital with submersion and pneumonia fears, awaiting arraignment if discharged. At least 38 laborers drown. 10 identified.
Friends of Mr and Mrs Ellsworth report their five year old son John Ronan was taken to St Marys for treatment. The family notes he has not been in the nest of Reali the past few days and it was best he receive care at the hospital.
Finnish Auditorium hosts a concert and dance featuring Viola Turpeinen and John Dahl tonight. Admission is 20 cents with tickets available at the university bookstore and a nearby drug store. The event takes place Monday evening at Ademist Church on Dec 27.
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