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Newspaper
Dekalb Daily Chronicle
Location
Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1923
Page
1
A fragmented sheet lists political chatter around Hughes, calling campaign propaganda. The piece mentions theater shows and local performances alongside unclear notes about candidates and public discourse.
Local Elks group urges additional contributions to the Good Cheer Fund. The drive aims to boost support for holiday assistance and community welfare, with organizers outlining timing, goals, and how to donate.
A garbled report surveys marriage and divorce statistics for DeKalb County over recent years, noting rising divorces during wartime and peaks in 1922 while dating marriages to levels around 26 235 across the state. The piece references a 1996 release and contemplates economic factors and prospective research into the patterns of matrimony and dispensation.
One line ad synopsis notes stage events at Waterman Theatre with a Christmas Day comedy drama at Princess and Star Theatres. Mentions Davy's five-piece orchestra and a temporary Hue band, invites patrons to see the pictured acts without naming titles.
John Mason a suspected farmer from New York Street faces a serious charge as his appeal for clemency stalls. The board adjourned for a month making his parole status unclear while testimony highlighted his model prison behavior and foreign liaison. The case, heard in DeKalb County circuit court, involves a petition for clemency filed in September and a complex sequence of proceedings extending into November.
A Kiwanis meeting scheduled weekly faces postponement due to Christmas observances. Officials moved the regular gathering to allow merchants to prepare for Christmas activities lasting Christmas Day. The plan includes a charity effort at Prin and Star theatres to attract patrons and support holiday offerings.
La Verte Gertrude Norris welcomed as the newborn heiress to the Norris fortune. Deloca Angell Norris, mother and artist Laster Norris father, reports the infant named for family grandmothers. Both mother and daughter were reported doing well.
S M Hunt appointed by DeKalb Chamber of Commerce to join Wertatte legislative conference committee. He accepts and receives a letter from President John H Camlin inviting DeKalb business leaders to craft a constructive platform for state matters. The effort aims to unite civic groups and encourage support for a declared policy program. A separate note touts a local film showing, promising a wide release and ahead-of-Chicago premieres on Christmas Day at Princess and Star theatres.
Mrs Doane born near Richville New York April 20 1842 died December 20 at daughter’s home West Lincoln Highway aged 81 years eight months. She leaves daughter Carrie four grandchildren and six great grandchildren with many friends and kin. Funeral services were held at the Willett home and burial at Malta cemetery.
Ted Smiley of East Lincoln High was in a motor mishap while driving to the country. His Ford truck tipped near Cortland corners but he escaped with minor injuries before the vehicle was towed to Yocum's garage for repairs. A Christmas Eve dance at IL O F hall by the Boosters features Davy's orchestra at 7.
The Roumanian minister was recalled and left Athens for Bucharest signaling a break in relations after the expulsion of King George and Queen Elizabeth. Premier Gonatas resigned amid republican pressure as Greeks await the national assembly. The Greek yacht Daphne carried the deposed monarchs toward Roumania via the Bosporus.
United Press reports from Mexico City say federal forces moved toward Puebla with a goal to occupy the city by Saturday. West front successes near Gualadajara left the rebels under Estrada likely to fight soon, while eastern front rebels suffer defeats and oil tanks were destroyed by retreating forces. Obregon’s army claims enough arms and munitions for 201000 men if needed, though such a large force may not be required.
Illinois Republicans and Democrats unite to bring the Democratic national convention to Chicago. A committee led by Edward N. Hurley was named to direct the effort, with Fred W. Upham elected vice chairman. Brennan says financial hurdles will be met and backs a Chicago site supported by allies including Murphy of New York and Taggart of Indiana.
O H Shaver, famed Shaver shoe shop owner, is home recovering from stomach trouble and recent tooth extractions. He expects to return to his store soon, though eating remains limited. Meanwhile the Christmas DeLuxe film “Her Temporary Husband” plays at the Princeess and Star theatres as a big laugh riot.
Springfield MI December 22 The Service Recognition Board sold 15 million dollars in soldier bonus bonds to Continental and Commercial Bank of Chicago at a premium of 124 200. The premium equates to 100 83 per 100. The Guaranty Company of New York bid 71 500 for the bonds equaling 100 477 per 100. On motion of Adjutant General Carlos Black the board accepted the Chicago bankers bid.
Clifford G. Sweet Jr., 19, son of Aurora dance teacher and longtime proprietor of Sweet's Academy, was killed in a motorcycle crash in San Diego, California. A telegram to F. E. Robinson and a forthcoming letter supplied the only details. The family, former Aurora residents, had moved to San Diego 12 years ago and operated the Aurora apartments on Park Boulevard.
The Chronicle reports illness of Miss Esther Beckman, a telephone operator, suffering from quinsy. Hope for a rapid recovery and return to duties at the switchboard.
J. W. Brown, engineer, was killed when the engine of the Dixie flyer on the Nashville Chattanooga and St Louis railroad from Chicago to Atlanta turned over at Kenesaw at seven each morning. Officials reported no cars overturning and no passengers injured.
Patrons are informed the public library will not open Sunday afternoon or Monday evening or Christmas day. Since moving to the Chronicle building second floor the librarians have stacked volumes and welcome the holiday break. Christmas dinner will be served at the Bell.
Washington reports Wednesday citing Senator Wheeler of Montana who says Hughes aimed his attack on progressives in the Senate and condemns the Russia policy as propaganda of hate. In Moscow, Tchitcherin challenges Hughes to prove documents depicted as communist propaganda and calls for their withdrawal if not shown. Washington asserts the documents are genuine and reserves action, while Sekloff and Zenziev denounce the papers as forgeries.
Washington, Dec. 22. President Coolidge and the Duke of Sutherland, a British air ministry official, discussed the idea of an international conference to limit submarines and aircraft but agreed that the present moment is not suitable. They noted such a conference could be feasible in the future when conditions in Europe permit wider participation.
Christmas season entertainment spotlights the comedy Her Temporary Husband playing at the Princess and Star theatres on Christmas day. Cast and show details are highlighted as the festive cinema option.
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