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Newspaper
Dekalb Daily Chronicle
Location
Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1923
Page
2
The Chronicle is represented in Sycamore by Harvey Fant of 656 Edward Street who will take orders for delivery. Subscribers not receiving the paper regularly should notify Harvey by calling L-691.
In a tense basketball game Batavia dominated early scoring 35 to 15 as Syecamer faced a tough defense. Syramory struggled to breach Arch Raiders defense, with limited success from the arc and few high-percentage looks.
Yesterday afternoon at the high school the sophomores hosted a Christmas party for the student body. Marjorie Wilken gave a welcome, Silvie Montcomers played piano, Louies Wrich led a singing section, and the Sophomore Girl Chorus performed. The program closed with the play A Real Christmas.
A Te GEST meeting at the Sycamore Methodist church discussed continuing gymnasium classes for business men. Plans aim to begin with Friday evenings and include exercises, volley ball, and games to keep attendees fit.
Masses will be held at St Marys Church with services at 9 45 and other times. Several children will receive their first holy communion. George Butson has returned home to spend Christmas from his work at Folinots.
Christmas services will be held Sunday at the Congregational Church with a cantata The Birth of Christ to be presented Sunday evening. Rehearsals have been underway for weeks and about 40 participants have worked under Miss Loella Dunnine. Special Christmas music will be offered at all church services.
Local residents and visitors share holiday travel and shopping activity in Genoa Belvidere and nearby towns. Mrs H Hermanson, daughter, and multiple families are listed among shoppers and travelers. scenes include church gatherings, a Rainbow Class hostess, and community events with speeches and an oyster supper.
A baby boy born to Mr and Mrs Charles Fuller last Thursday at the city hospital died Thursday after a brief illness. The infant had been sick since birth and efforts to prolong life were unsuccessful.
Reports from Elgin and vicinity recount family events and visits, including births, illnesses, and social gatherings. Highlights include the Stephenson family welcoming a son, George Campbell’s pleurisy, the Koeneke Thimble Club election of officers, and residents traveling to Madison and Belvidere for holidays. A Belvidere hospital note details a serious horse riding accident involving 18 year old Howard Gray, with recovery expected. Community activities include birthday surprise for Mrs Vosburg and upcoming Christmas programs at local churches.
Members of the Masonic lodge held their annual officer election during an oyster supper on Thursday evening. Charles Cole was elected worshipful master, joining a slate of newly chosen leaders as the organization gathered for the ceremonial meal and fellowship.
Esmonds host a family dinner Sunday December 16 honoring newlyweds Forest Taylor and Ernest Taylor. George Berg is thrown from a horse Friday noon, breaking his leg. Dr. Crowell of Rochelle sets it. A shower is planned for Hazel Hintzsche December 29. Miss Hintzsche to wed Joby McKenzie early next year.
St Louis remains the nation s leading horse and mule market with robust trade. North Broadway no longer the hub as buyers move to nearby districts though the market still sees Latin American and Caribbean government purchases. Prices range from 25 to 100 dollars per head as Cuba and Spain procure for police and campaign needs.
A playful exchange shows the wife accusing a fishmonger of overcharging for six fish as the husband admits catching six on Saturday. The wife notes the seller has made a mistake again.
A new oil lamp promises brighter white light than gas or electricity. Government and 35 universities tested it as superior to 10 ordinary lamps, with no odor smoke or noise. It uses air and 6 percent kerosene, with a 10 day free trial and a chance to earn monthly commissions.
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