First of New Roads to Be Ordered Next Month Farm Hand Killed
Dawsen Kerns a 50 year old farm hand employed by Ralph Howison was killed while unloading corn by an elevator. His jacket caught on a shaft causing strangulation. Coroner C H Wilkinson impaneled a jury which found accidental death by strangulation after brief deliberation. Kerns, from Kentucky, had worked on the farm about ten years and left a son. funeral arrangements not set.
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Dawsen Kerns
Ralph Howison
C. H. Wilkinson
Bluford Finley
Ralph J. Howson
Kerns
Gerns
Iken
Howison
Carener and Jury
Kern
Viicinity
Kentucky
Negro Admits Murder of Railroad Cop in Illinois
Carlinville Alabama December 22 40 Ps George Dennie a Negro arrested after the killing of Officer Staats on December 27 has signed two confessions admitting guilt as the murderer State's Attorney Harlan said the confessions were signed December 6 but not released until today In his statements Dennie admits firing the shot that struck Staats in the head as the officer checked a freight car of the Chicago and Alton regarding two men wanted for a robbery at Gou frey He was arrested at Gunker Hill and taken back to the county jail and he indicated he would plead guilty at arraignment in January.
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George Dennie
George Stats
Ber
Harlan
Dennie
Staats
Chicago
Alton Tain
Goufrey
Gunker Hill
Wrist Breaks in Four Places on Icy Pavement Fall
News from DeKalb reports Mrs. W. H. Hobbs of Woodstock sustained a serious wrist injury after slipping on an apparent pool of water that proved to be ice. She fell while en route to Christmas shopping, breaking her wrist in four places. Her daughter Mrs. Terry Redmond and son Thomas Hobbs reside in the city.
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W. H. Hobbs
Woodstock
Terry Redmond
Thomas Hobbs
Hobbs
DeKalb
Christmas Special at Frank Roberts & Sons
Special offers on 10 varieties of apples from 1 dollar all the way up. Fancy oranges pears and nuts advertised. Fresh dressed poultry and a quart of cranberries free with every order. Delivery available from Frank Roberts & Sons at 120 E Locust St. Phone 515. Also display of Christmas baskets at The Flower Store. Various holiday goods and extra value items advertised.
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Frank Roberts & Sons
Locust St
Christmas shoppers witness odd burglary arrest in Spemefield
A fifty year old man wearing tight fitting pearl trousers and bell bottoms drew attention as he and his 20 year old son were arrested amid a burglary probe. Detectives among the throng identified them at a shop, with loot including mismatched socks and other items found at a residence.
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Spemefield
Bers
Swichery
Big Tax Cut Expected Before 1928 Election
Washington reports Treasury experts project a $100 million to $500 million tax reduction as the 70th Congress opens in December 1927. Wealthy individuals and major corporations would gain most, while small taxpayers see little effect. The plan would repeal some war taxes and aims to trim $2 billion from 1921 to spring 1928, aided by a Treasury surplus and lower debt interest.
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Treasury
Congress
Gaza
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Jeter
Magician Entertains Rotary Club at Luncheon
Mr and Mrs Brush, appearing at the high school this afternoon for student entertainment, were the Rotary luncheon entertainers. Mr Brush performs magic tricks while Mrs Brush sings, delivering a pleasing program enjoyed by Rotarians.
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Rotary
Mr. Brush
Emperor Yoshihito Illicit Declines Amid Pneumonia Crisis
Reports from Hayama Japan state Emperor Yoshihito remains critically ill with pneumonia. A villa bulletin notes delirium at times, pulse 136 and respiration 33 overnight. Prince Regent and cabinet reassemble at the palace as concern rises.
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Japan
Yoshihito
Qaulace
Floods Devastate Cumberland and Kentucky Rivers
Reports from Kentucky and Tennessee describe severe flooding from Mood waters washing out roads and isolating towns like Dineville and Ha i. Five men are believed drowned near Catlettsburg after a bridge span failure on the Bix Sandy river. N Nashville endures telephones out and flooded streets as two days of rain spawn widespread flood conditions. Chicago reports baseball’s crisis after Ty Cobb and Tris Speaker are named in a betting scandal, prompting resignations and a debate on the sport’s integrity.
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Kentucky
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Hai
Trafic
Manchester
Catlettsburg
Bix Sandy
Dix
Denville
Bergum Howard
Calvin Goings
Valley View
Pineville
Newton
Nashville
Tenn
U.R
Middle Tennessee
Weather Bureau
Husband Hired Gang To Beat His Wife Story
Three bandits told in court a tale that the beating and robbery of Mrs. Feldman came at the urging of her husband. They accused Jack Schewell of running a gambling house and arranging the assault to pressure Feldman. Mrs. Feldman suffered severe injuries. Feldman denied the charges as a warrant for Schewell was issued and sentencing postponed for a full hearing.
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Chicago
U.P
Jack Schewell
William Feldman
Feldman
Schewell
Services for Conlin Held This Morning
Funeral services for Charles Conlin were held this morning at St. Mary's church with many relatives and friends in attendance. He died suddenly Sunday night at his home on the South Malta road and was buried in St. Mary's cemetery. A well known local farmer he left a widow two children three brothers and three sisters.
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St. Mary's Church
Charles Conlin
Malta Road
St. Mary's
Conlin
Fight Over Senate Seat Delays Illinois Nominee Credentials
Washington reports the battle to seat Frank L. Smith from Illinois continues as he arrives to present credentials. Senate opponents fear immediate admission could trigger a prolonged fight and possibly a special session after Christmas. Reed committee cited irregularities in Pennsylvania, offering no action recommendations.
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BD. C
Frank L. Smith
Illnois
Len Small
Illinois
Smith
William McKinley
Ashurst
Senate
Small
D. C
U.P
Pennsylvania
Oresen
Missouri
Reed
Arm In Cast After Dodging Auto In Busy Month
Willard Wirtz of Normal Road will wear a arm cast for about four weeks after slipping on wet pavement while crossing a street to avoid an automobile. The injury was not fully realized until the next day, when pain intensified and a surgeon confirmed a break. Coroner C. H. Wilkinson reports a busy period since December 1, with three coroner inquiries requiring juries, signaling heightened mortality in the county as 1927 begins.
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W. W. Wirtz
Normal Road
C. H. Wilkinson
Wilkinson
Dennis
Senate rushes interior bill as rivers and harbors pass
Washington, Dec. 22 U P The rivers and harbors bill cleared the senate amid disorder and earlier House approval. The measure totals 70 million dollars for projects including Cape Cod canal 11 5 million Missouri River improvement Kansas City to Sioux City channel 12 million Minors River work and Great Lakes water dispute left to courts. Debate highlighted by shouting and charges of pork with Senator King of Utah decrying the bill as the worst yet.
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Utah
House
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Kansas City
Sioux City
Congress
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Yuma Valley
Senate
Christmas Gatherings Banned in Kaukana Wisconsin
In Kaukana Wisconsin on December 22 a Christmas gathering ban was issued due to a diphtheria threat. Dr W N Nolan ordered cancellation of festivities to protect the health of local children.
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Kaukana
Wis
W. N. Nolan
Liquor Raids in East St Louis Target Saloons
East St Louis raids by about 50 federal agents result in 27 men and five women arrested for liquor law violations. Madden, deputy prohibition administrator, says operations will continue to disrupt eggnog production ahead of Christmas.
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Iil
U.R
Prohibition
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Illino
Jamie
Chicago
Springfield
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Kansas City
United States
Arthur Felsen
Railroad Agent Henry Wickler Dies at Fairdale
Henry Wickler a 66 year old railroad agent for Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul at Fairdale the fourth district died of a cerebral hemorrhage about nine o’clock after being found groaning on the office floor by fellow worker William Kearsey. Coroner C H Wilkinson ruled the death. Dr J W Kales testified the body showed life had ended moments before. Wickler who had long served in the railroad, leaves a widow two sons and four daughters. Funeral services will be held tomorrow with burial at Monroe Center and Masonic rites.
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Henry Wickler
Fairdale
Wickler
William Kearsey
Kales
Kearsey
Mr. Wickler
Monroe Center
Masonic Order
Annual Gordo Lottery Decides 1926 Draw in Madrid
A child turned a crank and a globe spun as the Gordo lottery for 1926 was drawn in Madrid. The winning disc bore 17 229 and the duplicAte slip winner received about 2.25 million dollars while the government took in roughly 5 million from selling 60 000 tickets at 285 each. Poinsettias are advertised at The Flower Store with a Dance at Avalon advertised daily.
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Spain
Madrid
Illinois Opens Bids for 138 Miles of Pavement and 52 Bridges
Springfield reports initial steps toward a $10,000,000 hard road system as the public works department advertises bids on 138 miles of pavement 32 miles of grading and 52 bridges with bids due January 17. Governor Small says legal obstacles cleared and 1,000 miles of highway to be contracted in 1927 pending weather.
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Springfield
U.R
Department of Public Works and Buildings
Oscar Carlstrom
Len Small
Decatur
Diana State Line
Tuscola
Willow Hi
Rankin
Snow Delights City Kids on Christmas Vacation
Last night’s snow pleases youngsters across the city as they sled in all areas. Toy stores report strong crowds while schools announce a vacation through January 3. High school students depart early for the Christmas break and will resume classes on January 3.
Field Speaks to Chicago Ministers and Teachers
Dev F W Field pastor of the First Baptist church was honored Mon night as principal speaker at a Hamilton Club gathering in Chicago. The club brings together leading Chicago ministers and college professors to exchange ideas on education, religion, and related topics.
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Dev. F. W. Field
First Baptist Church
Chicago
Hamilton Club
Field
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