Two Judges Hold Court in DeKalb Circuit Proceedings
Judges Newhall and Fulton preside at a December 22 circuit session handling Nehring Electrical Works v Industrial Commission of Illinois and Ervin Waldo with Newhall affirming the Industrial Board award for Waldo. Other matters include divorce action Anna Anderson v Jens Anderson, temporary alimony orders, and amendments in Martin Garbelman v Emma and Marie Garbelman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newhall
Fulton
Circuit Court
Nehring Electrical Works
Industrial Commission of Illnois
Ervin Waldo
Industrial Commission of Illinois
Electrical
Electrical Works
Industrial Board
Waldo
Martin Garbelman
Emma Hoffman
Marie Garbelman
Hinckley
Master In Chancery
Anna Anderson
Sycamore
Jens Peder Anderson
Hom
DeKalb
Thes
Clifford Anderson
Last Call for Good Fellows Help With Basket Distribution
Mrs S W Boardman requests volunteers with cars and drivers tomorrow afternoon to assist in distributing baskets of good cheer. Meet at the Elks Club after 2 30 o'clock.
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S. W. Boardman
The
Elk's Club
New Ford chassis fire truck ready for use in DeKalb
The city’s new fire department truck, built on a Ford chassis, stands at the Moor Street station awaiting only two ladders and a roof ladder. Fire Chief McEvoy oversaw conversion with Shorty Winstrom handling ironwork. Ed Housel did striping and lettering. The unit carries a chemical tank, 400 feet of hose, axes, and will precede other equipment in an alarm. It will aid farmers and reduce response time, promising savings in its first year.
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DeKalb Friends
Madeline
McEvoy
Shorty
Winstrom
Seagraves
Ed Housel
Finn Youth In Cell Today As Blackmailer
Berne Sirio a Finnish youth from Fresno California who drifted into blackmail is jailed after attempting to collect $50,000 from Mrs. William K Vanderbilt and $20,000 from Leonard Kip Rhinelander. Detectives posing as hoboes trapped him at Battery Park New York as he took the money.
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United Press
New York
N. Y
Berne Sirio
Fresno
Cal
Girio
William K. Vanderbilt
Leonard Kip Rhinelander
Battery Park
Finn
Jersey City Prohibition Raids Seize Liquor In Bulk
Federal agents launched a liquor investigation in Jersey City amid anti saloon league pressure resulting in raids on 22 locations. Seventeen raids failed to yield contraband while a large quantity of liquor was seized. Additional raids were anticipated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press
Jersey City
N. J
Anti-Saloon League
Federal Prohibition
Edith Kelly Ordered to Pay for 55 Pairs of Stockings
A French court in Paris ordered Edith Kelly, former wife of Frank Gould, to immediately pay for 55 pairs of stockings bought in a single month from two Paris shops. The report connects the ruling to a social scene featuring Frank Westphal and his orchestra performing as Columbia record artists at the Avalon Ballroom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press
Paris
France
Edith Kelly
Frank Gould
Frank Westphal
Columbia
Avalon Ball Room
Julotta at Church Swed ish Mission Festivities Highlight Christmas
Christmas services at the Swed ish Mission church include a 3 30 p m Julotta on Christmas morning and a 7 30 p m Christmas day Sunday School festival with an all star DeKalb program featuring Swedish and English performances. Music by choirs soloists and an orchestra and a parade of concerts with many local participants. The event promises a warmly decorated church and joyful attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DeKalb
Ruth Bergstrom
Theodore Carlson
Herald of the Moon
Harry Dahlquist
Evelyn Swanson
Signe Sharp
Dorothy Alinberg
Prince of Peace
Arthur Murray
Linnea Swanson
Jesus
Holmstrom
Mildred Anderson
Marian Swanson
Alex Holm
Stanley Stolpe
Runar Johnson
Ruth Stolpe
Maria Johnson
August Haaslund
Arnold Anderson
Arnold Johnson
Herbert Carlson
Evelyn Carlstrom
Melvin Anderson
James Murray
Sylvia Johnson
Library Closed for Christmas Holiday
The public library will be closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day so staff may enjoy the holiday. Patrons should not leave books in the lobby and the library will reopen Friday, December 26.
Man Not Murdered Bank Officials Find
American war veteran George W. McFillan believed murdered is found alive in Havre. Guaranty Trust Company employee says a letter from McFillan explains his whereabouts.
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United Press
Paris
France
George W. McFillan
Philadelphia
Havre
Guaranty Trust Company Today
McFillan
Weather delays Frank Westphal orchestra at DeKalb theatre
Due to weather conditions the Frank Westphal orchestra cannot perform tonight at the DeKalb theatre but will arrive in time to play for the dance.
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Frank Westphal
DeKalb Theatre
Wright's Xmas Stock Sale Ten Percent Discount
Wednesday at Wright's offers ten percent off all Xmas merchandise left in stock. Items include silk underwear hose handkerchiefs bath robes and novel ties. Prompt shopper savings on remaining inventory.
All Help Seal Sale Drives 1924 Tuberculosis Appeal
Men women and children respond to the tuberculosis association drive and buy double barred Christmas seals. DeKalb and DeKalb county report strong local efforts with school children aiding sales and Governor Preuss of Minnesota publicly backing the drive by naming his newborn son Jule Merkle. Funds support school nurses and examinations to save lives, with checks sent to Warren Hubbard Steamere, president of the DeKalb county group, as last minute efforts aim for top results.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tuberculosis Association
DeKalb
DeKalb County
TieKath
Preuss
Minnesota
National Association
Jule Merkle
Warren Hubbard
McCoy murder trial stalls as defense presses mercy
In Los Angeles on December 23 the McCoy murder case opened with strong district attorney arguments leaving a nervous child witness unsettled. Defense attorney Geistler argued the defendant is on trial for murder, not moral flaws, while bailiffs monitored interruptions from the victim's husband during the proceedings.
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Smea Rress
Los Angeles
Calif
McCoy
Geistler
Peck's Academy Christmas Night Dance and Gift Suggestions
At Peck's Academy a Christmas night dance is planned for families and the Night Hawks six piece band will perform. Gift ideas include books incense burners fountain pens automatic pencils perfume sets and toilet sets from Secord with last minute options.
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Peck
Milwaukee woman Sophia Kindt dies at 76
Mrs. Sophia Kindt, 76, mother of Mrs. James Scott of this city, died in Milwaukee on December 8 after a short illness. Mrs. Scott was in critical condition at Rochelle hospital when the news reached her. A little daughter at the Scott home uncovered letters and telegrams about the death, causing sorrow among relatives here. The Milwaukee death is mourned by many relatives, including Mrs. Scott.
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James Scott
Milwaukee
Sophia Kindt
Scott
Rochelle Hospital
Littl
Victory in German libel suit shields President Ebert
The Berlin court held libel proven against Fascist editor Rocherdt but rejected a six month term. He was sentenced to three months plus costs. The verdict allows President Ebert to compel publication of the ruling, ending a plot to accuse him of treason and force resignation.
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Unitedress
Berlin
Germany
Rocherdt
WHS
Pbeling
Ebert
Junker
Christmas Delays Trial Of Kid McCoy In Los Angeles
Christmas shopping slows the Kid McCoy trial as jurors excuse themselves for holiday packages and carriages. The judge reacts with a smile while attorneys and courtroom officials manage the pause in proceedings.
Rail Gates at First Street Damaged in Crash
Dufford Johnson of the Lincoln Ion had a narrow escape when a Ford crashed through the North Western railroad gates at First Street crossing. One gate was broken but the machine suffered no serious damage. Johnson said his snow covered shoes slipped from the brake pedal after pulling the car out moments earlier. Traffic was held until the gate man opened South First Street.
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Dufford Johnson
Ford
First Street
North Western Railroad
Johnson
Peck
South First Street
Radiogram From Evar Eckberg Reassures Family
Relatives announce a radiogram from Evar Eckberg saying he is fine after three days at sea and enjoying the trip. Friends in DeKalb await his arrival in Sweden and expect postcards soon within a week or two.
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Evar Eckberg
DeKalb
Sweden
DeKalb Theatre Tonight Featuring Lionel Barrymore
A DeKalb Theatre program tonight presents Lionel Barrymore in I Am the Man. Also listed is a big Avalon Christmas Eve dance with Hlins Rhythm Kings providing music praised as one of the campus’s best university orchestras.
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DeKalb Theatre
Lionel Barrymore
Am the
Man
Avalon
Hlins ‘Rhythm Kings
Young Lad in Trouble Over Christmas Gift Theft
Jules Gerlach, a DeKalb youth, admitted taking $19 from an employer safe during holidays while others worked. Police questioned him after a witness saw the act. he was bound over to await grand jury action and additional found money was recovered. His father seeks help and hopes boys' school might reform him.
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Jules Gerlach
Theerand
DeKalb
Severa
C. §. Rowe
Contractor Axel Skoglund Injured In 16 Foot Fall
Axel Skoglund, a well known city contractor, was seriously injured Monday at the east mill of the American Steel and Wire company when he fell about 16 feet from a scaffold. He was taken home by ambulance. the attending surgeon reports no broken bones but orders bed rest for a few days for further examination.
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Cel Skoglund
Axel Skoglund
American Steel & Wire Company
Rockefeller Daughter Issues Bonds On Investment Market
Edith Rockefeller McCormick widow of Harold McCormick and daughter of John D. Rockefeller offers bonds totaling 1 237 500 pounds on the investment market. The issue is tied to the Edith Rockefeller McCormick trust from her divorce and its use remains undisclosed.
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My United Prems
New York
N. Y
Edith Rockefeller McCormick
Chiraco
John D. Rockefeller
Harold McCormick
McCormick
Ganna Walska
Pre-Holiday Coat Sale At East End Style Shop
Local East End shop promotes pre holiday items including coats Christmas cards Christmas tree decorations and wreaths. Store offers seasonal decor to boost Yuletide spirit amid crowds and festive shopping.
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Secors
Death of De Kalb resident John Cheatham announced
Shortly before the Chronicle goes to press word comes that John Cheatham an old and respected De Kalb resident has died after a period of illness Funeral arrangements will be announced tomorrow with details to follow
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John Cheatham
DeKalb
Allies 16 Keep City Cologne Evacuation Stalled
Paris reports Allied leaders will tell Germany that British troops will not evacuate Cologne by January 10 1925 due to Germany's unfulfilled disarmament obligations. Berlin officials accuse the delay of triggering Allied response to German evacuation pressure as Cologne zone fate remains unresolved.
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United Press
Paris
France
Germany
Cologne
Berlin
Interallied
Marshal Foch
Council of Interallied
London
Austen Chamberlain
Great Britain
Chamberlain
Britain
Brice
Illinois Glee Club Guests at Apollo Party
Officials at the Apollo Piano factory announced the Illinois University Glee Club will attend the companys annual holiday party. The chorus is expected to perform at the party opening then proceed to the theatre for the evening program. The singers and their guests will return to the Innovation for post theatre merriment with city youths.
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Apollo Piano Factory
Illlnois University Glee Club
Woman Faints in Lobby of Local Postoffice
Mrs. Hanson of Haish avenue fainted in the lobby of a postoffice while waiting yesterday. Her sister Mrs. Clayton Kennedy could not prevent the fall. Harry Nelson, who assisted, also fell but protected Mrs. Hanson’s head. She revived quickly and went home with Postmaster Olsen.
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Hanson
Haish Avenue
Uné Postoffice
Clayton Kennedy
Harry Nelson
Mrs. Hanson
Olsen
Christmas Doll Blowout At Secor’s Store
Before Christmas Secor’s clears out stock on Mamma Dolls priced to sell. Fully dressed, unbreakable heads, many at two dollars and higher originally. Dolls marked down to 9 cents to 3 dollars, a giant bargain for shoppers.
Parachute Tragedy Hits Night Airmail Flight
In a Geneva inquest, Clarence Gilbert and Charles Gilbert are linked to a fatal night airmail crash. A parachute failure during a Christmas gifts drop caused a 1000 to 1500 foot fall over Kaneville field. Christner testified the life saver failed to reopen as the plane tumbled, with wreckage found near McGirr field.
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Maywood
Charles Gilbert
Clarence C. Gilbert
Cimas Mail
Kaneville
Geneva
C. D. Christner
Santa Claus
Ling
Kert
Omaha
McGirr
Atville
Christner
deveTt
Bert
Linken
Merwood
der T. O. Sculley
Traifim
Biles
George Daw
Ville
Gilbert
Orboard Feld
R. L. Wagner
Ward Air Lane
Omeha
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Mildred Rubeck
Genoa
Elmer Rubeck
Goodrich
Esmond
Ednah J. Goodrich
Secor
Bulletin
Illinois
Var Halsad Skona
Wright's
Orange
Peck’s Academy
Kid McCoy
Srate
Lad
Rockefeller
Illinois Glee Club
Postoffice
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