Monk Eastman Humbled by Death in New York Morgue
The body of Monk Eastman lies in state at the New York morgue with no claimants. Police fear renewed gang connections as crowds view the former gunman who reformed before being killed by five bullets in Union Square. Funeral plans will draw old associates and police surveillance will continue.
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United Press
New York
Monk Eastman
Gunmar
Union Square
Isis
Monk
Eastman
Hich
Underworld
Knights of Columbus to Host Wednesday Night Tournament
Local lodge to stage a one night elimination championship with five hundred players. Games start at eight o'clock sharp and the losing side buys supper for the winners, promising tough competition for all participants.
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Knights of Columbus
Coal Found Under Farm Sparks Interest Among Locals
The report describes coal traces discovered beneath a farm during excavation by Tillers and workers. Observers note the coal seam appears to extend widely, with machine scoops and large quantities observed, prompting speculation about commercial potential and fuel supply implications.
Vague Riverside Mayoral Race Picks Candidates
Local chatter grows over spring mayoral race as incumbent Frenk Wesley plans to retire after two terms. Former Sheriff Jems reportedly pursues candidacy while Charlie Neweren hints at running. several younger men weigh bids.
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Frenk Wesley
Olen
Auletas
Weather section muddled forecast hints at cold spell
A garbled weather passage references past few days of good conditions and uneasy forecasts. It mentions winter weather concerns and holiday travel uncertainty, with unclear phrases about remaining cold and potential storms.
Firemen Not Called Out Over Holiday Event
Fire crews were not summoned for the holiday incident as described in the article. The report mentions confusion and mixed accounts about a fire in Somers and references to local authorities and witnesses.
Fire Chief Reports DeKelh Fire Loss and Costs
Fire Chief Meney presents a yearly fire report noting fires in DeKelh, damage and costs rising over the year. The report cites 91 calls this year versus 65 last year, property loss around 2.1 million dollars, and increased fire damage to walls and structure.
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DeKelh
Meney
Thie City
Comret
Aed Ceneralir
Clark Orchestral Bell Company
DeKalb Tuesday Showdown Sparks Boxing Talk
Local readers learn of a planned DeKalb event Tuesday featuring a boxing card. Information hints at details about matches and participants, with emphasis on a forthcoming confrontation and venue activity in the area.
Textile labor accuses employers of profiteering in open shop push
United Press reports organized labor may seek a congressional probe into wage cutting and living costs as textile workers negotiate with Samuel Gompers. Factories closed and suspensions blamed on open shop aims while railroad workers join liberals in Congress. Senator La Follette plans to speak on the Poindexter anti strike bill.
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United Press
Washington, D. C
Samuel Gompers
Gompers
Congress
Railroadere
LaFoullette
Wisconsin
Senate
Gas utility seeks further hearing on rate hike
The Illinois Utilities Company petitions for authority to advance gas rates in DeKalb Dixon Sycamore Morrison Geneseo Sterling and Rock Falls. A hearing before Commissioner Shaw is requested for next Thursday as Triline Company has pursued rate increases in shore men cues with limited success.
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The
Chronicle
Springfield
Poliic Utilities Company
Pet
Chience
Shaw
Ilinois Utilities Company
DeKalb
Dixon
Sycamore
Morrison
Geneseo
Sterling
Rock Falls
Triline Company
Five Armed Bandits Rob Express Wagon Near Kansas City
Five armed men held up an American Express wagon near Kansas City Missouri on December 27. They forced the driver to open a lock and load a safe into their car, believed to contain jewels and currency. company officials were assessing the loss.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bo Ested Fevent Fugsas
American Express
Uumtation
Shartleff May Get Judicial Job at Once
McHenry county officials send word that Chresit Coust Jeece Cheetes and Iwanelli face resignation and a vacancy may be filled quickly. Governor appointee Edward Sharnett could be named to the fall term at the James elec thom.
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Shartleff
McHenry County
Iwanelli
Poser Beal
Gover
Leeder
Edward
Word of Expulsion Creenscie Wane
A local report notes expulsion talk fades as community concerns shift. Authorities consider options while residents await clarity on the next steps and potential deadlines.
Peace envoy killed in Serbo Bulgarian frontier clash
A Bulgarian colonel killed the Serbian general presiding at a frontier delimitation meeting and then killed himself in Budapest. Separate reports from Sofia and Rome describe the incident and related reprisals as Dalmatia sees a hanging note to traitors. Washington protests delay in setting up an inter allied commission under the Neuilly treaty to resolve Serbia Bulgaria property returns.
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Budapest
Hungary
Sofia
Rome
Italy
Sebencio
Dalmatia
Idsa Nazi‘onale
Zara
Idsa Nazionale
Wrancel
Washington, D.C
Juzo
Council of Ambassadors
Neuilly
Serbia
Bulgaria
Belgrade
France
Waly
Legation
Lans
Higher rail rates not expected, road owners warned
A city statement by Cesler cautioned private railroads overpricing freight and extending freight car mileage, noting fears of higher charges without improving service.
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Cesler
Fires Spark Across Pennsylvania Area, Reports Say
Unclear text indicates numerous fires blamed on a power issue. Fragmentary references mention a suspect, a pastor, and dates around December, with vague notes on authorities and investigations.
Petition filed for raise in phone rates across multiple Illinois towns
The De Kalb County Telephone Company asked the State Public Utilities Commission for authority to increase rates in DeKalb Sycamore Genoa Waterman Shabbona Maple Park Malta Kirkland Hinckley Lee Kingston and Esmond. Proposed rates vary by city with several line classifications and rural limits noted.
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Springfield
Chronicle
Sycamore
Harding Opens Talks on Tax Cuts and Cabinet Picks
President elect Harding discussed lower taxes and cabinet selection in a briefing from Marion Ohio. He will likely appoint a private secretary and push plans to reduce government expenditures with Will Hays urging Richard Washburn Childs as his private secretary and potential cabinet choices including postmaster general.
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United Fives
Marion
Ohio
Harding
Senate
Will Hays
Republican National
Richard Washburn Childs
Local man badly burned in barn fire accident
Leon McNamare narrowly escaped serious burns on Christmas day in the Jack Cook barn on Linden Place. While tending a stove he added oil and, after lighting papers, leaned to inspect flames. the oil ignited and flames flashed in his face. A physician treated his injuries.
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Leon McNamare
Jack Cook
Linden Place
Elks Lodge Plans Regular Meeting This Evening
The Elks lodge will hold its regular meeting this evening with important matters on the agenda. Members are expected in large numbers to attend as usual business is conducted followed by new business and committee reports on the New Year’s program.
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Elks Lodge
The
Elks
Relatives Await Word After Unclear Message
An incomprehensible telegram from Nebraska reports relatives have received no information about deaths. The message mentions L W Witeeier, DeKial area, and a Friday event for BracherrNebraska. The recipient claims he would respond immediately after arrival but details are garbled.
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L. W. Witeeier
DeKial
Bracherr
Wits
Witeeier
Regulars Close In as D Annunzio Loses Grip on Fiume
Paris reports say sixty killed and many wounded in the Fiume fighting as Italian regulars under General Caviglia tighten the circle. D Annunzio vows to resist, issues proclamations, while Zara surrenders and Trieste prepares for a final assault.
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United Press
Paris
France
Fiume
Caviglia
Gabriel D'Annunzio
D'Annunzio
Rome
Italy
Quarmero
Gabriel D’annunzio
Cavsiglia
Zara
D’annunzio
Cavielia
Trieste
Pezzano
De Kalbmans Mother Dies At Esmond Home
Mrs Josephine Jensen Adasen died at Esmond on December 16 after Brights disease. Born March 24 1851 she came to Illinois 1903 with husband and raised ten children in Rochelle Esmond area. She leaves 31 grandchildren four great grandchildren one brother in New York and one sister in Denmark. Interment was at Is son Bakes cumdery Mockalie.
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Josephine Jensen Adesen
Esmond
Bright
Illinois
Rochelle
Udeson
Peter
Mert
Larson
Charlie
Garr
S. D. Nels
DeKalb
Martin
Lawrence
Iowa
Gideson
Steward, IL
G. Jorzensen
New York
Denmark
Isson Bakes Cumdery
Mockalie
Hammon Woman to be Tried in January
A Hammon woman will be tried in January after being charged in connection with a fire. She was released on $1280 bond on Christmas Eve and remains under investigation.
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Hammon
Four Irish Killed in Dance Hall Raid
Four Irish men and two women were killed in a dance hall raid as authorities say the incident shocked the community. Officials described the raid as a brutal, unlawful act and launched an investigation into the attackers and motives.
Roads Good In This Section Say Motorists
Motorists using the country roads since the recent snow report roads in as good condition now as midsummer. Snow has packed ruts and creases making surfaces level. Caution in turning reduces danger of skidding. Wind has drifted snow from the cement east end west of the city. Travel is about normal for the area.
Snow plow used for first time after heavy snow
Heavy snow yesterday prompted the city to deploy its ready plow for the first time this season. The Ellwood addition saw drifting cleared as the machine began its expected frequent use.
Senate Friction Over Emergency Tariff Bill Emerges
Washington reports show Senator Hitchcock moving to refer the emergency tariff bill to the commerce committee instead of the finance panel. The measure later headed to the finance committee after a long debate in which opposition tried to direct it to the Interstate Commerce Commission. Secretary Houston urged tariff reductions and tax simplifications during the briefing to the finance committee.
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United Press
Washington, D. C
Hitchcock
Senate
Commerce Committee
Finance Committee
Senate Finance Committee
Friends of the
Hercison
Secretary of the Treasury
Houston
DeKalb Native Fay Terwilliger Dies in Janesville
Fay L Terwilliger born April 17 1877 at DeKalb Illinois died December 25 1920 in Janesville Wisconsin after five months illness He was a partner in Geer g Terwilliger Co lumber firm and later farmed before moving to Janesville He leaves four children a wife Harriet George Mary and William plus brothers and a sister Services set for December 28 at the Methodist Episcopal church with interment at Fairle w.
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Crismas
Fay Terwillig
Janesville
Wis
Fay L. Terwillizer
George Terwilliger
Inevra
Snow Terwilliger
Bor
DeKalb
L. L. Ellwood Co
Hi Father
Geerg Terwilliver & Co
Becomi
DeKal
Hife
B. Barrett Evans
Fairlew
Yanigan Club Holds First Meeting in Ten Years
The Yanigan club gathered last night at the New DeKalb hotel with 16 to 20 members present. Attendees traveled from Salt Lake City and Urbana to reunite, while Cicer O Connor served as toastmaster and the group displayed renewed cohesion and camaraderie.
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Yanican Club
New DeKalb
Salt Lake City
Cee
Cicer O'Conner
William Lovering
Sa Lake City
Glen Rowan
Toles
Ohio
Hal Billiz
Chicazro
Chick Houses
Urbana
University of Mlinois
Mrs Bagley Dislocates Shoulder in Fall
Mrs. Bagley suffers a shoulder dislocation after stumbling over a rug in an accident. The notice mentions a screening at the Princess play house featuring Pauline Frederick as a leading emotional actress with favorable critical notices and a scheduled show time.
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Carrie Bagley
Princess
Pauline Frederick
Frederick
Brest
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