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Dekalb Daily Chronicle

Location

Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Dec 27, 1924

Page

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Death of Mrs. Clifford L. Holsinger at Lindsay

Mrs. Clifford L. Holsinger dies at Tulare hospital from mesentery embolism. Born Lissette Straub in Grafton West Virginia, she lived in Los Angeles before moving to Lindsay. She leaves husband Clifford Lee Holsinger and two children Marshall Lee and Mary Louise, plus parents C. H. Straub and two brothers. Funeral at Fi Baptist church with burial at Forest Lawn follows in Los Angeles.

Lindsay Cal Clifford L. Holsinger David Holsinger DeKalb Lindsay Gazette Clifford Lee Holsinger Exeter Pacific Southwest Trust & Saings Bank Tulare Hospital Weday Gale Hill Avenu Marshall Lee Mary Louise Fi Baptist Church G. F. Holt Los Angeles Forest Lawn Cemeter C. H. Straub Grafton W. Va Galveston Tex Barker Bros Temple Baptist Church Johannesburg South Kea The Baptist Church Slaughter C. H Staub John Frank Straub Frances Gest Anil Mary Simmons

Radio Cresks Are Arrested in Slick Game

A New York report says a warning broadcast from WYNC led to the arrest of suspects in a radio theft scheme. Officials allege technicians unlawfully obtained and repaired radio sets from a New York house, then vanished with the devices valued at about $15,000.

United Ties New York N. Y Thon Wync Rai

James Lewis Sends Gifts to Folks Here

Former mayor James FR Lewis sent several copies of the book Norfleet to friends in DeKaih Fire Chief McEvoy among the recipients. Today another copy sits at the police station.

James FR Lewis Norfleet DeKaih McEvoy Wee

Fatal Poisoning Incident In Ohio Teen Tragedy

A Cleveland area teen Ruth Willian, age 16, died after reportedly swallowing poison at home. Authorities say the death appears accidental as her parents recount the moments leading to the ingestion. The case, sourced from United Press, notes Ruth expressed a desire to seek death prior to the incident.

United Press Cleveland Ohio Ruth Willian Ruth

Severe Storm Strikes English Coast and Seas

A severe storm lashed southern England sweeping out to sea and endangering several vessels. The 5,000 ton royal wail freight er Sarthe is in distress near Biscay while shore lifeboats aid the 3,000 ton steamer Hilton. A storm wrecks the Zortland off Bodø with the captain and ten crew missing. nine men are rescued.

London England Sarthe Ithe Bay Biscay Hilton St. Catherine's Spit Yarmouth Thames Christiana Zortland Boda

Death List in School House Fire Grows in Florida

The death toll from the TBabbe Switch school fire rose to 35 as residents mourn victims from the holiday celebration. A hospital death followed injuries from the crush of about 250 fleeing residents. Four graves were filled yesterday and Gladys Clemon’s wreath honored a fiancé who died in the blaze.

Hobart Cfla Nec Tbabbe Birrinse Boris Edeane Fourgisteta

Special Music Sunday at Local Church

A Sunday evening program at the Methodist church presents Mrs. L. L. Han mutt performing select numbers including a piece from the New World Symphony and Chimes of Dunkerque. Reverend Hammett will give a talk titled Hidden Treasures.

Methodist Chnurch L. L. Hanmutt Larro New World Symphony Dvorak Dunkerque Carer Hammett

Auto Victim Returns to Work After Crash

W. W. Wirtz, injured days before Christmas in a two car collision at Normal Road and Lincoln Highway, has resumed work at the store. He bears evident marks from the crash but is eager to return to duties during a peak shopping period.

Ress W. W. Wirtz Brown Malta Normal Road Lincoln Highway Wirtz

DeKalb Theatre Presents The Banderio Tonight

Renee Adarce stars in The Banderio a toreador romance filled with bullfighting action and dramatic thrills. Coming Sunday Viola Dana appears in Along Came Ruth a comedy drama offering lively thrills and laughs.

DeKalb Theatre Renee Adarce Iiting Viola Dana Ruth

Water Pipe Troubles Spur Cold Weather Precautions

Frosty conditions trigger frozen and burst meters as residents fear flooding. City water commissioner urges disconnect of water meters before freezing pipes. one case reports a home flooding after a forgotten shutoff. Eight below zero and bitter winds grip town as coal deliveries rise to meet Sunday demand.

Harry Geodison City Water Department Com Sam Rupii Rockford Walmost Rupp

First Clue to Bomber Found Police Think

Police pursue identification of the bomber after a note on wrapping paper may reveal the sender of a bomb mailed to Italian attorney Toschia. The outer wrapping, torn address, and handwriting attributed to a woman are under investigation. Toschia remains in critical condition with severe injuries.

United Press Los Angeles Cal Mnest Toschia Bouilding Torchia San Francisco Ila

Foster Child Lorraine Poster Dies After Brief Illness

Lorraine Poster daughter of Mr and Mrs Goldie Woster died early today after a brief illness born September 17. The family mourns as the home is auctioned. Funeral services set for tomorrow at 3 pm at the home with Rev F W Field in charge. burial in Fairview cemetery.

Lorraine Poster Goldie Woster Fairview Cemetery F. W. Field

DeKalb Woman Shows Little Improvement

Friends of Mrs. S. N. Blair report she is showing little improvement despite weeks of medical care. She was briefly at the hospital, then returned home where the illness again resists treatment.

DeKalb S. N. Blair Blah

DeKalb Knights of Pythias to Stage Six Day Circus

Under arrangements with Tilley Production, the DeKalb Lodge of Knights of Pythias will hold a six day indoor circus in mid January. The show features vaudeville acts, dancing with a live orchestra, and various concessions. Tickets go on sale locally with special prices and promotional efforts planned.

DeKalb Lodge of Knights of Pythias Tilley Production Company Chronicle Midevor Circus Commans Molite East Moline DeKalb Jvere Lodge Kuishts Pythias Joliet Pythian

Jury Deliberations Continue in Kid McCoy Case

In Los Angeles on December 27 the McCoy jury stood seven to five with jurors undecided on verdict. Foreman reported a six to six tie changed after last night, and the panel resumed deliberations under Judge Charles F. Grail. They will deliberate until lunch with a verdict not expected now.

Los Angeles Cal Kid McCoy Charles F. Grail

Correcting Earth Weight Error Might Reweigh the Cosmos

Washington data shows a 0.002 per cent miscalculation in Earth's mass. The US Bureau of Standards plans a remeasurement using the sun moon and planets to reduce the error to 0.0002 per cent, aiding precise celestial calculations.

OGF Washington, D.C United States Bureau of Standards Bureau of Standards Bureau Pal Hyel

Snow Plows Clear Roads Into DeKalb

Drifting snow reports prompted state highway supervisors to deploy plow-equipped trucks in all directions. By 11 o clock Supervisor Arthur Self announced all roads into DeKalb were cleared of snow drifts and paved entrances were passable.

Ene Arthur Self DéKalb

Allies to Keep City Evacuation Delayed by Paris Meeting

Paris dispatch reports the Council of Ambassadors agreeing not to evacuate Cologne on January 10. They will send a note to Germany while France cites discovery of illegal arms as a violation of the Versailles disarmament terms. Berlin calls the finds ridiculous and laments U S inaction on Cologne.

Paris France Colapse Germany M. Cambon Marshal Foch von Hodsch Marshal Poch Ainess Berlin America Cologne Coolidge Great Britain

Brave Doctor Traverses Ice to Save Brother on Isle

Dr George Riley risked his life by trekking 12 miles over a frozen ridge in darkness to aid Dr J A Sowash, a sick island physician on Put-in-Bay Lake Erie. Sowash improved but remains too weak for transport. Riley, exhausted, remains with him as hope grows.

United Press Putin Bay George Riley J. A. Sowash Sowash Lake Erie Riley Port Clinton Put-in-Barrett

Congregational Choir Plans Christmas Pageant Trip

Members of the Congregational church choir plan to travel tomorrow afternoon to Waterman for a Christmas presentation titled Christ Child. Several DeKalb residents will drive automobiles to attend this performance by the choir.

Waterman Congregational Church Christ Child Yes DeKalb

Newspaper publishers oppose second class mail rate hike

Representatives of the American Newspaper Publishers Association tell the joint committee that daily papers would be excluded from the mails by any increase in second class rates. They cite post office records showing the inadvisability of raising these rates and note past increases barred newspapers from the mails. They ask for more time to study the report amid a hearing on the 68 million postal salaries bill.

United Press Washington, D. C American Newspaper Publishers Association Congressional Post Office Department

Couzens Backs Full Tax Publicity Against Mellon Plan

Senator Couzens of Michigan, chairman of the tax inquiry, urged full publicity for income tax returns. He defended the practice against Secretary Mellon and business leaders who say disclosure harms business and reduces revenue. Couzens, a former Ford executive, said secrecy is a myth and claimed rivals learn about competitors by hiring their department heads.

Washington 1. C Jey Couzens Michigan Mellon Jehieftain Hheese Ars Wi Ek Aor Ford

James Hayes Restaurant Opens in DeKalb on East Lincoln Highway

Jamra Hayes known as Jimmie opens new restaurant on East Lincoln Highway in DeKalb. He invested money to improve the place and prepare for business. Hayes brings considerable restaurant experience and local friends expect success for the venture.

Jamra Hayes DeKalb Jimmie Restaurent Lincoln Highway Hayes Sun Ibie Sine

Program Sunday Night Draws Large Audience

The Vikings hall will host a community program Sunday after noon at five with a music, singing and reading program plus a Christmas tree and presents. The event, under the auspices of the L O G T lodge, is expected to attract many attendees including children and adults.

Bernhard Benson Chicago Vikings Hall L O. G.T. Lodge Arthons Greece Achmed Zoga Lincoln Highway Tirania Folonal Ine

Glee Club Program Broadcasts Slated In DeKalb

DeKalb residents plan to listen tomorrow to the University Glee Club on WTAS. The group includes four local boys and is managed by Stanley Hunt. The club will be featured at Kiwanis noon, DeKalb theatre Monday evening, and Apollo party Monday night.

DeKalb Radiophons WTAS Elgin University Glee Club DeKalb Boys Stanley Hunt Kiwanis Club DeKalb Theatre

Old Resident Laid at Rest in Fairview

An early Fairview resident John Cheetham was laid to rest in a funeral led by the Latter Day Saints Church with large attendance. The cortege traveled to Fairview for final services, honoring John Cheetah in the community.

Fairview Ham Latter Day Saints Church John Cooper Cheetham John Cheett

Steel Worker Undergoes Major Operation in Local Hospital

John Scrafuse of American Steel and Wire underwent a major operation today at a local hospital. Bay City Michigan resident, he has worked here several weeks. Hospital reports this afternoon are favorable and he may return home within two weeks.

John Scrafuse American Steel & Wire Company Bay City Mich

Goodyear Judge Denies Dismissal in Cotton Mills Suit

Court Justice Lewis today denies Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. counsel’s bid to dismiss the breach of contract complaint filed by cotton mills. Proceedings continue in Akron, Ohio, with the case seeking damages over alleged supplier failures.

Lewis Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company Akron Ohio

Shepherd Returns in Wake of Will Fight

William Shepherd, foster father of a youth, arrives amid rumors surrounding a will dispute involving a fortune and a Chicago connection. He vows to answer questions and deny rumors as he faces a lawsuit and statements from Press men in Albuquerque.

William Shephveal Pope Cortune Chicago Liam McClintock Albuquerque Jing

New Cold Wave Sweeps West and Midwest

A harsh cold wave spreads from the West to the East with record lows reported in Illinois and Indiana. Widespread power and telephone outages occur as poles fall and wires break amid freezing temperatures and travel disruptions.

Ang Chiczgo Vesola Ea Indiana

Legion Post and Auxiliary to Install Officers Next Week

American Legion post and the Men's Auxiliary announce the installation of officers in the evening at the bell. Members are asked to reaffirm and attend. Some expect a social gathering after the meeting, though nothing official has been stated.

American Legion Man's Auxiliary

Masons Plan Joint Meeting and Installation

The Masons announce a joint meeting on Tuesday November 30 at 7 30 PM with Chapter No 214 PL and A and a joint installation of the officers. After work, a lunch and smoker follow. Attendance is expected to be large with focus on the joint work of the branches.

Masonite

Mrs Dresser Injured After Fall on Silk Walk

Mrs Alfred Dresser of the DeKalb area slipped on a silk walk in the business district this afternoon and fractured two bones in her left ankle. She was taken to the office of Dr J S ister on her way home.

Alfred Dresser DeKalb

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James Lewis Gentleman Tiard Warneley Soo Line Chippewas Park Minn Chippewas Will Cereus Kt. of P. At Chronicle Bulletin Deetor F. Hall Roger H. Baltwin American Civil Liberties Union Smd Paterton N. J Delaney Melton Bank James Hayes Achmed Albania Glee Club Goodyear Shepherd
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