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Newspaper
Dekalb Daily Chronicle
Location
Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1920
Page
1
A chaotic incident saw two youths rob a train in a spree that involved thefts and threats across multiple cars. Passengers reported the attackers’ bold actions and a tense pursuit as authorities worked to apprehend them.
A fragmented report notes a large number of hunters out as snow persists. The text mentions tracking paths and evidence of hunting activity, with scattered references to observers from Chicago and local gatherings.
A costly blaze struck a Wilmine Leather company plant in Delaware by early afternoon. The fire damaged four blocks with rapid spread, causing extensive property loss and prompting emergency response. Weather outlook shows cloudiness with cool temperatures tonight and Thursday.
Washington dispatch reports the first big appropriation bill for the next year, the sundry civil expenditures bill, to be debated in Congress. The bill totals 257. Gil, 29, underscoring reductions from last year and smaller than requested by government departments. It includes veterans benefits and a large reclamation service appropriation, with ongoing debates over timing and committee reporting.
Five suspects, three men and two women, were arrested in New York after a five minute crime spree. Police acted swiftly to stop the robbers and recover stolen items.
A reader proposes many local citizens as suitable mayoral candidates for DeKalb and asks voters to consider them. The letter names dozens of individuals including Robert Ferguson Ed Kohler William Dowdall and Frank Carter among others and expresses support for a fair impartial selection.
President Wilson rejects a $156,000 offer from a publishing concern for an article written after he leaves the White House on March 4. The bid was refused to avoid shaping his literary career around a set price. The White House says there will be no memoirs and the nature of the writings remains private.
F Wheeler living south of the city became suddenly worse yesterday as typhoid fever was diagnosed. His son J. W. Wheeler left recently for Bradbury Nebraska after a telegraph advised that Mrs Nicholson and family were ruined by financial troubles. A telegram was sent for the son to return home as soon as possible. he is expected soon.
Fire gutted the Art Emporium in Indianapolis early today causing an estimated loss of 75000 dollars. Paintings and other works of art were destroyed in the blaze.
United Press reports federal officers raided Hurley Wisconsin a gateway for miners and smugglers and reopened after authorities withdrew. About thirty eight alleged vendors and fifteen customers were to be arraigned before U S Commissioner Gates with more raids likely. In Washington DC on December 29 prohibition enforcement eyed a January 1 overhaul with license revocations for traffic in liquor and patent medicines containing alcohol.
Edward Carlson Pace, history instructor, supplies a magazine reprint on The Working Museum Visualizing History. The article highlights the local Normal School museum of history and its educational functions for pupils, with graphic description and illustrations.
City Attorney Prentice prepared for the Chicago hearing on the proposed rate increase for Hlina gas produced by Ever since the matter began a local attorney has been active in the fight and will play a key role next week. Mrs Mae Terwilliger of Oklahoma is visiting friends and relatives here. Harry Hap Nelson of Chicago is a guest of relatives in the city.
Mr and Mrs George H Mace of Masha announce their son William Mace has died serving with the A E F in France. His remains were brought from France to Hoboken and will rest in the soil of France per the family request. Public ceremonies are expected in his home community as details are arranged. William was a member of Company A E S M and fell in the Argonne offensive on October 4 19XX.
A local notice states the Ford plant will be closed for the next month with operation suspended until February 1. Clarence Peterson of the Northwestern Dental College is visiting his parents in the area.
Italian regulars control over half Fiume as city officials discuss recognizing the Adriatic treaty. A truce arrangement surfaces with D Annunzio authority fading and Fiume authorities poised to accept a settlement. Casualties from two days of fighting total 356 dead and wounded.
Congressman Tick H Keller of the House Naval Affairs Committee said no new ships will be authorized and appropriations for the coming year will likely be cut below last year’s levels during consultations with President Harding on naval matters.
Mrs. W A Kilmer was summoned to Battle Creek Michigan yesterday afternoon after receiving eight telegrams that her daughter Beulah’s condition worsened. Kilmer had been in ill health for some time and friends here regret her sickness.
Louis Drago of the DeKalb Fruit Company escaped injury when a venomous looking snake, about two feet long with a flat head and yellowish skin with diamond spots, was found near a banana bundle. He seeks identification from South American reptile experts or a call to the company's office.
A freight train derailed yesterday causing disruption to westbound tram traffic at Maka and causing rerouting to Jamesville track. No serious injuries reported though service from the west to east lines faced delays and rescheduling.
A local lodge plans to donate furniture and decorations to the Legion Men's Club room. Community carpenters and neighboring lodges contribute to complete the space and cover floor and wall needs. Donations aim to ready the room for use with modest, ongoing support.
Two late contributions were omitted from the Christmas fund for disabled soldiers collected by the American Legion. The Junior Order of Moose gave 5.06 dollars and Pierd Cree contributed 55 dollars, bringing the total close to 250 dollars. The American Legion committee thanks DeKalb organizations and individuals for their generosity.
An early morning wreck on South Third involved the Lehman car carrying three girls. All occupants suffered bruises but none seriously hurt as the vehicle toppled and was badly damaged.
Ss Lewes Press reports from Columbus Ohio that a plan exists to carry the suit to a court of appeals seeking the appointment of a receiver or related remedy in the Goodyear firm matter.
Borethy Delton in Half an Hour earns praise as Bitty Pramey debuts in The Referee Princess.
Children of H P Nelson head of H P Nelson & Sons piano company prepare to go to the front as officers try to arrest Nelson on a warrant for passing bad checks. Nelson jumped from a second story window to escape, was captured, and placed in a patrol wagon after a son attacked deputies at 643 Wellins street. Peace Magistrate Mitchell issued a preliminary hear ing.
School bond debate grows as 1519 attendance averages 467, up over 1 percent. High school enrollment rises with Normal school operation adding students while February semes ter ends with some graduates. Net enrollment gains and a 152 percent revenue increase imply need for more classroom space.
Leap year ends in two days, prompting city advertisers to rush notices and residents to consider timing. The piece hints at income tax nuances tied to salary thresholds and year-end posting, urging readers to act before the calendar flips.
Robbers attack Culver bank, two wounded, three captured after gun battle. Merchants Jake Sing and Jerome Ketrbell listed among injured stock buyers. Citizens surround scene as others flee. Police in Knox County pursue remaining suspects. Condition of the wounded reported as critical.
In the latest intertoage cribbage leg the Elks defeated the Kaiebts of Pythias while the Odd Fellows beat the Moose. The Elks lead by two points after a win by seven points and the Odd Fellows remain competitive with a close win.
Fragmentary report says Superintendent Ritzmer intended a skating area on the Everett playground but plans went astray and work not completed by yesterday afternoon.
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