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Dekalb Daily Chronicle

Location

Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jan 07, 1921

Page

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White men return from Arctic quest tied to Moose Factory

Airm en Lieutenants Hinton Kloor and Farrell, rescued after a perilous trek, are en route from Moose Factory toward Mattice. RCMP will meet them. Bradbury recounts their near starvation, snow moss diet, and reliance on Indian Tom Mark for aid.

United & Mattice Ont North Mattice Moose Factory Royal Canadian Mounted Police Hinton, Kloor Farrell Huds Bay Co Montreal Canadas F. A. Bradbury Madson Bay Little Trading Settlement Brabury Tom Mark Bradbury

California Urges Senate to Reject Treaty With Japan

A resolution memorializes the United States Senate not to negotiate a treaty with Japan that would invalidate the California alien land law passed in the November election. The California state legislature approved the measure during its current session in Sacramento.

Unite Sacramento Cal United States Senate Japan California Ate Toynay

Six Meet Death in Southern Hotel Fire

Six persons were killed and two others fatally injured while three more were severely burned when a fire swept the Royal Hotel in Bazlam Arkansas. The blaze caused heavy damage and prompted a large emergency response.

United Press Bazlam Ark Royal Hotel

Still Hope for Peace in Ireland Amid Tensions

Dublin reports minor clashes between Sinn Fein and government forces as both sides push for peace. Moderates led by De Valera expect negotiations through the Irish Parliament, while authorities seek Irish government recognition and continued control amid a wary public.

Sah Dublin Ireland Alef Sinn Feners Olster Sinn de Vale Dubin Griffin Midow Michael Collins Dulin Cork Sula Dahlin Castle Allick England Dublin Castle

Christgau to Speak at Local Congregational Church

Prominent speakers George HO Wilken and Tisteon to address the audience as the Anti-Somon league conducts sermons this Sunday morning. The congregation expects a large turnout at the church for Christgan's visit and the pulpit test.

DeKall Beast George HO Wilken Congregational Elureh Tisteon League

Recruiters Visit De Kalb Over Weekend

A recruiting party tours De Kalb on Sunday and Monday as part of a war department campaign. The visitors include clever musicians who may perform at local theatres and show news reels to entertain the community.

Taut Berm War Department

Legless Chief Sought In Disappearance Case

National hunt launched for Jacqn Vil Vearvd editor of the New Age magazine in St Louis. Villard, described as crippled, vanished December 16 after being seen with a tall blond man believed Swedish or Polish. Police say he had $2000 cash and jewelry valued at 4000 on him. Mrs Villard alerted authorities when he failed to return.

Carter 1 Chive Den National Hunt Jacqn Vil Vearvd the New Age Mid of la Correspondence School St Louis Villard New York Wilberlie

Leader from India to Speak at First M. E. Church

Rev. Howard Musser, a leading figure in Indian missions, will address the morning audience at the First M. E. Church this Sunday. His talk is billed as a can not afford to miss event for listeners interested in missionary work.

India Howard Musser M. E Musser

Kerensky Conference Seeks Uniting Anti-Bolshevik Faction

Former Russian premier Alexander Kerensky plans a meeting to rally 36 revolutionary leaders and anti-Bolshevik factions under his provisional government. Delegates from the Social Revolutionaries and Polish officials weigh military prospects and future alliance amid reports of a Russian attack in the spring.

Paris Alexander Kerenskys M. Tehernof Kerensks Comestifvents del- Pentoe Kerensky Wrengel Social Evolutionary Party Pileudeky

Road Cinders Laid North Of Here For Surface Improvement

The report notes cinders on a county road north of town, with Carlson road one mile north of First Street and extending another mile northeast. In wet weather the road is impassable for wagons, hindering travel, though cinders laid educate surface and may ease future conditions.

Coorleen Ind Hart Beer

Cholera cases decline amid weather and hog vaccination doubt

Only a few cholera cases are reported this year in the area. Dr. W R Wedderspoon speculates weather and hog vaccination may both influence the decline while noting losses from outbreaks. The Bonnie Brier Bush lecture course at M E Church is set for Monday January 16.

W. R. Wedderspoon M. E. Church

Three Men Given Papers at City Court Session

Four men received ship papers yesterday afternoon at the city court session. Arthur Wy Lundberg Finnish John Emil Sarri Finnish and Carl A Sharp Swedish were granted citizenship. John Kraehunas Lithuanian Mante Folan Kalian and Carl Meska Lithuanian were held over awaiting their wives. John Manos Stallman Abraham Gordon Jewish were held over for investigation. Natane Da Raneo petition postponed until further study.

Chaniea Enze Arthur Wy Lundberg John Emil Sarri Carl A. Sharp John Kraehunas Mante Folen Kalian Carl Meska John Manos Stallam Abraham Gordon Natane da Raneo

Supper Draws Large Crowd At Elks Club

A large number of men attended the Knights of Pythias Elks supper at the Elks club last evening. Hosts served a fine roast pig with mashed potatoes and gravy. After dinner, smokers and various games followed.

Knights of Pythias Elks Elks Club

Local man to serve on federal jury Monday

Corey of this city will report Monday morning in Chicago for the opening of the federal petit jury session. More men from the city may be called though identities are not known yet. The summons indicates they should be prepared for an indefinite stay.

TP S&s

Tax Collector Expected to Visit City in January

The article notes the income tax collector has not appeared by early January. Officials have delayed word of his arrival, but many residents have prepared their tax reports and will file as soon as he arrives.

Nota Lim

Woman Fasts 40 Days Without Food in Danville

Mrs Harrington enters her 40th day of fasting in Tutted Press, Danville. She shows a slight fever but remains determined to fast until her husband joins her. Dr Garrity notes normal pulse and temperature but warns her heart may fail sooner. Her husband seeks church intervention from Eldorado Illinois.

Danville S Harrington Garrity Church of God Eldorado

Citizens Complain of Steep New Electricity Rates

Residents decry a sharp rise that took effect last month with some bills doubling or rising 33 to 50 percent. Workers note the rate hike was necessary per the electric company’s figures to cover costs and keep service, though many fear the impact on households.

Hhsner Vilyas

Prohibition Agents Tied to Liquor Forgery Rings

The Tutted Press reports that agents in New York are accused of aiding a forgery and bribery scheme to steal more than 100 million dollars worth of liquor. Internal Revenue special units issued warrants for the arrest of two prohibition agents in connection with the case.

Tutted Press Booters Fingk New York Internal Revenue

Improvement in Mrs Embree’s Condition

Mrs Embree has many friends who have been worried by her illness. She is now quite comfortable today and making a splendid recovery. She was taken ill in Chicago early in the week from a serious nervous trouble, requiring complete rest.

Embree Chicago

Clock arrives for De Kalb soldiers memorial clock

A four thousand pound wrist watch like package arrives for the soldiers memorial clock project. Officials say the remainder will reach soon and a clock company expert will erect it at Third street and Lincoln Highway. Lincoln’s birthday may host dedication ceremonies tying to the national holiday. Three days will suffice to complete the assembly once all parts arrive. Foundations are prepared at the street intersection.

DeKalb Third Street Lincoln Highway Lincoln

Penrose Nearing End As Senate Leader

Washington D C Jan 7 Political rivals claim Senator Boss Penrose loses power in Pennsylvania and national politics after shifting stance on the tariff emergency bill. They blame illness and his unyielding line on the tariff measure and say Republican colleagues warned of a party rift to push the bill before the new administration.

United Press Washington, D.C Boss Penrose Penrose Pennsylvania

Publisher James G. Scripps Dies After Flu Illness

James G. Scripps newspaper publisher died at Miramar, San Diego, after several weeks of illness from influenza. Aged 44, he directed the Scripps newspapers News Enterprise association and related outlets. Survived by wife, four children, parents, two brothers. funeral in San Diego on Monday.

San Diego Cal James G. Seripss Miramir Ere Scripps Newspapers News &Enterprise Association Allied News United States Scripps Westchester Cincinnati Ohio E. W. Scrips Robert Paul Scripps John PF. Serta Ie

High Court Hears Arguments on 1874 Michigan Senate Case

The High Court heard final arguments in the appeal of Senator Truman H. Newberry and 16 others sentenced for illegal expenditure in the 1874 Michigan senatorial campaign. Justices reserved judgment. decision delayed for about a month.

Washington, D. C Truman H. Newberry Dhates Michigan Supreme Court

Crowder Secures Friendly Meet With Cuban President

Major General Enoch Crowder, visiting Havana, met Cuban President Manuel Morencal on board the warship Minnesota amid recent talks. The leaders described relations as completely friendly as Crowder opened an investigation into Republican political and financial affairs.

Havana Cuba Enoch Crowder Mare Minnesota Jandel Prident Monecal

Hinckley man shows fine coin and gun collection

Frank Swanstrom with Charles Broughton and Roy Dare visited L. E. Davis of Hinckley to view his notable coin and gun collection. Davis claims some firearms are truly surprising, and his collection is regarded as among the finest in the region.

Frank Swanstrom Charles Broughton Roy Dare L. E. Davis Hinckley

Mrs Oaks Suffering Third Stroke in Past Year

The Oaks family suffers another stroke as Mrs Oaks, previously well this winter, is struck by apoplexy. Neighbors and DeKalb residents fear for her condition after a trend of illness the family has endured.

Oaks DeKalb

Harding to veto training army measure

President elect Harding plans to veto proposals for a large standing army or compulsory peace time service. He favors voluntary military training emphasizing education and related features as a substitute amid pressure for greater preparedness.

United Pressy Marion Ohio Harding

Fear War on Our Goods Rises in U S Tariff Debate

Washington reports the Senate Finance Committee revived hearings on the Fordney emergency tariff bill with Senator Smoot pressing for quick action. Democratic opposition grows as Senator Tomas warns embargoes cut both imports and exports. In Argentina, Penrose’s withdrawal sparks fears of a U S tariff war and business turmoil across Buenos Aires and U S importers.

United Press Washington, D. C Senate Finance Committee Smoot Penrose Tomas Colorado Buenos Ayres Argentine Boies Penret United States

Missing Couple Prompt Police to Seek Both Partners

Chicago and Madison police were asked to search for Pierre Paul Auther of Chicago and Mrs Charlotte Franzen of Madison both missing for days. Detectives were called after Mrs Ruther accused her husband of eloping with another woman. Mrs C H Dollmeyer of Canada visits relatives while son Erville Dollmeyer stays on a farm in Idaho. Harry Hall left yesterday for the 8 OP.

United Press Chicago Pierre Paul Auther Charlotte Franzen Madison Wis Cupid Ruther C. H. Dollmeyer Canada Erville Dollmeyer Idaho

Will Bury a Soldier Harold Parker Is Honored in DeKalb

Harold Parker a DeKalb soldier about 28 died in the Argonne drive in France while with the 129th during World War I. His body arrived in New York after delays and will be buried with full American Legion honors planned by the DeKalb post, likely on Sunday.

New York Europe Harold Parker DeKalb Company A Old Third Regiment National Guard Parker Camp Logan 129Th France Argonne DeKalb Post American Legion

No Retail Tobacco Price Drop For Two Years

United Press reports that despite a sharp fall in prices paid to planters, retail tobacco prices will not decrease for two years. Officials from American Tobacco Co and United Citar Stores say current cuts affect finished product too late to alter prices now.

United Press New York N. Y American Tobacco Company United Citars America W.T. Posey United Clear Stores

Chicago Funds For Slain Police Relief Fund

Chicago gathers 58 badges of fallen officers to back a $100000 relief fund for widows and children. An executive committee will assess awards, supplemented by a $75 monthly city pension, with each donor notified of their $2000 pledge.

Chicago Charles Fitzmorris Ganesters Slsiy Charles G. Dawes Union Trust Company William Hale Thompson Itis Fitamorris Fitzmorris

Roof Fire Called In At Dr Kane Home

Firemen rushed to the College avenue residence of Dr J P Kane at noon to douse a small roof fire. The blaze was controlled with a few pails of water before it spread. Mrs C Roland and daughter were at the scene.

J. P. Kane College Avenue

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