10 Jan 1920
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Newspaper
Dekalb Daily Chronicle
Location
Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1920
Page
1
A gala event held by the Republicans featured speeches and cordial exchanges as party members gathered for festive proceedings. Local leaders and attendees reflected on campaign themes and future efforts amid a celebratory atmosphere.
Edgar B. Still presides as DeKalb Republican club members organize to mobilize a vigorous 1920 campaign. A big mass meeting is planned at the Armory with speakers including Senator Harold Kessinger and state committee figure Secretary Johnson. The group adopts rules to include women on equal footing and to ensure full participation in all committees while aiming to turnout the party vote next November to rebuke Democratic excess.
Report from Mexico City says recent volcanic activity near Jalapa threatens to worsen the death toll and destruction. Semi official letters warn of renewed havoc as earthquakes damage homes and the Vera Cruz petroleum region. Government technicians fear geological changes could affect the oil fields. Also noted, Odd Fellows to hold funeral for Brother Alex McConnad.
Judge Edward M Mangan announces his Independent bid for the Sixteenth Judicial Circuit Circuit Court seat in Illinois to fill the vacancy caused by Judge Carnes death. He cites thirteen years on local and Cook County benches and petitions signed by diverse professionals across Kane Kendall DuPage and DeKalb counties. He pledges nonpartisan duty to the Constitution and urges voters to support his candidacy in the February 10 1926 special election from Aurora Illinois.
Six performers star in a beauty filled novelty show at the Armory Theater on Monday featuring singing turns and light vaudeville novelty acts led by Little Caruso and Company.
Paris reports the Versailles peace treaty with Germany became effective at 4 11 p m today after ratification. Delegates signed the protocol and the ceremony included the signing of certificates by allied and German representatives. Premier Clemenceau presided while delegates bowed to German envoys but did not shake hands. The Supreme Council fixed January 16 for the League of Nations inaugural meeting with Leon Bourgeois presiding and Earl Curzon to speak.
An event at Darcing Armory ball room runs from 9:00 to 12:00 tonight. attendees are invited to join a social dance event hosted at the venue, with music and dancing advertised for the evening.
A memorial clock to honor De Kalb Township's men who served in the world war, both living and dead, will be erected as a tribute to their sacrifice and service.
A message urging families to discuss giving with the head of the household and prepare contributions for the Clock Memorial Fund Committee. Subscriptions are requested now and to be paid before March first, highlighting a community effort by the boys who already contributed.
DeKalb celebrates the promotion of J. A. Bratton from yard foreman at North Western Kerr to division roadmaster for the Wyoming & North Western in Casper. He leaves Sunday with Mrs Bratton joining later after housing is arranged. Bratton, in DeKalb nearly 16 years as yard foreman, is praised for his faithful work and is moving to a role with greater responsibilities. The move affects DeKalb as a valued local figure departs.
In Washington, a 328 to 6 vote with one abstention refused Victor L. Berger a seat from Wisconsin's Fifth District. Berger, convicted in Chicago federal court of espionage, vowed to run again and predicted a larger majority next election after a conference with Speaker Gillette.
A Genoa cablegram reported the ocean liner Princess Nathaldie en route from America struck a mine and sank. Unconfirmed accounts claimed 700 passengers aboard were lost.
Dr. S. L. Anderson stalled in a snow covered road while returning from Maple Park in his Ford. Police ambulance behind him towed the machine out of the snow bank.
A vaudeville program is announced for Monday at the New Armory theater. The listing highlights a varied lineup labeled extraordinary with brief notes about acts and timing.
William Russell stars in This Hero Stuff at Star Playhouse with 7 15 pm curtain. The show features Eliza and a crossing of ice as the ceiling is crossed via can deliverers. Performances begin at 7 15 with a lively period tone.
William Russell appears at the Star tonight in This Here Stuff a corking comedy drama. Performances begin at 7 15 with special music by the Star orchestra. Wan ads bring results.
Washington dispatch notes President Wilson faces a choice over endorsing the League of Nations as a campaign issue while Attorney General Palmer gains White House favor. William Jennings Bryan opposes the treaty approach, threatens a split, and may convene a new party as San Francisco looms. Voters and senators await countrywide sentiment via forthcoming mail results.
Two act Mack Sennett comedy Uncle Tom Without the Cabin joins Tam Moore in Heartease on the Princess Playhouse bill. Performances begin at 7 00 PM with doors opening earlier Saturday at the Princess.
The Star screens Foot light Maids, a big Sunshine comedy, tonight with performances starting promptly at 7 15. The lively fare promises broad humor and a brisk pace for local audiences.
The Star orchestra performs an Overture program this evening at 7 15, inviting concertgoers to enjoy a rich musical lineup.
Markesan Wis January reports that Dr J A Freudenberg the DeKalb physician now in Markesan faces murder charges for injecting a mustard solution into the bladder of Mrs Nettie Duffies his mother in law The case links a string of Duffies family deaths and a coroner jury verdict accuses the doctor of foul play alongside questions about large estates and heirs.
Official dispatches from Mexico City report bandits kidnapped two American oil men north of Vera Cruz, taking them toward the hills. The pursuit by Federal troops is said imminent as Washington seeks to identify and punish the murderers.
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