League of Nations council meets to organize in Paris
Exe cutive council of the league of nations opens Friday at 9:50 am with eight members including Spain Brazil Belgium Greece Great Britain France Italy and Japan The first action is to form an administrative commission for Danzig and Saar plebiscites The United States will not participate in the league. Policy hints on treaty reservations and vote alignments unfold in Washington discussions.
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United Presa
Faris
France
League of Nations
Oorth
United States
League
Spain
Brazil
Belgium
Greece
Great Britain
Italy
Japan
Danzig
Saar
Washington, D. C
Wilson
State Department
Paris
White House
United Sates
Vandals Take Sign From the Church Parsonage
The Methodist church reports vandalism at the parsonage last night as a sign banning lawn crossing was stolen. Residents had been using the lawn, prompting a wire fence and a new walk sign. church leaders offer a reward for the culprit’s name.
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Methodist
Weather outlook for Illinois turns unsettled and warmer
Unsettled and warmer weather expected in Illinois with rain or snow possible in the east and north. Tuesday to be mostly cloudy and somewhat colder in the afternoon or night in the north and west regions.
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Ilinois
Campaign to raise funds for DeKalb memorial clock
The drive seeks 1900 dollars to complete the 2950 dollar clock honoring DeKalb township war servicemen. Teams started canvassing with more to begin tomorrow and the campaign aims to finish this week though it may continue. The Soldiers and Sailors Relief Society had about 500 dollars and now 1100, the clock remains the full project. The clock arrives around early April.
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DeKalb
DeKalb Township
Ety
Soldiers and Sailors Relief Society
When Bear Cat Went Dry A Liar Stands Alone
Local theater houses present a show titled In Honoe's Web tonight with two performances at 30 and 9 00. The literary tease highlights Harry T More as a featured actor in a single reel style production at the tear play house.
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Harry ‘T
Honoe's Web
the Tear Playhouse
In Hon ore Web star Harry Morey at Star Tonight
Harry Morey leads the drama in In Hon ore Web a tale of high society and finance. Myrtle Steadman and Agnes Ayres support the cast with tense situations and strong interest. Comedy comes with Oh Nursey. Performances 7 30 and 9 00 adults 20 cents children 10 cents war tax.
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Harry Morey
Honore Web
Myrtle Steadman
Agnes Ayres
Mr. Morey
Local Men Hear Fine Speeches at Great Feast
DeKalb county guests attended the Hamilton club banquet in Chicago at the LaSalle ball room. Speakers included Governor Lowden of Illinois, Governor Harding of Town, and former Congressman Adam Bede of Minnesota. Local attendees listed with Bradt family members and county officials.
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Charles BE. Bradt
S. EL Bradt
DeKalb County
Hamilton Club
Chicago
LaSalle
Lowden
Tilinvis
Harding
Town
Adam Bede
Minnesota
C. E. Bradt
Elburn party as 7500 gallons wine go missing
Residents of Elburn celebrated when a tank car sidetracked by a hot box was found to hold 7500 gallons of California port wine. A resident hauled out 800 gallons, starting a two day party. Detectives arrived as officials searched homes and 200 gallons were returned, leaving a 500 gallon shortfall en route to Scranton for medicinal use.
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Elburn
California
Rail Road
Scranton
Community Building Meeting To Revisit City Project
A meeting is set for tomorrow at 7 30 in the evening at the Methodist venue to discuss the community building proposition. Citizens of DeKalb are urged to attend and learn what the project means for the city.
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Methodist
DeKalb
Wilsons Industrial Commission Considers Arbitration Plan Changes
President Wilsons industrial commission reconvened to review proposed changes by private citizens and business leaders to the national arbitration board plan. Public hearings are expected before any changes are adopted, with a central nine umpire board and twelve regional panels to represent labor capital and the public. Washington plans to propose an industrial parliament inviting labor unions and business groups to select delegates along with a public representative bloc.
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Watted Pressy
Washington
D. C
Wilson
Industrial Commission
Commission
Washington, D. C
Senate
Supreme Court Refuses New Jersey Prohibition Challenge
The Supreme Court denied the New Jersey Retail Liquor Dealers Association’s bid to test the 18th Amendment and Volstead Act, ruling it had no jurisdiction. The case must start in lower courts and go up on appeal, blocking hopes of delaying national prohibition.
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United Press
Washington, D.C
Supreme Court
New Jersey Retail Liquor Dealers’ Association
New Jersey
William Duhne
West New York
N. J
Unions Plan Cooperative Store in DeKalb Area
Local union members report progress toward a consumer cooperative to combat high costs. About $1000 was paid toward stock, with individual shares limited to 50, aiming for 100 members before opening a store. A DeKalb women’s meeting is set for Friday at three to discuss the plan and refreshments will be served. The organizers will advertise in local papers and hold house meetings, with another general gathering Sunday afternoon.
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Sutton
DeKalb
Clock to Be Purchased at Nominal Price
City readers learn that through the influence of BE A Shetter a memorial clock for the boys is being bought at cost with no profit by the manufacturers. The clock’s location will be set by the city council. Fundraising began today and donors are urged to give larger sums, as nickels and pennies are insufficient.
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Shetter
Elks Plan Big Initiation Class Tonight
After their regular meeting the Elks will initiate a large class of candidates with a luncheon. Thirty eight candidates are expected to report for initiation this evening.
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The
Elks
Vaudeville Bill At The Armory Tonight
Little Caruso and Company headline the vaudeville bill at the Armory tonight offering a principal act expected to draw audiences. The night features a lineup of comic songs and acts promising lively entertainment for the admission price.
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Little Caruso & Company
Armory
It's Coming When Beer Cat Went Dry at Star Playhouse
The piece features a woman’s first love and a dependable passion as Harry T. Morey headlines the Star Playhouse productions. Performances run at 7:30 and 9:00 with star billing and audience appeal.
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Harry T. Morey
What Vower What Vower in College Show
An OCR fragment notes a film titled In Honor's Web starring Harry T. Morey with a Star tonight showing. It mentions adults 20s, children, and a war tax.
Fine Farm Home Destroyed by Fierce Fire
A mysterious blaze at Kinney Sanderson’s Milan township residence Saturday afternoon wrecked the home and its contents. Discovered about 3:90, the fire burned into the night with an estimated loss over 10000 dollars. Winds from the southwest spared surrounding farm buildings. the family was away in Lee and no one was home. Neighbors spotted the blaze early but could not stop it or save belongings.
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Manever
McKellar-Kendrie
Pach
Bryan
White House
Owen
Kinney Sanderson
Milan Township
Lee
Anarchist Ark Resumes Voyage From Kiel, Germany
The American transport Buford known as the anarchist ark is ready to sail from Kiel on Monday after repairs. The ship has been undergoing work at the Kiel base and is expected to depart soon for its next destination.
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United Des Berlin
Germany
Buford
Kiel
Vaudeville bill at New Armory theater tonight
A high class vaudeville program opens at the New Armory with Overture and New Armory Orchestra, Pathe News, Biss and Hamel acrobatics, The Van Der Koors burlesque, Swift and Paley musical comedy, Little Caruso act, a Mack Sennett two act, and East Lyon with Variations. Performances at 7:30 and 9:15. Adults 45 cents, war tax 3 cents. children 25 cents, war tax 2 cents.
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New Armory Theater
Overture
New Armory Orchestra
Pathe News
Pathe
Biss and Hamel
van der Koors
Swift and Paley
Little Caruso
Mack Sennett
East Lyon
Ste
Grocer Ad Urges U S Citizenship for Shoppers
An old advertisement urges customers to buy only from grocers and butchers who are United States citizens. The note promises delivery across the city and is signed by Steve Rukavania, grocer, 315 N. Tenth Street.
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Hotice
United States
Steve Rukavania
Oregon Legislature Opens Special Session in Salem
Oregon lawmakers begin a two to three week special session called by Governor Olcott. Five aims guide the session: boost workmen compensation, fund veterans education aid, discuss restoring capital punishment, enable bond payment and irrigation amendments, and consider the federal suffrage amendment.
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United Press
Salem
Ore
Oregon
Olcott
Eureency Board
Durham cattle sale linked to Monroe Center dealer
Clifford Hunt sold a fine bunch of Durham cattle bought from Bradt farm to Charles Baker of Monroe Center. Baker plans a major sale soon, one of the region’s biggest livestock events in recent memory.
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Clifford Hunt
Durham
Bradt
Charles Baker
Monroe Center
McConn Funeral Held From the Home Sunday
Funeral services for Alec McConn were held at 2 30 Sunday afternoon from the home at 60 DeKalb avenue. Rev. William R. Yard of the First Baptist church officiated with Odd Fellows lodge members in charge. Burial followed at View Cemetery.
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Alec McConn
DeKalb Avenue
William R. Yard
First Baptist Church
Odd Fellows Lodge
View Cemetery
New Quake in Mexico Reports Rise in Death Toll
In Vera Cruz vicinity a fresh tremor is reported to have killed more than 100 people. Refugees reaching Puebla report six villages on Mt. Orizaba vanished while relief work intensifies as federal troops threaten bandits hindering aid.
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Mexico City
Mexico
Cozatlan
Vera Cruz
Puebla
Mt. Orizaba
Rbel
Vera Crug
East Lynne with Variations on Vaudeville Bill
Mack Sennett era comedy East Lynne with Variations headlines the vaudeville bill at the New Armory theater tonight. The program features a mix of sketches and comedy acts likely to attract theatergoers.
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East Lynne
Mack Sennett
New Armory Theater
Bear Cat Went Dry: Ads Urge Rent for Root Resources
A terse notice from a local paper hints at scarce root resources as Bear Cat goes dry, urging owners to rent out root access or related assets to those in need. The message emphasizes urgency and community sharing in tough times.
Freudenberg Case Probed as Deputy Claims Medical Role
Testimony in the Freudenberg murder case centers on nurse Grace Brehl and a deposition read to jurors. Juror reveals details about injections of mustard and morphine into Mrs Duffies, while doctors from Fond du Lac prepare to testify for the prosecution. The trial focuses on whether Dr Freudenberg caused Mrs Duffies’ death through alleged injections and medical experiments at the Duffies residence in Markesan Wisconsin.
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J. A. Freudenberg
DeKalb
Duffies
Markesan
Wis
Grace Brehl
Freudenberg
W. E. Terry
Samine
Tr. R. C. Nixon
William H. Folsom
H. Calvie
Fond du Lac
Gladys
Death of John Christianson 85 in DeKalb
John Christianson aged 85 died at his daughter Alfred Mosher’s home in DeKalb after a two week illness of heart trouble. He emigrated from Sweden in 1835 and lived with his family in DeKalb. wife preceded him in death. Survived by six sons Ole and Nels in Wisconsin, Peter in DeKalb, Lewis and John in Sweden, daughters Filen Anderson and Mrs Mosher. Funeral from Mosher home tomorrow at 2 PM conducted by Rev. Fallund, First Lutheran. burial Fairview. The home will be open 1 to 2 PM for viewing.
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Peter Christiansen
Alfred Mosher
Mr. Christianson
Sweden
DeKalb
Hig da
Ps Christianson
Olef
Lewis
Nels
Hocklindis
John
Filen Anderson
Mosher
Tomor
Rev. Fallund
First Theran Church
Fairview Cemetery
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