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Newspaper
Dekalb Daily Chronicle
Location
Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1925
Page
2
Sycamore subscribers are asked to note that The Chronicle circulation will be handled by an office representative until service is established and a responsible agent is secured. Subscribers are requested to mail a card to The Chronicle in DeKalb if they fail to receive the paper.
Owen Stover of Maple Park has filed in the Illinois Supreme Court a brief and abstract of record seeking reversal of his sentence for burglary and larceny. The case, argued in Springfield the week of February 16, 1925, could yield a decision in April 1925 after briefs and replies are completed. Stover, 20, was convicted by a De Kalb circuit court jury and sentenced to Pontiac reformatory, while accomplices from Sycamore pled guilty and are incarcerated.
Judge William J. Fulton of Sycamore ruled jurors for Warren J. Lincoln murder trial must remain confined until verdict. Four jurors from a 100 were chosen and ordered separated, with no access to newspapers. Jurors named include John Ingersoll of Aurora Byron Scott of Big Rock Anton Ebenhauer of Aurora and Albert Ansel of Elgin.
Sycamore B. P. O. Elks announce an upcoming session tomorrow night with candidates to be initiated, including the second degree. The meeting is expected to draw a large crowd as initiation adds special interest. The edge will be called to order at weight o'clock.
Joe Komadina of DeKalb appeals a $25 judgment obtained by Drake Kennedy in justice court on December 6, 1924. B H Westlake appeals a $150 fee awarded to O G Nor in the December 5, 1924 action. The appeals have been taken to the circuit court.
Society notes report the Elks annual party set for January 27 with two nights of gaiety and dancing, committee chairmen named, and alphabet sections A-K on the first night and L-Z on the second. Also includes social items about Mrs Ethel Martin visiting Esmond, the Rosene family visit to De Kalb, Sycamore Players presenting Civil Service under Dr E B Barrow to aid a Methodist church boiler, and congratulations to Mr and Mrs Tom Allen on the birth of a son.
Wylde and Son hardware store plans major interior improvements with new display fixtures for tools. The redesign aims to help customers quickly locate items and stimulate interest in desired purchases, enhancing shopping efficiency and prompting buying needs.
Announcement shows candidates for the first degree will be in waiting at the regular Odd Fellows meeting in this city tomorrow evening. The degree captain urges staff punctuality to prevent delays and notes other matters will be brought to attention, expecting a large attendance.
Daisie Harthan filed for divorce from William Harthan in the circuit court. The couple married March 12, 1910 and separated April 15, 1924, with one child aged 13. The bill accuses the husband of unfaithfulness and drunkenness for two years and seeks a divorce and alimony.
Contractors in charge of the construction for the city bank building restarted work due to favorable weather. Excavation was nearly finished days earlier, with remaining tasks to be completed as weather allows. Sycamore residents and bank officers look forward to the project advancing as a boost to the business district.
Residents and visitors gathered yesterday at the park pond for ice skating after volunteers cleaned the area last week. Local businessmen hope to maintain good pond conditions through the cold spell, drawing skaters from miles around for an afternoon of winter fun.
Izaak Walton League of Sycamore officers, one of five state chapters, report Springfield will supply live quail and pheasant eggs early this spring. Quail likely to be released in the forest five, while plans for the pheasant eggs are not yet decided.
Over 100 residents of Sycamore traveled by car to Cary on Sunday to watch a ski meet. Attendees reported a very successful and well attended event and returned home late in the evening, pleased with the outing and the motor trip.
Rev. J. H. Roblee resumed duties as city pastor after a 13 year absence, leading a Congregational church service yesterday with a strong turnout. The event marked his return to the parish and highlighted community interest in the transition.
Rev Roblee began his initial service after receiving the call and was greeted by many old friends. Mrs Roblee arrived and the family occupies the parsonage. Special functions may be held over the next two weeks to welcome the pastor and his wife back to Sycamore.
Tomorrow night De Kalb and Sycamore high schools clash on the basketball floor with local fans expected in force. De Kalb has ordered seats and renters will accompany the team as Sycamore supporters fill the arena for the 7 20 start in a long standing rivalry that promises a hard fought game from start to finish.
Rev Carl Frenk was duly installed as pastor of St John Lutheran church yesterday with ceremonies. Rev Walter Burmeister of Hinckley assisted by Rev William Branscher led the installation. Members remained for a cordial reception for the new pastor and his wife, described as one of the most interesting in Lutheran annals locally.
City youngsters are said to be skating in the middle of streets and clinging to moving vehicles creating danger. Officials warn this practice risks serious injury if a vehicle comes from a side street or when riders try to dodge it. Some say swimming pool skating is available and safer, offering no excuse for street skating.
Many Sycamore people traveled to the DeKalb Poult Show to view the Chantecler yards of DeKalb city. Dr. G. W. Nesbit and Frank C. Hertzell managed the exhibit, winning several prizes and drawing favorable remarks. Attendees from Sycamore visited Friday evening and Saturday afternoon and night, with strong turnout noted.
County Clerk Charles Talbot has issued the usual call for a special meeting of the supervisors to be held in the supervisors' room at the courthouse on Thursday. The board will begin at two o'clock in the afternoon and continue to meet daily until the special business is addressed.
Train numbers 2 3 1 and 6 have new departure times at this station. No. 2 now at 6 56, No. 6 at 7 40, Tl trains updated, No. 3 westbound unchanged from Chicago, No. 1 now at 6 30, midnight service moved to 11 20 arriving shortly after one.
For many days attending to work in this vicinity during 1925, has been at Crystal Lake for two or three days on business matters. Mr. Hay expected to return here Saturday but business matters delayed his return until today.
Mrs D Riley of DeKalb acts as Hygeia magazine representative in the area. She recently solicited subscriptions and now collaborates with school authorities to integrate Hygeia into the local high school program.
heating problems forced the Universalist Sunday school to hold services in the main church yesterday. steam heating failed early in the morning and plumbers could not repair it before Sunday school began.
G. B. Stoit of Genoa a leading DeKalb county attorney was in Sycamore today attending to business at the court house. While there he greeted a large number of friends.
Members of Camp No 49 Sons of Veterans plan a Memorial Ball meeting to install new officers with ceremonies. The gathering is set for eight o clock tomorrow evening with other matters to discuss and members urged to attend promptly for what reports call one of the year’s most interesting meetings.
Word from W F Hemenway reports Mrs 4 M Hemenway continues to improve after a serious operation at the hospital. If no unforeseen events occur in the next few days she is expected to return home this week. Walter Hay returns from Crystal Lake after a busy period.
Fire Chief M. H. Mekvoy reports a highly interesting state convention attended by Marons Marshals at Murphyshoro last week. He notes ideal weather, a three day meeting, memorial services, reports and a banquet with a notable keynote.
Members of the Ellwood Encampment of the Odd Fellows entertained friends at a card party and dance Friday evening at the IOOF hall. A large crowd attended with many enjoying the dance floor if cards were not preferred.
Hospital reports Mrs Lar Hall underwent a serious operation in the early morning hours and is making splendid progress toward recovery. She has been ill for some time and the operation is believed to be greatly beneficial to her health.
Members of the Odd Fellows lodge will depart this evening to attend the district meeting at Lindenwood. Officers from the local lodge will likely travel and assist in the session. DPD EB Brown, of this city, presides over the district organization.
Velvet in pastel shades captivates smart functions with a mix of severely plain frocks and dresses trimmed with ostrich fringe, showcasing varied styles at gatherings.
Automatic telephones spread in Great Britain to aid communications as mothers keep Chamberlain's Cough Den t wily in the house. It relieves choking phlegm, quiets the rough cough, and aids sleep without narcotics, suitable for children and adults.
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