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Dekalb Daily Chronicle

Location

Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jan 23, 1920

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Free the Doctor in Kane County Case Against 27 Elburn Men

Information against 27 Elburn men who raided a freight car loaded with California port wine will be filed in Kane County Court at Geneva next Tuesday. Larceny likely charged. arrests and names withheld until informations are filed. Some 400 gallons of wine have been recovered while others are lost. wine was taken from a freight train at Elburn a week earlier.

Elburn California North Western Railroad Kane Geneva Charles Abbott Scranton Abbot Hoover Justice of the Peace McDonald Markeson Wis John A Freudenberg Nettie Duffies Paul Alfred Duffies Green Lake Chester A. Fowler Netlie Duffies Green Lake County W. M. Spooner Milwaukee J. A. Freudenberg

Larry Lemon in The Simple Life at Star Play House

Larry Lemon brings a gale of laughter and riotous fun to The Simple Life at Star Play House with performances at 7 20 and 9 10 tonight.

Larry Lemon Star Play House

Scarlet Days at New Armory Theatre Tonight

D. W. Grimes presents a photoplay portraying the days of ’49 titled Scarlet Days at the New Armory Theatre with performances at 7:30 and 9:15. Special music by the theatre orchestra. Admission: adults 30c plus 3c tax total 33c. children 20c plus 2c tax total 22c.

D. W. Grimes New Armory Theatre New Armory Theatre Orchestra

Big Double Bill At Star Tonight

The Star offers a bi double bill with Tower of Jewels and The Simple Life featuring star Griffith Costello and cast, plus Matt and Jeff in In Spain. Performances at 7 30 and 9 10. Adults 20 cents Children 10 cents War tax included.

Clyde Fitch Miss Griffith Maurice Costello Webster Campbell Ystelle Taylor Lary Lemon Matt Jeff Bud Fisher Spain

Three youths to be hanged for murder in Bordeaux jail

In Bordeaux jail at Montreal, three youths under 20 named J B Lemay Murdock Allen and Romeo Lacoste face execution for the murder of Alcide Payette a St Sulpice farmer. Clemency pleas failed. They were sentenced October 4 1819 after a five day trial. the jury charged with death minutes after instructions.

Montreal Bordeaux J.B. Lemay Murdock Allen Romeo Lacoste Alcide Payette St. Sulpice Desy Payette

Scarlet Days at New Armory Theatre Repeats Tonight

The audience who missed yesterday can catch Scarlet Days tonight at New Armory Theatre with showings at 7 30 and 9 15.

Damsel in Distrees and School Scandal At Local Star

Tomorrow The Star presents June Caprice and Creighton Hale in A Damsel in Distrees a light comedy drama adapted from Pelham Wodehouse. Also A School Scandal two part Sun sinsy Comedy for big laughs matinee 2 30. Evening shows after 7 15 with special orchestra music tickets at local outlets.

June Caprice Creighton Hale Pelham Grenville Wodehouse Tae Star Orchestra

House After Palmer On Sedition Law

Washington January 23 The house rules committee may insist on Palmer appearing before it to explain his apparently changed view of sedition legislation. Palmer's letter disapproving of Graham and Sterling sedition bills but not recommending any measure conflicts with his earlier week position. Representatives Snell and Rodenberg say the attorney general is bucking water and shifting responsibility to Congress.

United Press Washington, D. C House Rules Committee Palmer Campbell Snell New York Rodemberg Ilinois Congress

Pan American Financial Cent closes session. Payne outlines transport policy

Washington D C Jan 23 Pan American Financial Center held its closing session with Shipping Board Chairman John Barton Payne detailing policy for its South American steamer passenger service. Latin American delegates will tour Annapolis Hog Island shipyards and various U S sites including coal iron fields cotton districts rail centers steel plants and fruit and grain growing regions.

Washington, D. C Pan American Financial Cent Sod John Barton Payne The Shipping Board Naval Academy Annapolis Hog Island Shipyards Railroad Cents

Family Budget Day Highlights Thrift Campaign

This week marks Family Budget Day in a thrift campaign promoting budgeting expenditures. Organizers distribute sample budget forms showing income levels for different family sizes to illustrate advantages of living within a planned budget.

Weather Postpones 500 Clash Between DeKalb Elks and Malta Knights

Inclement weather forces postponement of the 500 match scheduled for this evening at Malta between the DeKalb Elks and the Malta Knights. No rescheduled date announced.

Malta DeKalb Elks Malta Knights

Mrs Keenan Dies At Home After Cerebral Hemorrhage

Mrs. Michael Keenan, aged 53, died at her North Street residence last evening after returning from her sister in law’s home on South Party Street. A cerebral hemorrhage caused her death. she had lived in the city for 40 years. She was born Catherine Riley in Caherdivheen Ireland on January 1, 1867 and came to the United States in 1578. She married Michael Keenan on August 17, 1817 and left behind three daughters Anna Louise and Alice and a son William plus her brother Pat Riley. Funeral services are set for Monday at 10am from St. Mary's Church with burial in St. Mary's Cemetery.

Michael Keenan North Street Keenan Michhael Riley South Parth Street Katherne Riley Caherdiveen County Kerry Ireland Anna Louise Alice William Pat Riley St. Mary's Church St. Mary's Cemetery

Last Times D. W. Griffith's Scarlet Days at New Armory Tonight

Theatres showcase D. W. Griffiths film Scarlet Days at the New Armory Theatre tonight. Advertisement highlights a special production with a likely single showing and local entertainment emphasis.

D. W. Griffith New Armory Theatre

Headway on the Treaty and Local Death Shocks City

William Scott, 28, dies at his home from influenza after a brief illness. A former police officer and now a car inspector, he married Elizabeth Moriarity two years ago and leaves his wife, mother, two sisters, and notable connections to local officials. In Washington, reports emerge of a bipartisan treaty compromise fueling Borah opposition to Senator Lodge. Conferees seek patience as Article 10 talks proceed, with Frelinghuysen threatening to bolt if reservations change.

William Scott North-Western Railway Elizabeth Moriarity Belle Scott Mia Carl Klinghiel D. TD. Langlo James Scott John Carr DeKalb The Kalb United Press Washington D. C Senator Lodge Borak-Johnson Lodee 6Th Lodge Sendle Frelinghuysen N. J

Flu Cases Increase Reported in City

Reports show influenza totals rising with 61 cases in the city this afternoon, 16 reported today and 7 yesterday. Snow partly slowed spread, though effects not yet fully felt according to officials.

Hemenway Tops State Parole Agent Exam in Illinois

Springfield Jan 23 William F Hemenway 85 Chauncey St Sycamore veteran of the great war passed highest in the state service examination for parole agent the commission announced today Otto Oberg 129 Gurler St De Kalb also passed the examination for janitor according to the board announcement

Cation Cross Springfield William F. Hemenway Chauncey Street Sycamore Otto Oberg Gurler Street DeKalb

Business growth boosts third share in local garage

R J Murphy promoted to one third partner in Lucas Garage on West Lincoln Highway joining O E Liens and Milton Schandelmeir. Murphy keeps general manager duties and aims to expand operations as business thrives locally. Separately New York verifies Fed rate hike to curb postwar inflation. Chicago hosts clearing houses on rate discussions with actions to follow.

R. J. Murphy Lucas Gerage West Lincoln Highway Murphy Joliet O. E. Liens Milton Schandelmeir

Dutch Refuse Kaiser Extradition Request

Paris reports that the Dutch government will refuse the Supreme Council's request for extradition of the former Kaiser. The final Dutch reply had not reached Paris by late afternoon.

Paris France Supreme Council

Anti-Saloon League Leader to Speak at City Church

F Scott McBride state superintendent of the Anti-Saloon League will speak at the Methodist church Sunday morning at 10 45. He has aided the League nationally and will describe the work accomplished by the organization.

F. Scott McBride Anti-Saloon League McBride League

Allies Recognize Armenian Independence Declared

Paris dispatch reports that the Allies decided to recognize the de facto independence of Armenia. Erivan, capital of the new state, lies 115 miles southwest of Tiflis and is cited in the notice.

Armenia Paris France Erivan Tiflis

Why Girls Leave Home News Dispatch

Hal Roach and Harold Lloyd director 助paying his girls $100 a week. Eleven grand gate prizes at the Apollo encore. Chronicle Want Ads get results.

News Dispatch Hal Roach Harold Lloyd Apollo Dence

Justices Meet Here to Form County Organization

Justices of the peace, police magistrates and constables from all parts of the county gathered at city hall to organize a county unit of the Illinois Justices Association. Officers and committees were to be elected, with S. A. Miligan, W. F. Sell, and James E. Stone on the arrangements committee. George W. Carr, state organization president and editor of the Justice Bulletin, was expected to attend. County groups are already formed in ten counties, with meetings called in many more counties.

Justices of the Peace Foxy Ilinois Justices’ Association S. A. Miligan DeKalb W. F. Sell Sycamore James E. Stone Malta George W. Carr Tha Justice Bulletin

Banks Meet in Chicago to Stabilize Prices Nationwide

United States officials say a grand bankers meeting in Chicago could curb high living costs by setting a uniform interest rate on deposits across the country. If adopted, the plan aims to curb speculation, divert funds to productive industry, and lower prices within about 30 days.

Ify United Dressy

Economy Will Be Watchword For Congress

Washington January 25 Leaders in both houses demand economy and ruthless trimming of appropriations. Senator Smoot Utah a top appropriations voice says government must cut spending to meet revenue shortfalls. He warns fiscal year revenues may fall to about 4.5 billion due to sagging profits in major industries.

Washington D. C House Senate Smooth Utah Appropriations Committee Smoot

Lecture Set for This Evening Is Postponed

The lecture on The Heart of Nature's Wonderland was to be given at the Methodist church by Rev. Barrett Evans but has been postponed until next Friday evening due to the pastor's illness.

Methodist Church Barrett Evans Barrett

Red Drives Halted Amid Peace Hopes In Paris

United Press reports in Paris on January 23 that the Russian Soviet army’s sudden slowdown may be a tactic to coax allied circles toward peace with Russia. Observers say the lull could ease trade moves with the Soviet Cooperative Society and hint at recognition. The Bolshevik wireless notes Russia’s enthusiasm is limited for the council’s plan to resume trade without recognition. British reports show gains for anti Bolshevik forces as Red advances slow.

United Press Paris France Russia Socety Supreme Council Red British War Office

Second Set in Pool Tournament Postponed

The pool match between the Elks and the Knight of Columbus at the Knights of Columbus Hall was postponed until next Tuesday. Tickets are one dollar plus tax for the Apollo dance at Elk's Hall.

the Elks the Knight of Columbus Knights of Columbus Hall Elk's Hall

Knight on the Stand in Navy Decorations Dispute

Rear Admiral Austin M. Knight testified before a Senate committee that naval decoration awards should consider more than mere contact with the enemy, challenging Secretary Daniels. Knight’s board recommendations had been overruled in several cases, amid broader naval honors debates.

United Press Washington, D. C Austin M. Knight Daniels Senate Committee Simms Secreta Knight Board

Mrs Lane Dies at Home in Chicago

Miss Elizabeth Lane, of De Kalb and Malta connections, widow of J J Lane, died in Chicago after heart trouble. Survived by husband and two sons aged ten and fourteen. Brother’s wife also named Lane. Funeral arrangements not announced.

Elizabeth Lane Charles Weddell J.J. Lane Chicago Lane de Kalb Malta Northwestern Railroad

Legion Game in Belvidere Promises Fast Tussle

The Belvidere Legion aims to repeat a one point win over DeKalb from a previous meeting as Ray Franz and Buier return. DeKalb brings a stronger squad while locals plan to travel for the game and attend a dance at Adelphi hall afterward.

Adelphi Hall

Lincoln Highway Open All Way From Here to Malta

Ockie VanStone urges Chronicle correction of a false impression that the Lincoln Highway is closed between the city and Malta. He contends detour signs steer traffic onto the south Malta road unnecessarily while the north route is open and in fair condition into the western suburb.

Malta Ockie VanStone Su Gesus Chronicle Mr. VanStone Fairehope

Hoover Makes Flying Trip to Gotham Again

President hopeful Herbert C Hoover returned to Washington after a brief flying visit to New York. He met with Julius Barnes whose speech fueled speculation about Hoover's nomination. Hoover declined interviews and provided no public statements.

Hoover Gotham United Pres Washington, D. C Herbert C. Hoover Washington New York Julius Barnes

nationwide hunt for missing Jeanne DeKay reaches city

Local police have received circulars with the picture and description of Jeanne Anne DeKay, the Chicago girl missing nationwide. The search continues with public aid urged. A separate social event, the Apollo dance, takes place tomorrow night at Elk's Hall with tickets available at Secor's.

Chicago Jeanne Anne DeKay Jim Apollo Dance Elk’s Hall Secor’s

Community House Campus Meeting Planned For Next Week

Next Friday night is tentatively set for a large meeting here about the proposed community house. Delegates from churches clubs lodges and organizations along with industrial plants and labor bodies are to attend to hear the proposal. Several groups have already named representatives.

Powhatan Still On Top Of The Way

Wireless message from Captain Hali of the disabled transport Powhatan received at New York indicates further trouble ahead unless a heavier vessel is available to aid. The note followed transfer of 21 passengers from the stricken Powhatan to the steamer Northern Pacific after the incident near Cliffe, Maine.

iRy Unheores New York N. Y Hali Hatan Cliffe Pas Northern Pacific

Buford Arrives in Kiel With Radical Cargo Update

American transport Buford, called a soviet ark, reached Kiel from Hanzo Finland carrying 249 radicals depp from the United States. The ship will pass through Kiel locks later and stay about 48 hours.

United Press Kiel Germany Buford Hanzo Finland United States Kiel Locks

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