Sycamore prepares long awaited paying project
A public hearing on February 7 precedes a major local improvements plan in Sycamore. Officials expect about 38 blocks of paying improvements to be completed by 1925 end with an estimated cost of 180 000 dollars. The board selects streets and begins contracting for paving in the south end and other areas as work proceeds.
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Sycamore
Brower
Mae
South End
Red Street
Board of Local Improvements
Patterson Leaves Baptist Church for Illinois Charge
Rev J A Patterson has resigned after about three years as pastor and departed for his new post in Rantoul Illinois. Friends gathered at H N Baker’s home after prayer meeting to bid farewell as his household goods were moved earlier in the week. A billfold presented as a token of appreciation noted his splendid pastorate and work.
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A. D
Rson
Brown and Warren Brown Visit Sycamore Jay to Check Matters
Fish Warden Warren Brown with headquarters in videre and Game Warden Brown made a routine visit to Sycamore jay. They checked on several matters and pledged prompt attention to any Walton chapter complaints.
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Brown
City A
Warren Brown
Videre
Sycamore Jay
Mr. Brown
Walton
Nrod Reports Sister's Death in Jersey City Hospital
W Steenrod of rod and Marr received notice from relatives in the east that his sister Mrs Cora Webster died at a Jersey City hospital on Wednesday. She was about 50 years old and will be buried in Liberty New York as other family members have been.
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W. Steenrod
Rod & Marr
Cora Web
Jersey City
Webster
Liberty
New York
Fam
Supervisors Hold Meeting at Court House
The board of supervisors met at the courthouse with plans to finish a week old work session today. Attendance delayed the start by nearly an hour as members arrived late and the roll call began around ten o clock.
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Court House
Board of Supervisors
Civil Service Play Delights Sycamore Audience
The Sycamore Players under Dr E B Barrow presented Civil Service at the Methodist church to a larger crowd than the previous night. Cast members received praise and a banquet for the cast followed, with proceeds funding the boiler fund.
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Sycamore Players Company
E. B. Barrow
Methodist Church
Izaak Walton Meeting Promises Key February Session
Sycamore Izaak Walton chapter plans a February regular meeting Monday night with several important business items anticipated. Rev. Walter Pearson of the Salem Lutheran church is invited to speak, an address expected to interest all attendees. The Department of Agriculture notes 608000000 acres of potential crop land in use nationwide.
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Izaak Walton
Sycamore
Walter Pearson
Salem Lutheran Church
Old License Book Found Reveals 1924 Auto Ownership
County Clerk Charles Talbot uncovered an old 1909 auto license book showing 21 493 licenses for that year and noting the era’s owners. The 1924 licenses reached 978 361 with several local entries from Sycamore DeKalb Rochelle and nearby towns reflecting brand choices and owner names.
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Charles Talbot
Ford
C. B. Brown
Sycamore
Brush
F. B. Townsend
J. K. Egpert
Buick
C. E. Walker
Bloomstrom
J. H. Jarboe
Rankin DeKalb SUID List Compared With 15 Years Past
County Clerk Talbot plans to keep the old book as an antique while noting the 15 year comparison with the current list. The list was casually reviewed today showing Dr J S Rankin from DeKalb among noted entries.
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J. S. Rankin
DeKalb
Beckler Emerges As Early Front-Runner In Sycamore Mayoral Race
Political activity rises in Sycamore as petitions circulate to back S Miles Henderson for mayor. James Beckler’s supporters also push a petition highlighting Beckler's prior tenure as mayor and his past record as a credential for another term.
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Beckler
Sycamore
S. Miles Henderson
James Beckler
Lacas Opens Restaurant Near Station
George Lacas opened a new restaurant near the Great Western depot, though not at the station itself. He has experience in the field and a sizable outlay, and the business expects to attract a share of local dining traffic. The restaurant welcomed customers for business on Wednesday.
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George Lacas
Great Western
Medical Society Members Meet at Sycamore Hospital
DeKalb County doctors gathered at Sycamore Municipal Hospital for the monthly meeting. The society plans annual hospital meetings and Sycamore hosted this session after a noon luncheon with strong attendance.
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DeKalb County
Masons to Convene Stated Meeting Tonight
Sycamore Lodge No. 134 A F and A M will hold a stated meeting at the Masonic hall tonight with officers hoping for large attendance. Candidates will be in waiting for degree work, promising a full turnout of No 134 members.
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Lodge of
Odd Fellows
Odd Fellows Lodge
Masons
Sycamore Lodge No. 134
A. F
A. M
Masonic Hall
No. 134
Shawl description and cork tip in 1910s notes
The article describes fringe shawls for evening wear in plain heavy crepe de chine with long silk fringe and no embroidery. It also offers a tip to prevent glue corks from sticking by applying glycerine to the surface. It mentions Mr Bell and hotel management in relation to rebuilding patronage and reputation.
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Bell
Sycamore Hotel Hires Robert Bell as Manager
Friends recall Robert Bell a longtime restaurant owner in Chicago and later in the city taking charge as manager of the Sycamore hotel. He begins duties amid plans for improvements as the hotel addresses years of neglect.
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Sycamore Hotel
Robert Bell
Chicago
Bell
Karnak claims ease stomach troubles and weight gain
A Freeport woman reports drastic relief from digestion and stomach pain after using Karnak pills. She praises regained appetite, weight gain of 12 pounds, and improved health, saying the treatment cured years of misery. Leads credit to Karnak as widely advertised in DeKalb and local druggists.
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Karnak
Freeport
Jana
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Ed Bilney
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United States
Lacas
Hanrahan
Fourth Street
South Dakota
J. E. Myler
James B. Murray
Murray
Wm. F. Wiltberger Co. Insurance Odd Fellows Building
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Richmond
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McCormick
Deere
Emerson
Atwood
Jamesway
Floyd Listy
John Whitman
Allen Johnson
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