Two Injured in Auto Crash at Elburn Corners
Miss Marthe Brown of Chicago and M Price of Rockford sustained injuries when three cars collided near Elburn corners around six last evening. James Brown and a Studebaker were involved. a Dodge coupe, driven by Price, was wrecked. A Buick coupe also damaged. Price suffered head and body lacerations and a broken knee cap. Brown drove his Studebaker to DeKalb.
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Gloria Story Heroine Becomes Mother
Gloria Gregory wife of a lawyer is reported to have given birth to a child. The child’s name is not disclosed and both mother and child are said to be in good health. The family resides on Colles avenue where Mrs Gregory previously drew attention as the heroine of The Flapper Wife. It is unclear where the father is, with his associates saying he traveled to Geneva on a case.
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Trial Goes On Today With No Thrills Seen
In Los Angeles July 1 United Press reports the state closed its case against three men charged with conspiring to kidnap film star Mary Wickford and extort 300000. Jess Lewis the key witness known as Lewis the spider testified for the state. The defense plans to argue confessions were obtained by third degree methods as the proceedings remain featureless with no appearance by Miss Pickford or Douglass Fairbanks.
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Marvin Chases Panhandlers From Camp Grounds
A camp custodian at Annie's Woods, A. W. Marvin, reports driving away two men who were using the grounds as a paint shop and camping there, and a second group with liquor arriving early, prompting him to eject them. He says he will not tolerate such intrusions and stays vigilant.
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Meeting This Afternoon On Hotel Matter
A Chamber of Commerce committee discussing a new city hotel planned to run through the afternoon. They expect to finalize acceptance of the proposal and announce results tomorrow after a long review. Mr Shaw of Chicago attended the meeting and contributed to final details.
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City Council Meeting Next Tuesday Night
Regular city council session set for next Tuesday night with several important matters to discuss. A prior delegation to Genoa reported on a new police telephone system and inspected its operation to link officers on beats with the police station.
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Genoa
Jewel Shop in Loop Scene of Bold Theft
Two bandits raided a Loop jewelry store on the 10th floor, escaping with $16,000 in jewels. proprietor S. J. Simmons was knocked down with a revolver blow as he tried to stop the robbery. Building at Randolph and State, two blocks from the busiest corner.
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Baldwin Provisional Coal Settlement Reached in Commons
London July 31 Premier Baldwin announced a provisional settlement of the coal crisis. Mine owners suspend lockout notices for two weeks to allow workers in Britain to vote on the plan while a royal commission is set up to study the industry.
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Michiganett in Buick Demonstration Ends Laughably
Passengers in a Buick machine were jolted when a demonstration of four wheel brakes near Innovation showed how quickly the car could stop. The Michiganett driver, at about 25 miles an hour, braked hard as another car began to back up. He retrieved his bat, aided a child to return to the seat, and watched rear passengers climb aboard after landing on the floor. Though some may have been bruised, the episode was described as humorous.
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New Supply of Chickie Hits Stores at 75 Cents
A fresh supply of the popular book Chickie is selling well after a year since publication. Chicago readers embraced it as a serial and current sales remain strong. The publisher offers a special price of 75 cents at Leslie's Store with a limited stock of Women’s Summer Bloomers on sale at 39 cents.
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Weather outlook for Minsis: partly overcast tonight and Saturday
The forecast calls for partly overcast skies in Minsis tonight and continuing cool conditions into Saturday. No precipitation expected and temperatures remaining at lower ranges. Residents should plan for a cool weekend with mild winds.
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Madden Talks to President About Revenue
Rep. Madden of Illinois, chair of the Appropriations Committee, met with President Coolidge at the White House to review departmental expense bills for the next session. The talks focus on holding federal outlays to 3 billion dollars and paving the way for tax reductions amid uncertain estimates of possible savings.
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Rural School Program Tonight in Coltonville Public event
Residents of the Coltonville area near North First street will hear an evening program at the local school. The lineup includes a women's trio and piano pieces, with selections such as Spanish Serenade Hawaiian Moonlight and Song of Love. Irene Jenkins and Leonard Rich perform, with Ruby Nich and Madjorie Hote on violin.
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Irene Jenkins
Leonard Rich
Summer Term Ends At High School At Noon
Over 170 students attended the summer program as the high school term ends at noon today. School officials call the undertaking a success and expect a repeat next summer. The course helps students make up missed work and prepare for the graduating class. Also drawn from surrounding community, a few youths attended the entire session.
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Springfield Kidnapping Case Involving Two Teens
Two youths Melvin Fagan and Michael Lamb jailed in Springfield on kidnapping charges of 13 year old Miss Mabel Shockey. Police had been seeking her. trio detained after a Saturday arrest at Leslie's Store where advertised items included 48 by 48 Sanitas table covers and 58 by 58 covers, plus dishes and coffee ware.
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Michael Lamb
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Coal Strike Likely as Talks Stall in Atlantic City
Atlantic City N J Toly 31 John J Lewis international president of the United Mine Workers says a settlement before the contract expires is unlikely miners and mine owners in conference here remain deadlocked after three weeks operators claim cost would rise and cannot absorb it strike of 158000 anthracite miners looms September 1 British miners promised support to American coal workers as efforts continue.
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Atlantic City
N. J. Toly
Jonhn J. Lewis
Rochelle district meet hampered by rain and turnout
A small crowd gathered for the Rochelle Odd Fellows district meeting with 17 from DeKalb and double that from Rochelle present while Sycamore Lindenwood and Genoa lodges were absent due to rain and distance. The August meeting was set for DeKalb with date to be announced.
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Garden Club Meeting Planned for Next Tuesday
An upcoming garden club session is expected Tuesday evening to discuss the annual flower show scheduled for August or September. Members anticipate a larger display as gardens have expanded. Details on the meeting location and an illustrated lecture on European gardens by Irving Peterson remain to be confirmed.
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Footloose to Be Featured at DeKalb Theatre
DeKalb theatre orchestra under Mrs Lucille Kirchner will feature Footloose as a fox trot. The song by Hal Cochran and Carl Rupp is being distributed to musicians with an announcement forthcoming on when it debuts locally. Fox Publishing of Cleveland and New York markets the tune and it is expected to become widely known in the city and surrounding area.
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Officials In Trouble Over Council Work
Three aldermen and a former justice of the peace face preliminary hearings on conspiracy and neglect of duty charges stemming from a board of trustees dispute. The aldermen missed the last three meetings and are held on $500 bond. the justice is accused of conspiracy for allegedly advising them to stay away.
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Start Work On Murder Trial for Gardner
United Press reports in Lincoln Illinois that evidence in the Joe Gardner murder trial continued after jury selection ended. Mrs. Hutter testified after opening statements by both sides as prosecutors restated the case against Gardner for the death of Steve Hutter.
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Buick Company Reorganized New Location
DeKalb Buick is taken over by Homer McDole and E B Stilt and will relocate to West End Garage on West Lincoln Highway. About 16 new 1926 Buick models to be displayed soon with McDole in charge of sales. Existing DeKalb Buick mechanics join the new West Lincoln Highway service station. H G Gerlach moves his salesroom to Elk’s garage with Cleveland and Chandler models.
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Cleveland
Deport Remus to Be Deported Upon Release From Prison
United Press reports federal officials in Cincinnati Chicago and Atlanta launched an immigration probe into George Remus the millionaire bootlegger and 13 aliens tied to his alleged operation. They aim to deport him under a law allowing removal of an alien convicted of moral turpitude within five years of arrival.
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Ohio
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Atlanta
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Chicago
United States
Legion Meeting Set For Monday In De Kalb Post Rooms
An important De Kalb American Legion meeting will convene Monday night at the post rooms to discuss several matters. Officers say plans will be made for a large group to travel to Sterling Thursday for the tri state meeting, and a strong turnout of ex service men is urged. Ex servicemen wishing to join the DeKalb post should attend Monday night's session.
Semi Finals at Kishwaukee Club Set for Sunday
Semifinals for the Kishwaukee Country club championship will be held Sunday on the club course with 36 holes planned and the championship match scheduled later in the week. Wix Garner faces De Forest Hunt and Milo Oakland plays Stuart Anderson after Anderson earlier posted a 32 in a non championship round.
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Looney Found Guilty in Rock Island Conspiracy Trial
John P. Looney, once alleged ruler of Rock Island underworld, is convicted of conspiracy to protect prostitution gambling and liquor sales. He faces one to five years in Joliet prison. a contempt sentence of 60 days followed the verdict. State officials plan to review 10 additional indictments and may pursue Louis Ortell, a trial witness.
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Illinois
DeKalb Trackage for Sale Offers Prime Rail Site at Auction
Administrator with Will Annexed of DeKalb Trust & Savings Bank announces sale of valuable railroad trackage in DeKalb Illinois. Two large lots along west of First Street north of C N W tracks to be sold at court house in Sycamore Tuesday August 4 at ten AM. Ideal for coal or lumber yard junk yard factory site ice plant or other use. Three blocks from First National Bank. Only remaining city RR trackage in DeKalb Illinois.
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