Eight indictments returned by June grand jury
The June grand jury reported eight true bills of indictment to Judge Fulton. Indictments name Harry T. Sheetz William Phillips Carl Johnson Owen Stover Roy White Edward Gorman John H Miller Alfred Turk Clayton Jorlin Walter Fritsch and others for burglary larceny conspiracy confidence game receiving stolen property and possessing intoxicating liquor. Details describe burglaries at the Abe Levin junk yard an armory theft bank burglary at Steward and a fraud case against John Miller defrauding DeKalb Trust & Savings Bank.
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Firit Court
Ses
Fulton
Sanford A. Holcomb
Harry T. Sheetz
William Phillips
Carl Johnson
Owen Stover
Roy White
Edward Gorman
John H Miller
Walter Fritsch
Alfred Turk
Clayton Jorlin
Sheetz
Phillips Stover
Johhnson
Stover
Levin
Armory Raviary
Howev
Steward
Edward Garman
Mary Eychaner
Esmond
Ralph Bump
Gary d
Citizens National Bank
Marietta
Miller
Bankers Bulletin
Ang
Columbus
Ohio
Tn County
Durk
Earlville
Arthur Ehrler
Fritsch
Sandwich
Japanese Protest Suicide Over Exclusion Law
Three more Japanese committed death by own action in Yokio as protest against U S immigration legislation excluding Japanese. A 20 year old man leaped before a train near China and left a will urging boycott of American goods. Other personal crisis reports followed earlier in the week.
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United
Yokio
Japan
American Congress
China
Flag Day Program Promises Civic Pride on Elks Lawn
Plans for a Flag Day observance on Saturday June 14 under the auspices of the B P O Elks and the American Legion include a talk by Dr C J Cierand on flag history and etiquette. A flag raising at 3 P M will precede an afternoon program with a band hoped for, a new Elks flagpole placement, and local merchants urged to display flags.
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Elks Lawn
B. P. O. Elks
The
American Legion
C. J. Cierand
Elks
Ilinois Power Company
Committee of the Sand
Legion
Martin Gives Up Command of Globe Flyers
Maj. Frederick L. Martin relinquished command of the American round the world flyers to Lieut. Lowell Smith after a crash in the mountains. Martin said he would not resume command in France and wished Smith to lead the squadron back in person, citing fairness and the honor due to Smith.
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Cite Press
Washington, D. C
Frederick L. Martin
Lowell Smith
B. Martin
France
Air Service
Martin
Patrick
Smith
Slayers In Jail Cells Avert Suicide Amid Guard Boost
Chicago June 4 Fear Leopold and Loeb may kill themselves prompted Sheriff Hoffman to double guard their jail cells. Both 19, they admitted killing Robert Franks for the thrill and face potential indictment after grand jury testimony. Blood traces tied to them were found on clothing and a car mat as proceedings continued.
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United
Chicago
Nathan Leopold
Richard Loeb
Robert Franks
Peter M. Hoffman
Leopold
Loeb
Qo Bandit
Loef
Thomas Dauzeny
Edward Doneer
Crowe
Previced ii
Jacob Franke
Youll
Franks
The Reporter’s Trade And Its Quirks In Town Life
A reflective piece compares occupations and the appeal of others work as the author recalls daily newsroom duties. It notes reporters walk streets talk to businessmen and juggle public expectations while facing criticism for every detail. The column weighs the irritations and rewards, including weekly pay and constant changes.
Tourist Involved in Hit and Run Near Kohler Die Plant
A Wisconsin driver struck James Morehead’s car on Third Street and fled the scene. Morehead quoted repair costs and the suspect briefly produced money, then fled again. State motor laws prohibit hit and run actions with penalties for evading officers.
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Thy Cerugusuness
Wisconsin
James Morehead
Morehead
Third Street
Kohler Die Company
John Dunn Celebrates Half a Century Of DeKalb Ties
The article recalls John Dunn, long time DeKalb resident and plumbing chief, celebrating five years since his arrival to lead local plumbing at the Elwood building. It notes his age past three score, his move from Chicago with a wife, and his role in DeKalb’s barb ed wire industry.
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North Western
T. L. Ellwood
Elwood
DeKalb
Biewood
Chicago
John Dunn
Dunn
John
McAdoo Holds Long Lead In Democratic Primary Returns
William G. McAdoo led in early returns from about a quarter of the state in the Democratic primary with a large lead over his opponent. Senator Underwood of Alabama was the only other presidential candidate showing in the early totals. Bryan led his delegate at large ticket in New York convention canvassing.
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Nee Ae Jackson Villa
William G. McAdoo
McAdoo
Senator Underwood
Alabama
William Jennings Bryan
New York
Jimmie Buys Shine Parlor on Lincoln Highway
Jimmie Katapedes known as Jimmie has purchased the De Kalb Shine parlor from William Ekonomon. The deal becomes effective this week. The business sits on the Lincoln Highway between Third and Porth streets with Jimmie overseeing operations while keeping an eye on the Second and Lincoln Highway location.
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Jimmie
Shine Parlor
Fourth
James Katapedes
DeKalb
William Ekonomon
Lincoln Highway
Third
Porth Street
Second
City Council Deliberates on Repairs Bills Zoning and Wires
City council's June meeting reviewed city hall repairs and contracts. Officials discussed a dangerous First Pine Augusta intersection and ordered zoning ordinance referral to the ordinance committee. A petition urged action against house to house underwear sales, and Western Union seeks permission to string wires across Lincoln Highway.
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City Hall
Hiland Brothers
Pleasantair
J. Comadina
Pine
Augusta
Etree, and Alley
Commissioner of Public Works
Chamber of Commerce
Petision
Lincoln Highway
North Third Street
Electricians
C. J. F. Carlson
Lewis Street
DeKalb
North Seventh Street
Ralston Opposes Indiana Democratic Nomination Boom
Senator Samuel L. Ralston discouraged Indiana Democrats from endorsing him for the presidential nomination. He said he is not a candidate and seeks no delegates or organization, leaving the Indiana delegation officially uninstructed but prepared to work.
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Come A Press
Indianapolis
Ind
Samuel L. Ralston
Indiana
Ralston
Painleve Elected President of French Chamber
Paris June 4 Farmer Dane kept at home by illness but Premier Painleve, peacemaker of the left, was chosen president of the chamber of deputies today. Dane plans to return to work soon as his health improves. One step Derby Peek's Academy tonight.
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Dane
United Press
Paris
France
Premier Painleve
City Council Delays Street Flusher Purchase
After a lengthy discussion the city council voted to leave the street flusher decision with the finance committee. Merchants pledged support but the committee fears the cost cannot be absorbed now, so the project is postponed and may be reconsidered when finances improve. The fire department could handle cleaning without extra city costs until then.
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Finance Committee
Lincoln Highway
Board of Local Improvements
Fire Department
Shenandoah Returns Safely to Blimp Hangar
The Shenandoah dirigible floated for four hours in fog between Trenton and Lakehurst before being guided into its hangar at Lakehurst N J. It was the fourth landing attempt after prior landings failed due to fuel consumption.
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United Tress
Lakehurst
N. J
Trenton
Naval Air Base
New York
Pennsylvania
Death of Bennie Dresser At 17
Late this afternoon word was received of the death of Bennie Dresser 17 son of Mr and Mrs Alfred Dresser residing northwest of the city. The youth had a heart ailment for some time and recently contracted pneumonia which caused his death. The obituary will follow in a later Chronicle issue.
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Bennie Dresser
Alfred Dresser
the Chronicle
Fine Program to Be Given at Rockford Soon
Announcements report a meeting of district association six of the Grand Encampment of Illinois IOOF to be held in Rockford on Saturday June 14 with hosts Rockford Encampment No 44 and Concordia Encampment No 195. Huntington James will lead an afternoon school of instruction at 330 pm followed by dinner at six and an association session led by District Deputy Frank Shattuck. Grand encampment officers will speak and P C P P Stack will give welcome with a response by P C P J R Holmes. At nine oclock the patriarchal decree will be conferred by Square Encampment No Chicago with Kishwaukee Encampment invited to attend.
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Rockford
District Association
Illinois
C. F
Concordia
Huntington James
Frank Shattuck
P. C. P. P. P. Stack
P. C. P. J. R. Holmes
Belvidere
Smith's Plane Fails to Make Trip to China
Three American round the world flyers sought to cross the east China Sea from Japan to China. Litut Lowell Smith's plane failed to take off and remained behind while the other two planes completed the flight landing in Shanghai. The American consul sent mechanics and supplies to fix Smith's craft as the group planned to reunite tomorrow.
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Shanghai
China
East China Sea
Japan
Litut
Lowell Smith
Smith
Boomerang Shines In High School Play At Auditorium
A full high school audience praised the Boomerang production led by Gordon Peacock as Dr Sumner and Louise Tyler as Grace Tyler. Ches ter Reynolds as Budd Woodbridge and Ruth Brock as Virginia Xelva gave standout performances in a brisk comedy with romantic entanglements and sharp wit. The cast also included Esther Remsujeff, Alice Toetenginges, Katherine Vanderbeek, and the high school orchestra provided music between acts.
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Gerald Summer
Gordon Peacock
Budd Woodbridge
Chester Reynolds
Grace Tyler
Louise Tyler
Preston Dewitt
Jack Boyle
Virginia Xelva
Ruth Brock
Dr. Sumner
Budd
Miss Tyler
Miss Xelva
Aloise Henning
Esther Remsujeff
Creighton Woodbridge
Ruth Webster
Gerrtrude Ludlow
Floyd von Ohlen
Waine Ericson
Russell Anderson
Mr. Stone
Katherine Vanderbeek
Evelyn Camp
Alice’Toetiinges
Matti Lettola
Eino Nieminen
William Hunt
Clella Peterson
Harriet Hammond
Louise Mosher
Erwin Peterson
Laura Moors
Manly Hunt
Honor Ont Ee Anderson
Louise Olson
Stanley Hurt
Helen Greeley
Pau Riteman
C Toenakces
Shriner Session Deliberates 1925 Convention Site
United Press notes Shriners gathered in Kansas City for their annual session to elect officers and choose the 1925 convention city. San Francisco or Los Angeles are favored, with Milwaukee and Denver also bidding as a campaign for 1926 begins. Heavy rain disrupted night festivities, but daytime cleared for the session.
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United Pess
Kansas City
Shriners
San Francisco
Los Angeles
Milwaukee
Denver
Still Store Receives Fresh Coat of Paint This Week
Hil and brothers, painters, are busy upgrading structures on the Lincoln Highway. The Still building at Third Lincoln Highway got a new paint job this week while crews work on the Vogue Beauty Parlor and National Bank building.
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Hil and Brothers
Lincoln Highway
Third Lincoln Highway
National Bank
Asia Hae
Bank
DeKalb People Plan to Attend Belvidere Iris Show
DeKalb residents plan to attend the Belvidere Iris Show in Belvidere on June 10 and 11. The exhibit will be in the Triangle showroom with attendance from DeKalb Garden Club and neighboring towns.
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DeKalb
DeKalb Garden Club
Boone
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Painleve
Chamber
Peek’s Academy
Civilization
Frederick Martin
Alva Harvey
Shenandoah
Blimp
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