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Dekalb Daily Chronicle

Location

Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jun 07, 1920

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Hughes Today Has Dark Horse Chance in Deadlock

Hughes leads with a possible unexpected win as deadlock looms. Analysts note last minute shifts and potential upsets.

Hughes Dark Horse Chance

Dark horse talk swirls at GOP convention amid nomination bids

Chicago dispatch details tense jockeying for the Republican nomination as Hughes Johnson and others vie for support. Borah signals Hughes as a possible second choice if Johnson falters, while old guard plans consolidate around Lowden. Delegates caucus to shape platform and committee leadership, with suffrage and prohibition issues fueling debate.

United Press Chicago Frank O.lowden Sibama Tlinois Yral Leonard Wood Arizona Kansas Hiram Johnson eeChicago Charle Evans Hughes Hughes Borah Johnson Irvin L. Lenreot Wisconsin Sproul Pennsylvania Coliseum Allen Hoover Hiram, Johnson Will H. Hays Samuel Gompers American Federation of Labor Federation Montreal Resolutions Committee Farmers Representatives League of Women Voters Hays Old Guard Frank O. Lowden Lowden Repor Nicholas Murray Butler Chof Cate Oregon George McCammant Portland Aut Large National Republican M McCormick Prohibition Frees Idaho Charles BE Borak New York N. Y Charles Evans Hughes Supreme Court

Aurora man dies after stabbing in pool hall dispute

Alex Lahti was stabbed Saturday afternoon over a card game dispute at the pool hall of Rista Johnson. He was rushed to the city hospital where the left shoulder wound severed an artery and doctors feared a fatal bleed but the bleeding was stopped. A suspect described as Katie Kuneela is involved, with ongoing searches and a potential trial planned.

Alex Lahti Katie Kuneela Rista Johnson Alex Satordayo Aurora Siven City Hospital Rodney Wright Mary Wilitsie Afton Township Henry Swanson Mary Wiltsie Harold Gail Holland Effie Schilling Hazel Myrtle Wilisle Schilling

Sandwich Loses Population In Dekalb County Census

The 1rst DeKalb county community listed in the census returns was Sandwich. The Sandwich figures show a loss of 90 persons since the ten year census, with a drop in percentage. Nearby southern city also fell and De Kalb is expected to hold its own as foreign elements move away, though recent flux may affect numbers.

Mary &. Lowell DeKalb County Sandwich DeKalb

Band Concert at Huntley Park This Thursday Evening

The first open air band concert of the season will be held at Huntley Park Thursday night. It will begin shortly after eight o clock. The program will include new selections the band has been rehearsing this season.

Huntley Park

County seat darkey taken on theft here

Irved Jlomnson a negro from Sycamore was caught by Officer Martin trying to sell a bicycle stolen in Sycamore last Saturday. He was attempting to pass the bike at several stores before two bystanders alerted the officer. The bike was confirmed stolen property and the man was taken to the county jail to await trial.

Irved Jlomnson Sycamore Martin

Weather and shows in DeKalb area on the 16th

The forecast for DeKalb and nearby is unsettled weather with increasing winds and warmer temperatures. Local entertainment includes Miss Bernadine DeGrave, Mahar Russell, and Wildey Leaders performing in Knights of Columbus Minstrels and Elks Follies with fancy dancing, music, and singing.

DeKalb Bernadine DeGrave Mahar Russell Wildey Elks Follies Chicago

Democrats to Attack All Acts of the Congress

Washington dispatch reports the Wilseh administration plans a broad strike against the Republican Congress. The strategy attacks the congress for treaty defeat and from additional angles to help defeat as many members as possible. Three administration statements have already been issued.

Congress United Presgy Washington, D. C Wilseh Republican Congress

Graduation Baccalaureate Service At Township High

The entire graduating class attended a baccalaureate service at First Lutheran Church last night. The choir and soloists Elvin Carlson and Zaida Munson performed well. Rev Webster led scripture, Rev Yard delivered the sermon on using time, and Rev Fairlund preached a strong message followed by benediction from Rev Evans. The service was well received and lasted about the same length as the previous service.

First Lutheran Church Sradurtin Elvin Carlson Zaida Munson For Webster W. Ro Yard Fairlund Sone Evans Geal Wating

Local Knights Elect Officers for Next Year

At the Knights of Pythias meeting last Thursday officers were elected for the coming year. Elected were Harry B. Goodison as chancellor commander James Coyne as vice chancellor commander Arthur Brugzerman as Master of Work G Sutton as master at arms A L Johnson as prelate Tt Rolfe as inner guard and R L Gilley as outer guard.

Knights of Pythias Harry B. Goodison James Coyne Arthur Brugzerman G. Sutton A. L. Johnson Tt. Rolfe R. L. Gilley

Handicapped Pairings Set For Chicago Trophy Contests

The handicap committee at the country club announced first round pairings for the Chicago Appreciation Trophy peontest, the season opener to be played this week. Many handicaps were fixed despite late season. matches must finish by next Saturday night or be defaulted to the winner. Players urged to notify Milo Oakland or others if they plan travel to Sterling.

Country Club Lena P. W. Fisk Ho W. McEwen J'Ll Contess Sterling Milo Oakland S. M. Hunt Il. W. Middleton F. W. Greenaway Stern

Commerce Commission Plans 300 Million Revolving Fund

The Interstate Commerce Commission announced it will distribute the 300 million dollar revolving fund created by the transportation act to aid railroads. The fund aims to stabilize carrier finance and support industry during challenging conditions.

United Press Washington, D The Interstate Commerce Commission Today

Marguerite Clark Stars in Easy to Get Tonight

Marguerite Clark appears in the latest play Easy to Get with showings at 7:30 and 9:00 tonight. The listing notes her name prominently and underscores evening performances at the theater.

Marguerite Clark Bo Ena Ae

Pythians Entertained by Former Pal at Crystal Lake

Two auto loads of Knights of Pythias members from the local Iudge visited Crystal Lake Saturday night to spend the weekend with Farmer Charles Holderness, now located on his farm near there. They brought fishing gear, had a fine time loafing and playing horseshoes, and toured the Holderness farm with hearty approval.

Knights of Pythias Iudge Crystal Lake Charles Holderness Kuteht Holderness Farm

Chicago Team Trimmed Here By Steel Nine

The American Steel and Wire Chicago office team played the North and South Works team from the local mills, ending with a 7 to 6 score in favor of the Chicago team. A flag ceremony with the Star Spangled Banner occurred at 3 PM as about 1050 spectators stood. The game was well run and showed strong speed from the locals.

Chicagn American Steel and Wire Company North and South Chicago

George Walsh and Harold Lloyd at Star Tonight

George Walsh stars in The Shark a sea story of luck fire and love while Harold Lloyd delivers From Hand to Mouth a big new two part comedy. Performances at 7 20 and 9 00 adults 25e children tax extra special music by the Star orchestra.

Star Playhouse George Fnre Love Lloyd She War Tax Star Orchesta

K of C Minstrels at St Marys Hall Tonight

K of C Minstrels headline at St Marys Hall at eight o clock with new jokes and songs. Martin Donnelly sings and Russell Wildey performs a special act. End men include A L Wildey John McCormick Al Cross Earl Kennedy Earl Stewart and Robert McCormick. Directed by Prof Frank Kells of Aurora. Admission 75 cents plus tax for two hours of mirth and music.

K. Of.c. Minstrels St. Mary’s Hall Martin Donnelley Russell Wildey A. L. Wildey John McCormick al Cross Earl Kennedy Earl Stewart Robert McCormick Frank Kells Aurora

Supreme Court Clears Volstead Law in Sweeping Decision

The Supreme Court approves the Volstead Act in a sweeping ruling, delivering a decisive defeat for the wets. The decision upholds prohibition with broad implications across states and law enforcement.

Supreme Court backs national prohibition in landmark ruling

The United States Supreme Court upheld the 18th Amendment and the Volstead Act, declaring national Prohibition valid and enforceable in all states. The decision nullifies stricter state laws and affirms federal supremacy, delivering a decisive victory for federal enforcement against brewing interests.

United Press Washington, D. C United States Supreme Court New Jersey Wisconsin Rhode Island Congress Marshall Massachusetts Missouri Kentucky Milwaukee Geiger White VanDeventer

Raymond Kennedy Seeks County Recorder Nomination in Esterville

Pat Kennedy waits for primary results as his son Raymond campaigns in Esterville Iowa for the county recorder of deeds post. Local party workers say he is unlikely to lose the nomination which is tantamount to election.

Pat Kennedy Esterville Iowa Raymond County Recorder of Deeds Exsterville

Joe Morris Recovers From Hip Fracture At Rockford Hospital

Joe Morris of Kirkland has been hospitalized in Rockford for several weeks with a fractured hip and is showing signs of recovery as doctors monitor his condition.

Joe Morris Kirkland Rockford Hospital

Chinese Wins Decision Upon Citizenship

The supreme court overruled the Secretary of Labor Wilkson's refusal to admit Quack Jan Fat of Monterey California. Fat claimed American citizenship by birth in the United States and argued the government tried to bar him returning from China. Welsh Choir Concert Tonight at 8 o'clock in M E Church.

United Press Washington, D. C Supreme Court Wilkson Quack Jan Fat Monterey California United States Fat China

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Lodge Ross E. Williams Hamilton F. Keath Texas H. F. McGregor Watson Resolutions’ Committee Will Hayes Republican National Committee Vre League of Nations Horace Ellis Indianapolis Minneapolis Harrison McKinley Ellis McKinley Boosters Deal Bishop Anderson St. Paul's Church Johnson Place Hely Aure H. Ff. Levell Home South Fourth Street Kaneville Anderson Diocese of Chicago B. C. Knocie St. Paul's Choveh St. Paul's DeKall Mrs. Anderson Helen Whittrove Jessie Marion Elizabeth Hunt Munlevant Geasee Boyd Powell's Drug Store Knights of Columbus Minstrels Mrs. PW FF Lunt H.R. Sorensen Flow Greenaway T. Oakhind Oakland Hunt S. M Frank Mosher W. F. Wiltberger J.C. Joslyn B.C. Knodle HH. K. Fisk C. E. Bradt George Walsh Harold Lloyd Star Tonight Ray Kennedy M. E. Church
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