Normal school to Host Large Baccalaureate Service
The graduating class of the Normal school will hold a baccalaureate service tomorrow night at 7 30 in the Normal auditorium. Dr J Stanley Brown president will deliver the calaurette address and ministers from the city will assist. Prof A Neil Annas will direct the musical program and several vocal solos are planned. The entire graduating class is expected to attend with a packed house. Class day exercises follow Monday at the lock.
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A. Neil Annas
J. Stanley Brown
Calaurette
Chronicle to Have Returns on All Voting
Beginning shortly before five o'clock The Chronicle will receive special bulletins as each ballot is taken. Calls come at about half hour intervals with one around five and another at six to start. After that they will come as frequently as ballots are taken about half an hour apart. Bulletins will be displayed in Chronicle windows and given to those who wish to call.
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Chronicle
Doubleheader at Steel Park draws large Joliet crowd
A large crowd gathered at American Steel baseball grounds on Pleasant Street for a doubleheader between Chicago office and Scott Street mill of Joliet. The flag raising ceremony occurred before the game and a steel company band performed as fans anticipated a hard fought contest.
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American Steel Baseball
Pleasant Street
Chicago
Scott Street
Joliet
Y Ford
Steel Company
Harry Wagner Greets Friends Around Town
Denver cola resident Harry Wagner attended the DeKalb alumni banquet after a Indianapolis convention. He arrived last night, planned to depart this morning for Chicas, then head to Les Moisies Iowa before returning home. His family is well and visiting from DeKalb with Iry reports.
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Harry Wagner
Denver
Cola
DeKalb
Indianapolis
Chicas
Les Moisies
Iowa
Iry
Johnson and
Dale Beales
Supreme Court Takes Cherry Case to Higher Court
The Supreme Court granted the writ of certiorari in the Cherry case challenging the appellate court ruling that upheld the Kane County court decision over a stock sale dispute involving alleged wrongful seizure by Chey during his receiver tenure. A memorial service for the Pythians is postponed due to the Normal 2 5 baccalaureate service.
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Supreme Court
Cherry
Appellate Court
Kane County Court
Chey
Dentists Meet at Mooseheart Big Kel Tareth Gathering
The Fox River district Dentists Society plans a large meeting at Mooseheart next Wednesday. H. J. Bosworth of Chicago will discuss office efficiency, introducing a system used nationwide. DeKalb dentists are expected to attend to apply the ideas discussed.
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Fox River Dentists Society
Mooreheart
H. J. Bosworth
Chicago
DeKalb
Gompers accuses Republicans of Defying Labor
President Samuel Gompers sharply attacks the Republican party, saying it turned its back on labor and its platform favors enemies of labor and workers. He vows broader broadcast of his report to the APL convention.
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United Press
Montreal
Samuel Gompers
Republican Party
A. PL of L
Gompers
News From Chicago Chronicle Bulletin Window Crowds
The Chronicle displayed live election bulletins in its window as returns arrived. A large crowd gathered at the office for updates from the convention in the Coliseum, with United Press wires providing the latest, historically accurate reports.
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Coliseum
Chronicle
United Press
Local men acquire battery shop near Quinn Garage
Bean and Lee narodmee purchase the automobile battery and electrical business near Quinn garage and plan to operate under the firm name Beat and Harold. They also bought the property south of the Quinn garage on North Fourth street and will begin building a cement block shop next week.
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Als. Bean
Lee Narodmee
Quinn Garage
Beat and
Harold
Quinn Gar
North Fourth Street
Swimmers In Force At Normal Pond
Normal pond experiences heavy student traffic on a hot day as youngsters seek cooling. The water is described as suitably deep for swimming with only minor roughness among groups.
Merchants Agree on Thursday Afternoon Closing Plan
Sycamore merchants announce final agreement for Thursday half-day closures. Sterling merchants weigh the plan while White Side County metropolis is reported to likely implement the policy next Thursday.
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Rnoon Too Lt
Sycamore
Sterling
White ‘Side
Harding files bid for reelection in Ohio
United Press reports Ohio Senator Harding is a candidate for reelection. The declaration was filed with the secretary of state's office at 11 58 last night by George E Harris of Cleveland. Harris said the filing had been prepared in Chicago Thursday.
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United Press
Columbus
Ohio
Harding
Secretary of State
George E. Harris
Cleveland
Harris
Chicago
Carranza Loyalists Arraigned in Murder Case
In Mexico City on June 12 members of the Carranza faction linked to the former president's death were formally arraigned today on charges of involvement in the murder.
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Mexico City
Mex
Venustiano Carranza
New Engine Installed on Spring Valley J Train
A new engine was placed on the Spring Valley J train this morning, with riders noticing a decided difference in running. The change was expected to improve service and reliability.
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Spring Valley
Great Day for Church Great Day for Church
Tomorrow marks a major event for the Swedish Mission church in Rockford and surrounding towns. About 100 delegates from Rockford Stillman Valley Batavia Belvidere Elgin Crystal Lake Lily Lake DeRul Beloit Wis will attend with visitors from Moline and Woodstock. Rev G F Hedstrand of Naugatuck Conn renowned on Sunday school work will deliver two lectures at 10 44 am and again in the evening. The program opens with a 9 am prayer service then a 2 pm discussion on Sunday school topics led by local leaders. Delegates will dine at member homes of the church.
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Rockford
Tlinoeis Conference of Sunday Schools
Swedish Mission Covenant
Stillman Valley
Batavia
Belvidere
Elgin
Crystal Lake
Lily Lake
DeRul
Beloit
Wis
Moline
Woodstock
G. FP. Hedstrand
Naugatuck
Conn
Yale University
Axel Cronlund
Hedstrand
Prans Swanstrom
H Carlson
J Londing
Wheeler nominates Johnson as GOP beacon at Chicago rally
Charles S. Wheeler of San Francisco urged the Republican nation al convention to nominate Senator Hiram Johnson, arguing he would assure victory while denouncing financial ghouls. Wheeler claimed a dark horse cannot win and defended Johnson as a radical only toward reformers. He praised Johnson’s hard line on wealth and defied anti Red charges, urging support from business leaders and officers.
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United Press
Coliseum
Chicago
Charles
Wheeler
San Francisco
Hiram jJohnson
Johnson
Wilson
White House
Capabe
Johson
David
Golden Gate
Hell Gate
DeKalb Men among Notre Dame Graduates on Commencement
Five Iimets men graduate at Notre Dame with degrees listed for Arthur Barry Hope and Dilton Patterson among DeKalb County stars. The ceremony includes a band concert, a pontifical mass, an alumni banquet, a solemn requiem, and the bachelor ovation, with track events at Cartier Field and final exercises in Washington Hall.
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Iimets
Notre Dame University
DeKalb County
Arthur Barry Hope
Dilton Patterson
Genoa
Illinois
DeKalb
Dillon J. Patterson
Paul K. Vonaghan
Pekin
John KH. Clancy
LaSalle
John Sherwood
Dixon
Lil
Nignorinoks Naarback
Washington Hall
Micheal Joseph Dudley
St. Augustine
Fla
Sacred Heart Church
Brownson Hall
Cartier Field
Collision between Ford and Henaughan delivery truck on Fine Street
A Ford driven by Ted Smiley collided with a delivery truck from Henaughan's on Fine Street at Seventh. The impact damaged the truck and the Ford but no injuries were reported due to the moderate speed. Driver Mike Polanos of the truck did not realize the crash initially.
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Henaughan
Crycock
Mike Polanos
Steel Mills to Close Down for Big Picnic
The article describes a planned steel mill picnic for workers and families. A parade and wheel head event are anticipated next Wednesday with large crowds, refreshments ordered, and workers paid as if on the job while at the picnic.
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Steel Mills
Picne
Legion Meets Next Tuesday for Important Business
The American Legion schedules a regular meeting Tuesday night at eight o'clock. One key item will be brought up for member approval. Last gathering had few attendees, leaving some business to await a fuller turnout.
Rest Room Relocation Planned for Third Street
The city rest room will move to Third Street where Marvin and Baggs currently operate. The new site is not yet ready, though alterations are planned before the rest room moves in after the current occupants move out.
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Third Street
Marvin
Baggs
Renewal Urged for War Risk Insurance in DeKalb
The article warns that renewals must be completed by July 1 or lose coverage. It notes many veterans in DeKalb let policies lapse and urges immediate action to renew.
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DeKalb
Has An Operation Upon His Throat Today
Everett Crowell underwent a throat operation yesterday morning at the city hospital. He is reported doing nicely and his condition is described as improving with expected steady progress.
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Everett Crowell
City Hospital
Children's Day Observed With Program At Local Church
Children prepare for a day of observances at Pirgy taaytion church with a lengthy Sunday school program. The day includes processional, recitations, solos, and a Rose Drill with Primary and Cradle Roll participants. Evening service canceled for a Normal school event.
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Abdie
Jion
Pinkston
Ivilion
Jack Thi
Ruth Barr
Seth Budrow
Berg
Little Messengers
Jean Johnson
Ruth Peacock
Terniece Wallia
Mabel Scot
Eva King
Cheleaeres
Jdyoe
Odell Hale
Edith Hale
Maycia Mosher
Mona Milbourne
Annetta Shreck
Lanswell Ward
Karly Dandelion
Mildred Berg
Bird's Chorus
Sherman Dunkelberger
Elizabeth Hokiemess
Corey Lieas
Evelyn Jackson
Jane Metcalf Sens
Irene Sullivan
Nora New
Progress on Christianson Place storehouse excavation advances
Work on Peter Christenson's storehouse excavation proceeds slowly with shovelers handling the task and completion near. After excavation, superstructure construction will begin as he plans to utilize existing writers and minimize delays. Beatrice Joy stars in Just a Wife at the Star, a refined drama praised for acting and production. Roy Stewart and Beatrice Joy receive strong support in the cast. Training for Husbands, the latest Sunshine Comedy, runs after 7 15. Adults 25 cents Child
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Christianson
Peter Christenson
Beatrice Joy
Star Tonight
Walters
Miss Williams
Roy Stewert
Judge Cliffe Loses Sister on Thursday
Miss Lillian June Attegee died at Sycamore Hospital on June 10 1920 at 6 30 pm after a lingering illness. Born August 17 1875 in Sycamore Illinois she was educated at Sycamore High School class of 1891 and taught years. She is survived by brothers W C Cliffe C Cliffe and Thomas M Cliffe and sister Mrs Nellie Quion all in the county. Funeral from St Marys Catholic church at 10 oclock with Panter and J O llara officiating and burial in Mt Carmel cemetery.
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Lillian June Attegee
Sycamore Hospital
Miss Cliffe
Sycamore, I
Center Cross St
Mass
Mary A. Chife
Sycamore
Misa Cliffe
Poe W. Cliffe
Panel C. Cliffe
Thomas M. Cliffe
Jude Adamec Cliffe
Nellie (. Quion
St. Mary's Catholic Church
Elock
Panther & J. O'llara
Mt Carmel
Puller Keeps Roads In Best Of Condition
Frank Fuller works on De Kalb roads on South Fourth Street area. Gravel and stone are laid as the biz roller smooths and compact the surface. Over half completed the project will resemble a boulevard and ease car wear and tear on travels.
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Frank Fuller
DeKalb
South Fourth Street
Seven Sailors Die In Eagle Boat Accident
Seven Navy sailors including three officers and four seamen are believed drowned after Eagle boat No. 2h was struck by a squall in the Delaware River near Wilmington. Navy officials say fate not known until later today as a heavy electrical storm lashed the area.
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Tiny United Press
Winmington
Del
Eagle Boat No. 2H
United States Navy
Delaware River
Navy
DeKalb County court indicts on liquor sale and jail break cases
The DeKalb county court indicts Mondey for selling intoxicating liquor and keeping nuisance after a June term opening. Jurors attach to Carter and other locals. two Camp Grant soldiers reach guilty for automobile theft under the new motor vehicle law. Five inmates who escaped jail are named, with indictments for burglary theft and breaking jail.
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Mondey
DeKalb County
North Avenue
Carter
Gerald Unverzagt
Chicago
James Watson
Camp Grant
Fairdale
Mark Kozenik
Merry Bartnjnek
Jare
Great Westen
Sycamore
Allan F. Byers
Voung
Ohioan Receives Many New Votes Today Amid Voting Breaks
A Ohioan saw a surge of votes as polling continued today with recess taken after noon. Officials say conferences were held until about four o'clock this afternoon to discuss procedures and results.
Harding surge dominates day at Republican convention
At the Coliseum in Chicago on June 12 delegates began a fifth ballot amid a stalled deadlock. Senator Warren G Harding of Ohio gained 28 votes on the eighth ballot signaling a shift as Lowden Wood and Johnson remained contenders. The scene featured tense caucuses and preparations for possible later ballots and a vice presidential vote.
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United Press
Coliseum
Chicago
Warren G. Harding
Ohio
Colizeum
Lodge
Johnson Harding Sproul
Butler
Coolidge
Poindexter
Knox
LaPollette
Sutherland
Dupont Hoover
Ward
Kelloge
Lowden
Illinois
Wood
Lowden Johnson
Michigan
Harding
Rudolph Hynicka
Johnson
LaFollette
Watson
Dupont - Hoover
Utah
Texas
Gillette
New York
General Wood
Sousa
Jodge
Obian
Jed
Harding Johnson
DuPont
Butler Knox
Kellogg
Acon
Wood “. Danseesee Harding
Johnson Ones
Sproul
la Follette
Cement Loads Move West Through City
Three auto loads of cement passed through here this noon en route to the west. The note highlights a cement surplus but a shortage of transport, hampering road work. Reports say railroad cars of cement are beginning to move, but none reached this locale yet. Charlie Chaplin stars in The Rink with Madge Kennedy in her latest comedy.
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Charlie Chaplin
Madge Kennedy
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