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Dekalb Daily Chronicle

Location

Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jun 13, 1922

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Labor Body Address Set Ahead of Wisconsin Senator Visit

A Cincinnati labor meeting plans to address Senator Robert M. La Follette in support of labor causes at a convention. La Follette moves through political circles and is expected to discuss practical labor issues with a prominent labor group during his visit to the city.

Duty United Cincinnati Ohio Robert M. M LaFullide Wis Rey Didate LeFolletin Rncan Federation of Laver Cum Vention LaPollette Brbyr Politicien Ollettee Dabor labor /tionists

La Follette energizes Wisconsin labor aim in 1924 campaign

Wisconsin senator La Follette works to enlist organized labor in his reelection bid. AFL leaders debate backing a third party and seek his stance on next steps as the national convention opens. The labor movement weighs whether to back La Follette to swing the 1924 presidential race. The AFL session in Cincinnati continues with resolutions discussion and a looming political push. The American Legion Drum Corps plans a civic salute tonight at 7:30.

Labor Assembly la Follette Labor Wisconsin Congress Isbor Follette Erica May American Federation of Labor Hat Oreat Orimaries Thaye Hreddabor Vallerie Hem Gincinnati Am- Federation of Labor

Murray Emerges as Potential State President in Veterans

Local word from Aurora reports Capt. Thomas Murray of this city as a likely compromise candidate for state president of the Spanish American War Veterans. The convention opens in Aurora, with Chicago rivals and DeKalb supporters vying, and Murray's candidacy reportedly receiving favorable reception and a strong chance to win.

Aurora Thomas Murray Chicago DeKalb

Large License Number Sparks Sunday Traffic Watch

A report notes a growing trend in license numbers tied to Sunday vehicle checks. Observers highlight T2945 and rising car counts on highways, signaling increased enforcement and activity in traffic monitoring.

Stavrakas Opens with Busy Opening Day in Dykalb

Pete's Self Serve attracted 398 customers on opening Saturday at the lone store in Dykalb. A small counting device logged entrants, showing strong early support and promising followings for Stavrakas offerings and the new venture.

Pete Dykalb

Plan Probe of Recent Death of Rich Woman

June 14 in Cheno, Alabama, sisters of Mrs. Gen Belle Downs Ridgley plan probate court action to exhume her body in Hot Springs Arkansas. Ridgley, said to have a fortune of 190000 dollars, left no trace of wealth. cause of death listed as neuritis. Companion Mrs. Alice Horn says the deceased did not possess a large fortune.

Cen Chicano Belle Downs Ridgley Hot Springs Ark Brinion Todty Ridgety Alice Horn Rideley

Express to Canada Collect Changes Effective June Fifteenth

George Culver of American Express announces new policy allowing collect shipments to Canada starting June 15. Previously, shipments to neighboring counties were prepaid. Also notes Illinois weather: Thunder showers today and tonight, warmer, Wednesday fair, cooler in northern central parts.

Canada George Culver American Express Company Ihinois North Land Central Parte

Strong opening night for Siegrist and Silbon shows at Elks grounds

Large crowd attended the Elks weeklong entertainment at the grounds with the Siegrist and Silbon show drawing praise for cleanliness and family appeal. The program featured dogs, monkeys, ponies, clowns, Hawaiian dancers and a 45 minute performance aimed at women and children. Ride attractions like the Whip and Carry-us-all faced minor mechanical issues but drew steady early crowds.

Elks Entertainment Committee Liesrist & Silbon DeKalb Society Circus Mane

Slayer Sought in Missouri Murder Mystery

Police in sas City Missouri hunted Omaha maniac Gue Grimes after the murder and robbery of Mr and Mrs Gearhart Blomster last Sunday. Witnesses described a mysterious looking person near the hill where the bodies were found and a break in raid uncovered hay barricades and a tunned exit at a deserted house near the scene. The case links Grimes to earlier Omaha terror acts, with investigators noting uncertain identification and ongoing searches in Missouri and nearby states.

Sas City Gue Grimes Omaha Gearhart Blomster Perry Engwal Grimes Engwall Eneewall Blomsters C. H. Williams Sioux City

Two Ford Cars Reported Stolen Over Week End

DeKalb police investigated two Ford car thefts over the weekend with one recovered. John Woods reported his vehicle missing after leaving it near a church on Sunday. Charles Hicker’s car was taken from in front of the Clark Orchestral Roll company and found about three hours later on East Lincoln Highway. Efforts to locate the remaining vehicle continued as nearby cities were notified.

DeKalb Ford John Woods Charles Hicker Clark Orchestral Roll Company East Lincoln

Fyans Returns from Cleveland Mission Drive Visit

DeKalb pastor Larg Evens returned after three weeks in Cleveland connected with a 1 500 000 Baldwin Wallace college drive. He spoke Sunday night about the experiences of the work praising Cleveland as a top city for this effort and noting the drive achieved its quota in the allotted time.

Teo Larg Evens Cleveland Baldwin-Wallace College DeKalb Evany

Contenders Listed in District No. 1 Vote Tally

The Camen Manager counts the vote each evening with standings updated in the next edition. Readoff shows numerous names from DeKalb to Sycamore and Hinckley with points ranging from under 10,000 to over 190,000.

Opening of Daily Vacation Bible School Draws Interest

The community anticipates the start next Monday of a joint summer program blending playground work manual training domestic science classrooms and church activities. Teachers are experienced and new staff join. the nondenominational school welcomes any city child. The program aims to teach Bible stories song and crafts in a wholesome, devotionful setting.

Mohrman McArthur

Saturday Ends Gold Week In DeKalb County Campaign

The DeKalb Chronicle promotes its county news weekly drive with 508 editions yearly and subscriptions costing about 114 cents daily. It offers grand prizes including a 1960 Jordan Touring Car, a 960 Dodge Touring Car, and a 498 Ford Touring Car, plus trips to Yellowstone and wrist watches, urging neighbors to subscribe to win and support local news delivery.

DeKalb Chronicle DeKalb County DeKalb Perip Yellowstone Jely

Judge Pond Heads North for Annual DeKalb Vacation

Judge Pond and Charles Newgren left DeKalb at four this morning for Lac du Lambeau in Wisconsin. T. J. Adams is already at camp, with Eddie Raymond and Albert Cooling joining by Thursday. The judge plans to stay in the north woods for a month or more as others visit the camp before his return.

Dixon Kiwanis DeKalb Dixon Club Euglend Conmandery Yixon H Ting Judge Crabtree Dixon Locp Dent Wilbur Hart Clinton James Cohebou E.R. Oxman Audry S. Moors Lois Lord R. V. Lord Barth City Crabtree Ray Kline Commandery Bugle and Judge Pond Charles Newgren Lac Dulambeau Wisconsin T. J. Adams Eddie Raymond Albert North Woods Nore

Arrest Widow for Murder of Dead Husband

Holly, New Jersey June 1 Mrs John Brunen, widow of the late Honest John Brunen, was arrested in Monmouth County and jailed on a murder charge. The killing at Riveride involved a shotgun blast through a window, and authorities allege she was implicated in the death that occurred last April. The case centers on the widow’s possible involvement in her husband's death.

Holly, N. J John Brunen Honest John Brunen River Aide N. J

Indian War Looms Near Ontario Park Point Ellee

Fifteen to twenty six troopers of the Canadian mounted police moved toward Point Ellee on Lake Erie as Pottawatomie families camped on the park outskirts claiming hunting grounds. The crowd was directed to keep away from the park while efforts to avert a clash continued.

Svacliffe Park Ontario Point Ellee Lake Erie Canadian’ Mounted Police

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