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Dekalb Daily Chronicle

Location

Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jun 20, 1924

Page

2

Convention A Success At Royal Neighbors Meeting

Over 250 delegates attended the annual county convention of the Royal Neighbors in S yesterday. A class of 54 candidates was initiated and officers for the coming year named. Morning reports showed rapid growth. memorial services and a school of instruction followed. evening work featured the degree team and Isabelle Cliffe in performances.

The Royal Neighbors S @more Colon York Mrs. Died Biva Lena Harrington Malta Jennie V. Houghtley DeKalb Etta Wineke Sycamore County Sycamore Duncan Esther Cliffe May Duncan Cora Gustaf Alice Gilliland Rock Island Sycamor Camp Isabelle Cliffe

Cement Work to Follow the City Streets

Plans call for laying two and a half tons of cement west of Sycamore in three weeks. Crews prepare to use the big mixing machine for town work then take it to the road for state projects. Daily progress expected around 700 feet of cement, with swift completion hoped to satisfy all.

Sycamore

Dances Feature DeKalb Guests and Whistling Solo

A lively program included live dances and a whistling solo by Mrs Raymond Peterson of DeKalb which drew praise. Light refreshments were arranged by a special committee of Sycamore women led by Mrs W Wallmari.

Raymond Peterson DeKalb Sycamore W. Wallmari

Ruth Reeder to Head Bible School Here

Ruth Reeder of DeKalb is named superintendent of the vacation Bible school in Sycamore starting Monday morning. The central board notes past difficulties but expresses strong confidence in Miss Reeder whose teaching and vacation Bible school experience will aid the program.

Ruth Reeder DeKalb Sycamore Board of Central Miss Reeder Ateacher

De Kalb Zoning Commission Sets Public Hearing Date

The De Kalb Illinois zoning commission announces a tentative zoning ordinance and a public hearing on Tuesday July 15 1924 at 780 o clock p m in the City Mall Building. Copies of the ordinance and district map are available for examination at City Clerk’s office City Hall Building. Chairman H G Wright and members EF Embree W Anderson J Raymond preside.

Zoning Commission DeKalb Minois City Mall Zoni Commission Ilinois H. G. Wright EF Embree

Erect Guide Signs for Izaak Walton Picnic Reach

Guide signs directing travelers to the Kingston picnic ground have been erected in Sycamore and placed on main roads east and south of town. Rochelle reports strong local interest and expects a large turnout from Rockford Sycamore Rochelle DeKalb Kingston Belvidere for Sundays outdoor gathering.

Signe Kingston Pi Sycamore Rochelle Rockford DeKalb Kingston Belvidere

Prize Catch Reported at Twin Lakes Wisconsin

B A Wyman and his son Ralph fished Twin Lakes on Thursday and reported a fine day. The prize catch was a pike near three feet for Mr Wyman and a pike over 24 inches for Ralph with many other fishermen also enjoying good luck.

Twin Lakes Wis B. A. Wyman Ralph Mr. Wyman

Sycamore Escapes Severe Wind Storm Unscathed

A powerful wind storm swept from Rockford to Kingston causing widespread damage, telegraph wires down and trees felled along key roads. Kingston suffered severe damage including broken windows and a ripped creamery roof, while Sycamore reported only a few trees damaged and no injuries.

Sycamore Rockford Kingston

Stover Case Remains for Jury Deliberation in Circuit Court

In the Stover trial progress stalled awaiting jury decision. Final arguments were presented by L F Moudry and James Cliffe in the morning. Cassius Poust and Harvey Gunsul to resume after a ten minute recess.

Stover L. F. Moudry James Cliffe Cassius Poust Harvey Gunsul

Band Concert At Pierce Block Delights Sycamore Citizens

Sycamore enjoyed the second band concert of the season held last night in front of the Pie block near downtown businesses instead of the courthouse. Local residents lined the street as the ensemble performed, creating a lively community event.

Sycamore Court House

Proper fish kettle use and fruit can sealing tips

Instructions emphasize boiling fish in a proper fish kettle with a drainer for effective draining. For sealing fruit cans a wax compound of equal parts resin and beeswax is recommended.

After Ironing Clothes Hang to Air and Dry

After ironing your clothes, hang them on the line or a rack to air and dry before storing. The text then shifts to a doctor and drugstore search for cramps and diarrhea, promoting Chamberlain's Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy as giving instant warmth and relief from pain.

Chamberlain

Byron farmer escapes Oregon jail in early morning

Allen Camling a 24 year old Byron farmer escaped from Ure Oregon jail after being held on charges of stealing automobile supplies. Authorities suspect outside aid and report storm damage delayed news reach to nearby towns. Camling was arrested Sunday in Clinton Iowa and returned to Ogle county authorities as alleged ringleader of a car supply theft gang.

Allen Camling Byron Ure Oregon Camling Clinton Ogle

Laundry Mark and Chamberlains Tablets Ad

A vintage advertisement urges inconspicuous laundry marks and promotes Chamberlains Tablets from New York for stomach issues and relief. The copy asserts pleasant action and cleansing and notes the price as 25 cents.

Chamberlain New York

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