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Dekalb Daily Chronicle

Location

Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jun 22, 1920

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St Martys Commencement Celebrates Fine Class Graduates

The St Martys school held its commencement last night with an operetta Boy Blue and scenes including The Dreamland Sea and Ireland's Terror. Certificates and diplomas were awarded by Father Gahagen to students from fourth through eighth grades, listing names like Clara Lae Miriam George and Nicholas Homontz among many others.

St. Marty's Clara Lae Miriam George Jennie Lilly Stefani Mary Homoniz Amanda Blazavich Palmer Button Joseph Georgeo McCarville Francis Farley Rtmn Concidine Julius Cortopas William Roche Frank Smith anWerett Redmond Roy Mc John Gent Charles Powers Dette Murphy Gustavo Cortopassi Lester Bemis Francesse Thomas Howland Franc Stavon Adele Montuvon Anetasia Vonderheide Helen McCaly Ruth Brock Helen Powiss Wini Coyne Mary Boland Amelia Ella Homontz Miriam Monvon Mary Horan Mary Bartkas Chari Bartkas Nicholas Hamontz Amita Vonder Heide Edna Kelly Clara Huperiy Martin Concidine Jennie Dern Leo McCarville Irene Me Hazel Brock Rose Horan Anna Husert Helen McCortmic Wielert Jo Darin Josephine Powers Jeanette Wielert Lesser Donnelly Garace Ysivih Ith &Cis Conlin Thoms Mullen Rosell Robert McCormick Gus Vanderheide Grace Marshall Clara Skelly Nicholas Homontz Austin Michael Russel Masterson Frank Hupertz William Marshall Harry Diederich Charles Barthus Wesley Concidine Bernard Roland Hickey Bernard ‘ MeNish Mary ] Barthus If Frances Montagon Het Fen Adele Monty Anasias He Onderheide Hetow Me Cabe

Nebraskan Named Solicitor by Wilson in Two Departments

President Wilson appoints Freed K. Nelson of Nebraska as solicitor for the State Department and Rowland B. Mahany of New York as solicitor for the Department of Labor. The moves announced in Washington cap a broader personnel reshuffle.

United Pressy Washington, D. C Wilson Freed K. Neilson Nebraska State Department Rowland B. Mahany New York Department of Labor

Last Showings For The Virgin of You At Princess Playhouse

The big photo DJ attraction The Virgin of You returns tonight at Princess Playhouse with last showings at 7 30 and 9 15. If you missed yesterday you still have one final chance to hear the special music and enjoy the photoplay entertainment.

Princess Playhouse This Playhouse

Freight Train Delays Local Crossing Cause Public Outcry

Citizens complain as a freight train blocks a local crossing for nearly thirty minutes. Police were notified after conductors faced verbal abuse from the engineer, who may face trouble for the incident.

Local Mail Plane Suspended After Frequent Flights

Residents note the mail airplane that flew twice daily between the city and Omaha has not appeared for several weeks. Officials indicate the mail service has been suspended for a short period but have not provided a reason for the change.

Omaha Uncle Sam

Blue Lodge Plans Third Degree Conferment Wednesday Evening

The Masonic Blue Lodge will confer the third degree on two candidates at a Wednesday meeting scheduled for 7 49 p m. The event is expected to draw a large attendance of out of town members and is described as a smoker followed by refreshments.

McAdoo Name Put Forward Amid Delayed Decisions

Dr Burris Jenkins announced that William G McAdoo would be named at the Democratic national convention in San Francisco despite the former secretary's wish. Jenkins cited a Texas committeeman Thomas E Love who claimed Alabama delegates favored presenting McAdoo. Love said he carried support from 18 of 24 Alabama delegates and promised a formal offer if Jenkins did not act.

United Press Kansas City William G. McAdoo San Francisco Burris Jenkins Jenkins McAdoo Thomas D. Love Texas Pueblo Colo Alabama Love Retary Lover New York N. Y Thomas E. Love Tary the Treasury St. Louis Burvis Jenkins William G McAdoo

Illinois Bankers Meet in Galesburg Convention

The 12th annual Illinois Bankers Association convention opened in Galesburg with about 600 banks represented. President LeRoy A. Goddard of Chicago criticized profiteers and bolshevism, urged aid for agriculture, and reports from departments were shared as the meeting continues. Roy Judd enjoys a ten day vacation starting Saturday. The Judds toured Sycamore and planned visits to Forreston. Prof Levi Hubbard’s rebuilt North Fourth Street home nears occupancy. Mrs. Helen Stevens Brownell of Hay Springs Nebraska plans a July visit with Mr and Mrs Edward Stevens.

United Press Galesburg Ilinois Bankers Association LeRoy A. Goddard Chicago Roy Judd Post Office Levi Hubbard North Fourth Street Helen Stevens-Brownell Hay Springs Nebr Edward Stevens

Allied Premier Conference Talks Indemnity and Disarmament

The allied supreme council met at Boulogne to decide on indemnity for Germany and disarmament terms, with plans for Paris talks and a Spa conference with German reps. It also discussed trade with the Soviet Union, ambassador appointments, and Greek forces in Asia Minor amid the Dardanelles situation.

United Pressy Trontforne Germany Allied Press Paris Supreme Council Bul Brussels France Gregory Krassin London Russia Berlin Portugal Greece Czechoslovaka Houmenia Juge Slavin Haly Sforza Italy Boulogne Allied Supreme Council Millerand Lloyd George Moscow Europe Venizelos Asia Minor Turkey Mustapha Kemal Pasha Dardanelles England Constantinople Near East Ens Ismid Bowlogene

Chicago Negro Leader Arrested After Abyssinian Parade Riot

Oscar Mc Gavich, 25, named as ring leader of the Abyssinian Back to Africa protest in Chicago on Sunday, is under arrest on murder charges. The riot, which ended with the death of two white men, followed an argument over alleged desecration of the American flag. Police reported the arrest by word from Grover Redding.

United Press Chicago Oscar McGavich Africa Initsburgh Grover Redding Rose Joseph He

Labour Shortage Hurts County Road Work This Year

Commissioner of Highways Russell says bad roads across the county are being worked on but progress is limited by a shortage of labor and materials. He notes the labor shortage is a bigger hurdle than material supply, reducing this year’s output versus last year.

Russell

Wanted Laborers Coal Shovelers Apply At Once

Help wanted notice seeking laborers with emphasis on coal shovelers. Apply immediately at the DeKalb Syca location for immediate employment opportunities and work readiness.

Night Accident in Local Yard Near North Western

An accident occurred in the local yard of the North Western railroad last night when a coal car and engine were detached for coal and water. At about 3 am the engine backed into a coal car on the side track, injuring fireman Harry Penrod who was rushed to a city hospital with no broken bones. the engineer was bruised but continued the trip.

North Western Railroad Harry Penrod

Boy Scouts to Hold Meeting This Evening

The Boy Scouts plan a meeting tonight in Annies neutral area at 1 o clock. They will conduct drill work and examination and aim to finalize plans for a fundraiser. The group seeks a suitable low rent meeting place as it adjusts to vacation periods and intensifies activity.

BOY Scouts Annies Neutra

Turkish treaty must stand, conference agrees

Paris June 22 Attacks by Premier Millerand and foreign minister Storza fail to derail the Turkish treaty. Turks to report to the allies on schedule. Conference also settles that Germany must reduce its army to 60440 men by July 10.

United Press Paris Millerand Tratian Storza Boulgne Germanny

Railroad crisis sent to President by interior secretary

Washington June 22 The railroad star situation has been placed before President Wilson through Joh Payne secretary of the interior Payne who was designated to act as director general of railroads after Walker E Hines resignation had a meeting with railroad brotherhood officials and sent a letter detailing conference resolutions to the President and the White House.

United Press Washington D. C Railroad Star Wilson Joh Payne

California land ban on Japanese ownership sparks protest

Japanese ambassador Kijuro Shidehara lodges informal protest with the U S State Department over California legislation that would bar Japanese from land ownership or leases, arguing sweeping restrictions threaten rights and could trigger diplomatic repercussions. A formal Japanese protest may follow.

Unit Fo Washington, D. C Jenan State Department California Kijuro Shidehara Japan

Earthquake Damage Reported in Southern California

United Press dispatch from Los Angeles notes a strong quake last night shook several areas. Islewood and Inglewood suffered structural damage, with windows broken and buildings split revealing cracks in city hall. California Edison facilities lost power as wires failed.

United Press Los Anzel Cal Inslewood

Local Office Shifts During Vacation Period

During a vacation period several staff changes occur at the local office. Herhert Hampson assumes duties from Pred Titeerford as messenger on the Spring Valley bravel. Miss Louise Mc Gitvey replaces Bernice Bates as cashier while the regular cashier is away.

Herhert Hampson Pred Titeerford Ceat Spring Valley Bravel Louise McGitvey Bernice Bates

Building rush for new firm foundation advance

The foundation is laid and superstructure will start soon for a new firm built by Dean Ian Harold. They skipped a full basement excavation to speed progress and expect completion by the end of next month.

Dean Ian Harold

Kaisers' sons travel to Doorn to meet ex-Kaiser

Frederick Wilhelm, former German crown prince, travels to Doorn to visit the ex-Kaiser. Prince Joachim has already arrived. both will spend several days with their father at Castle Doorn in Holland.

Jose Amsterdam Holland Frederick Wilhelm Doorn Handels-bind Prince Joachim Kaiser

New German Cabinet Prepared for Start of Rule

Berlin reports the personnel of the new German cabinet have been decided after conferences among all parties. The announcement says the new government would shortly take office and begin its duties.

Berlin

Rural Counties Lose In Population Figures Ties

Washington reports population shifts with River Po pest showing 43558 and an increase of 1902 or 77.4 percent. Jo Daviess county records 5197 with a decrease of 740 or 3.2 percent. Subuyler County lists 19285 down 1567 or 10.6 percent.

Bee Ter Washington D. C Jo Daviess TL Subuyler County

Police Watch for Quartette of Auto Robbers

Davenport Iowa chief reports four soldiers in a Ford touring car headed this way. If apprehended they will be sent to Captain Mann at Camp Grant. Authorities suspect the same quartet involved in a prior incident.

Davenport Iowa Mann Camp Grant

Hiland Horses Set to Race in Iowa Opener

The Hiland Stable launches its season at Oska Loosen, Iowa, Friday afternoon with top entries including Joreson Bay and Bob Garret. Bob Garret may miss the meet due to illness, while Oregon Bay is also listed among the starters and owner Mr. Hiland expresses strong confidence.

Oskaloosen Towa Wil Hiland Joreson Bay Bob Garret Rob Garret Oregon Bay

School Men Gg to Jail After Court Contempt Ruling

Chicago officials tied to a school board power struggle were sentenced to short jail terms and fines for contempt of court. The cases centered on a court order ratifying Charles Chadsey as superintendent of Chicago schools amid a long-running political clash between rival boards.

Chicago Board Colted Trees Chicago Seve Chicago School Board Charles BE. Chardsey Schon Tead Sue Neaders William Fale Thompson Chadsey Thompson Board Thompsonites Petler Fay Mortenson

Federated Women's Clubs elect officers at Des Moines meeting

Delegates from DeKalb join Miss Georgia A. Bacon and Mrs Thornes G. Winter as candidates for federation president at the biennial convention in Des Moines Iowa The nominating committee also named candidates for vice presidents secretary and treasurer Plans include resolutions favoring food conservation American music forestry river regulation social hygiene and maternity protections amid ongoing sessions

DeKalb Woman's Club Federated Women's Clubs Des Moines Java Isa C. Page 3. N. Rowan Georgia A. Bacon Massachusetts Thornes G. Winter Minneapolis Jor Federation of Women's Clubs William Armin Jennings Florida Gene Reiley North Carolina Linleberry J. Haley Alabama J. R. Schermerhorn Robert L. Hutchinson Huntington W. Na Tretenrer Henjamin Clark Red Oak HM. A. Guild Ariz Tlenry M. Ess Iowa J. W. Maizek Tatlotling Tomorro Worming S Welock Newlands River Falls Yellowstone National Park

Roadwork Standstill Halts Eastern Road Bridge Repairs

The De Kal area east road work stalls again with material on site but no progress. Drivers report danger crossing the partially completed bridge as tourists risk tipping over while passing. Local concern grows that no one seems to care if the road stays closed.

de Kal

No Work Reported at Old Cereal Plant

The old cereal factory on 8 more road shows no activity since its purchase by John Fern of Plainsfield who promised to restart production. Workers were seen cleaning it weeks ago but nothing further has occurred. The weather outlook for Illinois tonight and Wednesday notes little temperature change.

John Fern Plainsfield

Vengeance of Durand at Star Playhouse Tonight

Alice Joyce returns to the Star Playhouse in Vitagraph’s special production The Vengeance of Durand adapted from Rex Beach’s story. The show opens with Mrs Randolph Chester added, costing 25 dollars by July 1st. Film advance orders available and performances promised to be appealing.

Star Playhouse Vitagraph Durand Rex Beach Randolph Chester Blade Skea

Lights Go Out As Steam Pressure Drops At Local Plan

Yesterday afternoon lights and street cars failed for about thirty minutes as steam pressure fell too low. Once pressure rose, power was restored and activity resumed.

Building Nears Opening for Mitchell and Bresnahan

The Westlake structure prepared for Mitchell and Bresnahan is nearly finished with only water and gas wiring pending. Once those utilities are installed the battery shop will move in, occupying a larger area than their former location as business has expanded.

Westlake Mitchell and Bresnahan

Militia Occupy Streets in Waterbury After Riots

Waterbury Conn June 22 three companies of state guardsmen were in charge as riots between strikers and police left the city quiet today. The guard units arrived late yesterday and took control of the streets to restore order.

Waterbury Conn

Riots in Londonderry Elevate Irish Conflict to Martial Law

June 22 Londonderry and Dublin report heavy rioting as Sinn Fein fighters shoot three and wound one. Troops patrol streets with armoured cars as 2000 troops await arrival and a potential rail strike looms. An ambush near Limerick sees railway workers refuse to move a train with policemen, two soldiers taken prisoner.

United Press Londonderry Ireland Currash Clough Jordan Limerick Sinn

Militia Company M Holds Drill in New Ballou Quarters

Company M will hold its regular drill tonight in the Ballou building's new quarters. It will be the first drill there after the prior meeting required cleaning and equipment straightening. All gear has its place and the men have been busy organizing the equipment.

Company M Ballou

Nimrods Prepare for Hunting Season and Licenses issued

Nimrods ready for next season as July first approaches. Only squirrel season opens initially drawing many hunters. City clerk has received a fresh supply of hunting licenses and a few hunters have already obtained theirs.

Outlaw Railroad Strikes Ripple Across the West

News briefs report widespread railroad walkouts on June 22 with Southern Pacific in Houston sending 250 workers off duty and broader actions in Wilmington Delaware Philadelphia and New Haven amid mixed support. Strike leaders claim mass involvement while officials seek arbitration and federal action.

United Press Houston Texas West Southern Pacific Railroad Wilminton Dela Philadelphia Sproul Railroad Brotherhood Wilson Federal Board Syracuse N. Y Dewitt New York Central Belle Isle Lackawanna New Haven Conn New Haven Road

Cortland Farmer Henry W Smith Noted In Chicago Post

The Chicago Post featured Cortland resident H W Smith a longtime DeKalb County farmer feeder and shipper. Born in Ontario Canada Smith moved about 25 years ago and earned wide respect for honest dealings upheld by his assessor service and successful cattle and sheep trading last fall.

Chicago Post Cortland H. W. Smith DeKalb County Illinois Ontario Canada Henry Chicaco

Shriners Open 46th Annual Session in Portland

In Portland Oregon the 46th annual session of the Order of the Mystic Shrine opened with a parade led by Portland mayor George L. Baker and an address of welcome by Governor Ben W Olcott. Imperial Potentate W Free land Kendrick presided as Imperial Divan and representatives met at the city auditorium for a three day program expected to draw about 90 000 visitors with bands performances and Umatilla Indian dances during the event.

Portland Ore United Press Order of the Mystic Shrine Noble George L. Baker W. Freeland Kendrick Philadelphia City Oregon Noble Ben W. Olcott

Elgin Elks to Initiate 100 Candidates at Sycamore Lodge

The Elgin lodge of Elks will supervise the initiation of 100 candidates into the Sycamore lodge this Thursday. DeKalb Elks plan to attend as part of their annual automobile run to Twin Lakes, one of the year's biggest events.

Sycamore Elks Elgin Lodge of Elks Sycamore Lodge of Elks DeKalb Elks Elgin Courier Twin Lakes Elgin Elks Sycamore

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