Senator Secures 20000 For DeKalb Sewers
Senator H. G. Wright scored an appropriation of 20000 for the Northern Illinois State Teachers College district west of Kishwaukee to build a sewer system. An extra 18500 was added for fencing and grounds work at the institution, aiming to remedy a public health blot and end open ditch drainage. The measures await governor signature and are near certain to pass before adjournment.
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H. G. Wright
Senate
DeKalb
Northern Illinois States
Chronicle
Wright
trans-Kishwaukee
Relative Is Killed in Auto Crash Near Kaneville
Mrs. Roy Wright of Aurora was killed instantly when the car she rode in, driven by her husband, collided with another Aurora driver’s Chrysler. Their four children were present. the baby was thrown from the vehicle but unharmed. Funeral services are set for Sunday at two in Kaneville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lillie Shafer
Roy Wright
Aurora
Shafer
Wright
Police Force Members Now in Uniforms
The city police force appeared on the street today for the first time in new uniforms authorized by the city council. The coats use a V shaped collar for neck freedom, are blue serge, and designed for good wear. All members have the uniforms though not all wore them today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York City
Former DeKalb Woman Recovering After Major Operation
Mrs Lloyd Walquist of Rockford, formerly Dorothy Smith of North Third Street DeKalb, is recovering from a serious operation at Rockford hospital. The operation occurred about two weeks ago and latest reports say she may leave for home in a few days.
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DeKalb
Lloyd, Walquist
Rockford
Dorothy Smith
Jack Smith
North Third Street
Rockford Hospital
Walquist
Flockford
Fear Strike Delays Meridian Paving Work at Rochelle
Gravel truck drivers on the Meridian highway project at Rochelle threaten a strike that could slow paving by McCarthy Construction. Drivers claim wages do not cover truck payments expenses and profit. Company leaders and drivers are negotiating to prevent delays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Meridian Highway
Rochelle
McCarthy Construction Company
Bentley Father of Ted Bentley Dies in Pontiac
A. M. Bentley 76, father of Ted Bentley of DeKalb, died after about four weeks of illness at his Pontiac home. He leaves five sons and four daughters, numerous grandchildren, and seven brothers. Funeral services will be held in Pontiac Sunday. Mr. Bentley was a long time Odd Fellow.
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A.M. Bentley
Ted Bentley
Pontiac
Bentley
DeKalb
Mr. Bentley
Delath
Trentley
Pennsylvania
Roches
Deccassi
Pontiarte
Tve
t+ belle
Ted
Floyd
Chicago
Claude
North Dakota
John
Ford
Los Angeles
California
H. B. Gunsul
Ira Mott
Clara Bentley
T. J. Lord
Venicia
William
Rodge
Bert
Ellsworth
Edwin
Frank Bentley
George
The
Odd Fellows
Rochelle
Odd Fellows and Rebekah Rally for Sycamore District Meeting
Several members from this city and delegations from Rochelle Lindenwood rochelle are expected to attend the open district meeting in Sycamore Tuesday night. The program is described as interesting with multiple delegations planned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Odd Fellows and Rebekah
Sycamore
Rochelle
Lindenwood
On the Air Tonight’s Best Features Broadcast Schedule
Radio listings show WEAF, WEZ, WOR, WSM, WSB, WPG, WJZ and WBZ airing at various times from 6:00 to 10:45 p.m. including Gold man band Boston Symphony Orchestra Cathedral choral club and Central Eastern Standard Time programs.
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United Press
WEAF
Goldman
WEZ
Springfield
Boston Symphony Orchestra
WOR
Newark
Cathedral Choral Club
WSM
Nashville
WSB
Atlanta
Skylark
Capitol Theatre
WPG
Atlantic City
WJZ
Roxy and His Gang
WBZ Springfield
Illinois newspapers split over Supreme Court ruling on primary law
Editorials across Illinois react to the court decision striking down the state primary law. Debates favor direct primaries, representative conventions, or nonpartisan county votes, with criticism of pay loss for workers and calls to restore old conventions or reform the current system.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Illinois
Supreme Court
United Press
DeKalb Chronicle
Delegat
California
East
Lincoln Star
Tribune
Chicago Tribune
Peoria Star
Galesburg
Macomb Journal
Peoria
Forest Fire Rages Through Santa Barbara National Forest
A blazing wildfire in the Santa Barbara National Forest north of Mount Antmony has scorched about 35,000 acres of standing timber and is out of control. Firefighters from nearby towns have been dispatched to battle the flames as officials fear the blaze may reach deeper into the forest before night.
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Bakersfield
Calif
Santa Barbara National Forest
Mount Antmony
Waltons Set Monday Night Meeting and Picnic Plans
Members of the Izaak Walton League chapter here hold a Monday night gathering in the Chamber of Commerce rooms to name committees for the upcoming Walton picnic next month. President Cates has visited Chicago HQ and will announce key updates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
N@ brermaie
Izaak Walton League
Cates
Chicago
League
Izaak Walton
Chamber of Commerce
Paving bids open Monday in city plans
An adjourned city council meeting set for Monday plans to decide on Market street paving and to open bids for four paving jobs across the city. Bids are expected from several large contractors with work likely to start soon after award.
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Willley
Board of Local Improvements
Market Street
Tilois Northern Utilities Company
State Street
Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul
Tiimois Northern Utilities Company
Seventh Street
Fourteenth Street
Fifth Street
Oak Street
Chicago & Northwestern
Lewis Street
Delivery Men Rush Downtown Work Early
Delivery men in the downtown section started before dawn to finish all deliveries by noon. Ice men noted only one morning delivery anticipated, while grocery dairy and laundry workers aimed to wrap up by midday. The Lincoln Highway was blocked after 9 30 A M hindering trucks and autos.
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Legion Boys
Lincoln Highway
Odd Fellows to Hold Final Meeting of Term Monday Night
Members of the Odd Fellows lodge plan a Monday night meeting for the final term session. Much business will be addressed and July 11 installation of newly elected and appointive officers is expected. A large attendance is anticipated for the fraternal gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Odd Fellows
Odd Fellows Lodge
Fire destroys White City ballroom tower in Chicago
A spectacular blaze lit the south side as the White City ballroom high tower burned today. Several adjacent structures suffered damage from the fire.
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White City
Chicago
South Side
DeKalb Welcomes Doughboys With Warm Prairie Salute
A lively 1920s DeKalb welcome notebook greets returning soldiers of the Legion. They are urged to enjoy the city while avoiding mischief as local committees arrange friendly events and hospitality. The piece honors Doughboys for their service with reverent, humorous nostalgia.
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the Legion
DeKalb
Buck
Top Kick
America
Hell
DeKaly
Government transfers air mail field equipment to cities
The post office department announced the transfer of air mail field equipment and buildings on seven landing fields to the respective municipalities. Cities include Chicago Iowa City Cheyenne Salt Lake City and Elko with details listing hangars towers lights and generators.
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Washington
U.R
Post Office Department
Cleveland
Chicago
Iowa City
Iowa
North Platte
Nebraska
Cheynne
Wyoming
Salt Lake City
Utah
Elko
Nevada
New
Coolidge
Secretary of Commerce
Hoover
Air Mail Congress
Air Mail
Cheyenne
Soft Drink Parlor Owner Admits Killing Man
Daniel Minihan, owner of a Chicago soft drink parlor, confessed to shooting Joseph Bracken, 26, found dead with five bullet wounds in a flooded basement. Minihan claimed self defense after Bracken and four companions entered the saloon to settle an old feud and steal from the cash register.
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Chicago
Daniel Minihan
Joseph Bracken
Minihan
Bracken
South Side
Row likely Thursday in Illinois bond bill clash
Springfield June 25 40 The fifty fifth general assembly teeters toward a clash as Chicago bond bills and upstate priorities collide. House reads 28 bond bills to third reading and eyes the key bill on July 1 while primary reform measures face a two day window and potential death. Rumors swirl of pork barrel deals and labor pressure over the eight hour act amid a budgetary battle.
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Springfield
Fifty-Fifth
General Assembly
Chicago
House
Michael Igoe
Supreme Court
Hardin
Pekin
Mt. Carmel
Carlyle
Minois Agricultural Association
DeKalb hosts twelfth district American Legion events
Thousands gather as DeKalb welcomes the twelfth district American Legion convention. A 1:30 PM parade through the business district leads to Annie’s Woods for ceremonies, with a 4:30 PM 40 & 8 wreck at American Steel and Wire, and a 6:30 PM banquet at the Innovation with Attorney General Oscar Carlstrom. Boxing at Pershing Park crowns the day with eight four round bouts under Jim Mullen.
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Annie's Woods
Legion
State Teachers Athletic
American Steel and Welfare
Chicago
Innovation
Oscar Carlstrom
Pershing Park
Jim Mullen
John Riggheimer
Illinois Boxing Commission
H. G. Wright
American Steel & Wire Company
Aviators Hold a Conference in New York
In New York on June 25 Commander Richard E. Byrd and his three crew members scanned weather reports and hoped for a North Atlantic storm clearance to depart for Paris in the America tomorrow. Col. Charles A. Lindbergh, after a rest at Long Island, was to meet aviation promoters and financiers about an airplane passenger service in the United States.
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New York
Richard E. Byrd
North Atlantic
Paris
America
Charles A. Lindbergh
Long Island
F. Trubee Davison
Extra Police Sworn In For City Convention Duty
Chief Horace Young swore in eight extra police plus night officers to cover intersections closed to traffic for the big convention. They will man First Street Fourth Street and Seventh Street with crossings allowed only at the main street.
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Horace Young
First Street
Fourth Street
Seventh Street
Vicksburg Leads in Grand Chicago New Orleans Boat Race
In Memphis on June 0 the Miss Vicksburg with Robert Shaw at the wheel held the lead at the halfway point of the eight lap motor boat race toward Rosedale Mississippi. The Miss Vicksburg was eight minutes ahead of the Miss Peoria piloted by William Stoneman as Shaw started the seventh lap with a sizable advantage.
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Memphis
Tenn
Rosedale
Mississippi
Robert Shaw
Wiliam Stoneman
Shaw
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Ringfield
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