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Newspaper
Dekalb Daily Chronicle
Location
Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1919
Page
1
Winnipeg ends six week general strike at 11 a m with most workers returning to work. Metal tradesmen remain out. police join after loyalty pledges. many telephone girls and street railway crews resume duties. Leaders under arrest to be tried July 3. investigation begins July 2.
William Bristow known as Bill the mail man received a box of fish from Judge Poni and Tom Adams at Lac Du Flambeau. The box contained pike and a muskellunge and the sender claims an unusually diverse assortment. Pike fishing appears excellent in the north, with similarly sized specimens in the shipment.
Miss Margaret Powers left this week for a six weeks course in library work at the University of Illinois. She has been a capable assistant at the local library, and the summer program should prove interesting. Miss Gertrude Rowan is serving at the City Library during Powers absence.
Lieutenant Hassell an aviator for the Alfred Decker Cohn clothing company of Chicago flew over DeKalb yesterday afternoon about 4 25 delivering to Streator and Sterling. His winged board plane was visible to onlookers and he planned another flight soon with clothing for Vaile and O Malley company.
Thieves used skeleton keys to enter the Montgomery barber shop at Malta during the early hours, taking razors clippers shears and cash totaling about 100 dollars. By noon today no suspects or leads had been found.
Alderman Robert Shipp of American Steel and Wire takes a two week vacation described as light duties at home. He still visits the fire station and leaves a stand in when needed, calling the time away productive for rest.
Washington June 26 The war department reports one officer and three soldiers of the 31st Infantry killed and two wounded while aiding five comrades captured by anti Kolshek forces in Siberia. Major General Grav issued the notification to the War Department.
The Chicago Federals visit DeKalb for a Sunday game, likely a high scoring affair. The Racine Cardinals face DeKalb next, on July fourth, during the K. C. picnic at Pershing Park.
Secretly planned July first events foretell end of war time prohibition. Saloons and wine outlets may close after a late night vote as Maple Park faces a desert era. Buttermilk day is promoted by agriculture experts with recipes and tonic claims. Finnish temperance society holds a weekend convention with parades and music at Majaka hall and Annie’s woods.
United Press reports the War Department halted further enlistments for service in France or Germany. Men already accepted will be sent to Camp Meade Overseas Replacement Depot in detachments as soon as inoculated and trained. The move follows a belief that most U S troops may depart Europe soon and notes uncertainty about a permanent occupation.
Rome reports the peace commission in Pari has authority to sign the German treaty. The new delegation is to depart for Paris, aiming to avoid delays at Versailles. Foreign Minister Tittoni addressed the senate, which approved by 94 to 7, expressing confidence in Italy’s peace delegates and their claims.
Moose lodge members traveled in a special car to Mooseheart for the Wie celebration. The well filled car could have carried more as local members joined the large gathering. Tomorrow Governor Lowden Mayor Thompson and Vice President Marshall are expected to speak, with local members attending from DeKalb and Genoa.
Plans underway to mark July 2 as a near half holiday for the visit of the Chicago White Sox to DeKalb. The DeKalb baseball association brokered the open date after competition from six other cities and aims to close stores early to let shoppers enjoy the game. The Sox management will send as many regulars as possible. A closing proposition announcement is forthcoming.
The Joliet pardon board resumed Karl Dear's appeal after hearing new evidence in his murder case against Rudolph Wolf of Chicago. The board sent its recommendations to Governor Lowden at Springfield with no hint of their substance.
United Press reports from Berlin say rebels control Hamburg city hall and free prisoners while General Von Lettow is ordered to crush the revolt. Other cables note riots in Hamburg killing some, with Hindenburg resigning command and Hohenzollern fleeing to Germany amid war crimes talk.
Repeats include The Cambrie Mask with Alice Joyce and Yom and Jerry Mix with Tom Mix at Star Playhouse. Robert W. Chambers novel also advertised. Performances begin at 7 45 with Star Orchestra providing music. Adults 25 cents, children 15 cents plus war tax.
Paris dispatches report the peace treaty to be signed Saturday at three o clock if the German delegation arrivals occur as promised. Berlin figures named Mueller Geibert Leinert to sign for Germany with penalties for violations and exertions by the allies over actions at Scapa Flow and the German fleet.
Cherry trees yield a heavy crop this season but birds including robins threaten the harvest. Local families place scarecrows and improvised contrivances such as broomsticks with sun bonnets to frighten the birds and protect the fruit.
With hot weather, ice man Frank Carter deploys a second truck and now operates two vehicles to serve his many customers around town. The new Ford enhances his ability to keep ice in every patron’s ice chest during the heat.
The Men s Class of the Metho dist church will meet Friday night at Harland Orr s home for a special gathering. Attendees are requested to ride the 6 30 Aurora car and invite fellow class members for a enjoyable evening.
Washington, June 26. Director General Hines told the House Inter-State Commerce Committee the railroad administration is seriously considering raising freight rates again to meet deficits. He cited revenue shortfalls from falling business and noted two deficit phases with no final decision yet on rate increases. He opposed a Senate bill changing rate making powers and warned the ICC could block new rates if needed.
James McConn arrives home looking hale and hearty after a long trip. He says the experience was worth more than money but has no desire to repeat it soon. The well known young man plans a few days rest before returning to work and greets friends around town.
New York June 26 evidence before the Lusk Committee shows Nicholai Lenine as the master brain directing radical propaganda in the United States. Pamphlets documents and revolutionary manifestos seized in recent raids were examined.
United Press reports on June 26 that the War Department rejected all bids for 142 million pounds of surplus Army meat due to unsatisfactory prices and uneven distribution. A formal statement outlining the bid results was being prepared for release later that day.
The Knights of Pythians hold a regular meeting tonight here with important business expected. Work in the first and second rank is announced and a strong turnout is anticipated. Several candidates await the third rank likely to be conferred in two to three weeks.
Paris reports the Allied powers declare Germany strictly responsible for actions supporting Polish authorities in Posen and East Prussia. They warn that by the treaty date German troops and officials must be withdrawn and no aid to insurgents into Poland is allowed across the new frontier.
United Pros reports Senator Phelan of California warned in the senate that Irish independence will not be advanced through partisan debate. He urged public opinion and global support over violation of Ireland's rights, predicting England will accept freedom as best policy and noting President Wilson's support for Irish nationalists.
A group of DeKalb business men urge local residents to donate to the band and present subscriptions as a show of appreciation. They note the band’s efforts benefit the community and call on those who seldom donate to contribute. A Finnish Temperance society annual meeting features a Saturday program at 8 pm at the Finnish Majakka hall with music and addresses. Adults 50 cents, children 25 cents.
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