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Newspaper
Dekalb Daily Chronicle
Location
Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1923
Page
2
The Chronicle in Sycamore is represented by Gilbert Nelson of 512 Washington Place who will take delivery orders. Subscribers not receiving the paper regularly should notify Gilbert at telephone R-772.
A large crowd watchedSycamore, led by Bob Murphy, overpower Union 7 to 3 at Electric Park after a hot Sunday. Sycamore played strong, while Union, a known fast squad, struggled to find form. Hampshire is slated as next at the park. a fierce battle is anticipated.
The piece notes the arrival of a Stutz fire engine sent to Indianapolis and a city purchase plan. It mentions costs of 15000 and 11000 dollars, test details, and Chief Burzow urging a stronger system to improve water pressure and reach for fires.
A small fire broke out yesterday afternoon at the Sycamore Canning factory starting from sparks from a nearby stack. Firefighters arrived promptly and contained the blaze with minimal damage, using only chemical extinguishers. No injuries reported. Chief Charles Button confirmed the incident.
Moss and the state Chamber of Commerce direct a drive to boost county seat memberships. Thirty workers in pairs will visit prospects aiming to add about 250 memberships, with 130 already on file and 120 required. Ruth Olson assists Moss for about ten days in the office.
Illinois Power Company officials say the pump repairs are en route by express and should arrive within hours. They report repairs shipped to restore first class water service, with workmen day and night to keep supply up for domestic and fire protection as weather increases demand.
Sycamore on lional Guards will meet at the Armory Wednesday night to plan their role in the Legion Picnic on July 4. They will coordinate sham battle participation and the fireworks display with duties assigned and final plans to be set.
Members of the Salem Lutheran church enjoy their croquet court at Salem Church in the evenings. Last night the Swedish Brotherhood was invited to use it. Horse shoe pitching is also enjoyed and every evening a large crowd plays croquet and has fun.
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