Hospital project discussed at St. Marys hall meeting
Father Solon presided as St. Marys parishioners and non Catholics filled St. Marys hall to hear plans for a sisters hospital modeled after Mayo and funded by notes. Donors Conlin and Klemm gave $1000 each while solicitors named territories to cover DeKalb and surrounding areas.
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Father Solon
St. Mary’s Church
Sisters’ Hospital
St. Mary's Hall
Pather
J. A. Salon
St. Mary's Sehie
Solon
Oe Hospital
Mayo Brothers Hospital
Mayo
Hd. Conlin
Nicholas Klemm
DeKail
Fourth Street
Edward Contin
Mrs. Prank “Tarte
Snoring Valley
Michael Henrshen
Noth
Earl Sieware
George Janka
Keem
The Willow Tree at the Playhouse
The Willow Tree is offered at the Playhouse near night with performances at 17 30 and 21 00. Artistic delight for the Pierre fan noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Playhouse
Ee Pierre
Making Movies at New Armory Theater Tonight
A local talent moving picture comedy titled Marys Ankle is shown with a complete studio set on the New Armory stage. Special cameramen and a director present inside look at movie making. Audience photos will be taken each show. Performances 7 50 and 9 15. Adults 20 cents plus tax, 23 cents total. children 2 cents plus tax, 22 cents total. Music by the theater orchestra.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Armory Theater
Yew Armory Theater
New Armory Theater Orchestra
Charivarlis Novelty Charivari Welcome Marriage
Last night about nine o'clock a group gathered with tin horns and pans to give a shivaree for Allen Redmond and Ruth Harrington of Malta who wed last week. They found Allen in a truck and drove him around DeKalb for about an hour before he paid the revelers and sent them home satisfied.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allen Redmond
Ruth Harrington
Malta
Allen
DeKalb
Former De Kalb Man Dies in Nearby City
Word arrived of the death of John Mosher in Blein Illinois. His sons Arthur and Howard Mosher of Austin visited the Mosher home. Wiswall and Wirtz brought the body back to DeKalb. Funeral arrangements to be announced later. Weather note for Illinois follows.
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DE Kalb
John Mosher
Blein
Ilinois
Arthur
Howard Mosher
Austin
Mosher
Saint See- Gun Sirveey
Wiswall & Wirtz
DeKalh
DeKalb
Inter-Church Movement Organizes in DeKalb County
District director G Nordeman of Chicago oversees a county conference at First Baptist DeKalb as pastors from Evangelical, Methodist, Presbyterian and other denominations form a cooperative moving toward stronger churches. A county director will lead the Inter-Church plan with a conference set for April 7.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DeKalb County
First Baptist Church
G. Nordeman
Chicago
William R. Yard
Wags
Evangelical
A. F. Schemmer
Hinckley
Fem
F. L. Hans“om
Sycamore
Methodist
Evans
DeKalb
United Presbyterian
Ward McAllister
Waterman
Presbyterian
E. J. Wykle
Evangelical Association
Reva . Webster
B. B. Evans
A Hanscom
Jonathan Thompson
W. R. Yard
Chicago Woman Pushed, Husband Confesses Fatal Actions
Frank Riley told police he shoved his wife after she chased him with clubs and punches around the house. He said he put her to bed and learned she died early today. Police held Riley and two others as the investigation continues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Frank Riley
Riley
Star Tonight presents The Willow Tree at Star Playhouse
The Wijiow Tree a Cohen Harris photo play stars Viola Dana and runs for a season in New York and is offered for last times in DeKalb at the Star tonight with performances at 7 30 and 9 00. Adults 25c Children 15c plus war tax. Special music by the Star orchestra.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cohen
Treaty in Last Stage Moves Toward Senate Vote
The Senate moves to an early ratification vote on the peace treaty with rapid debate limits set to 15 minutes per reservation. Leader Lodee seeks suspension of a required day without action rule as hopes for final treatment remain high amid continuing reservations.
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iBy United Press
Washington, D. C
Senate
Lodee
Theenreet
Europe
United States
Gerry
Ireland
Baene of Nations
Thomas
Korea
Cunmonius
State tourney opens at University of Illinois
The state high school basketball championship begins at the University of Illinois with six teen Illinois teams in the field. Pr preliminaries run today and tomorrow, semifinals Saturday afternoon, final Saturday night. Contenders include Rockford Centralia and Peoria Manuel among others.
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Tyiten Press
Ria Til
Ilinois
University of Illinois
Rockford
Centralia
Peoria Manus
Jerseyville
Canton
Péoria
Joliet
Marion
Bloomington Decatur
Mr. Vernon
Streator
Olmey
Shelbyville
Gatesburg
Elsin
Chimpaign
Northern Illinois State Normal Plans Banquet for Team
The Northern Illinois State Normal school will host a banquet this evening at 6 15 to honor the basketball team. The team shown a fine effort with many matches won and few losses. Players have kept a frugal approach to meals in recent days and will surely enjoy the banquet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northern Illinois State Normal School
Firemen rally for Vietrola fund at motel
The fire department gathers donations for a Vietrola project to ease duty burdens. About twenty five dollars raised so far with more money hoped to come in to lighten the men’s workload.
Little Chance of Rise in Steamship Rates
New York March 18 the possibility that Congress will adopt special legislation allowing increased freight rates to protect coastal steamship lines so the lines may meet higher wages demanded by their employees J Esch of the interstate commerce committee telegraphed T V O Connor international president of the Longshoremen association
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ATS Tite Arene
New York
N. Y
Eegress
Ilines
J. Esch
T. V. O'Connor
Longshoremen’s ‘Association
Paris of a Movie Comedy at New Armory Tonight
DeKalb cast to perform in a movie comedy at the New Armory theater with shows at 7 30 and 9 15 tonight and tomorrow night.
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Paris
DeKalb
New Armory Theater
We Think It's Ankle at New Armory Tonight
A lively entertainment note invites patrons to see We Think it's Ankle at the New Armory theater tonight and tomorrow night, promising the fun of a lifetime for audiences.
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New Armory
Democrats Split Over Houston Tax Plan In House
Washington March 18 Democrats in the House oppose Secretary of the Treasury Houston’s call for a 4 flat tax on excess profits replacing the graduated rates. Representative Kitchin of North Carolina says the proposal shifts the burden to the poor and reverses Wilson and McAdoo policies. Republicans largely support Houston’s recommendation to prompt revenue action this session.
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Washington, D.C
Secretary of the Treasury
Houston
House
Kitchin
North Carolina
T Hat
Wilson
Srertary McAdoo
Kaiser to Be Exiled from Holland, West Indies Favored
London reports that despite Wilhelm II promising to stay out of politics the Dutch government is likely to exile him to the West Indies or Dutch East Indies. The coup's brief success underscored the difficulty of guarding him in Europe.
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United Press
London
England
Kaiser
Holland
West Indies
Dutch East Indies
Wilhelm
Europe
Bin
Whiskey shipments head to Milwaukee from here
The town reports 115 cases and three barrels of Kentucky whiskey arriving by express. Men eager for whiskey since last July will get a chance as the shipment is prepared for Milwaukee and should depart tonight.
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Milwaukee
Committee to Prepare Initiative Proposal
By an 11 to 4 vote the constitutional convention initiative and referendum committee authorized its chairman PF R Dove of Shelbyville to appoint a sub committee to draft a proposal outlining the principle behind the initiative and referendum.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dired Press
Springfield
PF. R. Dove
Shelbyville
Hoover backs League peace with reservations
Former food administrator Herbert Hoover urges acceptance of the peace treaty and League of Nations with safeguards to protect freedom of action and space for constructive development. He warns continued war or a separate peace would be worse, and argues reservations do not ruin the goal of a strong international body.
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United Pressey
Washington, D. C
Herbert Hoover
United States
Washington Star
League
Hoover
Leggue
Arma
Sycamore Man Buys Expensive Cow at Chicago Sale
George Fox of Sycamore bought a Holstein for 1000 at the State Holstein Association sale in Chicago. The event saw 112 animals sold over two days for 78 850, led by Meta Belle De Sota at 2810 and Flora Cornucopia at 2525, with Oregon and Lisle farms among notable consignors.
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Holstein Carle
Tte State Holstein Dresign Association
Union Stockyards
Chicago
George Pox
Sycamore
Peirtertje DeKol Columbho
Lisle
Charles Reed
Oregon
Medili McCormick
Sinnissippi
Governor Lowden
Mr. Fox
Ami
Play at the Armory Planned by Local Club
A local group plans an April 1 play at the Armory. The committee met once and aims for an old fashioned school scene with laughs and plenty of talent. Preparations are underway though details remain unsettled.
Colby Testifies Before Senate Foreign Relations Panel
Colby appears today before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee amid objections to his confirmation as secretary of state. Senator Alfeheock says Colby scored a knockout against opponents, while Colby declines to speak publicly while the nomination is pending.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Presss
Washington, D. C
Cambridge
Colby
Sen: Foreign Relations Committee
Alfeheock
Slaying of Noted Gunman Hurley Told in Saloon Tale
Revelations to States Attorney Hoyne say Joseph Hughes Hurley was shot in a Chicago saloon feud scene. Hurley remained propped in a chair for hours as assassin debated next move. bartender Cronin placed timing at early Wednesday dawn awaiting body removal.
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Joseph IL
Hughes Hurley
Sneé
Hoyne
John Cronin
Aloon
Hurley
Hoeyne
No Contest at Caucus Marks Large Township Gathering
The Republican caucus at City Hall drew 61 votes, the largest since the collector's office was abolished. Nominated candidates included Frank E. Wright for Assistant SP, Roy Duncan for Town Clerk, George Bristow, Frank Greffam, and others for various offices such as Commissioner of Highways, Justice of the Peace, and Trustee of Schools.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
SP Aey
Frank E. Wright
Kingsley
Roy Duncar
A. George E_ Bristow
Frank Greffam
Viela Dana Shines in The Willow Tree at Star Playhouse
Viela Dana, a leading screen actress, stars in The Willow Tree at Star Playhouse tonight with repeatable high character work. Performances set for 7:20 and 9:00 with adult admission and 15 cent children price plus war tax. special music by the Star Orchestra.
Soldier Near Death After Suspected Poisoning Incident
A First Serjeant Lepke recruit was found unconscious in the Ronan building hallway on Fourth Street. Believed due to a violent intoxicant, possibly wood alcohol, police and Camp Grant authorities investigate as the victim remains unconscious and unidentified.
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Lepke
Ronan
Fourth Street
J. P. Kane
Leom
Depke
Camp Grant
Simms Ends Navy Conduct Testimony in Senate Hearings
Rear Admiral William Simms finished his testimony to a Senate committee detailing the navy’s wartime conduct. He praised naval achievements despite policy vacillation and delays. Cross examination by senators begins tomorrow as the lengthy remarks span nearly 200 pages and about 120000 words.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pessy Washington
William 8. Simms
Navy Department
Navy
Washington
Simms
Senate
Swedish Baptist church to host talk on conditions in Sweden
An evening lecture at the Swedish Baptist church will feature Rev. Wilhelm Justinius of Stockholm. He will discuss conditions in Sweden during the war. Justinius is touring the country and is regarded as an eloquent speaker for Swedish speaking members.
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Swedish Baptist Church
Wilhelm Justinius
Stockholm
Sweden
Justinius
No Inspection Of Company Mn Tuesday Night
Company M held a Tuesday night inspection with the largest attendance in some time. Major Cushing was absent due to a family illness, but the crew drilled to perfection and would have pleased him if present.
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Major Cushing
Rockford Eligibility Question Delays Tournament Report
The State Board meets this afternoon in Champaign to decide Rockford’s eligibility for the tournament. If Rockford is ruled ineligible DeKalb may miss time off to travel and be ready for the event.
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Rockford
State Board
Champaign
Rockery
DeKalb
Prisoners Escape From Steubenville Jail
Eight inmates escaped the Jefferson county jail in Steubenville Ohio today after sawing bars and making a rope from blankets. One of the fugitives is described as an insane Black man.
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Steubenville
Ohio
Jefferson County
Music Plot for The Willow Tree Played by Star Orchestra
The Willow Tree music plot features the Star orchestra delivering a beautiful performance. Also advertised tonight at New Armory Theater is Mary's Ankle in a separate program.
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The
Star Orchestra
James Kennedy Returns Home After Pontiac Accident
James Kennedy is back in De Kalb with family relief over his minor injuries from an Oakland Company car crash in Pontiac Michigan. He says steering gear failure and another car collision caused the incident. he left Pontiac traveling to Sagina w Mich before reaching De Kalb. His father Pat Kennedy feels grateful and James is recovering.
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James Kennedy
de Kalb
Pat Kennedy
James
Oakland
Oakland Company
Pontiac
Mich
DeKalb
Saginaw
No Change Yet in Situation About Strike
The express situation remains unchanged regarding the strike end but has changed since the embargo on perishable goods was lifted. Perishables except five chickens are sent to Chicago and received from there. The Q RS rolls to be sent from Chicago have not arrived due to bad roads.
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Chicago
Q.R.S
Here
Bryan Calls for Action Over Treaty Ratification
William Jennings Bryan urged Democrats to back the peace treaty as final Senate votes approached. He warned defeat of ratification would hurt the party and country, said he would support reservations, and may appear in the Senate gallery as the vote nears.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press
Washington, D. C
William Jennings Bryan
Bryan
Wilson
Eountry
Senate
United States
Europe
Hegins
New York
Big Pool Showdown At Local Elks Club
Elmer Wagley of the Elk's Club will face Charles Gropp of Sycamore tomorrow night at the Elks club. Wagley recently lost to Gropp 150 to 105 in Sycamore. Gropp is regarded as a strong player and the match is billed as a must see for local pool fans.
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Elmer Wagley
Elk’s Club
Charles Gropp
Sycamore
Elks Club
Elmer
Claxen Ship Afire Reported in Balboa Roads
Radio dispatches say the United States Shipping Board steamer Claxen is afire in the roads of Balboa Canal Zone with 2,000,000 gallons of gasoline aboard. The blaze began yesterday afternoon and the crew was saved.
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Unites Irese
New York
N. Y
United State Radio Station
United States Shipping Board
Claxen
Balboa Canal Zone
Mrs Morthenson Taken Very Ill Yesterday
Mrs Morthenson was suddenly taken ill at her South First Street home yesterday afternoon and rushed to the city hospital within an hour. An operation followed a serious condition, and she is resting fairly well. Friends hope for favorable news from her bedside.
Comedy of Comedies at New Armory Tonight and Tomorrow
The Marys Ankle comedy presents two-night run at the New Armory tonight and tomorrow. Cast and local crowd expected for the lively stage show.
Disorder Death Toll Shocks Dortmond and German Turmoil
Dispatches report more than 100 killed in Dortmond and deaths in Diesberg Essen Hagen Frieberg as unrest erupts across the German district. Noske may resign from Ebert’s cabinet amid rising fear of a German Bolshevik alliance and anti‑revolutionary actions in Berlin.
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United Press
London
England
Dortmond
Berlin
Diesberg
Essen
Hagen
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DeKalb, GW
San
Denice
O'Brien
Matta
James Leneh
Rodney Wright
JL M. Everett
John P. Kane
C. PR. Carter
H. JL. Brooks
F Smith
FS. Rankin
Pather McGuir
Aurery
Bhi
Moya Brothers
Illinois
Calder Priday
Interchurch
University
the Armory
Byars
Is Itead Organization
Ufffabers
Coammittes
Asether
Fay
Viela Dana
A & Hartis
Star Playhouse
Semms
Jim Kennedy
Commoner
Canal Zone
Mary
Germany
Frieberg
Saxony
Gerlin
Noske
Ebert
Moscow
von Kapp
Central Committee
von Luetwetz
Eugene Schiffer
Ebpert
Bauer
Russia
Ernest Daumig
von Luetketz
Jene
T von Jagow
Admiral von Trothe
Brodereck
Bayer
Gerhardt
Herr Heine
Stuttgart
France
von Seckt
Ministry of War
Gustave Noske
von Seeckt
Reichswehr
General von Oven
Erhardt
Gustav Noske
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