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Dekalb Daily Chronicle

Location

Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Mar 21, 1925

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DeKalb fund drive grows as donations pour in

Local residents and businesses contribute to the DeKalb Red Cross relief fund for Sufferers with totals nearing one fifth of the $100 goal. Donations arrive at First National Bank and DeKalb Trust & Savings Bank before the 2:30 PM cutoff. Small gifts welcomed. every cent used for relief work as the drive continues toward Tuesday night.

First National Bank DeKalb Trust & Savings Bank DeKalb The Red Cross P. Ellwood

DeKalb County to Complete Highway Shed Erection Soon

A. R. Russell announces the DeKalb County highway department will finish the Pleasant street shed, 60 by 90 feet, in about a week to ten days. The building will house machinery now spread across the county. a workshop may be added near the shed later.

DeKalbnty Highway Department A. R. Russell DeKalb Pleasant Street County Highway Department Locust Street

Chimney Fire Hits Killian Home Last Evening

Firefighters rushed to the J C Killian home on North Fourth street after a call about a chimney fire. Two firemen responded as crews finished cleaning gear after yesterday’s Whittaker fire, with the Mord chemical truck held at the station in case of another alarm while crews battled a larger blaze on Garden Place.

Killian J.C. K Garden Place

Knights of Columbus to raise fund for southern Illinois disaster

DeKalb Knights of Columbus members were notified by Joseph J. Hart of a Tuesday meeting to plan a fundraising drive for victims in southern Illinois. State Deputy Edward Houlihan reported ground presence and an Illinois-wide appeal, with anticipated need for more funds after local resources are exhausted.

Knights of Columbus Joseph J. Hart Joseph Hart Council DeKalb Edward Houlihan Ilinoise Illinois Hart DeKalb Council

Relatives in Stricken Area Heard From

Relatives in the stricken storm area report many family members are safe. Mr Harriss’s parents in Carterville are safe, but a sister-in-law and two children remain unverified. His brother Herschel of West Frankfort was briefly entombed in a mine and escaped after climbing 500 feet to safety.

Racewell Fass South Third Street Harriss Carterville Logan Herschel West Frankfort

First Day of Spring Confirmed Amid Cold Arrival

Readers see the calendar declare today as the first day of spring, while John Anderson notes frost remains in the ground up to a foot deep in parts. The clash between calendars and weather forecasts persists with uneven warmth and lingering cold.

John Anderson

Fire Destroys Prof Whittaker Home at Garden Place

A large fire yesterday afternoon gutted the upper story of Prof. M. L. Whittaker’s home on Garden Place, with about $5,000 in damage. Firefighters faced strong southwest winds, 1,600 feet of hose, a broken line, and a four inch water main, saving the lower floor but losing most upstairs furniture. No one was home. Whittaker was at the state college, and a family member’s father was later found downtown. Insurance partially covered the loss. Harry Jackson narrowly escaped injury after falling through a weakened second floor while fighting the blaze.

M.L Whittaker State College Garden Place Prof. Whittaker DeKalb Fire Department Whittaker Harry Jackson

Argument Ends After Ward Fined Five Dollars

An old dispute between George Ward and John Huber ended when Ward was fined five dollars plus costs by Justice W. H. L. Rowe. Ward was arrested on a warrant from Huber after a heated exchange where Huber alleged Ward used his fists in the confrontation.

George Ward W. H. L. Rowe Ward John Huber Huber Mr. Ward

Murder Mystery Sparks in Cleveland Home Fire

Police probed a possible murder as they found the charred body of 39 year old Catherine Liska amid the ruins of an abandoned chicken coop on her Cleveland residence. Investigation focuses on cause of blaze and suspected foul play.

Cleveland Ohio Catherine Liska

Shepherd Asks Bail In Ward Murder Case

William D. Shepherd seeks bail in Chicago for the murder of ward Billy McClintock, a millionaire orphan. State's Attorney Crowe challenges bail in a capital crime, while Dr. Farman testifies about shepherds interest in bacteriology and a promised $100,000 from the McClintock estate. Court adjourns without ruling.

United Press Chicago Ill William D. Shepherd Bille McCintock William Scott Stewart Shepherd Jacob Hopkins Criminal Court Robert E. Crowe Crowe C. Faiman Faiman

Probe launches after Carlinville trolley crash kills six

Officials began a formal probe into yesterday’s trolley wreck near Carlinville Wisconsin where six people died and 13 were injured. The crash saw the cars telescope and crush into a steel mass with five fatalities at once. Grant’s Radio Boys six piece orchestra set to perform at Innovation Grill Saturday night as a separate evening entertainment note. Hip Hop Big Time 10 cent dance listed with price.

Carlinville, WI Il- Nois Traction System Here Grant Radio Boys Innovation Grill

Start Work On Route 23 Next Week Report

Superintendent Lydeker confirms next week start on Route 23 from Genoa to Sycamore. A 140 foot siding is built at Genoa to handle hundreds of carloads of material arriving to begin the project. Two Genoa sheds will store 14 000 barrels of cement for the road ribbon. Grading and culverts are slated to start soon. other work to be handled by different firms.

Genoa Sycamore Lydecker Milwaukee Road

Turtle Back Signal Damaged in Auto Crash at Lincoln Highway

An auto with an underslung chassis drove over the turtle back signal at Fourth Street and Lincoln Highway, tearing it from the pavement and breaking the glass. Witnesses say the front axle struck the signal, shattering the lights and red glass. The driver reportedly continued the journey. The turtle back at First and Lincoln Highway was recently broken.

Fourth Street Lincoln Highway

Simms Attends Big Utilities Officials Meeting in Chicago

DeKalb Illinois Power Company manager F S Simms returned Thursday evening from a district public utilities session held in Chicago. Simms called the gathering one of the most interesting ever. Prof White of the University of Illinois delivered a notable address on serving the rural customer, reflecting programs already pursued by the Illinois Power Company plant in this city.

F. S. Simms DeKalb Ilinois Power Company Chicago Simms Prof White University of Ilinois White Tilinois Power Company

Rescue Force Halted by Gas Fumes at Mine No 41

Seventeen rescue squad members searching Bethlehem mine No 41 for bodies of miners killed in a gas explosion were overcome by gas. Hoisted to the surface they were treated at a Red Cross tent. physicians worked for an hour before pronouncing them out of danger.

Unitey Jen

Teacher in Murphysboro Tornado Saves Children

Miss Helen Corey, teaching cooking at Murphysboro High School, rode out the tornado that destroyed parts of Murphysboro. She sheltered pupils in the basement sewing room, lost her own home, now serves coffee and meals at a Red Cross canteen in Moose Hall for rescuers and the homeless. Two children died. many were injured as sections of the city were laid low.

Frank Corey West Lincoln Highway Helen Corey Murphysboro Ilinois Miss Corey Leity Red Cross Wnd Mss Corey

DeKalb County Leader Merges Into Chronicle

The DeKalb County Leader of Bayard Clark ceases publication after a few months. The Chronicle takes over the Leader’s paid subscription list and credits those payments to The Chronicle, reflecting local business sentiment that DeKalb can support only one real newspaper.

DeKalb County

Melodie Klub Gave Concert At West Aurora High

The Melodie Klub from the state college performed last evening before an audience at West Aurora high school. Invited by George Ryan, a college graduate teaching at West Aurora junior high, the club showcased its spring program under director Prof A. Neil Annas.

West Aurora Melodie Klub State College Aurora George Ryan John J. Ryan South First Street A. Neil Annas

New Lacquer Finish for Automobiles at DeKalb Shop

DeKalb Auto Paint Shop on Locust Streets offers a new lacquer finish for cars in any shade. Customers can select from a wide color range with professional application services available at 91 Locust Street.

DeKalb Ith Locust Streets

Rates for Oil Shipment Are Held Too High

The Interstate Commerce Commission ruled carload freight rates on petroleum from Oklahoma to Illinois Wisconsin Missouri Nebraska Kansas Iowa and Minnesota were unreasonable. It required new rates not violating the Interstate Commerce Act and suggested changes. The Indiana State Chamber of Commerce filed the complaint.

Wesewaagens Washington, D. C Interstate Commerce Commission Today Oklahoma Indiana Atcheson, Topeka & Santa Fe Indiana State Chamber of Commerce Illinois Wisconsin Missouri Nebraska Kansas Iowa Minnesota Commission

Wets Glad of Success in Illinois Prohibition Measures

Springfield Illinois March 221 Wets celebrate House Committee approval of a measure repealing the search and seizure act of the 1921 Prohibition Act and carrying a referendum A separate Senate proposal by Senator Barbour Chicago calls for a state prohibition commissioner to be appointed by the attorney general with a 6000 salary for the chief deputy and 3500 for two deputies Dry lawmakers push measures while relief funds of 5000000 are readied for the storm devastated region and session plans note 5000000 relief appropriation ready for third reading and senate decision

Springfield Wets House Congress Drys Senate Barbour Chicago Mlinois Assembly

Cheyenne Chamber Plans Impromptu Rodeo for Guests

Cheyenne Wyoming March 21 Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce hosts an impromptu rodeo this afternoon for visiting newspaper men and trial attendees. The Teapot Dome lease case continues with final arguments limited by Judge Kennedy. Possible Monday start for further views extends to Wednesday noon. decision could take up to two months.

Cheyenne Wyo Chamber of Commerce Teapot Dome Kennedy Wlre

Police Probe Targets Cogennll Force Disclosures Expected

Cincinnati’s police department faces federal scrutiny with a draft probe promising new details of bootlegging bribery and corruption. Fifty policemen indicted and suspended remain free on bond as investigations broaden into force weaknesses and illegal protection schemes.

Goncerns Cincinnati Ohio Poli Department

DeKalb Theatre Show Tonight with Richard Cortez

DeKalb theatre presents Richard Cortez in Argentine Love a short stage program tonight. Local patrons are invited to a performance at the venue, with curtain time expected in the evening.

DeKalb Theatre Richard Cortez

Flood May Add Horror In Six State Storm Recovery

Evansville Indiana reports relief director Henry M Baker says food and shelter will be provided for all victims as relief offices open in storm centers across Missouri Illinois Indiana. Death toll across six affected states rises to 781 with hundreds still homeless and fear of disease high in damaged communities.

United Press Evansville Ind Henrey M. Baker American Red Cross Missouri Illinois Indiana Baker St. Louis Caltechh Tennnessee Kentucky Ilinois Griffin Egypt Annapolis Jand Indiang DuQuoin Benton Carbondale Herrin Ohio Rver Louisville

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Jacob Haish Household Haish State Bank Mable McCann S. Hunt DeKalb Wagon Co Oscar Westberg Cs. A. Carlson D. D. Schoonmaker Edward Johnson Mulis Brothers Robert Ferguson James Scott Libbie Ray F. Smith E. McMecks John Modern E. Rolle Cash H. Jarboe Ruth Bergstrom AO P. Diedrich L. Morrell Loyal Order Moose William Robertson J. F. Berauist Joyce Montgomery Knights Menon M. L. Whittaker John G. Sargent Vermont Coolidge Charles Beecher Warren Michigan Billy McClintock Stewart Hopkins DeKalb County Leader Chronicle Booze Cogennll F. O. O. F. Hall Danger Point
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