Severe cold wave sweeps central regions through Midwest
A bitter cold snap from Alaska blanketed the central western and southern states with freezing and subzero readings. Texas reported 18 degrees as Minnesota and Wisconsin saw freezing temps, Duluth subzero, Minneapolis four above. Southwest areas face 24 hour frost while forecasts call for rising temperatures tomorrow.损 pastures and crops face losses across Illinois and Missouri as winter ends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Asy Umea Cross Chiewen T
Martek
Alaska
Middle Western
Great Lakes
Rocky Mountains
Texas
Weather Bureau
Hineis
Wisconsin
Minnesota
Duluth
Minneapolis
Missouri
Springfield
Bureau of Prop
Department of Agviculture
Inday
Weelington
J. C
Annoumeed Cody
Mystery Chicago sidewalk crypt yields strangled man
Chicago police probe a nightly rendezvous tale as Walter Jones, a factory night watchman, discovers a man’s body in a sidewalk crypt beneath a vacant lot. A rosary clutched in the dead man’s hand and a note reading Mrs. Schultz 1542 Carroll Place come into play as investigators seek the man’s identity and two missing daughters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press
Chicago
Walter Jones
Then &O
Jury Finds Man Guilty In Rape Case At Mason Court
The circuit court jury convicted a man of all charges related to an attempted rape after a trial where the defendant’s denial clashed with a young victim’s testimony. A new-trial motion and bail-increase request were filed, with court actions set for April 16 as prosecutors seek to secure higher bail and potential appeals loom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Circuit Court
Through States Attorney Co
Poust
Supreme Court
Mason
Head
Fire at Klemm Home Damages Roof and Attic
Morning blaze at the Pant Klemm house at Pourti and Pramk lin, known as the Prank Lundberg home, set the roof aflame after sparks from a chimney. Firefighters arrived a second time for a small indoor fire in the attic, one wagon returning to the station within 15 minutes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pourti
Pramklin
Lundberg
Klemm Hon
Ath
Big Sale At Swanson Brock Draws Large Town Crowd
A large turnout gathered Saturday at the Swanson and Brock site for a big sale. Many farm work horses were offered and buyers from nearby farms appeared ready to replace idle tractors this spring. Farrell and Whitnam led a strong selling group, with reports of good prices for quality work horses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Swanson & Brock
Swanson Burns
Farrell & Whitnam
Patel
Week end drunks in custody face Judge Glidden decision
Two drunken arrests marked the week end as police toil over disorderly conduct. One case arose after a restaurant disturbance before seven in the morning, with Officer Rowe reporting the incident and the suspects awaiting the judge’s afternoon appearance. A fee of five or ten dollars was noted for the prisoners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Glidden
Rowe
Window Sign Fails to Entice Downtown Shoppers
The window display at a downtown store today drew little interest as residents hurried to work. A sharp morning cold snap dropped temperatures and likely damaged flowers and plants left outdoors, though exact losses were unclear.
Taxable Income Determination by Federal Court Ruling
The High Court session regards a federal tax case on whether profits from capital assets and securities are taxable income. New York Life Insurance Company and the government argued over partial earnings for policyholders, with appeals and broader tax law implications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Supreme Court
Washington, T
Bee New York Life Meneageer
Lawey Court
Washit
Mises Brewehy
Loverews
Mayfield Road Improvement Plan Ties 2 Dollar Farmer Shares
Mayfield aims to fund a road upgrade along the Five Corners to the west via a new plan. Farmers along the route are asked to contribute two dollars each, replacing previous methods. The township has some success with this financing approach and hopes this effort proceeds smoothly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mayfield
Paul Che
Rom Five Corners
Home Talent Woolvil In Fourteen Acts Osgood Popcorn Mill Began
Westsecond and Lincoln Highway residents Fred McLean and partner installed a popcorn and peanut machine at Fourth and Lincoln Highway. They turned it on last Saturday and sold more corn than could be popped. The event took place outdoors with a chilly atmosphere as a community gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Westsecond
Fred McLean
Fourth
Lincoln Highway
Rebekah
F. Hall
Sandwich Free Press Shows Improvement
Editor Frank Lowa announces a shift in the Sandwich Free Press toward its own typeface and independent printing. The paper vows clearer content, less advertising clutter, and a more modern presentation while maintaining ties to a wide exchange network.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sandwich Free Press
Former PE Kale Man Suffers Second Mishap
Tivisatl fetends of Jota Rebert. formerly preceptor of the F Dstt ender DMonneriish's ste elie, all the serey te Tour that he chieres anatiee areident best Wek vied memossitaterk efi aeagin. tetra of the remaining two fingers oy the hand whicl was infected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jota Rebert
Anisfortane
Russell Receives New Truck for Squaw Grove Road
Russell county superintendent secured a new road truck in Springfield to aid Squaw Grove township in their upcoming road building program this year. The move follows prior talks of securing equipment and aims to support local road improvements and access for residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russell
Squaw Grove
Burn Trin Ty Syld
Sloweyer
Springfield
Squaw Grove Township
Colonel Work Earns Key Post in Harding Administration
United Press report from Washington on March 28 states Col Kubert Work of Colorado has been named first assistant postmaster general by the White House. The appointment expands administration staff as President Harding reshapes the postal leadership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press
Washington, D. C
Col. Kubert Work
Colo
White House
Short Line Men Losers In Labor Board Fight
Chicago March 2. Short line railroad employees lost their bid for parity with standard roads in pay and working conditions before the Interstate Commerce Commission. The Labor Board said no rules could apply due to the fragmented, largely unionized, nature and routes hauling coal and other samples. Leaders from the railway and labor sectors commented on the setback and the push for private control of lines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Thagian
Pinstet States Railroad Labor Board
Bert McDewell Breetlent
Railway Department of the America Federation of Lake the Silroad
WoWitechny
Witter
Jewell
Warren Bragg in Wheel Chair for Short Time
Encouraging report on Warren Bragg’s health notes temporary use of a wheelchair after weeks in bed. Family and friends express relief and hope for continued improvement, expecting a return to normal activity and a handshake soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warren Bragg
Warren Baz
DeKalba
Notre Dame Lad Home For Easter
Claude Middleton, a Notre Dame student from DeKalb, is home for Easter vacation with his parents. Several other DeKalb boys at the big university in South Bend were also expected home for the holiday. NOTICE eight P O eS Regular meeting tonight. John C. Killian, Seey
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Claude Middleton
Notre Dame
Ind
DeKalb
South Bend
P. O
John C. Killian
Clifford Rice Returns from Harvard Visit Home
Clifford Rice, a student from Murvar, arrives to spend the East vacation with relatives. The trip followed a period of illness, with plans to resume normal activities once recovered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clifford Rice
Harvard
Murvar
First Gypsy Outfit Here On Saturday
Travelers in a bic vehicle with camping gear briefly stopped on a trail as locals spotted the unusual caravan. Police advised them to move on, noting this is the first traveling squad to appear here. Warm weather is expected to bring more caravans from across the country.
Special Music At Church On Easter Sunday
At the Vesper services of the Methodist church yesterday afternoon the program drew a large attendance. Weoler's cantata in two parts Hail the Victor was conducted by Vere Goodyear with soloists Mrs AL Co Spiekerman Miss Jui Bean SF. Parson AA Meliowell and Vere Goodyear. Morning service featured music but Easter Sunday observances peaked at Vespers led by Dr ThoB Evans with The Greatest of All Souls as the star theme.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weoler
Vere
Thob Evans
Earthquake Reported in Southwest Nearby Chicago Area
A seismograph reading from Santa Clara University recorded a significant quake early today. The tremor originated near Santa Clara rivers in California and was detected hundreds of miles away, with researchers noting the need for further study to pinpoint precise location and magnitude.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Santa Chira
Calif,rey
Santa Clara University
Harding policy frames protection of Yankee lives
Washington March 28. A definition of the Mexican policy of the Harding administration is being framed by the president and Secretary of State Hughes according to high authority. It was indicated that adequate protection of American life and property by Mexico will be insisted upon as part of this policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Harding
Anderew
Hughes
Mexico
Denson Couple Return From California Trip
Mr and Mrs J T Denson who spent several weeks in California have returned home to spend Easter with their son. They regret leaving the warmer clime as frost bites were reported during their stay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
J. T. Denson
Rioting Over In Halle Germany April 28 Riot Report
Scattered bands of communists fled through Eisleben county as safety police, aided by artillery, pursued them. Communists briefly held camps near Mobach and Mansfeld before troops regained control. Explosions and property damage occurred but no major casualties reported. By Sunday police lines stood with little action and about thirty prisoners were taken along the march.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press
Halle
Germany
Eisleben
Count Ponisski
Mobach
Sangerhausen
Mansfeld
Manfeld
Sinilar
Easter program fills First Church with music
A large audience attended an Easter program at the First Church. Wildermere's The Living Christ was presented with soloists Mrs E J Swanson Mrs Scott Peacock Miss Ruth Burnett H R Sorensen and Herbert Carlson. Burnett from Aurora impressed with a beautiful contralto. The chorus and soloists performed with precision and confidence. Accompanist Mrs B C Knodle provided inspirational accompaniment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baptists
First Woreh
Wildermere
Living Christ
E. J. Swanson
Scott Peacock
Ruth Burnett
H. R. Sorensen
Herbert Carlson
B. C. Knodle
Sinn Feiners Set Fires Across England in Weekend Arson
London dispatch reports a massive arson wave by Sinn Feiners over the weekend. In Northumberland Durham and Yorkshire, 40 farm fires ruined haystacks buildings and farm property, with thousands of pounds in damage. One suspect was under arrest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tait
London
England
Sinn
Initiation Rites Planned at DeKalb Lodge No. 144
At the regular meeting of DeKalb lodge No. 144 AF and AM several candidates will be initiated into the third degree. A large attendance of members is expected for the ritual work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DeKalb Lodge
AL Fo & A. M
Betty Combson Shines In Prisoners of Love
Critics hail Betty Combson’s prison drama performance as meritorious and comparable to top screen impersonations. The Moving Picture World notes a striking cycle of events following her work, with Chicago Tribune and NOW praise. The film Prisoners of Love screens tonight and tomorrow in Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Belly Compson
Criics
Chicago Tribune
Moving Picture World
Betty Compson
Knights of Columbus Banquet in DeKalb Draws Large Crowd
The DeKalb Knights of Columbus held a grand banquet with about 500 seated and 70 candidates engaged in initiatory work. Out-of-town officers assisted, and a post-dinner program featured speeches by state and district deputies, council grand knights, and Rev. Solon, plus musical interludes. Prizes were awarded for spotting errors in the program. the event was praised as one of the largest and most successful in the order’s history locally.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
K of Columbus
Demee
Knights of Columbus
DeKalb
Edward Houlihan
M. J. Gannon
John M. Quinlan
Americus Council
Oliver J. Gibbs
Aurora Council
Michael Howlett
J. A. Solon
Apollo
Apollo Piano Company
Martin Donnelly
Earl Stewart
Katherine
Janis Wildey
Erle Murray
Will MaCormick
Herman
Walter Masterson
Kay
Easter Music at St Marys Church
Special music featured at St Marys church Easter services with children’s choir soloists Earl Stewart and Margaret Stewart at the 8 o’clock mass. Organists Helen Conlin Mary Horan and Helen McCabe led. At the 10 o’clock mass the choir provided fine music for a large parish audience with Mrs Robert F McCormick as organist and Emmett McGirr performing a violin solo.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Mary's Church
Earl Stewart
Margaret Stewart
Helen Conlin
Mary Horan
Helen McCabe
Robert F. McCormick
Emmett McGirr
Big Bazaar Week Kicks Off at I O O F Hall
The American Legion bazaar begins April 4 at the I O O F hall with a lively opening and continued pep all week. The Odd Fellows donate the hall, and Department Commander William McCauley visits. A DeKalb night and a prize Superior Washing Machine donated by Superior Washing Machine Co. are announced. Andrew Heath organizes car transport for Legionnaires.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
American Legion
Odd Fellows Organization
William McCauley
Legion
Superior Washing Machine Company
Phil Swanson
DeKalb
Rochelle
DeKalb Legion
Andrew Heath
DeKalb Woman Learns Kin Dies in Chicago Hospital
Mrs. Laura Cole received word that her cousin Dr. John B. Roe of Oregon died Friday in a Chicago hospital after an operation. Funeral services were held this afternoon in Oregon, but the DeKalb woman learned of the death too late to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laura Cole
John B. Roe
Oregon
Chicago
DeKalb
Gullickson Studio Closes Three Days for Chicago Photo Convention
Gullickson studio will close for three days until Friday due to a photographers convention at the Chicago Auditorium. Mr and Mrs Gullickson will attend, both showing strong interest in fellow craftsmen works. Chronicle want ads yield results.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gullickson
Auditorium
Chicago
Easter program at First Lutheran Church draws crowd
Under PD Swanson supervision the First Lutheran Church offered an Easter program featuring an oral Easter musical number. Gounod’s Panis Angelicus was performed as the panist piece. The Ladies Chorus, solo by Mrs C R P Gonterman, and a Mrs Herman Pierson assisted solo were highlights. Rev G A Failand delivered a forceful Easter sermon as the Third and Pine street church was filled at both services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Lutheran Church
PD Swanson
Gounod
Third and
Pine Street
Easter Pageant At First Congregational Church
Baptism and reception of members marked the service at First Congregational Church. Rev. F. W. Webster preached on The Fact of the Resurrection. Special Easter anthems and a solo by Miss Wiswall with Dr Howard Paine on violin enhanced the morning. In the evening a pageant The Victorious Life by a group of high school girls led by Mrs. Neptune featured the program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Congregational Church
F. W. Webster
Wiswall
Howard Paine
Neptune
Betty Compson Tonight at the Princess
Betty Compson stars in Prisoners of Love, a biopic opening tonight at the Princess. Critics praise her performance matching The Miracle Man, and deem the story worthy of the star and the supporting cast.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Betty Compson
Miss Compson
Also Mentioned on This Page
Klemm
High Court
Home Talent Woolvil
Osgood
Frank Lowa
Newana
Lanwien
Amony
Colonel Work
United States Railroad Labor Board
Uniterreey Chichen, WL
Ardent
Sinn Feiners
St. Mary’s
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!