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Dekalb Daily Chronicle

Location

Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America

Date

May 02, 1921

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Hero's Body On Way Back From War

Remains of Clinton Glidlen, a DeKalb Marine, will return to Hoboken this week with plans for a full military tribute. The government requests a formal response to graves registration regarding the body’s disposition. The judge arranged for authorities to receive the body, with American Legion duties contingent on arrival.

V. Aiden i Clinton TR Hoboken Iso Clinton Glidlen Getion Ull Glivdewlen DeKalb Uction

Belgians Arrested After Auto Crash and Bootleg Whisky Find

Two Belgians, described as Iron Sycamore engine workers, were arrested after a reported auto smashup. Sheriff Deck said 300 bottles of moonshine whiskey and beet wine were found, but no large thefts. They face several days of detention as investigations proceed.

Deck

Meeting Friday To Consider Pastor Matter

Members and officials of TF Lutheran Church plan a Friday conference to review several pastors under consideration for vacancy. No action has been taken since Reverend Anderson’s message. Concerns arise over potential future outcomes and the pastors’ abilities.

TF Lutheran Church Anderson

Newberry Not Sent To Prison Cell In Supreme Court Ruling

Washington May 2 The United States Supreme Court set aside sentences including two years in prison and a 210000 fine for Senator Truman Hewther regarding illegal use of funds to affect the Michigan 1918 election. The ruling nullified convictions under federal campaign finance provisions and remanded actions to lower courts.

Veepres Washington, D. C Truman Hewther Honey Ford Michigan United States Supreme Court Shorters Ledgal Michixs

Kyle Trial Began Today In Mail Robbery Case

The May term federal court opened with the trial of Kyle and partner Loren Williamson charged in a mail robbery at Mt. Vernon. The defendants are accused of plotting a theft involving 875,000 dollars during the raid on the U S mail facility.

St. $ Yy Gurer Ira Betteen Mt. Vernon Kyle Loren Williamson

Strike of Printers Causes Some Trouble

Under the state constitution all bills on amendments must be printed to become law. The printers strike is hindering this process, leaders will confer to send the matter to Pontiac for printing. Another plan is to mimeograph bills and enactments. Old Time Dance hosted by Moose Lodge at I O O F hall on Tuesday May 3.

United Press Springfield Pontiac Moose Ledge I. O. O. F. Hall

Kids Take Ford Trusk Inpro Times Report

The article describes a car theft incident in the city where a Ford was taken by several youths. Police say unlocked cars with keys left inside invite theft and warn residents about leaving vehicles unattended. The incident prompts concerns about careless parked cars and opportunities for rides.

Sun Bolomsins Sind Dterde Firststareer Svetenreb Annie's Toulon

East Aurora Wins Big Relay Race at St Charles

East Aurora captured the five mile relay down the Fox River from St Charles to Aurora High School in a runaway finish led by Clyde Lies. Time unrecorded due to star watch failure. race mirrored prior Dekalb inter class event with mile legs. Participating schools included East and West Aurora Mooseheart Dundee and Batavia.

East Nornd Aurora Fox Tiger Valley St. Charles Aurora High School Clyde Lies Star Watch Hich Hool East West Aurora Mooseheart Dundee Batavia

Germany to face war guilt trial in May

The article reports Germany preparing to be tried for war guilt as reparations officials set plans. It notes the Allies and reparations commission moving forward with the legal process and dates, with expectations of testimony and proceedings beginning mid May.

Packing Town Faces Battle Over a Strike

Packing Town braces for a major strike as packers threaten action at meat plants in Paehingiewa and nearby facilities. Widespread work stoppages could curb production and disrupt deliveries, with suppliers warning of shortages and potential layoffs if negotiations fail.

Paper Makers Strike Shuts East Mills Plants

In East Mills nearly all papermaking plants closed after a walkout by workers demanding higher wages amid a downturn in demand. About 1,000 men at the Itirema fondl Paper Company mills in Edwards and Pain faced layoffs unless an agreement is reached by 11. If not, Pineh and Truyn at local towns, Union Bar & Paper at Pudason Falls, and Spout River Pulp & Paper at Warrensburg may also close due to ice conditions.

Das Empoyes Te Titermafondl Paper Company Thort Edwards Pain Tnless Pineh Truyn Union Bar & Paper Corporation Pudaon Falls Spout River Pulls Pulp & Paper Company Warrensburg

Big Four Buys Bankrupt Evansville Indianapolis Terre Haute Line

The Interstate Commerce Commission approved the Cleveland Cincinnati Chicago and St Louis Railroad to acquire control of the Evansville Indianapolis Terre Haute Railway for 1 million dollars in long term securities. The Terre Haute company recently entered bankruptcy but has since operated with adjustments.

Theate Comerce Ladey Cleveland, Cincinnati, Chicago

Murder in Chicago A Doctor Is Slain

United Press report from Chicago details the murder of Dr Rowland. He was found dead in his home with a bullet wound as his wife allegedly locked herself in a room. Detectives say a money extortion plot involving a young woman and her mother led to the fatal shooting.

Hirry Dineon T Thoma Accurine Edward Webs Collie Wurhed Ownl Owere Dr. Rowland Wees Rowland Webber Tate Ainee Abel Mae Barry Rowlam

Forfeiture Request In Haywood Case At Leavenworth

District Attorney Clyne asked for forfeiture of bail bonds for Haywood and another convicted individual who failed to surrender at Leavenworth. Forty six members of the organization were convicted under the espionage act and sentenced to one to 20 years. two others are still at large. Basles, Chiesso visit plans noted. Drama Club to stage a three act comedy May 6 and 9 at the normal school, with DeKalb cast members. ticket sales begin at Secor's for 50 cents.

Dramatic Club Normal School DeKalb Secor's

Kiwanis Club Held General Forum At DeKalb Hall

The Kiwanis weekly meeting in DeKalb featured a general forum with proposals for city improvement. Ed Raymond chaired, goals included hard road tapping the berberiery, a parking system, baseball club plans, and a new Kiwanis week song. The session welcomed new member PW Schaal and the first performance of the Quarterine quartet.

DeKalb Clark Ed. Raymond Allen ‘Tyler Ameter Libs Schaal Kiwanis Week

Aurora car praised by residents amid search

A cherished Aurora car sound, tied to a missing pickup truck, drew cheers from locals. Police say service will run on a slower schedule as crews repair, with officials promising road work and new orders to restore travel amid the ongoing search.

Slight frost Friday night not damaging crops and trees

A light frost Friday night is believed to have caused little damage to crops and fruit trees in the area. Reports describe only minor effects on some trees while last night's cold spell did not significantly affect Orchard or fields.

Jark Prost

Printers Go on Strike in Many Cities Today

In Cleveland about 740 commercial printers in job printing shops walked out to demand a 44 hour week. Strikes and planned actions spread to Rochester Philadelphia St Louis Topeka Amarillo Texas Denver and other cities as printers rallied for shorter hours and better conditions.

Cleveland Ohio Rochester Philadelphia St Louis Topeka Kan Aramillo Texas Denver

National Banks Call Issued For Condition May 28

The comptroller of the currency issued a call for the condition of national banks at the close of business Thursday April 28. The weather on Tuesday in Illinois was cool with fresh northeast winds and a continued cool spell expected.

Washington, D. C Comptronler Illinois Highland

The Greatest is the Extra Special Attraction at the Princess

Vera Gorion stars in The Greatest with Mother Love as the central emotion. The film promises moving, joyful, and emotional performances. supporting cast includes Yvonne Shelton William Tooker Donald Hall Sally Crute Jessie Simpson and Bobby Watson. A double bill with Scrat and Humoresque follows.

Vers Goraon Wre Minnertag Mnien Vera Gorion Miss Gordon Yvonne Shelton William “H

Three Die Over Sunday in DeKalb County News

DeKalb county records report three deaths over Sunday including Mrs Patrick Roach of DeKalb and two men, Charles Joseph Wilson and John Johnson. Roach died Saturday night after a lung ailment and old age, Wilson died after tuberculosis battle at DeKalb County sanitarium, and Johnson, Swedish born, died at the farm south of DeKalb after a long rural life. Funeral arrangements set for Roach at St Marys Catholic cemetery, for Wilson at East Lincoln Highway residence, and for Johnson at First Lutheran church with private farm services.

DeKalb Patrick Roweh South Bith Street Charles Wilson DeKalb County John Johnson Patrick Roach Jolim Elizabeth Roach Sid Roach Thomas Mutregan Serviers St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery Charlies Joseph Wilsom Joes Wilson Ottawa Mareh DeKath Township Ann Westerberg H G. Westerberg East Neoin Chvseo Wedraulie Press Emmia Osborn Hubbard Woods Weetrbere East Lincoln High Way G. A. Fairfond Turial Fairview Cemetery Joan Johnson Smilen Sweden Oming Johnson Camile

Rotary club completes survey of boys welfare

Reports from the chairman of the boys welfare work say the Rotary club survey in De Kalb nears completion. Women volunteers, especially mothers of boys, contributed greatly. organizers believe every boy was surveyed and aid may soon reach some youths unseen by the donors.

Rotary Club

Sixyearold Bride to Face Trial in Juvenile Court

United Press reports from Poplar Bluff Missouri that Letta Parsons a six year old bride will be tried in juvenile court at Farmington May 19 The case is said to be the first in the state where a married woman faces juvenile court trial Parsons is alleged to have shot her six year old stepdaughter to get even with her husband She had been married less than a week.

Sierlin Hemera Baci Laveena United Press Poplar Bluffs Letta Parsons Parsons Mareh Il

Little Earle Nevins Sick With Rheumatism

Earle Nevins son of Mrs Inez Nevins of South First street is bedbound with inflammatory rheumatism now affecting his feet. His brother Dan has recently recovered from illness and it is hoped the current sickness is temporary.

Earle Nevins Inez Nevins South First Street Dan

Tax First Is Demand Tax First Is Demand

The 1921 tax revision debate heats up as Secretary Mellon urges immediate tax reform while Congress prioritizes a permanent tariff bill. He proposes a 40 percent minimum combined rate, lower surtaxes, and a broad package to raise about 4 billion dollars, including tax on corporate income and excises, while rejecting a federal sales tax.

United Press Washington, D. C Mellon Congress Ways and Means and Finance Committees

Building Halted Again in Windy City

Contractors and building employees quit work halting 35 million dollars of construction in Chicago. Termination of building came when contractors dropped out and union employees refused wage reductions. Both sides claim it will be a fight to the finish.

Union Press Chicago

Fire at Danish Orphan Home in Chicago

Fire swept through the Danish Orphan home in Chicago on May 2 causing an estimated $5,000 in damage. Forty children were hurried to safety as crossed electric wires were cited as the cause.

United Press Chicago Ill

Allies Prepare Ultimatum to Germany Amid Ruhr Invasion Prep

London and Paris dispatch report the Allied Supreme Council agreeing to an ultimatum demanding 132,000,000,000 marks in reparations and stricter guarantees. France mobilizes troops toward the Rhine while Britain and the United States weigh support, with a May 12 expiry date for the ultimatum and invasion plans in motion if Germany refuses.

Supreme Council Germany Rhine America Senate United States London England Allied Supreme Council Ruhr Berlin Ultimatium Lloyd George Council Liege George Briand Paris France Mesux Lyons Beron

Ford Company Loses Suit in Highest Court

Washington May 2 The Henry Ford Motor Company lost 600000 damages after the Supreme Court reversed a lower court ruling in favor of the Hotel Woodward Company of New York. The suit stemmed from Ford refusing to lease offices in New York part of which had been leased by the hotel. Building for sale Lithuanian Mercantile Co building corner 8th and Market Streets Two stories eight feet Good basement Store room on main floor hall on second floor Tube at 1134 State St 179

Washington, D. C Henry Ford Motor Company Supreme Court Woodward Company of New York The Motor Company Ford Company Lithuanian Mercantile Co 8Th and Market Sts Tnube State St

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Hero Clinton Gidden Newberry Dove of Peace Ford Trusk Annie’s Woods East Aurora Paehingiewa Titania Garda Exere East Mills Big Four Haywood C. J. Basle Chiesso Apendt Mr. Wid Paul Anders M Paslevy Earlville Morris Eftwanians Arera Hardy Wriday Sterling Chicago Concourse Whiteside County Chico Sycamore Pacific Coast Pike's Peak Red Bluffs Calif Weaverville Ilinois Afton Mr. Johnsen Mary Anderson Mr. Johnson Allen Diwin Albert M. Johnson A. M. Johnson D. Harlson Arthur Smith Nebraska First Lutheran Church G. A. Fairlund DE Kalb Little Earle Nevins Secretary of the Treasury Windy City Boche Alied Supreme Council Cnn
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