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Newspaper
Dekalb Daily Chronicle
Location
Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1925
Page
2
Sycamore subscribers are asked to note that The Chronicle circulation will be handled by a representative from the office until proper service can be established and a responsible representative secured. Subscribers should send a card to The Chronicle in DeKalb if they fail to receive the paper.
The May issue of Sycamore’s Mid-West Review praises the Illinois city of Sycamore as prosperous and progressive. It sketches wide streets, key landmarks, local industries, banks, schools, and notable citizens, with ten pages detailing Sycamore’s factories, parks, and growth prospects.
Many Sycamore Sunday school workers attend the DeKalb County Sunday School association annual convention at the Waterman Methodist church. The program includes registrations, songs, sermons by Rev. Emil Winstedt, greetings by Rev. Frank Anderson, reports on county Sunday schools, and a banner presentation. Banquet attendance was robust among delegates.
The city stands to gain notable publicity due to the unusually wide circulation of the publication. Alfred Gordon, the community editor, leads the effort to expand reach and amplify local coverage.
Deputy game warden William Shaffer visited Sycamore and nearby, evaluating the proposed fish hatchery at the new city park. He advised cooperation with the state department to gain approval and establish the project.
The community is urged to donate from a dime to 100 dollars or more for the Sycamore hospital. Tag days begin early and run late with headquarters downtown. The hospital serves rich and poor, offering care and discharge when able, relying on donations and occasional board support to cover needs and services.
A vintage advertisement touts Father Johns Medicine as a tonic that rebuilds strength through nourishing elements. It claims no dangerous drugs and emphasizes steady, non stimulative effects. The copy notes the product has 69 years of use.
An appeal urges all residents to give proper attention to patients and attend the Saturday tag day fundraiser. Citizens are asked to meet the girls with a smile and a substantial donation, receiving a pleasant thank you in return and the knowledge of contributing to a commendable city cause.
Mrs. Oliver Marsh of Chicago visited Mr. and Mrs. Hans Fieyseth when sparks from an exhaust led her to jump from a moving car. She severely sprained her ankle and now uses crutches. the machine was not on fire.
Sycamore officials remind residents that 1925 vehicle tax plates have arrived and should be purchased promptly. The city’s fiscal year closed on April 20, making old plates invalid. The city clerk held new plates at the start of the month and laments slow sales.
Guy Royalty, arrested earlier this week for intoxication after a night of heavy drinking, appeared before Judge W. L. Pond. He pleaded guilty and was fined $50 plus costs for the offense.
Last evening at the lodge, L. Frank Moudry presided as exalted ruler. The group debated Sycamore joining the Lincoln Highway Elks association and voted to pursue membership. Past Exalted Ruler Campbell and Louis Piether joined a committee to draft the constitution and by laws. Herbert West was elected to membership and may be initiated later.
Mrs. Fay Scheers traveled to Rochester last week for an operation. She is reported in critical condition but showing some improvement. Friends and family remain hopeful she will recover and return home soon much healthier.
Two deputy U S marshals arrived in Sycamore with Chicago orders for three prisoners held on narcotics act violations. Mabel Wilson Alice Lawrence and Alice Mille will be arraigned in Chicago federal court soon after thirty days in the county jail.
E J Morgan, a heating expert, has been in Detroit installing a school heating system and returns home to attend business. He is currently suffering from a painful infection but not seriously ill. Mayor Beckler is this week driving a new Buick sedan delivered yesterday with plans for family use and enjoyment.
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