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Newspaper
Dekalb Daily Chronicle
Location
Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1920
Page
2
The piece argues that large stores can always undersell non advertisers because higher turnover lowers per sale profit. Advertising drives volume, lowers prices for customers, and benefits readers by cutting costs. It explains why non advertising rivals cannot prosper beside advertised stores.
Berlin reports sharp price increases and food shortages following the Kapp putsch and the general strike. Urban food supplies dwindled as railway disruption delayed distribution, pushing costs up for meat, butter, cheese, and clothing while restaurants outside rationing felt the squeeze. Germany’s stronger currency improved foreign purchases but relief funds from America remained uncertain, with Americans facing tighter credit and high taxes.
Washington May shipment plans move forward for a “soviet ark” carrying about 500 aliens, mostly Russians, to Odessa or another Black Sea port. Anthony Camenetti, director general of immigration, outlined rapid deportation steps to the House Appropriations Committee.
Washington May 3. W Cettuck former secretary of the national war labor board testified for about 2,000,000 railroad workers seeking roughly a $1,000 increase to set a minimum wage of $2,500 a year. He argued that a $2,500 floor would stabilize wages across industries and improve conditions for American workers.
The Nor mal school begins re roofing work by Springfield Roofing Company after repeated delays due to rain. Workers expect completion by mid next week if weather cooperates.
At press time the local Normal school led Wheaton College after three quarters with a 3 to 0 score. The fast game saw Wheat on seeking revenge for earlier season woes as Charles Neveren handled city business duties.
Louisville faces opening day of the Churchill Downs meeting as about 25 000 visitors arrive for America’s richest turf event the Kentucky Derby. One horse Sam Freedman is withdrawn from 173 three year olds nominated. Damask is a strong Louisiana Derby winner and favorite with contenders including On Watch Donnaconna Golden Broom Blazes Constancy Prince Pal John P Grier Vice Chairman Miss Jemima and Faison Or. Latonia meeting to follow June 2 to July 7 with a Latonia Derby paying 30000 likely scheduled for June 12.
Lois Hodge of Shabbona files for separate maintenance after six years of marriage to Clarence R. Hodge. She states they married July 16, 1914 at Geneva and he deserted her January 24. He earns 125 dollars monthly and provides little for her. Elvina Quarnstrom of DeKalb petitions circuit court for division of Hunt's addition lots. Andrew Pearson wills property to four children, Alvina Quarnstrom, Perry Pearson, Frank Pearson and Algot Pearson.
County court held a strenuous session with various matters: Catharine Harris, 82, from Sycamore, will live with her daughter Lucy Moore, with two other children contributing to support. Notices reported escapes from Elgin State Hospital for Henry Breibizman, Clinton Weber, and Frank Vana. J N Finnegan of Sycamore, Democrat, named to the board of review for a two year term starting June 1.
The township high school nine defeated St. Albans College at Sycamore 14 to 1. Evar Swanson pitched a one hitter in his first game, showing speed and control. Stewart Lawson and Miller impressed, giving the coach confidence for a successful season.
Dr Ida Kahn the first native woman doctor in China will address DeKalb at the morning service at the Methodist church tomorrow. The event includes special choir music and is expected to draw an unusually large attendance.
Will Hiana visited Janesville to check two race horses, Oregon Boy and Bob Garrit. Reports say both are in top condition and likely to be in the money often this season. He has a number under consideration for their first race, but no entry yet.
The playground behind Glidden school is nearly finished after the city bought three rear lots for the project. Fill has been completed and the area is now in good condition for the children to play. Chronicle Want Ad mentioned.
The article recalls Capt. John Smith’s 1614 exploration of Nova Scotia to Penobscot Bay, identifying his designation of the region as New England. It notes his mapmaking of the southwestern Maine coast and his descriptions in A Description of New England, including harbors, isles, and abundant resources.
The piece notes that smell nerves fatigue quickly while heat and cold nerves also tire rapidly, heart nerves never stop, hearing and sight endure long work, and outlines varied greeting customs among cultures from Mongols to Celts, Eskimos, and Australians, highlighting touch and tongue-based salutations.
Margaret Fuller notes pleasant visit with Hawthorne amid peaceful surroundings. She praises his poetry and perceptions, mentions walks with A and Waldo, and reflects on their meetings. She values his presence more than their intercourse and describes his new poems and a discussion of a subjective twin blend.
An old dental advertisement warns of tartar and pyorrhea in 85 percent of adults. It urges quick action to save teeth and gums using PYROS antiseptic, claiming it kills bacteria, removes tartar, and freshens breath with a soothing, harmless formula.
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