Gasoline Lantern Blast Burns Genoa Man
John McNamara known as Johnny Mack is hospitalized in St Marys with burns to face and hands after a lantern touched leaking gasoline during fueling of a Ford sedan. The blast also damaged the car. he is expected to recover at home in about three months, with sight unharmed.
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John McNamara
Johnny Mack
St. Mary's Hospital
Lee Carson
Genoa
McNamara
DeKalb
M. J. Donlin
Corson
Mr. Corson
Carson Home
Austin
Mary's Hospital
Sycamore men pay fines and are released from station
Three Sycamore men A F Dennis W H Utter and John Taylor were arrested Thursday night after a report of intoxicated behavior in front of the Innovation. Officer Martin and State Patrol Officer Kenneth Church fined Taylor 190 dollars Dennis 23 dollars and Utter 50 dollars plus costs. They were released after paying their fines.
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Sycamore
A. F. Dennis
W. H. Utter
John Taylor
Martin
Kenneth Church
Innovation
Mr. Taylor
Dennis
Utter
Ship Wrecked Off the Coast of Nova Scotia
May 9. The Danish steamer Hans Jensen, from New York to Montreal, ran ashore on a reef near Whiteset by Guysboro, Nova Scotia. The hull was leaking, two compartments flooded, while the captain and crew stayed aboard overnight. The ship had departed New York on May 6 in ballast.
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Nova Scotia
DeKalb Theatre Tonight Presents Epic Roosevelt Era Drama
DeKalb Theatre screens Tonight Hessie Love in an epic drama set in Roosevelt era, portraying great hearts and mighty events during a challenging period in American history.
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Hessie
Roosevelts
Fine Music at Theatre for Mother's Day Service
Attendees of First Baptist church at the WyeKalb theatre will hear a special Mother’s Day music program. Ralph Howard, theatre organist, leads with four new numbers including The Prodigal and the Song with chorus and Mr Raddatz, an Ermine lullaby arrangement for women, and Herbert Carlson solos including Kipling’s Mother o’ Mine and Little Mother of Mine. Pastor Fred W. Field will share a message.
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First Baptist Church
WyeKalb Theatre
Ralph Howard
Raddatz
Herbert Carlson
Kipling
Tours
Burleigh
Fred W. Field
Scout Troop Plans Meeting at First Lutheran Church
Scout leaders urge all boys from 1 to 18 interested in Boy Scout work to attend a meeting next Monday evening at the First Lutheran church. The troop plans to apply for its charter that night after a delayed start due to the absence of Ralph Tastad. Several important matters will be discussed during the session.
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First Lutheran Church
Ralph Tastad
Mother's Day Services at Malta Church
The Malta church will hold Mother's Day services this Sunday in the forenoon. Readings will be given by Mrs James Stone Mrs Althea Shafer and Dorothy Spickerman. Music includes mystical numbers by Lucille Johnson and Norris Winchester with other selections. A committee led by Ta Plapp Marion Ravatt Sophia Moland and Evelyn Montgomery will arrange ribbon bows. A large attendance is expected.
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Mallz Voaay
M. E
James Stone
Althea’ Shafer
Dorothy Spickerman
Lucille Johnson
Norris Winchester
Ta Plapp
Marion Ravatt
Sophia Moland
Evelyn Montgomery
DeKalb Woodmen Delegates Return From State Convention
Four delegates from DeKalb Owwer of Modern Woodmen of America returned from the state convention held in Centralia. Jens Petersen and William Pooler of DeKalb, Benjamin Awe of Genoa, and Albert Hibbin of Somonauk represented the county order. Delegates will report at the next county encampment meeting. The session was described as one of the most interesting in years.
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DeKalp | Owwer
Woodmen of America
Centralia
Jens Petersen
William Pooler
de Kalb
Benjamin Awe
Genoa
Albert Hibbin
Somonauk
Women Seek Global Inclusion in League of Nations
The international council of women approved a resolution urging all countries to join the league of nations. The decision came without debate after the German delegation expressed sympathy with the league’s ideals.
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United Press
Washington, D. C
International Council of Women Today
League of Nations
League
State Patrol Officer Oscar Larson on Weeklong Vacation
State Patrol Officer Oscar Larson is on a week's leave of absence spending most of his time at home claiming there is enough work to keep him busy during the time off.
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Oscar Larson
Tobacco bargain offer at Secor's store this week
This ad offers a half pound Vel vet or Dill's Best Smoking Tobacco, two packages of pipe cleaners, and a $1.50 value pipe for customers, plus Isabella Royals cigars at five cents, touting strong value and inviting shoppers to visit Secor's.
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Secor's
Rollo Wins Grade School Track Meet at County High
Rollo dominated morning events at the county grade school track meet, taking five firsts including the relay and earning top honors for the Rockabrand family. Sycamore and Ellwood trailed, Normal placed fourth.
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Rollo
Sycamore
Fointa
Ellwood
Rockabrand
C. Rockabrand
R. Rockabrand
Holcomb
Todd
Stark S
Rockavrend
Richardson
Kenyon
Richpour
Nelson
Mail Carrier to Chicago for Treatment
Irven Ferrell, confined to his home for several days due to erysipelas, sailed to Chicago this morning for a week of special nose treatment. His friends here note he has improved and hope the procedures help him recover fully.
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Irven Ferrell
Chicago
Chronicle sports coverage and high school notes
The Chronicle provides gossip on training camps for two schools with game reports and detailed accounts of major athletic events. Reporters who know the players personally deliver peppy, engaging Chronicle sports stories.
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Chronicle
DeKalb Woman’s Club Chorus Wins Fifth in Radio Contest
Announcement from WLS Chicago reports Crown Point Indiana won first place in the concert contest. DeKalb Woman’s Club Chorus earned fifth place and honorable mention with 1 325 votes while six clubs received honorable mention.
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DeKalb Woman's Club
WLS
Chicago
Crown Point
Ind
DeKalb
All Elks Hold Mother's Day Church Service
The DeKalb Elks plan to attend a Mother's Day service at First Lutheran church as special guests. They will meet at the club home at 1 o'clock in the morning, march to church, and pose for a group picture. Rev. BE Magnusson invites the Elks to join this year’s service.
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Elks
First Lutheran Church
Tio
BE. W. Magnusson
Elks’ Club of
DeKalb
Death of Pioneer Resident Alvin Easterbrook
Alvin Easterbrook 62 a longtime county resident died at his home 620 South Second street after an illness since last March He was born to Charles and Mrs Easterbrook of Pierce township and moved to this city nine years ago He worked at the DeKalb County Soil Improvement association building and operated a feed cleaning mill He leaves his wife Clara Browell and two sisters Mrs Bosburt Kingston and Mrs Postal Aurora Funeral services are set for Monday at two oclock at his home with burial in Gardner’s Maple Park cemetery
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Alvin Easterbrook
Mr. Easterbrook
South Second Street
North Fifth Street
Association
Easterbrook
Clara Browell
Plano
Bosburt
Kingston
Postal
Aurora
Masonic Order
Maple Park
Gardner
Woman shoots oppressor at Vienna Opera
A 23 year old woman, Mencia Karniciu, fired six shots from the audience at the Burgtheater during Peer Gynt. One man, Togor Arn autovitch Panizza, 46, was killed and two wounded. She claimed vengeance for murders in Bulgaria in 1923 and was arrested after attempting to flee.
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tBy United Resay
Vienna
Austria
Burgtheater
Peer Gynt
Mencia Karniciu
Togor Arnautovitch - Panizza
Bulgaria
Holstein heifers and yearling bulls available from dealers
Just received a load of registered Holstein heifers. Also 12 yearling bulls. Contact Geo. Drake at Sycamore or Earle Kennedy at DeKalb for details.
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Geo
Drake
Sycamore
Earle Kennedy
DeKalb
Work Keeps Pouring In as Illinois Bodies Weigh Probes
Reports from Springfield show both the Illinois house and senate receiving numerous resolutions seeking investigations and reforms. Measures include study of senatorial apportionment, a Chicago traction inquiry, a probe into the Casualty Clearing House, and calls to move state offices to Springfield. The senate also approved an inquiry into alleged irregularities in the state veterinarian's office.
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United Pressy
Springfield
Ilinois House
Senate
Chicago
Arthur Rowe
Vandalia
Casualty Clearing House
Earl Searcy
DeKalb Auto Paint Shop Named Duco Rep for County
DeKalb Auto Paint Shop at 4th and Locust Streets is designated as exclusive Duco representatives for DeKalb County. The listing notes the firm serves the local market and is linked to the Duco brand.
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DeKalb Auto Paint Shop
Illinois Weather Unsettled With Showers Expected
Illinois reports unsettled conditions with probable showers tonight or Sunday and little change in temperature.
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Illinois
Rum Fleet Skirmish With Runners Across Coastal Waters
A coast guard patrol boat and a pilot boat were destroyed by fire and explosion near Key West as authorities traced a dramatic incident. Earlier in Delaware River a clash with a rum fleet saw coast guards chase a 45 foot cruiser after 100 cases of liquor were seized and tossed overboard, with shots exchanged.
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United
Washington, D. C
Coast Guard
Key West
Fla
Ashbury
N. J
Atlantic Rum Coast Fleet
Delaware River
Cape May
Summer Half Holiday Practiced By City Professions
Doctors bankers dentists barbers and city clerk staff enjoyed a Thursday half holiday. Dentists take Thursday afternoons off year round while doctors bankers barbers have summer months only. City Clerk G N Blackman announced continued Thursday afternoon closures through summer with staff coverage on special occasions. Golf courses and gardens filled the afternoon leisure among residents.
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G. N. Blackman
Hospitals to Entertain In Near Future Open House events at St Marys and Glidden Memorial
Two city hospitals St Marys and Glidden Memorial plan open house from two to five pm on May 12 as part of National Hospital Day. St Marys Benevolent Association and Linen League will provide refreshments while Glidden Hospital Benefit Club serves refreshments. Visitors encouraged to tour and learn how these institutions aid the sick.
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St.Mary’s
Glidden Memorial Hospital
St. Mary's Hospital
St .Mary
Receive Word That Mother Passes Away
Fred Natusch learned yesterday afternoon of the sudden death of his mother Mrs. L. J. Natusch in Saskastcha wan Can. She was 63 and the time and place of the funeral were not announced. He will not travel to attend the services.
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Fred Natusch
L. J. Natusch
Saskastchawan
Can
Natusch
France and Spain Plan Offensive Against Rif Tribesmen
Paris reports Premier Painleve announces joint Franco Spanish action against Rifian tribesmen in Morocco. He states both nations prepare a strong offensive with England in accord, targeting the Rif regions and protecting French and Spanish zones.
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Paris
France
Spain
Morocco
Painleve
England
Street Car Strike Looms In Cleveland
Cleveland street car workers voted on a strike today with early returns showing a near even split. If the vote favors a walkout, a general transportation tie up is expected to begin tomorrow morning in Cleveland.
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Hy Vanen Press
Cleveland
Ohio
Elks Notice for Mother's Day Service
By the order of the Exalted Con science and in memory of your mother you are reminded to meet at the club at 10 o'clock tomorrow morning and from there attend services at the First Lutheran Church. It's Mother's Day. JOHN C. KILLIAN, Secretary. 1m
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ELKS
First Lutheran Church
John C. Killian
Apple Trees For Sale At Custers Gardens
Two year old apple trees in twelve leading varieties offered at one dollar each. Available in summer fall and winter harvest periods. Contact Custer's Gardens at phone number 996 134.
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Custer’s Gardens
Memphians witness drowning toll of Normand disaster
A government crew in Memphis sought to raise the hull of the Normand after it sank on the Mississippi River with 22 dead. Diver efforts continued while another boat picked up remaining survivors. The incident prompted a board of inquiry to investigate overloading and responsibility for the wreck.
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United Press
Memphis
Tenn
Mississippi River
Rachett of Paine
Washington, D. C
Army
War Department
C. H. Connolly
Mississippi
Petti Lea
George Foster
Southern Association of Engineers
Cove Island Bend
Wistorners
Crode
Berlin braces for Hindenburg inauguration crowds
Berlin nerves tighten as Field Marshal von Hindenburg arrives for the presidential inauguration on Monday with anticipated disturbances. Precautions surge as authorities fear protests and potential violence. The Wassische Zeitung reports supposed secret instructions for a Berlin Protective league ready to arm during the reception.
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Berlin
Germany
Field Marshal
von Hindenberg
Hindenburg
Wassiche Seitung
Berlin Protective League
Dance at Security Benefit Assn Monday Night at Viking Hall
A brief notice announces a Monday night dance by the Security Benefit Association at Viking Hall with good music.
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Viking Hall
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