DeKalb and Rochelle feature in Illinois Rediscovery project
Illinois Chamber writer Lester Colby visits DeKalb and Rochelle to document the industrial rise of Illinois. The piece details barbed wire invention roots in DeKalb and local industry growth from 1921 to 1923, including major plants, wage gains, and prominent local banks.
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Ilinois Chamber of Commerce
DeKalb and Rochelle
Lester B
Colby Ilinois Chamber of Commerce
Illinois
Europe
Department of Commerc
Adventure Galore in The Chronicle Interviews on Hammond
Eight illustrated articles present John Hays Hammond, famed mining engineer, facing death sentences, gun smuggling, and courtroom clashes. Charles P. Stewart crafts exclusive interviews revealing perilous adventures and the era’s dramatic legal battles.
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John Hays Hammond
The
Chronicle
Charles P. Stewart
Lots Sold At Dodge Addition Auction In Oak Park
An auction on the East Lincoln Highway by M P Fugle and Company of Oak Park continued sale plans after 25 lots sold Saturday afternoon and evening. Mrs Anna Dodge owns the addition and aims to sell all remaining lots for homes as DeKalb band entertained a large crowd. Oak Park company plans another sale soon with date yet to be announced.
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Dodge Addition
East
Lincoln Highway
M. P. Fugle & Company
Oak Park
Anna Dodge
DeKalb
Funeral for Mrs J Grube Held Sunday
Funeral services for Mrs J Grube were held Sunday with Dr B Barrett Evans and Rev L L Hammitt in attendance. The rites began at the home at two and continued to the Methodist church at 2 30. Final interment followed at Afton cemetery where her father and other relatives rest. The death came as a sudden shock to many in the city.
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B. Barrett Evans
Glen Ellyn
L. L. Hammitt
John W.grube
Afton
Mayor and City Attorney Confer in Rockford Over Barr Bill
Mayor J. B. Lindstrom and City Attorney De Estin Pasley attend a Rockford conference this afternoon on Senator Barr’s transportation utilities bill. May or Halstrom hosts with city officials from northern Illinois present, signaling potential action this afternoon.
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Rockford
J. B. Lindstrom
de Estin Pasley
Barr
Halstrom
Ilinois
Ted Anderson Named Honor Group Member at Illinois
Friends of Ted Anderson learn he has been made a member of the Honor Group at the University of Illinois. A former student at a state college, he entered the state university last fall and earned recognition after a year of scholarship. The distinction was announced at the First Annual Honors Day Convocation at the University Auditorium on Friday, May 15.
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Ted Anderson
Theodore Anderson
Locust Street
University of Illnois
State College
State Univers
University Auditorium
Iday
Davis Case Nears End In Pardon Conspiracy Trial
United Press report from Topeka Kansas dated May 18 notices that the cross examination of Jonathan M Davis on a conspiracy to solicit a bribe for pardon is expected to finish at today’s session, practically concluding all evidence.
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United Press
Topeka
Kansas
Jonathan M Davis
Great Lakes Waterway Conference Aims Trade Boost
Michigan City Indiana hosts a conference May 22 with nineteen states to discuss unifying the Great Lakes St Lawrence waterway. The movement seeks to crystallize sentiment into action and open a vast new path to world trade through the waterway.
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Bs Univeress
Michigan City
Ind
St. Lawrence
De Kalb Wins in Judging at Northern Illinois Contest
De Kalb township high school won the 1925 Northern Illinois Live Stock Grain and Poultry judging contest in Sycamore, securing the championship sectional pennant. Teams included Fat Stock and Dairy with members Gertis Larson, Ralph Nelson, Glenn Butler, Donald Nelson, Charles Carter, and John Rolfe. Individual honors went to Gertis Larson, Ralph Nelson, Glenn Butler, and Eugene Klemm, though Klemm’s score wasn’t counted toward the team. Dairy judging placed DeKalb second behind Sycamore. grain and poultry judging awarded several individuals top placements while no teams competed in those sections.
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Northern Illinois
Sycamore
DeKalb Township
P. M. Farr
Fat
Gertis Larson
Ralph Nelson
Glenn Butler
Donald Nelson
Charles Carter
John Rolfe
Arthur Smith
Henry Carlson
Hallett
Sycamore High School
Sollows
DeKalb
Yorkville
Bseamnine
Antioch
Sugar Grove
Woodstock
Harvard
Sandwich
Gurnee
Sanford Hager
Frank Gates
York- 145
Henry Husk
Donald Marks
Charie
Carter
Clarence Burrell
Ralph Entwhis
Plymouth Rocks
Elmer Barthal
Fernando Helson
Donald Hawkes
William Schwenk
Henry Lyon
Chester Scott
Busy Week Ahead in Senate as Appropriations Meet Opposition
In Springfield May 18 United Press reports a heated Senate week as lawmakers clash over drafted appropriations including a proposal to cut the tubercular cattle eradication funding from 3 million to 2 million. Labor, commerce, and trade bills face attacks while the Public Utilities Committee weighs the Barr Terminable Permit bill amid anticipated amendments. The House calendar remains crowded as members plan four days of continued pending business.
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United Pressy
Springfield
Senate
Department of Labor
Department of Trade and Commerce
Senate Public Utilities Ccnmmittee
Sister Passes Away In Olivia Minnesota
Mrs. Charles Stegmeir learns of the death of her sister Mrs. John Renz of Olivia Minnesota. The death occurred Saturday night and will prevent Mrs. Stegmeir from attending the funeral due to illness. Brothers Charlies and Conrad Stein travel from Rochelle to Minnesota for the services. Cause of death not disclosed in received message.
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Charles Stegmeir
John Renz
Olivia
Minn
Stegmeir
Rochelle
Charlies
Conrad Stein
Minnesota
Labor Favors Restoring Building Plan in Illinois
The Illinois Federation of Labor and the Illinois Joint Labor Board endorsed restoring a 1.5 million dollar building program cut from construction bills. The Chicago Federation of Labor supported the action, announced by secretary Tor Olander.
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United From
Chicago
Ilinois House of Representatives
Ilinois Federation of Labor
Illinois Joint Labor Board
Tor Olander
Run
Chicago Federation of Labor
Britain not planning to break with Russia says official
London May 18 United Press says Under Secretary McNeill told Ben Smith that Britain does not plan any talk with France or other allies to sever relations with Russia.
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Iby United Press
London
England
Great Britain
France
Russia
McNeill
Ben Smith
Boy 11 Is Sentenced to Die for Grandmother Slaying
William Cavalier aged 11 years was condemned to the electric chair by Judge Eartha in Schuylkill county court for murdering his aged grandmother. The three minute proceeding showed Cavalier calm and he said he expected the penalty. His lawyers planned an appeal to the state supreme court and possible gubernatorial review.
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Unirea Press
Pottsville
William Cavalier
Eartha
Schuylkill
Cavalier
S Supreme Court
Board of Pardons
Pinchot
Earth
Finnish Pastor Leaves DeKalb for Brooklyn Pulpits
Congregation members in DeKalb bid farewell to Reverend Kortesmaki and his family as they depart by auto for Brooklyn New York City where he will lead two Finnish Lutheran churches. They will stop in Waukegan to visit friends before continuing east for the new duties after six years in DeKalb.
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Kortesmaki
Brooklyn
New York City
Waukegan
DeKalb
Shepherd on Trial as Death Penalty Sought for Ward Murder
Chicago reporters describe William Darling Shepherd facing murder charges in the death of his wealthy ward Billy McClintock. Prospective jurors are questioned on death penalty views, with several excused. Isabel Pope, McClintock’s fiancée, arrives from California to testify, asserting she will tell the truth.
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United Press
Chicago
William D. Shepherd
Billy McClintock
George E. Gorman
Isabel Pope
Billy
California
William Darling Shepherd
Shepherd
Davis Says He Knew Nothing About Bribes
Topeka May 18 Former governor Jonathan M Davis testified that he knew nothing of his son Russell Davis and his business activities. He denied any bar gain with anyone amid a trial alleging a conspiracy to solicit a bribe for Walter Grundy’s pardon. The prosecution cross examined him to show close business ties with Russell.
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United Pressey Topeka
Kas
Jonathan M. Davis
Russell
Walter Grundy
Davis
Fred Pollman
Pollman
Pastor From Michigan to Speak at Swedish Mission Service
Members of the Swedish Mission church are urged to attend a service tomorrow evening at 7 45. Rev E A Rundquist of Menominee Michigan, a pioneer pastor of the Middle West, will be the speaker in Swedish. Large attendance is desired.
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Michigan
Swedish Mission Church
E. A. Rundquist
Menominee
Mich
Rundquist
Middle West
Springfield Rabid Dog Scare Spurs City Order Debate
The Springfield health department may issue an order to pen up all dogs in the city for five to 60 days. Ten people were bitten by hogs on Saturday and Sunday. A black and white terrier described as mad was shot by police. Weather: overcast with rising temperatures forecast tonight into Tuesday.
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United Press
Springfield
Health Department
Tulips Fall Planting Orders Open At Custers Gardens
We are now booking fall planting orders for tulips. Call to select while in bloom at Custer's Gardens. Phone 138 Graduation Cards at.
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Custer’s
No Votes Sent Seeking Debt Settlements
Washington May 18 the administration prepared to push conversations begun by its representatives abroad to settle debts owed to the United States. The debt funding commission acts through American diplomats in foreign capitals, applying pressure selectively to France Italy Belgium Czecho Slovakia and Romania. No circular note has been sent and approaches vary by country as officials deny a single note was dispatched.
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iBy United Press
Washington, D.C
Debt Funding Commission
France
Italy
Belgium
Department
United States
Song Written by City Residents Heard in Service
People listening to the WdND Mooseheart broadcast Sunday heard a Catholic program featuring a song written by DeKalb residents Mrs. Ella Bentley and Mrs. Mary Smith. The devotional piece honors the Lily Flower and was praised by listeners as a memorable addition to church services. No announcement yet on when it will be used again.
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Wdnd
Mooseheart
DeKalb
Ella Bentley
Mary Smith
Snyder Family to Move to Geneva in Oil Executive Role
Residents learn W E Snyder and family are relocating today to Geneva to be nearer the Standard Oil manager’s district. He will not receive a new district and said he will remain a constant business carrier in the city despite changing residence.
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W. E. Snyder
Geneva
Mr. Snyder
Standard Oil Company
Tag Day Drive Raises Over 431 Dollars for Hospital Benefit
The Hospital Benefit club reports 431 dollars collected on Saturday as its annual tag day proceeds. President Mrs. George H. Deane says totals are incomplete and higher final figures are expected. Rain kept many residents away, reducing the final tally from initial plans.
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Hospital Benefit Club
George H. Deane
Deane
Robber Percy Pugh Tries Suicide in Court Building
Percy Pugh, 30, held under $160,000 bond for 16 robberies, attempted death by self harm today in the Chicago criminal court building. He plunged through a third floor window, his feet snagged in the frame, and a policeman dragged him to safety. He was badly cut and in serious condition.
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United Press
Chicago
Percy Pugh
Criminal Court
Pugh
Judge Jones to Decide Virginia Road Case Tonight
Attorneys for the City of Virginia and the state highway department must file briefs by June 10 to determine the route of the Springfield Beardstown road. Judge Norman Jones presides as Memorial Day plans drive an American Legion meeting tonight at the post rooms. A social gathering at the Vassar Swiss club rooms is planned for Legion members and Auxiliary guests with garden and plant sales and community notices.
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Cvited Press
Springfield
City of
Virginia
State Highway Department
Beardstown
Norman Jones
Memorial Way
American Legion
Post Rooms
Vassar Swiss Club
The
Legion Auxiliary
Big meeting planned for September in DeKalb Odd Fellows
At Woodstock meeting District No 6 Odd Fellows plans a September 19 regional Grand Encampment district session and school of instruction in DeKalb. About 100 plus Patriarchs expected with 106 candidates for three degrees. officials urge statewide delegation and heavy attendance to make it a gala day.
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Woodstock
DeKalb
Odd Fellows
Canton
Order
Freeport
Wood Stock
Carl H. Weber
Weber
Kishwaukee
Rockford
Sherman
Belvidere
Home
Harvard
Concordia
Lake
Crystal Lake
Kisiwaukee
Poplar Grove
Elwood
Sycamore
Frank L. Shattuck
Shattuck
Odd Fellowship
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Lester Ts. Colby
Kiwanis Club
Neigh- Ring
Colby
Il Mois
Col
J. L. Elswood
JeKalb
American Steel & Wire, My
Trust
Therge
Nehring Electric Works
Ing
Apollo Company
Zer
McKalb
Rert
J. Grube
Davis Case
Elsa Gift Shop
Poland
Solons
ELSA
Judge Jones
Virginia Road
Legion
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