Plans for Memorial Day Observance Announced by DeKalb Legion
DeKalb Post of the American Legion announced Memorial Day plans to mirror prior years with civic and school cooperation. Activities include cemetery visits by the legion grave decorating and firing squads, a 1 PM parade with G A R veterans as guests, and speeches by Ex Senator Otis F Glenn or, if unavailable, Rev Walter M Briggs of Aurora.
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DeKalb
American Legion
Legion
Otis F. Glenn
Essington Duride
Evans
Chicago
Senator Glenn
John Ericeson
Republican League
Moline
Glenn
Walter M. Briggs
Galena Boule Vard Methodist Church
Aurora
Briggs
Accessories to Autos Are Being Stolen
Police report a spate of auto accessory thefts in the city this week. A Ford jack rope and other items were taken from a North First Street vehicle between 8:30 and 10 a.m. Monday. Charles Rose and Chester Olson reported motor meters stolen from cars parked near Third and Locust and near Fourth and Locust.
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Thisty
North First Street
New Mayo Home
Charles Rose
Boyce
Third and Locust Streets
Chester Olson
Fourth and Locust Streets
French Force Advances to Face Abd el Krim in Morocco
Paris dispatch reports Abdel Krim mobilizing all men of the Rif and Djebala in northern Africa for war against French and Spanish forces. Fez notes French troops advancing on both wings with a new group including artillery and airplanes pushing a push near the Ourghe region.
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United Press
Paris
France
Ourghe
Barr Bill In Senate Moves To Final Action
Springfield May 20 The Senate will again take up the Barr terminable permit bill to iron out rough spots and clear a path for the measure. The House continues trimming its crowded calendar and defeated Rep Charles Coins liquor for home use bill 63 54. Gipson’s libel notice bill passed. McCluggage sanitary district bill amended and sent to third reading. The Senate amended Curran’s appropriation to add 40000 for free employment bureaus in Galesburg Alton and Logan Square. Industrial affairs added amendments to Sneed’s electrical contractors bill and others approved by judiciary committee.
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United Press
Sprinfield
Senate
Charles Coin
House
Gipson
Stringer
McCluggage
Curran
Department of Labor
Galesburg
Alton
Logan Square
Chicago
Senate Industrial Affairs
Sneed
Furr to Speak on Radio Thursday Evening
P M Furr will address listeners on KYW Thursday between 7 30 and 8 00 p m Central Standard Time. The agriculture instructor at the high school will discuss vocational training in high schools and the Federal Board of Vocational Training’s work to promote it.
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KYW
P. M. Furr
Furr
Farr
Federal Board of Vocational Training
Big Reward Planned for Bank Robbers in DeKalb County
Banks in DeKalb County vote to offer a $1000 reward for bank robbers dead or alive. A protective committee to organize guards assigns equipment, targets, and training under Illinois Bankers' association guidelines, with funds raised by a bank asset tax.
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Floyd Crego
First National Bank
Robert F. McCormick
DeKalb Trust & Savings Bank
Illinois Bankers’ Association
National Rifle
Fbanks
Former DeKalb Woman Undergoes Goitre Surgery
Local friends report Mrs. John A. Robinson of Morgan Park Duluth underwent thyroid surgery several days ago. She is progressing as well as can be expected at this time. NAVARRE PEARLS offered at 33 percent discount for a limited sale. Prices from 5.50 to 35.00, lifetime guaranteed by manufacturers.
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DeKalb
Duluth
John A. Robinson
Morgan Park
Robinson
Navarre
E. A. Shetter
Jewerer
K.of C.bldg
Mulis Stock Sold Ahead of Friday Auction
The dry goods stock of the Mulis Brothers store has been sold to a Chicago concern and the sale will take effect this Friday. The store was closed two weeks ago after creditors’ demands could not be met and receivers took control. A large sale is planned next week to dispose of remaining stock. The two brothers have reportedly returned to Aurora.
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Mulis
Mulis Brothers
Chicago
Aurora
Garden Club of Much Interest Plans June Flower Exhibit
DeKalb Garden club met at the George Deane home to discuss the annual flower exhibit set for June 6 at the Innovation Grill room. Prizes will be offered, with a possible postponement if cool weather continues, and details will be announced soon. J L Johnson reported on a Florida trip highlighting southern flowers and noted a Banyan tree valued over 32000 with branches rooting as a live oak grows nearby. Miss L Eveline Merritt announced an upcoming trip by state art societies to promote interest in central points visited.
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DeKalb Garden Club
George Deane
North Second Street
Innovation Grill
J. L. Johnson
Florida
L. Eveline Merritt
Forest Fires Still Rage In North Woods
Wisconsin guardsmen are back on duty fighting fires in northern Wisconsin as several villages remain threatened. Fires that had seemed under control flared up overnight amid high winds, recalling recalled troops after smoldering days. Michigan reports its most serious spring fires affecting both peninsulas, with three buildings burned near Hardwood in Delta County and Atlanta village in danger.
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United Preas
Leona
Wis
Wisconsin
Michigan
State Department of Conservation
Hardwood
Delta County
Atlanta
Bomb Outrage Injures Five In Windy City
Five people were seriously hurt as two bombs exploded in Chicago on May 20 injuring residents above a bakery and a clothing store. Damage was about 4000 dollars and authorities noted warnings given to shopkeepers before the blasts.
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Windy City
united + cm
Chicago
Ill
Jacob Levinson
Levinson
Charles Hadzinsky
Free Tuberculosis Clinic Set for Somonauk
Residents in the county’s southern end may attend a free TB clinic tomorrow, run by the DeKalb County Tuberculosis Sanitarium at Somonauk. Dr J P Rice of Springbrook Sanitarium Aurora will conduct examinations. the service is free to all. Relatives or close contacts of TB patients are urged to attend.
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DeKalb County
Somonauk
J. P. Rice
Springbrook Sanitarium
Aurora
Pop Gunn Family Row Stirs Chronicle Readers
A quirky tale features Topnotcher Pop Gunn and his kin facing ongoing predicaments. The piece notes Pop’s concern for his daughter while trying to keep her clothed as the comic run unfolds in The Chronicle Newspaper.
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Pop Gunn
Ee Pop
Chronicle— A& Newspaper
Farewell for Scout Worker La Rue Baxter
The Congregational church Boy Scout troop held a farewell party for La Rue Baxter a state teacher college student who will soon return home to Venice Illinois Baxter contributed time and effort to organizing the troop Speakers Rev F M Webster J J Kingsley Bert Ravey Judge W L Pond and George Culver praised his work Highlighted were Scout movement goals and duties After the campus hike indoor games and a luncheon followed the program
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Boy Scouts
Congregational
la Rue Baxter
State Teacher College
Venice
Ilinois
Congregational Church
Boy ‘Scout Council
F.M. Webster
J. J. Kingsley
Bert Ravey
W. L. Pond
George Culver
Mr. Baxter
Bryan to Fight to Keep Old Time Isms in Presbyterian Church
William J. Bryan, prominent fundamentalist supporter, arrives in advance of Presbyterian general assembly. He meets with fundamentalists pushing to expel the New York presbytery for harboring modernist minister Harry Emerson Fosdick. Health of Dr. E L McElwan in Pittsburgh may nix his nomination for moderator. Charles R. Erdman of Princeton remains a constitutional conservative and a liberal candidate on doctrine.
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Tasted Press
As. O
William J. Bryan
General Assembly
Presbyterian Church
Bryan
New York
Pittsburg
E. L. McElwan
Charles R. Erdman
Princeton
N. J
Walton Picnic Postponed One Week for Outdoor League Meet
Walton residents are informed that the Izaak Walton League gathering in Annies Woods, scheduled for tomorrow, has been postponed to March 28. The meeting aims to promote outdoor life and resource preservation, clarifying the league covers more than fishing and hunting and invites all interested in outdoor activities to join.
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League
Machinery for Pump House Is Being Unloaded
Construction at the Illinois Power company plant proceeds as workmen unload a parcel of machinery recently delivered by flat car. The gear will be installed in the new pump house, with erection to follow promptly.
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Ilinois
Custer's Gardens
Popcorn Machine Position At Lin eon Inn
Wanted bright young man to run popcorn machine must be 16 years old at Lin eon Inn. Seeking a reliable helper for quick service duties from local youth, subject to employment rules and age verification.
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Lineon Inn
Roof Fire This Noon Damages Earl Home on North Second
A noon roof blaze at the W. G. Earle home on North Second street caused about 1200 in damage. Fire started by burning paper blown from the furnace through the chimney to the roof, igniting dry shingles. Neighbors aided, water and smoke damaged parts of the house, attic saved by rapid department response and use of two water streams and a chemical tank.
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W. G. Earle
North Second Street
Second Streets
Earle
Auxiliary Poppy Sale Supports Disabled Veterans in City
The American Legion Auxiliary will hold its annual Poppy sale this Saturday raising funds for ex service men in government hospitals. Poppies are crafted by veterans and sold through Auxiliary posts to residents, aiding rehabilitation across the nation.
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American Legion Auxiliary
American Legion
Auxiliary
United States
Two Men Taken for Questioning in Rail Killings
Two men named E Speroni and W E Erickson of Rock Falls were removed from a North Western passenger train in the early morning for questioning in the May 17 killing of Allan Shoemaker, a North Western special agent. They were later released after identification by responsible parties.
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Agat E. Speroni
W. E. Erickson
Rock Falls
Allan Shoemaker
North Western Railroad
Shoemaker
Missouri Valley
Unsettled weather with possible local storms east region
The forecast shows unsettled conditions with a chance of local thunderstorms in the east and south portions this afternoon or tonight. Thursday is expected to be fair.
Young Man of This City On a Sad Mission
Raymond Hotchkiss son of Clarence Hotchkiss accompanies the remains of L. L. Pelton to Cleveland Ohio after Pelton was killed in a motorcycle crash at the University of Illinois. Hotchkiss will return to Illinois today with the body and plans to attend the home of Pelton's parents.
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University of Illinois
Cleveland
Ohio
Raymond Hotchkiss
Clarence Hotchkiss
Hotchkiss
Cleve Hand
L. L. Pelton
University of Tinois
College of Electrical Engineering
Hunt City Search For White In Murder Case Probe
Scores of police searched Chicago loop for Robert A. White a key prosecution witness in the Shepherd germ murder case. Crowe said White was reportedly held in a local hotel by defense agents while the grand jury was convened to hear on disappearance.
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United Press
Chicago
Robert A. White
Shepherd “Germ
Robert E. Crowe
White
Locp
Crowe
Shepherd
Dr. C. C. Farman
Rma
Big Seven schedule meeting at Aurora to set year
Announcement lists a high school conference gathering Saturday morning in Aurora to draft schedules and attend to other business. DeKalb high school participates. Friday features extemporaneous speaking and reading contests at West Aurora high school with DeKalb entered. Saturday hosts the commercial contest and the Big Seven jack and field meet.
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Aurora
DeKalb High School
West Aurora High School
DeKalb
Davis Case Is Nearly Ready for the Jurors
Topeka Kansas May 20 The fate of former Governor Jonathan M Davis accused of bribery in pardoning prisoners rests with the jury. All evidence was completed yesterday. Davis denied charges and called much testimony false. If found guilty he faces 1 to 12 years hard labor or imprisonment up to one year plus a 35000 fine. Maids Wanted Apply at Hotel DeKalb 140
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Whiten Press
Topeka
Kans
Jonathan M. Davis
Davis
Free cooking school for women next week by Corp Products Refining
The Chronicle will host a free cooking school for women next week, with expert instructor Miss Velma Shumard from Corp Products Refining. Each day covers different topics from diet and menu planning to quick breads and cakes, with free recipes and question time for housewives.
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Chronicle
Corp Products Refining Company
Velma Shamard
Misa ‘Shumard
Ontario Will Become Mecca for Dry Yanks
Ontario opens beer sales under new law with thousands of American visitors crossing by boat and bridge. Signs welcome visitors from Ottawa to Windsor as clerks handle a storm of permit applications despite snow. Notice: DeKalb Woman's Club accounts close May 30, 1925. all bills to secretary.
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Ry Cancarress
Toronto
Ont
Ontario
Ottawa
Windsor
DeKalb Woman’s Club
Blanche A. Hotchkiss
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