Carranza Remains Return to Mexico City Berth
A dingy train carried Venustiano Carranza’s body to Mexico City after his assassination. Diplomats, reporters, and mourning crowds witnessed the arrival as Carranza’s daughters prepared the funeral, with burial planned at Dolores cemetery. General Amador provided the account of the killing, noting Carranza was shot by dissident troops at four a.m. and died ten minutes later.
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Mexico City
Mexico
Venustiano Carranza
Vlad
Cerezime
Wix
Carran
Pueblo
Carranza
Julia
Virginia
Buri
Dolores
Cemetery of Sorrows
Marsaia
Barglando
Tonillas
Urquizo
Cabrera
Puebla
Mwo Oes
Carranzia
Amador
Vom
Herrarro
Soares to Speak Here at Memorial Day Exercises
Dr Theodore Soares famed Chicago divine returns for Memorial Day program at Normal school auditorium May 1 with Lincoln Gettysburg address reading by Willard Smith music by a DeKalb military pressed vocal quartet led by Vere Goodyear parade precedes event with civic and military groups invited Public figures include Mayor Frank Watley chaplain Rev EF Webster marshals George Gurler Hurry B Goodson J S Murray and Sgt Harry Olson all veterans of the world war
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Theodore Soares
Chicago
Dr Soares
Lincoln
Willad Smth
Normal School
DeKalb
Vere Goodyear
Township High School
American Legion
Frank Watley
EF. M. Webster
George Gurler
Grand Army
Jana
Hurry B. Goodson
J. S. Murray
Harry Olson
World War Veterans
New Trouble on Lincoln Highway Toward East
Residents along the Lincoln Highway between this city and Cortland face delays as road workers tear up DeKalb street edge to extend pavement to city limits. Rosa blocks traffic for miles, forcing detours for commuters south of the tracks until the Heyworth outfit completes and moves on.
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Cortland
Maple Park
DeKalb
There
Heyworth
Rockford Sends Team to Conference Track Meet
Rockford high school plans a track squad for the conference meet next Saturday. Competitors include Redin in sprints and distances, Hutchins in 50 and 100 yard dashes, Swenson in dashes and hurdles, Enright in high jump, Javelin, Agnew in 100 and 200 yard dashes, Countryman in ball and mile, Thompson in half mile, Ledeer and Crandall in high jump, Weisert in hurdles and javelin, Page in shot and javelin.
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Rockford High School
Redin
Ledeer
Page
Weisert
Crandall
Office staff arrive for Clark factory building
G. Clark moves quickly to vet on hand materials as the new factory building nears occupancy. Tod loaded with desks chairs and furnishings arrive while work progresses rapidly. The steam heating system installation nears completion as the building secures its functional backbone.
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G. Clark
Tod
Penrose Improves After Quiet Night Says Doctors
United Press reports Senator Boise Penrose of Philadelphia improved today as physicians announced a quiet night and better condition despite his heart trouble, with his home still in Philadelphia.
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Penrose
United Press
Philadelphia
Boise Penrose
Wilson Signs The Civil Service Measure
Washington May 24. Wilson signed the civil service retirement bill providing for retirement and pensioning of government employees. Chronicle Want Ad.
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Wilson
Civil Service
Vey Gane
Washington, D. C
Need More Men for Garden at Normal School
Captain Frank Balthia at the normal school laments a limited maintenance appropriation that leaves only two workers to tend the gardens. With staff stretched on lawns, his plans for modernizing the garden work must be postponed this year.
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Frank Balthia
Pressor
East and West Mills Lose to Waukegan Team at Game
The Amenean free arsenal game Saturday afternoon pitted East and West Mills against Waukegan. The local nine showed improvement and attendance was strong with workers from both mills taking interest. Waukegan's team proved faster, though East and West Mills stayed competitive for a inning.
Kid Ball Game Disturbs Neighborhood
Sunday afternoon baseball by neighborhood youths near One Eighth Street drew complaints from residents. Police sent Officer Derix after a brief dispute, and the game was broken up.
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One Eighth Street
Derix
Rumor Lake Has Been Seined Out
A rumor claims the lake has been depleted as fishermen harvest at night taking all the fish. Report notes many catches are small with no sizable fish observed, suggesting overfishing by early morning hours.
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Alhough Wae
Jake Po
Selners
Local College Golf Leads Intercollegiate Meet
In Peoria events last week local normal school entrants lacked impact except in golf. Garner and Hunt competed in golf while other sports faltered. Rain halted the intercollegiate tournament with golf carrying the hope. a future match will decide the championship with a gold medal prize for the winner and a larger loss for the runner-up.
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Peoria
Garner
Wheaton College
Cannon
Wheaton Catlege
Utes
Ehan
Forest
Ner
Hunt
Te Orne
John Dunn Improves From Illness at Home
Reports from John Dunn's home say the veteran plumber shows good progress in recovery from a recent illness. He has been confined to bed for a week but expects to be able to sit up soon. Weather outlook for Illinois remains unsettled with possible showers Tuesday and cooler temperatures in the north and central regions.
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John Dunn
Burt
Illinois
Hitchcock on the Stand in Wood Campaign Probe
Washington D C May 24 Senate sub committee hearing on campaign expenditures features Frank M Hitchcock campaign manager for Major General Leonard Wood. Hitchcock testifies about contributions and expenditures, naming sums from national headquarters and state campaigns, noting largest single allocation and questioning details of salaries and headquarters locations.
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United Press
Washington, D. C
Frank M. Hitchcock
Leonard Wood
Senate
Hitchock
Woeed
New Jersey
Sewene Sty
Dan
Te Sone
Sal Nothoas
New York
Ampaien
Reed
Hitebeark
Dupont
Wood
Delaware
Hitchcock
Chicare
Senanae Kenyon
Fittehcock
du Pont
Randolph Elersey
Wheeling
Woo VI
Angus Mooween
Morristown
Electric Line Relaying Track Between Le and Sycamore
The Pekalb Sycamore track company is repairing tracks between Le and Sycamore and by the Normal. Bricks were raised by car jolts and have been removed and will be regraded and relaid. Work will take time but the difference will be noticeable when finished.
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PeKalb Sycamore Trackon Company
le and
Sycamore
Company M Parade Drill Notice
Captain Balthisser of Company M calls for all members to attend drill at the Armory Tuesday evening. The unit is ordered out for Memorial Day parade and asks every man to be present at the session.
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Balthisser
Chronicle
Company M
Comepany
Toenniges Maintains Branch of Large School
The Chronicle reports that the Sherwood school of music connection with Prof EK J Swanson remains intact. The new appointment does not conflict with C F Toenniges big school arrangement and aims to aid the former branch teacher overwhelmed with work.
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Les
Inisap
Sherwood School of Music
EK. J. Swanson
C. F. Toenniges
Mr. Swanson
Pioneer Woman Mrs Loomis Dies in DeKalb Home
Mrs. Loomis, lifelong DeKalb resident and pioneer, died this morning at her South Fifth Street home after a stroke in May. Born February 15 1814 in Schenectady New York, she lived in Uhiesge then DeKalb, married Edward Loomis, was active in the Methodist church and local affairs, survived by children and grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Tuesday afternoon at the home with burial at Mallview Cemetery. no flowers requested.
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BW. Lewis
Loomis
Schenectady
N. Y
Uhiesge
DeKalb
Shi
Ime Praniehl
Mra
Limes
Delalb
Tee
Mallview
New Phase of Rail Problem Presented at Panel
An item from Chicago dated May 24 reports rail labor issues arising as railroad owners seek raises for workers amid a dispute over back pay and board authority. The piece notes a question about whether the board has power to address increases already in force before its appointment. The board offered no ruling.
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Chicago
Railray
Theaugh Blot
Whittier
Sorbestian
Opeosl
United States Railroad
ZNO
Whittler
Officials of Railroads Propose War Time Traffic Control
A three member committee of railroad, shipper, and movement representatives was named at a meeting here to reorganize wartime management and speed relief of railroad congestion. The plan aims for a direct cut in delays and coordinated action among railroads operating from the area.
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United Press
Thursay
Roof Job Finally Completed After Yearlong Delay
A lengthy wait of over twelve months for a roof repair ends as workers finish the project. Initial delays caused by weather and structural troubles pushed completion back, with crews tackling leaks and uneven surfaces. The job, once halted, resumed amid renewed effort by the team to restore the property.
Painting Work Progress Public Notice
Painting work is going ahead in good shape and will be finished before the end of the day. The task will keep the street yard clear while the crew applies primer and coats, including red, green, and other finishes. The project aims to prevent weather damage and maintain the street area during the operation.
Fishermen in large force work nearby waters
Fishermen of the vicinity were reported out in great force as Wisconsin fishing season opens. DeKalb men are expected to go to Whee on Sundays, with some catching good fish while others fish near nonlocal sites.
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Sera
Wisconsin
DeKalb
Dustin Farnum Leads Corsican Brothers Performance Run
Dustin Farnum appears in The Corsican Brothers by Alexander Dunis, with performances at 7 15 and 9 10. Adults priced 25e, children reduced. War tax applies. Special music by the Star orchestra.
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Alexander Dunis
Star Orchestra
New East Prussian Republic Reported Formed
A Far Eastern republic is claimed to be formed by Kraznoradan, formerly of the Russian Bolsheviks, with headquarters near Lake Baikal. The dispatch says it covers everything east of Tate Taikal and promises safety for foreigners and private property while calling for foreign troops withdrawal and cessation of Soviet activity.
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United Press
Shanghai
China
Kraznoradan
Siberia
Lake Baika
Repubtic
Tate Taikal
Attempt Upon Life of Maclay Hoyne
May 24 report describes an attempted murder of Maclay Hoyne by a likely mistaken identity. The attacker aimed at Hoyne while near his home, striking him in the head as investigators search for the perpetrator. Authorities suspect the assailant confused Hoyne with a relative or target.
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Maclay Hoyne
Tnitel Prossy
Oh Teith
Tomes
Mavlay Hoyne
Sein
Tates
Mranes
J. Moyne
Young Hoyne
Johnson May Not Get Oregon Returns
Oregon Republicans may not determine their presidential choice until official canvass. Early counts show Hiram Johnson leading Leonard Weed in the vote but results are incomplete and subject to final tally.
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Johnson
Oregon
Ing Tatted
Peortland
Ore
Aterica
Hiram Johnson
Leonard Weed
Lordsug
President Deschanel hurt after fall from train
Paris May 24 United Press reports President Paul Deschanel fell from a railroad car at Mont Carres on a trip to Mont Brison. He struck his face on the track while trying to open a door but doctors say he is not seriously injured.
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United Press
Paris
Fromter
Paul Deschanel
France
Mont Carges
Mont Brison
Railroads seek money raise to secure six percent return
The Interstate Commerce Commission heard rail executives argue for higher freight rates to guarantee a 6 percent return on property investments. Chitra Elliot cited a current 6 percent deficit, with total freight revenue at 3.65 billion and overall revenue of 5.25 billion. He noted future operating costs and wage hikes could push costs higher, while borrowing costs have risen to 7 percent.
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Ty United Press
Washington, D. C
Rilionad
Interstate Gunmerce Commission
Howard Eifel
Chitra Elliot
Eliott
Railiread
Woman in Room 13 at Princess Playhouse Tonight
Pauline rreanmek presents The Woman in Room 13 at Princess Playhouse with an all star cast. Special music by the Princess Trio. Performances at 7:30 and 9:30. Adults 28 cents with tax, children 15 cents including tax.
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Pauline Rreanmek Ang An
Princess Playhouse
Princess Trio
De Kalb Armory Sold To Vassar Swiss Underwear Firm
After weeks of negotiation De Kalb closes sale of the Armory building to the Vassar Swiss Underwear company. They will remodel the structure into a model factory with 260 sewing machines and capacity for about 13 000 garments weekly, adding a hospital room and rest area for workers, while militia quarters move to the Ronan building top floors.
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Armory
DeKalb
Pometpad
Vassar Swiss Underweer Company
Tilineis
Ronan
Peter Christianson
Dane
Glenn Reynolds
John Boyle
Roems
Ihix
Kennedy from Iowa visits hometown during drive
Local relatives greet Raymond Kennedy arriving from the east with a Ford fleet bound for Esterville Iowa. The Emmet County recorder of deeds race faces opposition but supporters of Kennedy believe he cannot be beaten. Primaries are set for June 7.
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Ray Kennedy
Detroit
Esterville
Iowa
Rockford
Raymond
Emmet County
Joliet Team Beats Steel Mills 19 to 0 in Rivalry Game
The Joliet squad, largely professional players with a pitcher who tried for the Cubs, trounced the East End West Works of American Set and Wire 19 to 0. Waukegan was defeated and Joliet’s strength looms for the season as home team vows to rebound in upcoming game.
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Steel Mills
East End West Works
American Set and Wire Company
Waukegan
North and South
Joliet
Cub
Express Folks Have A Picnic Near Kingston
The first picnic of the season drew many from the local express company office. Over twenty five attendees enjoyed games, dinner, and a show including cats. A mid summer picnic is planned, date to be announced.
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Express Company
Corey
Evans
Kingston
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East Prussia
Petarns
PMT TT
Vassar Swiss Company
Vassar
VirSwiss
Kennedy
Brewers Opera House
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Beaman
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Killian
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Talbot’s Insurance Agency
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