29 May 1930
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Newspaper
Dekalb Daily Chronicle
Location
Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1930
Page
1
The Ilehamwood cow, a Holstein named Production, won the ring at the Hatter Show with a near 28,000 pounds milk record and 2,860 pounds of butterfat. Her sire line and progeny performed strongly, with relatives on test and strong indications of high production, as her show success highlighted a notable dairy lineage from the Ilehamwood herd.
Pace 10 report notes no major delays to the Oak Street paving from Fourth to Tenth avenues. Minor changes were adjusted, with ironed details, and the street is slated for concrete paving. The city attorney outlined steps for ordinance handling and upcoming committee meetings.
The Chicago paper tallies census returns for Chicaro area townships, listing Toone 15,069 a percentage decrease Lasalle 88,177 increase Tae 32,300 increase Ogle 28,109 increase Art White side 29,117 increase. The publication notes the figures are preliminary and that coin reports for other townships are not yet released.
A horse was killed and two occupants, Ben Arnold and Smith Wend, injured in a collision on the pavement near St Charles state bowl at about 10 o'clock last night. A new Thunderbird sedan struck the horse, causing the car to crash into patrol cars. They were brought to St Charles hospital with serious injuries. additional details said to be limited.
The American Legion hosts a service at the Larphila avenue bridge at 10 o clock with K evin Cheers leading a procession and a program of songs and poems. Notable contributors include Maude Srehulwar, Charles Leutbecker, Marian Katebrenk, Elisabeth Menran, and George Culver. The event honors Civil War and Spanish American War dead with readings, verses, and a silent tribute to fallen sailors.
Census figures released show Morris city population up sharply in the ten years ending 1951. The count stands at 5,903, compared with 4,512 in 1920, marking a notable growth for the town and reflecting postwar expansion.
Nine widows of Civil War soldiers remain on government pensions though the war ended over 114 years ago. Twelve months on, pension rolls show surviving Mex War, Indian War, and Civil War veterans. only two Civil War era generals are alive, Brig Gen J Wareren Kiefer of Springfield and Adelbert Ames.
The Graf Zeppelin, crossing the South American coast, headed toward Havana and Lakehurst. Reports placed it about 1,200 miles from Teresina and 80 miles north of the equator, with crowds cheering in Brazil. U.S. authorities barred civilian planes from approaching within 1,000 feet as the airship, en route from Pernambuco to Havana, neared U.S. shores.
Report describes a steady stream of federal prisoners being moved to Sycamore county jail, with two new arrivals this week and expectations of more. Mentions past highs of 90 to 100 prisoners and a record of 62 under former sheriff Edwin Crawford, noting changes after Cook County developments and the jail’s capacity.
Dennis J. Collins Republican state representative will deliver the principal address at the memorial service at Charter Oak cemetery near Kirkland on Sunday. The annual community event is expected to draw hundreds with musical tributes and instrumental pieces as part of the program.
The State Teachers College in DeKalb presents its annual graduating class play on Tuesday June 3 titled My Advice a lively American comedy. The event marks Professor Lyon’s last college production before leaving for Eureka and features many local DeKalb youths including Francis Ryan Willard Wirtz Marcus Hobbes Alice Tenniges John Condtoline Lloyd Newcomer Miss Mary Atkinson and Miss Edna Boomer. The cast delivers sharp satire and rapid humor with characters such as a love struck teen the mother the stage star the flapper vamp and a jokey oil salesman.
Illinois forecast calls for generally fair skies tonight and tomorrow with continued cool temperatures. A light frost is expected in the extreme north portion tonight.
Bulletin reports K Cook died suddenly this morning of heart failure while living south of Maple Park. A DeKalb resident aged 71, he worked in city regulations in the northwest part of the Re district. He is survived by two sons and his daughter Mrs Lyon, with funeral planned likely for Saturday afternoon in DeKalb.
The Senate agreed to vote at 3 00 p m next Monday on Senator Connallys motion to override President Hoovers veto of the bill raising pensions for Spanish American War veterans.
Springfield May 29 Refusing to obey a federal summons in the Fleischmann Yeast Company conspiracy case the company officials contend the document was improperly served on the wrong person The government indictment targets the firm and forty three individuals and a trial delay to September is anticipated due to the procedural challenge The motion asserts the named individual has no corporate link and that service should have been on William H Utley under Illinois corporation laws
In Chicago on May 29 gunmen used a golf bag to camouflage a shotgun as they killed a man in a dark north side alley. Sam Hunt, linked to the Capone liquor syndicate, was captured after guards pulled him from a fleeing car. another suspect remains at large as investigators pieced together the violent drive-by.
Joe Kerwin suffered a broken wrist and broken nose during a family quarrel at his home 615 North Fourteenth Street. Police investigated and learned he was intoxicated and injured in the melee, not from being hit by a car at State and Seventh streets. He was taken to St. Mary hospital and later released.
A week of commencement events unfolds at the State Teachers College with a music night last evening and a full schedule through next week. Graduates attend a faculty tea, sophomore play, and final diploma ceremonies, as Rev John Timothy Stone of Chicago is set to address the grads at baccalaureate services Sunday evening.
Dekalb residents prepare for Memorial Day with graves decorated by the Woman's Relief Corps American Legion Auxiliary and the American Legion. The American Legion firing squad will salute at cemeteries with volleys and taps under Albert Hubbard. A 1:00 PM parade precedes a 2:20 PM theatre program at the DeKalb Egyptian Theatre featuring school children and local bands. Veterans from the Spanish American and World War eras will march.
Mrs. Carter H L Marrison society leader and wife of Cla's former winger compares drinking liquor to a cup of coffee. She joined the women's organization for national prohibition reform and says two cups of strong coffee daily prove health, while personal privilege applies to prohibition.
A flag exhibit at Illinois Northern Utilities Company draws unusually large crowds. Displayed are flags of the United States from the Revolutionary era to today, including Betsy Ross and Pine Tree flags.
State Welfare Department says fire hazards in welfare properties are being eliminated as funds allow. The Soldiers and Sailors Orphans Home at Quincy lacks sprinkler protection, with no immediate action despite ten years of recommendations. Legislatures will be asked for funds at the next session to improve facilities and safety.
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