Plans to Revive DeKalb Relief Council
Campaign workers begin the final push as the greatest week unfolds with a grand piano prize within reach. Pearls won by a narrow margin highlight the tight race and key support from local residents.
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Newspaper
Dekalb Daily Chronicle
Location
Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1925
Page
1
Campaign workers begin the final push as the greatest week unfolds with a grand piano prize within reach. Pearls won by a narrow margin highlight the tight race and key support from local residents.
The campaign announces Delbert Stonesifer and Miss District No 2 winning weekly subcription prizes. A grand Wurlitzer Grand and a Nash Sedan await the top collector as two weeks remain. Judges say winners gain by urgent outreach and turning in old and new subscriptions. Grand prize decision on December 21.
The notice lists candidates and regular count details for an upcoming election. It names Vivian Ames Louise Murray Mrs S Johnson Glenn Peterson Evelyn Schultz Agnes Duffy Louise Mosher Ethel Hartman Myrtle Rissman Olgy Townsend Ostents Mary McCulen Evelyn Jacobson Flora Barden among others and notes the count will be completed during the evening with coupons included.
A readable roster shows residents and property owners in District No 3 outside the city including Monarter Maple Park DeKalb and Sycamore with household names and dollar amounts for assessed values. Notable names include Alvera Johnson Mrs Lee Devitt Helen Cronlund Richard Cook Eleanor Johnson Mrs E Swanson Mildred Prunbers Lucile Thompson Florence Ivan Mae Morrison Maude Drew Marian Benson Blanche Rich Hazel Rich Myrtle Anderson Ha Floto among others and assorted addresses in DeKalb Genoa Sycamore Kirkland Esmond Kalb and Clare.
In Still Hunt Lost Boat story from Weymouth England reporters note intensified efforts to locate the sunken submarine. British divers equipped with new gear plan to explore five nearby objects and determine if the vessel Twente lies beneath. Government parley and public interest rise as the rescue continues.
The DeKalb Woman's Chorus performs under Mrs Warner in a concert linked to the photoplay The Unholy Three. It marks the chorus's return after months of infrequent appearances and will be the final program directed by Mr. Warner.
Minister John Vo McMurray expressed strong optimism about the tariff conference progress involving China and Japan. He stated the Chinese, Japanese and American plans align and that the American scheme will guide the Chinese tariff desire with the Japanese plan incorporated. The notice mentions the Baptist Ladies Bar opening at 10 20 a.m. Wednesday with a dress and hot sale continuing this week at Big bar Wains East End Style Shop.
Noblesville two suspects were freed on bonds after arson charges. They are to face trial in Marion County court, with bond set at 210,000 each. The case involves a conspiracy linked to a church property fire and a related murder allegation.
The Hwollay Baptist Minister's State Conference met in This City, lasting four days with morning and evening services at Seedied Baptist Church. Rev Victor Nolin of Chicago spoke at the morning service to local attendees, while Swedish services in the afternoon featured Pedburs of Chicago and the Swedish Church choir. The Geneva welcome choir led the closing hymn as the conference concluded with hospitality from DeKalb residents.
The Legion plans its first monthly meeting in the city post room. Delegates discuss raising yearly dues with supporters citing solid reasons while opponents warn against overreach.
Dekel county members of the Forty and Eight society of the American Legion will meet tomorrow evening in the Vassar Swiss club rooms to appoint officers for the new year. Major H B past chief de Guere will officiate and a social hour will follow the session at eight o clock.
A Springfield paper reports debate over Lincoln’s tomb exhibits at Memorial Hall. Custodian Fay argues displays should expand rather than charge fees, praising public interest. Critics fear commercialization while supporters note rising attendance and a balance of solemnity and accessibility.
Washington November 16 The presidential boom of Gov Al Smith of New York was filed today as astounding efficiency by the Board of Temperance Prohibition and Public Morals of the MEB church in a message to the south. The board an official agency for the church denounced the harmony arc of Jimmy Walker mayor elect not New York City.
Delegates from 20 churches and civic groups met at the American Steel Welfare building to revive the DeKalb Relief Council and organize a seven member committee led by W. Boardman and E.K. to select five city members. The aim is to combine multiple annual drives into one broader campaign with funds set aside for charitable work and relief. The council reports a balance of 8 50. Balance reflects prior fundraising since 1921 with aid to transients, medical care, children, clothing, and other needy needs totaling several thousand dollars.
Varkins, accused of disturbing the peace, was arrested about eight o clock Saturday night after a fist encounter in front of the American Shine parlor in Grovk Nor. He was struck and knocked into the parlor window, allegedly by his brother in law William Wordan. Parkins reportedly drank and exchanged abusive remarks with Wordan. Wordan is said to have delivered the blow. Parkins allegedly struck first. Parkins is father to two children, the youngest born Friday night at St Marys hospital. It was expected Parkins would face the court today.
Secretary of Agriculture William J. Jar dime has accepted an invitation to address the Illinois Agricultural Association at the University of Illinois on January 21 and 22. The announcement was made by George A Fox, executive secretary of the association.
In a national cost of living survey by the National Conference Board Minneapolis and Indianapolis are in the below average cost group in the forties and fifties. Seattle ranks high in cost with second place in the survey. For sale pedigreed American Pit Bull Terrier pup call 48 evenings 7 30 to 8 30.
Norfolk reports 13 year old Asiens Sennett and 19 year old Sarah Cohen, missing from New York since Friday, found safe and in the care of Travelers Aid via U S destroyer Smith Thompson crew. They said they traveled from New York to Washington and Richmond before being picked up and sheltered.
A civics class from the county, led by Miss Hubbard, daughter of the County Superintendent, visited the county jail this afternoon. Sheriff E. E. Crawford explained the jail system and showed prisoners ranging from dope addicts to beer rangers and thieves.
In Rome on November 16 Premier Benito Mussolini described Italy as pleased with the debt negotiations and a full settlement with the United States. He praised the American Debt Commission, called himself iron, and hailed relations with the United States and Coolidge. The Italian cabinet also approved a bill to strengthen the premier’s powers, leaving him answerable only to the king and stiff penalties for assassinations or disloyal acts.
Automatic signals at First street and Lincoln Highway pass a crucial test amid heavy weekend traffic. City officials report no jams while motorists ignore Fourth street stop signs. DeKalb County Tuberculosis Association launches its annual fund drive selling seals to support patient care and county aid programs.
DeKalb County Boys Calf Club members will stage a calf demonstration in the city next Monday under club and county farm bureau supervision. Plans for public calf show details are incomplete but will be announced in ten days as members have prepared all summer amid growing local interest.
An inquest opened today into the death of Florencee Manley Hood, Birmingham society woman, who died in her Chicago apartment from poison. John A. Cashin, a noted bachelor and furniture company official, is jailed pending the inquest. Cashin and Mrs Hood registered at the hotel as Mr and Mrs Walter Hood.
Four people drown when a violent 80 mile per hour squall loosens three barges from a tow and drives them apart on the lake between Cleveland and Buffalo. The incident occurred Sunday night and was reported to authorities. Strong winds and rough seas hampered rescue efforts and details remain incomplete.
Shoppers flock to the East End Style Shop for a large dress and hat sale featuring discounted fashion items.
New York reports Peggy Joyce is returning from Paris amid gossip of her fourth marriage history. Dudley Fick Malone is said to prosecute Count Marner for nonsupport and desertion. The Atlantic City marriage of Percy and Count Morner in June 1924 is noted in coverage.
Durand Scion, ward of the Oneand family, will surrender to Sheriff Abtstrom tonight in Lake county to begin the sentence for taking part in the Madson White home robbery. He finished his appeal time yesterday after leading his SI team to a 0 defeat of Highwood and attended a luncheon hosted by Mrs. Durand. The socialite donned an apron to serve. CAMP MEETING special meeting tonight after sub ordinate Jody.
A fair sky is forecast tonight with rising temperatures by Tuesday. The outlook expects warmer daytime highs and comfortable evenings as the pattern shifts into the new week.
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