17 Nov 1920
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Newspaper
Dekalb Daily Chronicle
Location
Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1920
Page
1
An unclear OCR fragment mentions a mournful baby son and multiple garbled phrases. The readable names and context suggest a local obituary or family notice, though specifics are heavily distorted. The record preserves the core event of a baby’s death within a family notice.
An unreadable OCR fragment references a DeKalb girl, a basketball game with threes, and mentions Barton Hockinsmaw and Chiefs. Details are unclear. the piece appears to be a brief local sports note with names and a scoreline missing.
Reports indicate 6000 progress is being made on Sycamore Road with work concentrated on the lane surfaces. Commissioner Fuller oversees the project as crews clear the route and brace for remaining tasks, while residents note ongoing barricades and heavy traffic as work continues.
A local girl, Lerrice Bates, cashier of Americes Express Company, is confined at home on West Lincoln Highway. She is believed to be suffering from a health issue and will remain confined for some time.
In Chicago on January 17, Baker, head of the U.S. bureau of markets, urged farmers to halt panic selling as cattle prices fell to recent two year lows. He warned that selling overweight stock and delaying market stability would further depress prices. producers argued future price uncertainty and better prices with delayed sales.
Swede turkey reappears in local markets after years of wartime scarcity. Prewar byproducts like unappetizing fish sticks—soaked and prepared—gain popularity among Scandinavians. Delays in stock shipments during war left this winter favorite scarce, but buyers hope for prewar prices as availability increases.
A Franklin price list letter to printers argues against immediate price cuts across major industries. It notes no broad pressure to reduce costs, warns that fake bargain sales skew perception, and cites persistent material and labor costs. It adds paper supply issues offer little relief, while wage scales and demand for goods forecast only possible increases.
Workmen advance at the Omters hospital by reaching the second floor. Weather affects bricklaying but interior construction continues. Project aims to finish enough to cover winter work, allowing continued progress during cold months.
American commission in Ireland began hearings on the Irish question with witnesses who recently traveled to Ireland and those with firsthand knowledge of Sinn Fein activities. Among early speakers are Mrs Muriel MacSweeney, widow of the interred mayor of Cork, plus other Irish local figures and personal acquaintances.
Springfield dispatch reports Acting Governor Oglesby refused a pardon or commute for the man sentenced to death after recommendations by the pardon and paroles board. The case involves a man linked to an arson and murder incident, with controversy over legal mercy and ongoing appeals.
A sordid pair confessed to taking actress Mary Rhodes of Altoona and Lilian Thompson of Bessen on a drunken joy ride. The women died from alcohol and exposure after being dumped at Grant Park. Police arrested two men and held them as details emerged from a mysterious case once thought to involve homicide.
President Wilson, in two messages to Paul Hymars, head of the assembly, expressed hope the body would prove valuable to the civilized world. He said he was proud to help promote the league and its instrumentality, and extended friendly regards if the assembly would receive them with confidence in its world significance.
Mrs Clara P Newth, sister of Mrs W G Earle, died recently in Utica NY. The news shocked Mrs Earle who lived here with her husband years ago. She was about 16 and will be unable to attend future services. Friends express sympathy in the bereavement.
The text reports a Soviet invasion of Manchuria with claims of troops advancing and occupying cities, and the severing of private property by Soviet forces. The wording is damaged, but references a Bolshevik advance and occupation in the region.
Merchants describe new window display arriving late after six week delays caused by tempering issues. Despite missing the window the two shops continued operations and anticipate doubling business once the display is in place. Marie Gross and Rich Underdent were seen with Miss Gross’s mother yesterday.
Five sailors were reportedly afloat when a navy oil barge broke from the tug Pennock during a gale. The barge came ashore at Garnet Beach near Plymouth, but coast guards found no crew aboard and naval officials stated the five men aboard report was erroneous.
The Apollo piano factory plans a concert on the 23rd to benefit local Boy Scouts. All expenses covered by the company and ticket proceeds go to the scouts for uniforms and clubroom furnishings. The program includes Barb City Quartette and a grand opera singer, at Vassar Swiss ballroom, expected crowded. Police investigate an attack on a Rock Island train on the same track amid arresting tensions.
An official announced that only one quarter of the outstanding liquor permits will be renewed on December 1. Permits held by pharmacists doctors manufacturers and hospitals have been used unlawfully. about 7.08 permits exist. Three quarters have been used for unlawful purposes and will not be renewed.
Civilians in danger near Constantinople as reprisals loom if harm comes to noncombatants. Military evacuation of the Crimea perimeter was completed today with troops arriving from Sebastopol. The overcrowded city faces risk of starvation and disease, especially those unable to pay for aid.
Nov 17 reports from Annapolis Maryland describe a tense atmosphere as hazing probes threaten expulsion of upperclassmen. Samuel T Baker, a former midshipman from Seattle, claims officials ignored evidence and challenged Secretary Daniels to disprove his allegations while Rear Admiral Scales and Daniels vowed to curb hazing and possibly close the academy if needed.
At Unierd Press Chicago on November 17, immunity is given to Eddie Cicotte a White Sox pitcher who confessed he accepted 16.08 to help fix the 1919 World Series against the Cincinnati Reds. Cicotte’s confession.
Five of sixteen trapped miners were recovered as rescue crews from Wes Kesteckr Coal arrived at the Armeld mine near Brae Ville. Efforts to reach the others continued, but initial attempts failed and rescuers faced hazardous conditions.
Construction on the new building is advancing rapidly with walls near completion. Delays in earlier stages slowed progress, but recent shipments and improved access have sped the project. The masonry has been completed and the site anticipates finishing in the latter part of the month.
San Francisco district attorney Brady stated that a new trial could be ordered if the court grants relief for the defendant. The remark ties to the preparedness day parade bombing case and the possibility of retrial in the State pen.
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