State Sues to Recover Five Million for Gravel Condemnation
Ozle county moves under a new law to condemn gravel deposits for the state aid road program. A large gravel supply is found in the county, with compensation set at 10 cents per cubic foot, and pits will be acquired by negotiation or condemnation to supply roads next year. Equipment purchases include army trucks, a large grader, tractors, and patrol scrapers to haul and lay gravel on main-traveled roads.
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Sycamore
Ozle County
Relaying South Fourth Street Paves Ahead This Evening
Contractor Jakks is expected to finish relaying the South Fourth street pavement tonight from the cement end northward. The job includes removing badly placed bricks, smoothing the sand cushion, and re laying bricks for a smooth road able to handle traffic until the next replacement. Lincolnway Restaurant advertises a 59 cent chicken dinner.
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Jakks
South Fourth Street
Prohibition Drive Signals Rally and Dance Event
The Anti Saloon League presses the prohibition cause urging compliance with the 18th amendment and enforcement by officials. A January 8 1922 county rally with league speakers is announced along with a Masquerade dance at Finnish Hall on State Street on November 26th.
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Anti Saloon League
Landis
Finnish Hall
State Street
Ex-Service Men of Legion Plan Church Attendance
Members of the An ne group are preparing for the 10 o'clock service at St Catholic church. Rev J A Solon praised the Legion for the support and extended an invitation for members to attend. Commander Goodison announced the plan and led the procession of attendees.
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Legion
St . Catholic Church
J. A. Solon
Goodison
Renewed Hope for Safety of Sea Eagle Crew
Astoria Nov 26 Renewed hope for the safety of nine crew members of the Sea Eagle after Coast Guard patrols failed to find lifeboat timber in wreckage cast up from the vessel off Oregon coast Captain Wicklund of Port Adams station said it remains possible the crew boarded the schooner Eocla seen in tow off Coos Bay.
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Presse
Astoria
Ore
Tg Seazie
Oreron
B.S. Wicklund
Port Adams Hie
Captain Cove
Eocla
Coon
Axel Carlson Writes Letter from Berlin
Axel Carlson reports from Berlin describing his experiences in Germany. He notes paying 124 percent of American money for suit cleaning and pressing, a nickel for a shave with two cents change, and mentions strikes in larger cities being handled successfully.
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Axel Carlson
Berlin
Carlson
Fate of Emerald Isle hinges on conference talks
United Press from London reports Ireland’s fate to be decided today. Sir James Craig and Ulster leaders meet in Belfast while the Dail cabinet discusses Lloyd George proposals in Dublin. The talks form a basis for further conference.
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Ty United Press
London
England
Ireland
James Craig
Ulster
Belfast
Dail
Dublin
Lloyd George
Big lawyer Del Cary Smith to speak in DeKalb gathering
Spokane based attorney Del Cary Smith will headline a December 2 event at Odd Fellows hall under the Fraternal Order of Eagles. The talk, hosted by DeKalb Aerie, aims to promote Eagles ideals and community service, followed by a dance with free admission. The program includes a musical segment and Smith, hailed as a top platform speaker, will explain the Eagles origin in Seattle and its national civic work.
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del Cary Smith
Spokane
Wasa
DeKalb Aerie
Odd Fellows Hall
Smith
Organization Board of the Eagles
Ettles Organization
Seattle
Order
Ettles United
Stith
Mr. Smith
del Cavy Smith
Eagles
DeKalb
Washington and Berlin Seek Sides on War Arm Talks
Washington reports indicate the United States plans to consult Congress on the forthcoming arms conference. Germany seeks to influence the agenda while stressing reparations and production questions. The German government signals readiness to discuss economic terms and postwar payments as talks approach.
Youth Campaign to Win Chums at Church Event
A church youth program titled Win My Chim runs next week with a social reception and a schedule of nightly devotionals. Leaders include Whittinker on The Call, Bill on Eagle Way, Theron W on Why I Should Follow, and Dr Evans on A Surrendered and Victorious Life.
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Myworth Levene
Air
Whittinker
Lopic
Charles Bill
Eagle
Way
Dee. L
Theron W Topie
Dee. d
Dr. Evans
Vapic
Mr Wirta
Tonic
Ren
Youthful prisoner held in Michigan for boy murder
In United Prev Bay City Michigan on November 26 13 year old Barney Waselisky was held as a suspect in the killing of 12 year old Joe Merconolski. Police say Waselisky initially confessed to firing a high powered rifle after a quarrel but later denied knowledge of the crime.
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United Prev Bay City
Mich
Barney Waselisky
Joe Merconolski
Aymite
Joe
Hiter
Car of Fleet on Great Western Tracks
Our car is here. T price is $1.90 at the car. We'll have a man there all day Monday at your winter's supply. It's a bargain, J. B. Lindstrom & Co. Phone 125. 303 AMERICAN LEGION Meet at Legion Hall tomorrow morning 0 to attend service at Saint Mary's church. Goodison, Commander.
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Leonard Wood
America
Admiral Sims
London Times
Thas School
DeKalb County
Pulpi
Nous
J. B. Lindstrom & Co
American Legion
Legion Hall
Saint Mary's Church
Goodison
Plumber Thompson Rises in Hospital After Wounds
H. E. Thompson, injured weeks ago by a rifle bullet, is improving steadily. He sat up in bed for the first time Wednesday, after days of antispasmodics and careful care. Doctors report progress as he rests and regains strength following surgery.
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H. E. Thompson
Miele
Thompson
DeKalb High Alumni Honored by Yale Scholarship Rank
Edwin Kanworth of DeKalb High School is named among Yale’s top scholastic performers this year. The report praises his rapid rise from DeKalb to Yale, noting he entered Yale directly from high school and stands as one of the 12 finest students in his class for 1824.
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Edwin Kanworth
Yale University
Rilwin
Vie
Ola
Gowen
Lig University
Edwin
Yale
DeKalb High School
Mers to Speak at Kiwanis Gathers Farmers Topics
Mers will be guests for the Kiwanis club with Menway and Evers expected in attendance. A farmer guest will speak on farming issues, touching on market prices and potential recovery to dollar levels.
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Menway
Kiwanis Club
Evers
Herry
Stock Club Planned to Benefit Farmers and Youth
A Kalb county meeting, planned for Wednesday night at the SNis club, aims to unite fathers and sons through a stock club. The program proposes breeders supply bred gilts for boys to choose, with sales and a future DeKalb county stock show and picnic. Breeders promise 20 to 100 dollars for high quality stock, and supervision will guide youths toward responsibility. The county-wide effort continues with other clubs on November 20 1921. Weather in Illinois expected to remain mild with rain tonight and Sunday.
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Kalb
Snis Club
DeKalb
Bio Club
Suits in Equity To Recover Money From State Treasury
Five state treasurers are named as defendants in equity suits alleging large sums were improperly taken from the state treasury. The actions seek recovery of funds and detailed charges outline alleged financial improprieties across state accounts.
Grave Charge Against Them
Attorney General Edward J. Brundage filed six suits in equity against five former state treasurers charging unaccounted interest on state funds amounting to about 5 million dollars. Suits target Sterling, Small, Ryan Jr., Mitchell, Russell and bondsmen, with actions in Sangamon and Cook counties. Allegations include misused public money, removal of records, and unitemized interest, with figures on balances and profits cited throughout.
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United Press
Springfield
Edward J. Brundage
Treasuers
Sangamon County
Cook County
Fred E. Sterling
Len Small
William Ryan Jr
Edward Mitchell
Andrew Russel
Russel
Sterling
Smail
Mitchell
Ryan
Sen- Ee
Merle Curtis
Treasur
Curtis
Grant Park Bank
Armour & Co
Swift
Stier
Dunlap Russel & Co
Jacksonville
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Washinginn
Snell
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