02 Oct 1920
Page 1
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 36 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Dekalb Daily Chronicle
Location
Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1920
Page
1
The report chronicles a complex, fragmented game where Red Sea team edges Russia in a high tension match seen through a garbled OCR lens. Key players and exact scores remain obscured, but the outcome favors the Red Sea lineup despite chaotic text and unclear scoring.
Road work in Wheaton creates heavy traffic and delays for residents and commuters. City crews, contractors, and local officials are coordinating detours and safety measures to ease congestion while continuing essential infrastructure upgrades.
Fragmented OCR text indicates a local sports item about Aurora Bunch and a city team set to play tomorrow. Names appear garbled but suggest a community game with Seeders, Kerrhe, and a women worker reference unclear.
Fragmentary readable text notes delays in construction. References to ongoing work, material shipments, and limited progress suggest slow execution and scheduling issues affecting the building’s stages. Local entities or dates are not clearly identifiable in the fragment.
A coal wagon was struck by a car near Blertre Park as it was being moved. Two wheels appeared skewed. the driver was uninjured. The wagon sustained damage and the cart continued its trip after repairs.
Secret service agents pursued a nationwide alert after a plot by alleged perpetrators tied to bomb threats. Authorities traced connections to New York and other locations, with 10 persons identified in the investigation as potential ring leaders.
A recruit near Sandheim and Sycamore Ives is signed for the army. He will train at Sheridan, take a course of study, and a select group will proceed to Camp Lewis on Monday to begin their army careers. Ernest and Albert Blake are also mentioned as moving forward with the program.
The British cabinet gave formal approval to Irish affairs under Chief Secretary Crewe and General Macready. A letter to the Daily News by General Tudor of the Royal Irish Constabulary cites reprisals against Sinn Fein killings. Alfred Smith says he resigned from the "pieeh vad fark" amid appalling discipline, while Arthur Griffiths leads Sinn Fein and claims widespread threats.
City council sets its regular session for Tuesday with Aldermen Ammons leading a discussion on proposed changes to the pork ordinance. Officials indicate debates will focus on new charges and the measure’s framing before any final action.
Local readers watch as Tac School Fleven begins its season with a home game amid anticipation. Fans traveled to support the team despite early concerns about performance after minor injuries and a recent test on the field.
Specials tonight at seven twenty two feature Ethel Clayton in The Ladder of Lies and Al St. John in Fatty Arbuckle style comedies. The program includes The Ladder of Lies and Cleaning Up. Performances begin promptly at 7:20 PM.
Detective Haymond Iechell was asked by Attorney Clyne to explain today how profits of 100 percent were paid on loans. The inquiry follows complaints that some investors did not share profits from original investments in a Bietch etla trisine fiaire context.
In Maines Iowa on October 2 police fatally wounded Art Sandy and critically wounded an accomplice as they allegedly attempted to rob a gasoline station. The men ran fleeing down the street as officers fired shotguns, prompting a further exchange of gunfire.
Workmen repainted the North Western railroad crossing gates at Fourth Street this morning restoring visibility for motorists both day and night. The maintenance prevents hazards from worn paint on signals and ensures safer crossings. Ed Conlin Inc. notes a mill close for repairs October 5 and 6 for grinding.
In Detroit authorities disclosed recovery of about $70,000 in securities from the $125,000 heat stolen from the First National Bank of Pinleyville. F. Boyer, cashier of the Finleyville Bank, cooperates with police. recovery of $5,000 more expected soon.
Prohibition officials in Chicago seize 130 barrels of liquor from the Victor Cohen tobacco warehouse. Cohen failed to comply with permit regulations, rendering the liquor unfit for overage use. The confiscated liquor was valued at 180600 dollars.
Cleveland Oct 2 The Maibohm Motor Company builders of the Mahbohm today show a need for all operators to adopt price reductions on their clo Bed care and related items amid a broad slide in auto costs.
Murray Crane a Republican leader and former United States senator died at his home in Dalton Massachusetts after a period of poor health. Born April 23, 1855 he served as Massachusetts lieutenant governor and governor and two terms in the Senate. He was active in the Republican national committee from 1892 to 1916 and attended multiple national conventions as a delegate at large.
Local businessmen form committee to fund and stage a commemorative opening of the Lincoln Highway west of DeKalb. A planning meeting will be held at Snyder's Smoke Shop Monday at nine to canvass for funds and organize concerts dancing and speakers for the event expected to draw countywide attendance.
Washington reports steps by the state department toward stricter actions on Japanese immigration and land ownership as Ambassador Shi n's protests influence policy. The Gentlemen's Agreement is seen as unsatisfactory, with no concrete plans announced. A separate notice postpones a furniture sale by Mrs. Susan McDermott.
Bulletin Bluffs October 2 Lieutenant Junior Grade Sinder Catlett was killed when a naval hydroplane from the Great Lakes Naval Training Station plunged into Lake Michigan and sank. The Chicago pilot was aboard the plane at the time of the accident.
Joe Greens vaudeville colored team cannot play here on the 10th and recommends the Winnipeg Giants as a replacement. The Giants are said to be as fast as the Joe Green nine. Local fans are disappointed but reassured by the Giants strong recommendation. All future games will start at 2 30 instead of 5 245.
Joe Quinn narrowly escaped injury when a Sturdevant and Secora truck struck his bicycle on Locust Street near Third Street. He was thrown to the pavement but avoided contact with the wheel as the truck passed over it. He suffered only minor bruises and no blame has been assigned.
A powerful typhoon swept Tokyo and the Yokohama harbor yesterday causing at least fifty four deaths. The disaster affected port areas and left many missing or injured as rescue operations continued. Names and precise figures remained incomplete.
Eddie Lyons and Lee Moran adapt Everything But the Truth in a first comedy feature at the Star theatre. Thru the Keyhole offers further laughs in the two part Sunshine comedies. Performances continue after 7 15. Adults 25c plus war tax total 28. Children 5c plus war tax total 7.
Indianapolis Oct 2 The Indiana cost and food commission winds up its coal case review. It has gathered data from the coal field and will issue a state coal price list early this week to fix fuel prices for operators jobbers and retailers.
Galveston Texas October 2 a five story fire broke out today in the Sisal warehouse of the Cotton Concentration Company on Pier 41. The blaze still raged as firefighters fought to control it. The Cotton Concentration Company suffered heavy losses earlier this week in a fire along the water front causing about 2.5 million dollars in property damage.
Co B. Broughton and his wife daughter and two Water man friends departed early this morning for the Dells. They plan to spend the weekend away from home in the northern states.
West Jefferson Ohio crowd reached Wilson's Grove for a big farmer’s picnic where Warren G Harding spoke. He urged improving rural education and immigrant adult education to curb radicalism and called for cheaper food distribution while protecting legitimate middlemen and eliminating profiteering.
The Talbot real estate afee reports several deals in the past days of great interest to DeKalb residents. Frederick Vowels of Belvidere purchased the Goodyear home at Oaklands and will take possession immediately. Ella Goodyear will move to DeKalb for the winter. Rodney Writh bought the lot next to the Rankin home on Locust street and plans to begin building soon.
Chicago authorities announce murder charges against flat owners whose failure to provide heat causes deaths. City health commissioner Dr John Gill Robertson cites 160 heat complaints during the first winter wave, signaling probe and possible prosecutions that could follow a fatal result.
A federal grand jury indicted the David Rutter Cost Company of Chicago charging profiteering on coal. The government says the firm made profits from $1 to $5.50 per loaded ton of coal.
Springfield reports Lieutenant Governor Oglesby asked the Cook county court to suspend the official tally of the recent primary until a canvass for errors and fraud is completed.
District Attorney Lewis said he asked Chicago officials for evidence supporting claims six games were fixed and a gambling clique planned to influence the 1920 World Series. He found no proof Brooklyn players were approached and calls the probe a seed for baseball reform.
Report says Moonshine whiskey likely caused a man to stagger and collapse late at night in the eastern city area. police searched quickly but found no trace. The incident comes as reports of intoxication rise despite dry laws.
The Gardeners Club will gather at 7:30 PM at the E. P. Ellwood home on Monday evening. An earlier notice in last night’s paper gave 7:00 PM by mistake. the correct time is 7:30. Chronicle want ads bring results.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.