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Dekalb Daily Chronicle

Location

Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Oct 05, 1920

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Cleveland Indians Edge Robins in 1920 World Series Opener

Ebbetts Field Brooklyn October 5 Cleveland defeated Brooklyn 3 to 1 in the opening game of the 1920 World Series. Pitcher Coveleskie held the Robins to scattered hits while Burns drove in runs and Wood and Sewell contributed. Marquard matched him for Brooklyn, but a second-inning error and timely hits gave Cleveland the edge as Ebbetts Field buzzed with autumn wind and photography.

Vested Press Ebbetts Field Brooklyn Cleveland Indians Camatte Burns Marquard Sewell O'Neill Ebbetts Robins Seidin Robetts Brostirm XL Cleveland Indirs Brookisn Eobims Thic Speaker Cray Om Chapman Robinson Johnston Brothers Dee Kimmy Rube Marquard Robby Grimes Evans Gison Olson Wood Johnston Griffith Coyeleskie Borns Gardner Kenetchy

Socialist Speaker Planned Here Thursday

Local Socialist group schedules a Thursday address at the community venue. The meeting aims to discuss party goals, worker rights, and upcoming campaigns with a focus on local issues and public involvement.

O Coal Arrives Here Amid Sparse Local Detail

Ongoing notices reference coal arriving at a local site with scattered fragments and unclear specifics. The text mentions Cory Hetle of the bee and routines around deliveries and dates.

Poles Beat Back Foes In World War II Update

In a chaotic wartime dispatch, reports describe Polish forces repelling enemy advances near Lewes and Decland amid aerial bombardment. The narrative, though fragmented, notes Fortified lines, enemy bombardment, and Allied resistance with mentions of specific dates and locations.

Local Legion Officers Elected At Meeting

Officers for a local legion will be elected at a recent meeting. The acting commander Rae Wade Wade resigned recently and the group plans to appoint a new commander for the upcoming term. Veterans and members discussed the succession and ongoing duties during the session.

Reverend Evans Returns to Local Church

Fragmented OCR notes report Reverend Evans being reassigned to a Kalb area church after attendance at a conference. Details are garbled but indicate his arrival and appointment to serve in the city, with mentions of Maple Park and a party or committee.

Evans Brane Ecktord Perit LeKalb Speers Sane Fae

Playground Equipment Installed in City Park

New playground equipment including swings slides and a slide has been installed in the city area. Children have been enjoying the setup during a three day test run with no injuries reported. Officials note more items are arriving and will be tested promptly when installed.

Pine Dog Killed by Motor Vehicle in Syracuse

A pet dog was struck and killed by a car on Syramere Road near the GPA home. Neighbors heard the thud and police were alerted. The dog, described as very fine, had a broken back and was found dead at the scene. The owner will likely be distressed by the loss.

Gpa Syramere Road Io Beer

Free Germans Prom Pedarai Prison Today

Leavenworth Kansas report says former German consul general Jan Proneiow and Eckert MH Von Belack, ex vice consort cameral, are to be paroled within days. Warden A V Anderson confirms word parole is on the way. Bowpant and aides found guilty by trial 2917 of violating United States potency laws.

Leavenworth Kas Kemp Geran Jan Proneiow Eckert von Belack Washington A.V Anderson United States

Loy Scouts to Pave Regular Meet Tonight

The L Beets plan a regular meeting at 8:00 p m in Jarboe's Hall Rawworth garage Augusta avenue. examinations for second and first class will be held. drill work to be performed. election of Commander to fill vacancy.

LOY Moenticht Rawworth Augusta Avenue American Legion Jarboe’s Hall H. DB. Fisk Adj

Borah for the Ticket in Ohio Amid Political Promises

In Marion and Premont Ohio on Oct 5 the scene centered on Senator Borah's telegram urging support for a Republican ticket and opposition to the League of Nations. Governor Cox suggested Borah’s stance could fracture Republican ranks while Hiram Johnson backed Harding. Senator Herdine paid tribute to war dead in Spier’s Grove as Johnson endorsements drew notice.

Marion Ohio Hardine Senator Borah Idaho Pwede Ricerion Republican League of Nations Borah Senaor Hiram Johnson Harding Tinyton James M. Cox United States League Danbury Conn Herdine Spiet's Grove Hartins Hendins

Local man captures homing pigeon near Corey and Sons

D Olson captured a homing pigeon at Corey and Sons while it fed on corn thrown by him. The bird bears two steel leg bands indicating it is a homing pigeon and the owner may reclaim it by identifying the leg numbers. Herbert Carlon returns to Lincoln Inn staff.

D Olson Corey & Sons Mr .Olson Ole

Isaac Koch Dies at Pairdale Home

Word reached today of the sudden death of Isaac Koch a longtime Pairdale resident and pioneer of the northern county area. At about 76 years old he was found at his home on the north edge of Pairdale after a night seizure. his family hailed from Pennsylvania, and the Koch name has been prominent locally for generations.

Isaac Keech Pairdale Koch Sean Isase Koch Frederick Lech Imbelle Pennissylvania Puirdale Tivine

Wreck Victim Recovering In Fene Shape

WRECK VICTIM is RECOVERING IN FENE SHAPE Mrs Witsurarener injured in a Sunday evening accident on Ess Lincoln Midway is much better but confined to Linden Place home. Bandage removed from eye this morning. Murray baby also injured is recovering well. Mrs Johnson was in Chicago yesterday on business.

Witsurarener Ess Lincoln Midway Doy Sol Linden Place Murray Wong

Zelenka and dynamite case linked to Wall Street blast

News dispatch reports Florent Zelenka, a suspect in the Wall Street bombing case, in Pittsburg with dynamite. Investigators in New York and Pittsburgh sought to determine if Zelenka had transported dynamite across state lines and whether he ties to mining towns. Justice department officials said no proven link yet to the Wall Street operatives.

Florent Yalenska New York N_ Y Florein Zelenka Pit‘tsburg Wall Street Department of Justice Pilsburg Fiorien Zelenks Justice Department

Hearings on Oglesby Case Move Ahead in Chicago

In Chicago on October 5 hearings on the Oglesby case began before County Judge Burns. The petition seeks invalidation of votes from about 400 Chicago precincts in the recent primaries. Supporters claim the local board of election certification of Small as winner by about 100,000 votes would force the secretary of state to proclaim Small the Republican candidate.

United Chicago Oglesby Burns Board of Election Commissioners Small

Condition of Malta Woman Improves at City Hospital

Mrs J Weeks, at the city hospital, is much improved and recovery chances are favorable. The baby is doing nicely. Country Club members are reminded of the closing dancing party Thursday evening at the club house 261.

J. Weeks City Hospital Country Club

The Fourteenth Men and Twin Lizzies at Princess Playhouse

Robert Werenn closes his run at the Princess Playhouse with The Fourteenth Men in a premier appearance. The program also features Topics of the Day and a one act comedy Twin Lizzies, billed as a must see for tonight after yesterday’s show.

Robert Werenn Princess Playhouse

Big Parade to Creston Opens Friday Night

The event plans a parade from DeKalb to Creston along the new highway. Cars lead by DeKalb Sand and Corey and Evan trucks depart at six. A Malta delegation will join near Malta for speeches and music. Stops include Creston downtown, Malta, and finally DeKille with a dance on the new pavement.

DeKalb Corey Evan Malta Comece Creston DeKille Che

New Water Line Laid On Main Stem

Residents wonder about street digging on Lincoln Street between Second and Third as a new water line is installed. A sidewalk repair will accompany the work. no immediate building activity is expected, but the line will support future development.

Lincoln Second Third Street Pat

Water Tank and Power House Burn at Nelson

A fire at Nelson destroyed the water tank and the power house last night. The cause is unknown and special agents are investigating. The main damage falls on the railroad as engines have relied on that water supply, with another tank nearby to supply the engines until a new tank is built.

Nelson Neson Powater

Switch Engine Jumps Track at Cortland

Passengers on the seven o clock train were delayed about half an hour when a switch engine at Cortland jumped the track and broke the main line. Yard workers soon reconnected the line and service resumed. No one was injured and the cause of the accident was not yet known.

Cortland Tissencer

Leaves Fall After Heavy Frost Begin Autumn

The article notes leaves turning and falling with frost, lawns showing cover, and plans for autumn activities. Children are excited, marshmallow roasts and leaf burning are planned, and baking will take much time as foliage thickens this year. Winds fair tonight and Wednesday, likely Thursday. warmer in the northeast Wednesday.

Our Big Furniture Sale Now in a Full Blast

An advertisement proclaims a major furniture sale with new high grade goods at prices below wholesale. It highlights living room dining room and bedroom sets along with kitchen cabinets beds dressers and chairs as a pre war clearance offering. The note urges early buyers for first choice and flags a Chronicle tomorrow big announcement.

Chronicle

Knights Enjoy Weekly Fish Fry Meeting

Knights of Pythias members plan a fish fry after Thursday’s meeting. Maltese and DeKal members anticipate a full attendance in the hall as Chancellor Commander Harry B Goodison aims to fill the venue.

Oregon Knights of Pythias DeKal Malta Be Order Jim Harry B Goodison

State Public Utilities Commission Suspends Hearings

The Illinois public utilities commission suspended hearings today and delayed action on proposed rate increases for gas service by the Illinois Northern Light and Power Company. The action affects Te Kalb and Sycamore areas with hearings postponed to February 28.

State TeeKalb and Sycamore Be Kelle Sycamore Electric Company State Public Utilities Commission Ilinois Northern Light and Power

Plan to reorganize baseball amid gambling probe

Plans for baseball reorganization were debated by a conference of owners and reps. Gene Dutne said he would inform the grand jury after receiving a telegram from Bill Burns about Cincinnati. Reports say three league players may be indicted for throwing games while evidence points to a New York millionaireHead of gambling syndicate to be named in Cook County proceedings. District Attorney Swann continues to seek Abe Attell and other gamblers tied to the 1919 World Series fix.

Sew Collins Gene Dutne Grand Jerry Bill Burns Ber Cincinnatii Chicago Sox Cincinnati Cook County New York Millonaire Reds New York N. Y Swann Abe Attell

Shirley Mason Stars in Love's Harvest at The Star

Shirley Mason charms audiences tonight in Love's Harvest based on His Harvest by Pearl Coles Bell. The performance features her portrayal of Jane Day choosing between a singing career and love and includes Snub Polishd in Fresh Paint. Showings at 7:30 and 9:00 with admission 28 cents for adults and 7 cents for children, war tax included.

Pearl Coles Bell Miss Mason Jane Day Petween Yowll

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