06 Oct 1920
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Newspaper
Dekalb Daily Chronicle
Location
Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1920
Page
1
A garbled report describes an appeal bulletin involving Oglesson, Prem Cr racketeering, and Chicago precincts. Judge James T. Ber presiding at Cenheke denies a request, with references to precinct procedures, porters, and a narrow vote outcome. The piece mentions Susie, Cherage, Jeter, Emerson, and a late tabulation affecting court action.
Brooklyn's Grimes pitched a complete game as the Robins defeated Cleveland 2-0 at Ebbetts Field. Brooklyn broke through in the first and third innings with timely hitting from Griffith and Wheat, while Bagby struggled before being relieved in the seventh. Cleveland managed only two real chances, with Grimes tightening in the later frames as Brooklyn kept the Indians off the scoreboard.
Fragmentary bulletin reports a candidate for a regional office amid unclear text. It mentions primary date September 5 and references a state commissioner and other names in a garbled transcription.
Velie Pome reports a troubling Reds defeat with key players sidelined. The piece notes multiple injuries and a rough day for the team, highlighting a sequence of costly errors and mounting concerns about roster depth as the season advances.
A garbled and partially readable clip notes authorities holding suspects in a murder case. The fragment references a crime scene and ongoing investigation, with unclear names or locations due to OCR errors. Further readable details are not retained.
Vaughn engages in dual duties at the university. He trains teachers for industrial education and expands the program to public schools in Joliet Springfield Aurora and Mant &. He collaborates with Professor Vooghn and others to develop curriculum and practical shop work in metal and wood.
A deciphered note warns of an ultimatum to the Reds issued by Earl Curzon amid wartime tensions. The document cites demands on military and political alignments and references wartime governance and trade constraints as leverage.
A weekly visit to the Corey and Ban tine show features a tire display by the Rubber company. Theг focus is on air free and high mileage tires.
The contested coroner recount continues at a late hour with many ballots marked wrong delaying the tally. County clerks expect the recount to finish by tomorrow evening though the process is slow due to errors on numerous ballots.
Fragmented OCR text shows an obscure notice mentioning a Princess venue and a homecoming event. It references adult and child admission prices and a closing schedule, but many words are garbled, making details unclear.
United Press Chicago reports Cook County grand jury indictments target baseball crook edness. Witnesses expected to implicate two National League Mayeds amid plans for formal indictments. Stoneham McGrew and Hughey Jennings testified, signaling potential sensational developments. Owners discuss confab to coordinate baseball purification.
District Attorney Charles F Clyne announced that 50 to 60 miners and operators will be subpoenaed by the upcoming federal grand jury meeting here next week. They must bring wage petitions and employee records to help thoroughly investigate profiteering amid famine concerns in the two states. Subpoenas aimed at southern Indiana mine owners and operators will be served.
Plans for an Americanization program later this month are being prepared by the Americanization board, with tentative details and possible changes. The venue is undecided but will accommodate a large audience, and several prominent city figures will speak along with other speakers. The formal program will be released later.
The Boy Scouts met last evening with many scouts present for drill work and some taking higher grade exams. A moonlight hike was set for October 12 to explore woods and practice night woodcraft, reflecting high enthusiasm for the troop's progress.
A Sunday automobile collision was misnamed in the report. The injured party is Ernest Wiltsie, not Ralph Wiltsie, and Mr Wiltsie or the car occupant suffered injuries, according to the corrected notice.
DeKalb city council and mayor will ride to a road fete Friday evening joined by Creston and Malta mayors. Streetcars will transport attendees to the hilltop celebration while an automobile parade forms at six o'clock. J H Jarboe leads speaking lineup as crowds are expected to be large.
A water pipe in an excavation near the site of the former Swedish church broke early this morning, flooding the hole halfway with water. The water department responded promptly, sending a crew to shut off the leak after considerable effort, restoring order at the scene.
United Press reports the Sheldon truck company reduced prices on its models by 100 to 170 dollars per truck, as announced today by The Dow Jones financial agency in New York City.
Two weeks from today on the 20th the Republican candidates from this district will begin a county speaking tour. H. G. Wright seeks the senate, W. Byers and A. W. Tourtillot aim for representatives, C. Wilkinson for coroner, C. Poust for States Attorney, and G. James for circuit clerk. The caravan will travel by auto, making a thorough county tour with speeches by party members to acquaint voters with the nominees before November. The exact city stops aren’t set but one of the two dates will include this city, drawing strong interest from locals.
East Aurora's eleven travels to the city to meet the local high school team on the local field. Two games scheduled starting at two and three, light wet and heavy weights. Coach Fern has the squad in fast form with sensational plays promised for the fans.
Bowling teams are forming at the present time with the Food Fellowship club of the American Steel and Wire company likely defending the DeKalb title this year. The club will field 12 teams and have exclusive use of Ballou and Olson's alleys on Monday and Thursday evenings, competing against other company offices for a season ending prize silver cup.
A freight train derailed in a small Iowa town delaying westbound trains by about a half hour. No injuries were reported, and by midmorning service resumed on schedule. This incident is the latest in a series of minor railroad accidents with no injuries.
Large crowds waited outside the office to watch game progress as wagers on the world series fell from earlier years. Interest has waned since last decade and the latest Lana caused renewed concern. Public service continued with the same coverage as yesterday for the remainder of the series.
Wichita Kans Oct 6 Governor Henry J Allen of Kansas denounces Chicago Board of Trade tactics aimed at driving down wheat prices. He is slated to address the international wheat show stressing alleged market manipulations and urging fair trading practices.
Od eel Eckhardt Von Schack former German vice consul in San Francisco is expected to be released from federal prison today on parole from Washington. Franz Bopp former German consul in San Francisco was paroled yesterday. Both were convicted of violating neutrality laws and plan to return to Germany.
The Winnepee Giants, a fast traveling club, will replace the Joe Green team for a Sunday game against the local city team. Joe Green endorses the Giants as possibly better, promising a quick paced contest fans should not miss.
The new telephone books are being handed out today with numerous updates. More than 200 new subscribers appear in the volume, marking a significant increase for the company. Many residents have relocated, expanding the city directory beyond the old edition.
The regular monthly city council meeting adjourned after no motion on the parking issue was made. A storm drain on Sycamore road was referred to the public works commissioner for report next meeting. Mrs. Dave Carter named caretaker of the rest room. City to buy new tires for the track. North Western railroad crossing leveling discussed pending crew availability. Council extended thanks to the Womans club for rest room work. Bills were approved and meeting adjourned.
A five passenger Buick owned by H A Haman of Aurora was stolen from the city last evening. The Aurora chief of police wired here hoping thieves were headed this way. The car was left in front of the Haman home with a boy in the lock. Direction unknown. a sharp lookout is kept.
Severe blaze reported near Oneida ten miles south of Green Bay with additional fires in multiple Wisconsin cities. Fire crews rush to contain the flames as residents observe emergency conditions.
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