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Newspaper
Dekalb Daily Chronicle
Location
Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1925
Page
2
Sycamore subscribers are advised the Sycamore representative headquarters are now at the Seeaneye Inn. Reports of non delivery should be made at the Inn. News items for the Sycamore page should include a telephone number with a contact at the Inn. All news items will be gratefully received.
Oliver Harris, 16, of Sycamore, was arraigned in county court on assault charges against two Western Union workers, Bessie Walker and Adeline Harrington. The judge ordered Harris committed to St Charles after detailing prior troubles and warning of potential serious harm.
The Methodist church in Sycamore hosted a farewell reception for Rev James O May and his wife with nearly 600 in attendance. They leave for Chicago after seven years, during which he aided church growth and a gym installation, receiving gifts from church members.
Seven prisoners held by the sheriff for days on various charges were released today and turned over to a United States deputy marshal for return to the authorities. Among those to return was Olive McCoy a poor stenographer labeled a dope addict. Also released were May Russell Louis Plummer Ralph Mayfield Joseph Mann Thomas McMann and John McDonald. A colored youth named George Clark a mail clerk by occupation was brought in last night to be held here pending trial.
During a morning exercise at Sycamore High School a notable program highlighted the Elks effort to reclaim Old Ironsides. Attorney L B Smith spoke and a revival poem about Old Ironsides was read, with Elks nationwide inviting all age groups to contribute.
Eric Wacht, who took over the lease of the former Carlson and Ben- son Store and started a men s furnishing store, installed a large sign on the front of the building announcing the firm and the business. The report notes a high interest among city women compared with country women.
Merchants of Sycamore announce a Halloween party style fall festival on Wednesday October 28. The Chamber of Commerce committee says several surprises will be unveiled with window displays judged by ballet and a street concert by the band. Dancing after the displays in Pierce hall and cinema access will entertain attendees.
Unofficial reports say Terrence Druggan beer king of Chicago will stay in DeKalb county jail for several weeks while awaiting a federal contempt case decision. He was returned to Chicago for court, but sentencing was postponed and the prison stay continues until the case is reconsidered.
Two indirect lighting bowls replace old chandeliers in the county and circuit clerk offices after installation by electricians. The board of supervisors approved the change, approving permanent use of the brighter fixtures that improve visibility for staff.
Butzow Brothers this week added the Hupmobile line to their offerings and yesterday sent two of the brothers out of town to secure demonstrators for the trade. The display floor currently features a six and an eight model.
Earle W. Joiner, with 11 years in the county clerk’s office and since 1917 in the circuit clerk’s office, says he will seek the county clerk nomination at the coming primaries. He cites support from supervisors officials and attorneys and notes his long service and strong knowledge of recorder’s office work.
Workmen repair the Armory roof amid leaks threatening valuable Illinois National Guard merchandise. Crews install a new roof to prevent future water damage as snow approaches.
Sidney Australia Australia adopts Eilwood G Babbitt proposal from the American Trade commission to use the kangaroo as a trade emblem for exports. Telephotography is being used experimentally to telegraph checks.
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