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Newspaper
Dekalb Daily Chronicle
Location
Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1925
Page
1
A damaged ad urges readers to back a favorite with subscriptions. It promises a large vote boost for old subscribers and new ones, claiming 30 000 and 60 000 votes respectively. The message pressures action before the campaign closes Saturday.
A fragmented call urges readers to participate in a prize distribution campaign. It emphasizes that each candidate must gather support from friends and subscribers, urging readers to enter their names now to earn an automobile without investment or risk, and to ensure their nomination reaches the campaign department promptly.
Reports from DeKalb indicate Lattimer Road requires gravel repair after a summer culvert project left a 300 yard erosion prone section. Residents say the new road is impassable, mired Chronicle drivers in recent days, and Clare residents struggle to reach DeKalb.
A DeKalb compilation records orphans linked to multiple entities including DeKalb Wagon Co, DeKalb Tr. & ne, Ellwood, DeKalb High School faculty and students, Nehring Electric, Wurlitzer Grand Piano Co, and First National and First Banks. Amounts shown include 60.00 and 60.40 for several orphans.
Last night Edwin Stantes a Northwestern University organist presented a high class recital under the church society. The program featured Bach Toccati and Fugue in D minor Mignon Gavotte Largo from Xerxes Caprice The Brook Mountain Sketches Dance of the Reed Pipes Lia Convertina by Yon Schubert Toccata from Fifth Symphony and Minuet The performance showcased precise Bach interpretation delicate Mignon rendition and Shakespearean flair receiving strong applause and praise from a large audience. The audience and organizers deemed the event a success and hope for similar high grade concerts in the future.
Having rented my farm I will sell at public auction all farm machinery and implements including 2 ton timothy hay duty and 50 of corn located 4 miles north of Clare Thursday October 29 at 1 pm Michael Sullivan proprietor John J Whitman Auctioneer George Valentine Clerk
A fragmented weather note describes cloudy conditions with rain in the far east, followed by a colder night. Sunday looks mostly fair with cooler temperatures and light winds across the region.
Bulgarian officers accuse Greece of bombing Bulgarian localities killing civilians including women and children. Greece occupies territory 32 kilometers long and 30 wide, while pledging to hold ground until Bulgaria accepts terms. London reports Greece intends to press its demand for over 80 000 in reparations and refuses withdrawal until the League of Nations council acts. Frontline peasants flee Petritsi as Bulgarian claims of Greek atrocities mount.
Classified item notes a sale of a 1921 model with limited details and vague buyer options. The fragment mentions a dealer and an unnamed handler, but critical specifics are missing.
A long list of De Kalb area residents and their properties across streets like Seventh, North Tenth, Grove, Haish, Lincoln Highway, and Lincoln, with owners including Mrs Delbert Stanesifer Miss Mande Pahats Miss Herman Schilling Miss Aika Koski and many others, amounts ranging from about 1,000 to 235,700 dollars. The record names numerous residents and their addresses in a district roster style.
Citizens complain about walkers on De Kall to Sycamore highways. Law requires traffic travel on left, yet groups of students block roads. Motorists must stop to avoid accidents and risk embarrassment if skidding occurs. Local officers warn further violations may lead to restrictions on cement highways. Also notes Halloween Dance and card party by R N A club.
Campaign manager requests all nominations and ballots collected by 6 p.m. October 23. The registered ballot box count will be updated daily at 6 p.m. for publication in the next evening edition.
A week of real progress on paving route 18 between Somonauk and Mendota is reported as officials discard the Burlington right of way and favor a revised path. The plan crosses rail lines near Somonauk and Earlville, then proceeds to Mendota via Leland, with Mendota Meridan Earlville and many residents endorsing the route change.
October bulletin reports four armed bandits with sawed off shotguns and Ivers robbed West McHenry bank before noon. They forced president Carl Strenger and cashier to open the vault, taking 14000 and 3000 from the wicket. Two guards waited outside, they fled north in automobiles. No shots fired. One man opened a $20 account earlier.
Rev F W Field hosts a weekly question box session at Sunday service in the Baptist church, open to all residents. Tomorrow he will answer queries on politics, truth in preaching, and world progress as Mr Raddatz plays three organ selections including You Wild Rose, Melody, and Sonata Pathetique at 7 15 PM.
Oswald Ryan world traveler and author told 2,500 Northwestern teachers at Shrine Temple Rockford that immigration policy must defend American institutions. He called the United States a biological backyard and warned against mass penetration while noting labor doctrine and dangers of slave labor in industry as arguments against strict limits.
A notice states that all debts to the coal and implement business must be settled at the former place of business by November 10, 1925. It adds a playful line about the wife’s birthday with a reminder to send flowers and provides the Flower Store phone number 628.
Fred W. Cone of DeKalb lodge No 100 reports the Grand Lodge sessions in Springfield were among the most successful in the order's history. A parade several miles long drew thousands, and the Elks temple seated 4000 for several sessions. Cone will recount the event at Monday's Odd Fellows meeting.
The State Art Commission names top Illinois beauty spots for easy weekend trips. DeKalb Woman’s Club organized the effort with Mrs. H. G. Belding leading the Conservation department to compile and publish the list for public enjoyment.
Rev Walter 5 Pearson of Salem Lutheran church in Sycamore will address the Kiwanis club at Monday noon. He promises an out of the ordinary message as attendance efforts aim to match recent crowds. Kiwanis members are assured of an excellent after dinner talk by the Sycamore pastor. Also, a Great Northern Fur Co representative will visit the DeKalb Millinery Store for two days Friday and Saturday October 30 and 31.
A humor piece depicts efficiency expert H. Hedge ordering Constance Brooke to treat a dog as a depreciating asset, raising upkeep costs and businesslike routines. The father plans to run the household like a company, promising many comic mishaps as readers are invited to page 4.
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