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Dekalb Daily Chronicle in Dekalb, Illinois
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Newspaper
Dekalb Daily Chronicle
Location
Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1920
Page
1
Rags Wanted for Care Use in Local Charity Drive
Local charity asks residents to donate rags for care needs and textile recycling. Volunteers coordinate drop-offs at community center from Monday to Friday. Donations support garment repair programs and shelter needs.
Indictment Expected in Denton Mine Owner Murder Case
An indictment in the murder of Jacob C. Denton, a wealthy mine owner, is expected today. Denton was found dead in a tomb-like basement room of his Los Angeles home, body reported to be choked or shot. Mrs. R. C. Peets, who arrived from Denver to aid the hunt, has been advised by her attorney not to testify.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uy United Pressy
Los Angeles
Cal
Jacob C. Denton
Denton
R. C. Peets
Denver
W. A. Ford
Grand Jury Returns Fast Indictments Amid Hearing Flurry
A grand jury swiftly handed down multiple indictments including charges of larceny and related offenses. Witnesses named include George Weake and other residents as proceedings focused on property crimes and court appearances unfold. The session reviewed alleged thefts linked to local areas and examined implicated parties amid ongoing investigations.
Meeting Cancelled After Street Discussion
Local meeting plans were scrapped following a street discussion. The committee announced postponement and advised attendees to watch for notices about later arrangements at Oakwood and nearby venues.
Roentgen Ray Aims to Save Oysters in Pearl Fisheries
Oriental advices report the X-ray technique used to detect pearl presence inside oysters without opening shells. The method promises to spare many oysters, reducing waste as pearl fisheries near exhaustion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roentgen Ray
Sailor Arrested After Hotel Thefts in DeKalb
Certwn alias J. Munson, a Gee Lanes sailor, was in DeKalb yesterday staying at the European hotel and entering other guests rooms stealing valuables. Local police detained him after a lakes district report, and he was returned for confinement awaiting charges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Certwn
J. Munson
Gee Lanes
DeKalb
Lakestone
Ward
Bowling Teams Show Big City Meet Victory
Bowling fans witnessed exhibitions as multiple city teams gathered at Ballon & Ole alleys. The woven wire fence department defeated the meek department, while the gon from the super brand won another match. One fewer department remains unbeat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eel Coopery
Ballon & Ole
Chinese Mercenaries Used by Soviets Reported
Report from Fivland claims Bolshevik government hires Chinese mercenaries to quell street fighting in Petrograd and Kronstadt as observers relay the information today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anne Rae Helsingfers
Fivland
Petrograd
Kronstad
Arrests in Boozer Ring Shakeup at Federal Court
Warrants issued for Bennie Stern a former messenger in Judge Landis’s court and four others on charges under the prohibition enforcement act for aiding fake whiskey prescriptions. Stern was dismissed but may regain his job if cleared. A broader liquor scandal probe follows, with confessions tying police officials sheriffs agents and revenue men to a multimillion dollar whiskey shipping ring.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press
Chicago
Bennie Stern
Landis
Stern
Local man praises service after shop glass repair
A Snyder Smoke Shop case was broken Sunday night. Workers replaced the top glass the same week. cigars are visible again. The glass ordered Monday from Chicago arrived today and the customer called the service very good.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Snyder
Harding Denies Soviet Envoy Ties Refuted
Senator Harding publicly denies the claim by Secretary Colby that Washington D. Van derlip of California acted as an agent of the Republican candidate in dealings with the Soviet government. The denial follows a report from a United States intelligence agent describing Van derlip’s alleged liaison with the Bolshevik leadership and influence on recognition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press
Washington
DP. C
State Department
Harding
Colby
Washington D
Cox Talks for Issues Today Near Old Home
Governor Cox campaigns in Middletown and Dayton Ohio on Oct 27 detailing his platform while refuting Republican claims. He revisits his hometown area where he began as a cub reporter and student, signaling a pivotal stop in his campaign tour.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cox
United Press
Middletown
Ohio
League of Nations
James M. Cox
Dayton
Johnson
Harding
Tati
British walkout settlement aims to curb future coal strikes
London Oct 27. Important agreements to prevent future coal strikes will be part of the settlement of the British walkout. Discussions between Lloyd George and miners' representatives continue. The Trades Union Congress may be urged to stay out of the coal issue. The nine week strike has cost about $118,000,000.
Boy Scouts Hold Regular Meeting With 50 Members Present
The Boy Scouts held their regular meeting last evening with more than 50 members in attendance. Signalling exams were conducted for many. first aid demonstrations by William Hunt impressed all present as the scouts show growing efficiency in emergency procedures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
BOY Scouts
Boy Scouts Organization
William Hunt
Carson Attacks Cox Over Ireland Policy in London
Sir Edward Carson, leader of the Ulsterites, denounced Governor Cox's remarks on Ireland during a London statement. He argued Cox's pledge to present Ireland to public opinion commits America to a course before the league and could derail the league's intended design.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carearess
London
England
Edward Carson
UL Sterites
Governor Cox
Cox
Ireland
America
Carson
Work on West De Kalb Road Near Drainage Line Progressing
Workmen on the road west of De Kalb are advancing a drainage ditch and 22 line drain. By week’s end the project is expected to finish as the ditch reaches the North Western railroad tracks and the hole is filled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
de Kalb
Harding Begins Final Ohio Campaign Swing
Senator Warren G. Harding starts his last campaign tour in Ohio after noon today with stops in Cleveland and Columbus planned. The trip features many platform speeches as the nominee presses his national campaign. A free Princess theatre matinee tomorrow offers slides on the League of Nations and featured music for attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
iRye United Press
Marion
Ohio
Warren G. Harding
Cleveland
Columbus
Princess Theatre
League of Nations
Harding in Statement on Campaign and National Promise
Senator Warren G. Harding, Republican candidate, presents a four part series with United Press notes. He asserts the campaign should be a solemn referendum on great issues and pledges frank appeals without inflaming prejudice. He credits the public with demanding dignity and endorses results as proof of national security and policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senator Harding
United Press
Cox
Parley P. Christianson
Eugene V. Debs
Warren G. Harding
Wilson
Seerf
Miss Anna Ken nedy Faneras Funeral Set For Thursday
Miss Anna Kennedy Faneras dies at St. Joseph's hospital in Aurora age 57. Funeral from Corcoran parlors to DeKalb for Requiem high mass at St Mary's church officiated by Rev. Father Solon. Interment Catholic cemetery. She leaves two sisters Mrs A R Russell and Mrs P B McCabe. Viewing today and evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anna Kennedy
St. Joseph's Hospital
Aurora
Corcoran Undertaking
South
LaSalle Street
DeKalb
St. Mary's Church
Father Solon
South Grove Township
A. R. Russell
P. B. McCabe
Elburn
Mushrooms Abundant as Weather Favors Harvest
Damp rainy weather brings many local hunters out with reports of plentiful mushrooms in area patches after heavy rains. Residents praise good luck finding the edible fungi while some caution against toadstools and warn against foraging alone after dark.
Mass Registration Push Ahead of Next Week’s Vote
A large number of voters who had not yet signed up appeared yesterday and were duly registered. At the upcoming election next Tuesday those who did not register must be sworn in by an official known to both the judge and the delinquent party, though few cases are expected since most voters are already on the list.
Official Ballots Delivered to County Clerk for November Vote
The official ballots for the upcoming November election were delivered to County Clerk Henderson this morning. He will distribute them to officials and send them to absentee voters by mail. The entire consignment weighed a little over 2,400 pounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henderson
Fine concert by Marine Band dazzles audience
The United States Marine band the president's own gave a grand Monday evening performance at Normal Auditorium under Captain Santelmann. The program showcased military band artistry with liberal encores and received vast audience satisfaction though the American Legion, under whose auspices the event was held, did not profit. The band, composed of top musicians trained for years, delivered a brilliant show and fulfilled high expectations despite a not fully filled hall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Marine Band
American Legion
Samelmann
Bes
Santelmann
Sousa
Legion
New Clues Emerge in Late Robbery at Carlson and Benson
Police pursue several strong leads after burglars struck Carlson and Benson Monday night. A Jefferies car with license 475715 was used, and officials say more evidence is being developed though details remain undisclosed. Recovery chances depend on whether stolen goods already have buyers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carlson & Benson
Jefferies
Barnett on the Stand At Hayti Inquiry
Brigadier General George Barnett former Marine commandant testified at the Daniels naval board inquiry into the Hayti invasion. He cited court martial records showing indiscriminate killings and said his judgment followed testimony from Private Johnson's case. He described indiscriminate killing as without judgment and noted his confidential letter to Colonel Russell showing official interest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press
Washington, D. C
George Barnett
Marine Corps
Naval Board of Inquiry
Daniels
Hayti
Barnett
Heyti
Johnson
Poe
Russell
Pro League Republicans Issue Reply Against Root Manifesto
New York city October 27. A group of 31 lawyers clergy and agitators denounce Elihu Root and 36 other pro league Republicans appeal for Harding support over league of nations provisions calling the manifesto jocular and misleading.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Elihu Root
Harding
League of Nations
Inquest Verifies MacSwiney Death at Cork Hunger Strike
London reports Terrence MacSwiney died of heart failure after a prolonged fast. The inquest labeled death by own action with a dilated heart and delirium. His body to lie in state at St George's cathedral with mass by Archbishop Mannix and Bishop Peter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
England
Terrence MacSwiney
MacSwiney
St. George's Cathedral
Mannix
Peter
Lady MacSwiney
Mra MacSwiney
Terrence MacSwi
Cork
St George's Cathedral
Sinn Fein
O'Callaghan
Ireland
Joseph Murphy
Farmers Ready for Corn Husking Time
With cooler weather arriving after a wet spell, farmers plan to begin corn husking soon. The annual rural task is a major late year job and satisfaction grows when it is finished. No specific start date has been set yet.
Demand for More Coal Grows as Winter Nears
Cooler weather drives renewed calls for coal as residents press local dealers for supplies. Utilities report steady deliveries, while electric entities note regular shipments, highlighting the season's growing strain on fuel stocks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Deaers
Utilities Company
The
Electric Company
Plumbings Needed For New County Sanitarium Addition
Hot water connections are delaying use of the county tuberculosis sanitarium addition. The new building, praised for its potential to expand care, will ease crowding at the old site. Harold Adamson and Stone Mebeck visited friends in Geneva and St. Charles on Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harold Adamson
Stone Mebeck
Geneva
St. Charles
Sins and See Thong Arts Tonight
Fragmentary notice notes events titled See Thong and Sins at a venue tonight. Details on performers or times are incomplete in the readable text.
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