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Newspaper
Dekalb Daily Chronicle
Location
Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1925
Page
1
The notice promotes a subscription drive offering gold prize incentives and Sedans, urging early signups before the Monday deadline. It explains new versus old subscribers, delivery areas within 50 miles of DeKalb, and continued promotion across the campaign with calls to action and foundation-building for future sales.
Henry A. Siex former commander of the DeKalb American Legion post was elected Che de Gare of the DeKalb county Eight and 40 society at a Sycamore inn meeting. Officers include Chef de Train G. W. Morgan and others, with an installation set for November 17 in DeKalb led by Major H. H. Goodin.
Wireless message from Jerusalem claims 25 000 women and children perished in Dam ruins. Today’s London edition prints without confirmation. Contains a gardening note about Narcissi Hyacinth and Yew Lily bulbs and a local advert for The Flower Store in Lincoln Way.
Report from Chicago says Creamery Package Manufacturing to enlarge DeKalb plant. Plans under discussion by executives appear near final, aiming to double floor space and boost year round employment from about 40 to nearly 80. Construction may begin early spring or later winter depending on approvals.
A winter storm swept the Midwest causing sleet and wind damage to electrical lines in Minnesota and other areas. Chicago records a low around 28 with readings near 31 at nine this morning. Weather forecasts predict the cold will persist for about a day.
Royalton gathers to memorialize miners who perished in two historic disasters on Oct 27, 1624 and Sept 24, 1932. The ceremony honors the bravery of those who lost their lives and preserves the memory of the early mining dangers faced by the community.
Tomorrow evening the Sinvis Young People's Church Conference begins at First Baptist Church DeKalb with a closing banquet Friday at First Lutheran. Speakers include Prof. Herbert C Mayer of Boston University and Rev M C Tunison of Elgin. Local chairs and committees are listed with multiple regional church leaders participating.
Gus Peterson 74 died suddenly at 8 30 p m at 211 South Ninth street after apoplexy He had lived in DeKalb since 1872 and worked for American Steel and Wire He was born in Sweden and married Christine Nelson He was a Lutheran Church leader and Sunday school teacher Survived by widow and three children Funeral Thursday 1 30 p m First Lutheran Church Rev E W Maenusson burial Evergreen Cemetery The Great Northern Fur representative visits DeKalb Millinery Oct 30 31 Flowers ad note
A notice instructs candidates to collect all nomination blanks and add them to the campaign manager with their weapon. It states ballots in the ballot box up to 6 p.m. October 26 will be counted later and regular box counts will be inside by 6 p.m. daily for publication in the next edition.
A long list of voters in DeKalb and surrounding towns is given with names and street addresses including Miss Aila Koski at 715 North Twelfth Street and Mr Delbert Stonesifer at 627 Seventh Street. The roster also includes many residents from Malta Shabbona Waterman Cortland Sycamore and Kirkland with hundreds of dollar value figures noted beside several names.
Carlson age 35 was injured when his auto crashed near Malta cemetery. He underwent knee surgery at Glidden hospital. the operation was successful but he will stay several weeks. He was the most seriously injured of four occupants. others suffered head and hand lacerations and were released.
Sutton West Virginia October 27. The charred bodies of Mr and Mrs Singleton were found today in their cabin near here. An autopsy revealed death by murder. The bodies were placed in an open fireplace.
James Walter of Cortland and former local resident here had his right leg amputated at St. Marys hospital to save his life after a blood clot on his right foot from inflammatory rheumatism. Doctors report little change in his condition and note the operation was necessary to avert a fatal outcome.
Secor's sale promises the most attractive offerings yet with Hinkle Tab Jets previously at 100 for Bic selling at 200 for 35c. The Chronicle notes 40 other bargains and urges readers to visit Thursday Friday and Saturday while referencing a Chronicle appearance Wednesday.
Memphis dispatch reports the Frisco Sunnyland speeding from Kansas City to Florida plunged off a 36 foot embankment near Victoria Mississippi. Death toll early estimates ranged 20 to 25 with over 60 injured and rescue crews rushing to aid victims. Ambulances from Memphis ferried injured to city hospitals as observers described a chaotic scene with cars breaking loose from the track.
Paris reports the French cabinet tendered its resignation to President Doumergue after concluding it could not pursue its program without a stable majority. Premier Painleve and Briand led the move to remove Caillaux, who resisted alone and warned that only the whole regime would fall.
Mrs. Martin Atwood, aged 80, mother of former DeKalb resident Henry Atwood, who once served as a street car conductor and later on the police force, died yesterday afternoon at Collins Iowa after a serious illness. Funeral services will be held at Collins tomorrow afternoon. An examination for teachers certificates will be held at the Court House in Sycamore Illinois on November 1st and 2nd 1925. Warren Hubbard Co Superintendent of Schools.
A fragmented list details donations or pledges tagged as orphans related to DeKalb entities. Mentions DeKalb Wagon Co and DeKalb Tr and Savings Bank with single orphans and amounts like 60.00 linked to E P Ellwood and other officials. Includes references to Nehring Electric Works and Wurlitzer Grand Piano Co. and local schools and teachers.
Chicago detectives and federal authorities probe a vast beer running network involving policemen, officials from Peoria Joliet and Aurora, and five railroads. Prosecution aims to indict railroad workers and city officials for conspiracy to ship millions in beer into Chicago with forged orders and staged police guidance. District Attorney Edwin Olson plans to present evidence to a federal grand jury tomorrow.
Greece orders troops to evacuate Bulgaria as the League of Nations council settles the frontier dispute. The agreement with Bulgaria includes the frontier guard re established. Major Giles, the British military attache, and French attachés proceed to the frontier to verify Greek withdrawal and report on compliance.
Notice to the public that after disposing of the coal and implement business all indebted must call at the former place of business and settle accounts on or before November tenth, 1925.
The city water department will soon install at least two new mains and multiple service connections on North Ninth street and North Eleventh street to handle future demand. All vacant lots and unserviced properties will be connected before spring paving, with a $25 city charge for each service connection if arranged during paving work.
A relief drive aims for a $2000 goal tomorrow with 8 30 start in all city sections. About 40 women will canvass homes and a men’s committee will cover business districts to raise funds for 34 orphans’ year of food and education. No factory solicitation.
The Woman's club of DeKalb announces its annual tag day to be held this Saturday. The activity enjoys strong city support and is approved by the city administration. Funds raised support the club's philanthropic department aiding needy residents, with all money spent locally.
Weather outlook shows unsettled conditions tonight into Wednesday with snow possible in the extreme south and rain elsewhere turning to snow. Temperatures warmer tonight in the far south and cooler by Wednesday across the region.
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