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Newspaper
Dekalb Daily Chronicle
Location
Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1925
Page
2
A city notice urges parents to warn children to stay off streets as drivers report near misses and risk when small youngsters play amid traffic on Cross street. It notes school resumption reducing playtime but emphasizes driver distraction and the danger of ignoring stop signs.
Sycamore and Genoa residents met to urge the county board to open the Genoa road as much as possible. The road north of Sycamore is shut for repairs and a new North bridge is planned, likely delaying any opening until next spring. A detour around the work area is being considered to reduce miles of travel.
Three boys from St Albans college planned a morning escape with one over sixteen. School staff found the truants at DeKalb before eight o clock, but the youths slipped away again as the older boys turned their backs. Police were notified and checked railroad yards but found no further trace. It is believed they returned to Sycamore rather than risk capture.
Sycamore’s ball team, now firing at peak form, defeated Rockford Central with a 12 to 6 score. The game drew a modest crowd, and no schedule for further fall games was announced.
A large audience attended a chaotic yet engaging lecture last evening at the Methodist church by Hey E Murphy the prison evangelist. Murphy and assistants had conducted tent services on Elm street but used the church to reach a broader audience. A marriage license was issued to Rufus Haefner and Helen Maitland of DeKalb. Mrs M L Dittmer visits DeKalb at her parents’ home. Mrs P G Duffey and Miss Julia were Saturday visitors in DeKalb. Theresa Jaycox spent Sunday in DeKalb. Mrs Charles Haight, recently returned from California, will spend winter in Sycamore after leasing the Hammerschmidt apartment. Haight’s visit includes time with her daughter Mrs Charles Reddish in California. Mrs E Sweigert of Washington state has left DeKalb to return northwest relatives.
Proceedings from the Sandwich inquest into the death of William Harrison at a rail crossing will be used in the Geneva damage suit scheduled to start today. The accident occurred about nine o clock when an east bound train struck the Harrison machine, causing his death. Judge Newhall will hear the case in Geneva.
Fire department officials report that no parking signs near fire hydrants were removed Saturday afternoon or evening. The signs, placed by the Chicago Motor Club, are to be recovered and reinstalled to prevent trouble. Police believe city boys are responsible and will investigate the matter.
Judge Harry W. McEwen of DeKalb presides at the county court this week and was present this morning for probate business. Through the forenoon, no matters required court attention beyond in chambers handling.
Odd Fellows Kishwaukee association will hold a district meeting tomorrow evening at the Odd Fellows hall. Lodges from Rochelle Lindenwood Genoa Sycamore and DeKalb will take part. It is expected to discuss association matters and local lodge affairs.
The DeKalb Lodge will host the second degree as part of a district event with large lodge attendance expected. Sycamore lodge plans to entertain visiting lodges in their usual manner, ensuring a sizable turnout.
A large number from the Sycamore unit attended yesterday’s picnic near Batavia. The program included plenty of amusement and an address by a prominent Khinsmen member. Practically every unit within fifty miles of Batavia was represented at the session.
Amore High School’s football team edged Harvard’s junior squad 8 to 6 in a rough season opener. It was a hard fought game with steady fan interest and兩 discusses of Sycamore’s tough Little Seven schedule, inspiring confidence the eleven will contend near season’s end.
Fire department responded to 312 East Sycamore Street Saturday at 4 15 PM as an oil stove misbehaved and exploded, scattering burning fuel across one room. Water was unnecessary since chemicals sufficed. Estimated damage remains under review.
A brief notice reports that damage to a building and its contents is estimated under 25 dollars. No further details on location, cause, or responsible party are provided in the readable text.
Walter Langlois of Sycamore received word this afternoon of the death in California of John Graham son of Mr and Mrs L L Graham former residents of the area. John about 45 had gone to California hoping improved health. He was married in Washington D C several years ago. Funeral arrangements were not stated in the message.
Section men repair the depot roof to prevent leaks amid fall rain and approaching snow. The passenger shelter on the north side is being rebuilt after a previous collapse and should be completed soon. Workmen will finish and clear away debris once repairs are minted.
Reports describe doctors Curtis and Pryor planning a clinic to treat tonsillitis and adenoids, with a Philadelphia origin and a literary chorus referencing Solomon and love. The fragmentary text includes stray phrases about lovers and a Columbia Jester reference.
The Prescott family learns Mrs. Prescott’s pearls were hidden inside a Ming dynasty black porcelain vase in the library. A butler dropped the vase breaking it. pearls lay in two narrow pockets inside the vase, suggesting Miss Ellington moved them from the safe before thieves appeared. Commissioner Laidlaw’s theory about the theft receives support.
Registration books closed last Friday showing 682 attendees at the state teachers college the largest regular session since its 1899 founding. De Kalb and northern state students dominate with male enrollment at its highest ever and seniors earning four year degrees.
DeKalb resident Mrs L Kaster reports relief from back pain and kidney trouble after using Doan’s Pills purchased at Kirchner’s Drug Store. She describes aching back, dizziness, and fatigue improving, with price listed as 60 cents at dealers. Foster Milburn Co. promotes the product from Buffalo New York.
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