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Dekalb Daily Chronicle

Location

Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Sep 24, 1925

Page

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Building A New College Structure For Men

Plans for a new state college building are under state architect review. Bid calls follow approval, with no definite start this fall. The two story 100 by 90 foot facility will house manual arts and physical education, include a swimming pool and gym, and seat 1000 bleachers. It aims to ease crowded departments and increase male attendance, currently near 200.

State College Old Normal University College Avenue

Waterman Fair Draws Large Friday Crowd

A big turnout is expected for Waterman fall fair with cool dry weather and a full day program. A parade, community music, livestock and produce exhibits, sports, and a Hinckley versus Waterman ball game highlight the day, with evenings offering separate programs in the community hall.

Waterman Fair Waterman Hinckley Yaterman Origos Eh Dismet

Highway fence gets coat of white paint

Work crews repaint the highway railing along the foot of Seventh Street to improve visibility at night and in fog. County culvert posts across the area are also expected to be repainted before cold weather, weather permitting.

Fener Seventh Street

Mid-Week Service At Baptist Church Tonight

The First Baptist Church invites members to attend the mid week service at 7 30 PM tonight. The pastor will lecture on The Makers of the Cooks focusing on guiding principles and community lessons.

Baptist Church The First Baptist Church

Fisk O'Hara to Sing at DeKalb Theatre in Motion Picture Debut

Fisk O'Hara, famed tenor star of Broadway's The Big Mogul, will perform at DeKalb Theatre for one day in October aided by a company of musicians. The engagement marks a rare motion picture theatre appearance and DeKalb pricing, with a colorful musical program and ballads that have thrilled audiences coast to coast. The deal, negotiated in Chicago by Balaban Katz Midwest Theatres, follows earlier New York and Chicago runs of his works.

DeKalb Theatre Balaban Katz Midwest O'Hara DeKall ‘Theatre DeKalb New York Chicago Ohart

Unclaimed Vehicle Plates at City Hall Office

Police report shows one automobile license from Chin state, one from Indiana, and eight Tinots plates found and kept at headquarters. Thirteen stray city plates and one motorcycle plate were lost by owners. Owners notified to claim plates. communications ignored.

Chin Indina Pelice Ulineis

Hvassman Sweden Chorus Tomorrow at First Lutheran Church

A Swedish chorus named Hvassman Sweden performs tomorrow evening at First Lutheran Church inviting community members to enjoy a concert featuring traditional and folk tunes.

Hvassman Sweden First Lutheran Church

Weather forecast for fair tonight and Friday

Weather report notes winds fair tonight and Friday with chances of showers in extreme south portions. Temperature expected to remain steady with little change.

Dekalb State College seniors win teaching posts regionally

The DeKalb state college senior college class of 1% graduates fill teaching roles across Illinois. George Terwilliger and Russell Gage join the faculty this year, while 15 graduates secure positions in high schools and colleges. Others pursue universities or varied educational posts in St. Charles Herscher Kingston Rock Island Barrington Huntley Maw Paw Maw Pauw high schools, and more.

State College Senior College Illinois Elizabeth Anderson DeKalb Rock Island Julian Peterson Charles Peterson Haish Lavenue Jean Nelson John Nelson North First Street Rowl Maw Pauw High School Helen Riggs A. J. Riggs South Second Street Barrington, Mlinois Frank K. Steece State College Huntley Ilinois DeKalb State College

French Forces Saved As Death Was Near

Maris France September 26 forces saved as death neared the garrison at Souihda fortress was relieved by the timely arrival of 000 French soldiers. The garrison of 500 had been under siege by tribesmen since the revolt against French rule and faced starvation after daily cannon fire. General Gamelin arrived to lift the siege.

Hotel Bid Sought from Rockford Contractors

The Rockford chamber of commerce asks local contractors to bid on a new five story hotel in DeKalb with 42 rooms. TK K Gibson of Chicago will wire details and blueprints to interested bidders. The project emphasizes modern construction. Dance Elva Friday and Cook's four piece orchestra with singer are listed with tickets at 50 cents.

Rockford Chamber of Commerce TK. K. Gibson Company Michigan Avenue Chicago Cook

Dance at K C Hall Friday Night September 25

Busy night at K C Hall with good music and dancing set for Friday September 25. patrons expected to enjoy lively tunes and socializing in the evening.

K. C. Hall Good Music

Funeral Held Today for Mrs Gustafson in City

Funeral services for Mrs P M Gustafson were held at 230 this afternoon from her South Second Street home with interment in Fairview Cemetery Mausoleum Rev F M Webster of the Congregational church conducted the rites for the well known resident whose death followed a three week illness two weeks of which she was in critical condition She leaves a daughter Miss Mabel Gustafson and two brothers in Sweden among a host of friends.

P. M. Gustafson South Second Street Fairview Cemetery F. M. Webster Congregational Church

Wood Closing Arguments Marked by Conspiracy Trial Proceedings

United Press report notes closing arguments in a conspiracy trial led by Judge Barnes and former State's Attorney C F Lumley, with jurors expected to hear verdicts by Saturday. Attorneys Hu and Videre, who defended the Hoys in a prior case, testified in rebuttal. Charles McVeagh was named United States ambassador to Japan, per the state department.

Wood United Press PP. Barnes C. F. Lumley James Hu William Videre Pierce Hoys Ina Robuttal Iigton D.C Charles McVeagh New York City United States Japan

DeKalb Supervisors Near Finish on Paving Petitions

DeKalb county board of supervisors moved through committee reports in a busy session and hoped to adjourn tomorrow. Reports mention petitions for Pearl street paving and for Haish avenue and Garler street paving, with plans to complete paving next spring to connect Pearl and Garler as an outlet to the Lincoln Highway.

DeKalb County Board of Superhee Pearl Street Haish Avenue Garler Street Garler Pearl Orter Lincolin Highway

Property on First Street Sold Tuesday

The property on First Street at the southwest corner of First and Gunner streets, including two woollen frame houses, was sold Tuesday for 2150 dollars under court orders to Joe Swler. Letcher secured the adjoining foots, future plans remain unknown.

Joe Swler South Furst Street Ture Letcher Hhis Purchase First Gunner Streets

Kishwaukee Country Club to Hold Friday Meeting

Members receive notices for the Kishwaukee Country Club annual meeting and election of directors at the clubhouse nine o clock Friday night. A picnic dinner is served at six ninety and tables for bridge will be arranged for a social evening. All members urged to attend the dinner and meeting.

Kishwaukee Country Club Clu Pullowine

DeKalb Degree Team Heads to Savannah Ill for Royal Purple Degree

The Kishwaukee Encampment of the T. O. O. F. plans to take a team to Savannah Illinois on Saturday to confer the royal purple degree on a class of candidates. The group expects 25 or more members to travel, leaving after dinner and returning Sunday.

DeKalb Savannah Kishwau

Key of Unusual Size Struck City Interest

Officer Rowe found a large key weighing about a pound and a half during junk yard patrol. The mayor may extend ownership to the city after an organization appeals to the council. The key will be nickel plated and mounted for display in the mayor’s office marked The to the City.

Officer Rowe Tullaway J. Lindstrom

Freeport Big Blaze Damages Woodman Mill Works

Fire of unknown origin last night damaged Woodman Manufacturing works in Freeport, Ul, for about 90000. The plant makes windmills pumps and other machinery. A fireman Frank Weadon was badly cut on the right hand by broken glass. Loss covered by insurance. Also a dime dance at Avalon Saturday night.

Bycumen Pres Freeport Frank Weadon

Air Board In Session

In Washington on September 24 the President’s special aircraft board continues its study of aviation’s role in national defense. Public sessions are adjourned until Monday for a full review of testimony from war navy post office and commerce departments. Mitchell’s unified air service plan dominates discussions amid army and navy opposition citing dependence on other branches.

United Press Washington D. C Coolidge Special Aircraft Board War Navy Post Office Commerce Departments Army Nav Mitchell Col William Mitchell Patrick Army Air Chief Air Service

Smith to Seek Senate Chair and Republican Nomination

Col Frank Smith of Dwight is a Republican candidate for the United States senate nomination this spring. Announcement will come soon as thousands at the Illinois state fair celebrate Republican Day and honor Governor Len Small. Rumors of Small backing McKinley lack substantiation. Smith’s friends expect state support behind the governor’s longtime ally. An “if” remains tied to the interest suit in the Illinois supreme court.

United Press Springfield Frank Smith Dwight United States Len Small William McKinley Smith Small

Journalists to Meet at Illinois Press Association Convention

Unitedress Urbana reports prominent U S journalists will speak at the 60th annual Illinois Press Association convention October 1 2 and 3 at the University of Illinois. Women journalists of Illinois gather October 2 and Illinois Editorial Writers delegates meet the same day. All delegates attend the Illinois Nebraska football game October 3.

Unitedress Urbana Ill United States Ilinois Press Association University of Illinois Press Association Ilinois Illinois State Editorial Writers Association Illinois-Nebraska

Germany to attendSwitzer meeting on pact final action

Berlin reports President von Hindenberg decided Germany would accept the allied invitation to a ministerial conference in Switzerland in six months to discuss the security pact for final solution. The cabinet session saw internal differences as nationalist supporters urged firm stance. MARCELLING Mrs Carl Lindeberg listed.

United Press Berlin von Hindenberg Germany Switzerland

Mystic Worker Building to Open October 15 in Fulton

The Fulton Community Coliseum in the new Mystic Worker building is set to open October 15. Mystic Workers plan to attend the ceremony marking completion, with the auditorium available for nonprofitable meetings in Fulton as mandated by a state statute.

Fulton Community Coliseum Mystic Worker Fulton

Aurora Lights Seen Each Evening Over Nothern Sky

Unusual brightness in the northern skies each evening has attracted attention. Observers say the glow is from the northern lights, creating a beautiful streaked sky. Several watchers expect brighter displays later in the month and into October.

Cement Laying on Sycamore Road Nears Completion

It was evident in the forenoon that cement laying on Sycamore road would be completed today and shoulders built next. The mixing machine at 11 spread cement in the last feet of the curve near the Love farm as other rigs were filled. The contractor plans to move to East Lincoln highway for a short stretch before work ends this fall.

Sycamore Road Love Farm Lincoln Highway

Rum Chaser Sinks After Harbor Chase Incident

United States coast guard rum chaser 2338 sank after crashing into a rock in a Boston harbor area while speeding 25 miles per hour during a rum running pursuit. Three crew members were aboard. all were rescued and the vessel disappeared in under 15 minutes.

Lotted Press Boston Mass United States Coast Guard Here Coast Guard

Arthur Anderson Very Ill at Parent's Home

Friends of Arthur Anderson son of Mr and Mrs CC A Anderson of North First Street regret to hear he is seriously ill at his parents home. He returned to this city last week when taken ill and reports say his condition has not changed.

Arthur Anderson CC. A. Anderson North First Street

Debt talks open as Mellon Caillaux seek settlement

Washington reports that Andrew Mellon and Caillaux opened negotiations at the treasury with a joint aim to settle France's war debt. Mellon emphasized fair, workable terms and consideration for France's postwar burdens while Caillaux affirmed France’s intention to repay.

United Press Washington, D. C Andrew Mellon Joseph P. Caillaux Treasury Department Caillaux American Commission Mellon Favo France

Chicago Reverts to Regular Time This Sunday

Chicago will resume standard time at 2 a m Sunday after months of daylight saving. The change ends a summer where Chicago and nearby DeKalb and other communities faced time differences for travelers and daily life.

Chicago DeKalb

Business Men Vote to Help Bert Shetter

At a mass meeting of DeKalb business and professional men held at the Hotel DeKalb in support of E. A. Shetter, attendees voted unanimously to assist him in every possible manner. The trial date has been set for Monday, September.

DeKalb Hotel DeKalb E. A. Shetter

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Louis Ginnoe Hie Memphis Team Gianocchio Fisk O’hara State Teachers College Dekanlb State College George Terwilliger Stella Terwilliger Russell Gage Ask Rockford Contractors Louis B. Breuer Missouri Kansas Louw Herbert White Prohibition Texas Oklahoma Bulletin Ck. Til First Street Avalon AIR Board Senate Marcelling Carl Lindeberg Rochester CN. Y. Baptist Clinton Wunder Aurora Verdun Lke America Atlantic Treasury Alexander Hamilton Callaux Bert Shetter
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