01 Feb 1922
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Newspaper
Macomb Daily By Stander
Location
Macomb, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1922
Page
1
A brief notice reports approval of a flu settlement in New York at an epidemic stage. The report mentions actions by authorities and indicates forthcoming measures to address the health crisis. Further details are not provided in the fragment.
Officials move to reopen Bardolph bank with stock subscriptions and asset transfers as state auditor validates certificates and deposits. In New York City influenza cases surge to epidemic levels with 813 flu and 283 pneumonia cases and 31 deaths reported in 24 hours.
Police Chief reports suspect Jilley picked up in Macomb for investigation after a prior incident in Fulton. Officers found unclear evidence on arrest. release considered probable as officers weigh actions and past events.
Fragmentary OCR describes a medical case involving a child with a spinal tumor. Mentions parents Mr and Mrs Serota and the Holmes hospital. Details are garbled but implies cautious hopes for saving the child despite poor chances.
State authorities warn officers statewide to arrest drivers lacking 1922 license numbers when receipts prove an application for a plate has been made. Authorities say ample time was given and fault lies with the autoists who failed to obtain new numbers.
Indianapolis February 1 United Mine Workers of America pledge unreservedly to pool interests with railroad organizations and back them against proposed wage schedule attacks. John L. Lewis says invitations go to sixteen major railroad bodies as rail workers face compulsory wage cuts amid broad propaganda.
The teacher's college basketball team defeated Quincy Y 21 to 11 last night. The game was competitive throughout and the final margin exceeded expectations. Tomorrow the Academy team faces Industry High School. Baptist Missionary meeting notes include a 2:30 pm session with Mrs. W. Armstrong and hostesses Mrs. Pleugel and Mrs. Armstrong.
Delegates applaud Chairman Hughes as the Washington conference approves the five power naval limitation treaty. Open sessions also adopt resolutions on submarines poison gas and China measures. Hughes hails the agreement as ending naval race while preserving security.
Lafayette Ind Feb 1 Don White All Western conference guard was dismissed from Purdue University athletic programs for playing semi professional baseball and basketball.
Believers discuss whether the groundhog will see his shadow on Thursday February 2. Forecasts suggest clear skies could mean six additional weeks of overcoats, while clouds imply an early spring.
Attendance on the second day of the session was good as the college hosts a Community Day. The schedule includes instructional films like The Homesteader and Spring Valley for farmers, plus Corn Day activities for men and a separate program for today. Ladies receive lessons on child feeding budget planning and dressmaking while visiting Monroe Hall.
A. E. Staley of the Staley Manufacturing Company announces the firm will discontinue all athletics tied to its print that relied on public support. The baseball team led by Joe McGinnity is dropped along with football due to sharp competition and bidding for players.
Springfield reports Axel J. Leander Macomb alderman narrowly escaped injury when a car crashed into his touring vehicle and hit a telephone pole. Both cars were badly damaged and Leander, a former A I P lieutenant and current American Magnestone officer, is reported uninjured. Births note a girl born to Mr and Mrs Ellis Connor of Linear Table Grove.
The Knox Glee Club six piece orchestra will perform for a dance at Jolly Hall on Friday night. The event promises lively music and civic entertainment for attendees in town.
McDonough County tax collections will likely begin Saturday as the tax books near completion in the county clerk’s and treasurer’s offices. County Treasurer John A. Barclay seeks bond approval in Springfield, with four Macomb banks signing, as taxpayers are urged to use local banks or the treasurer’s office for payment.
Robert Moore of Bushnell was arrested by Sheriff E. L. Sapp and jailed after an indictment for conducting a house of ill fame. His wife Jessie fled as officers arrived. both had earlier faced related city warrants and justice court actions. The case faces trial in the current circuit term.
James Stockwell Broke his collar bone in a Saturday afternoon wrestling match after a basketball game. Dr Irwin treated the injury. Stockwell runs the East Side restaurant and Harry Waite will manage the business during his confinement.
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