07 Feb 1922
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Newspaper
Macomb Daily By Stander
Location
Macomb, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1922
Page
1
Unclear OCR text hints at a proposed vote on a ballot measure linked to HN Express or Quat Favor. The fragment mentions public involvement and potential voter action, suggesting a local referendum or campaign urging people to vote. Further readable details are limited.
Aldermen discuss continuing the Ma comb city court with most in favor and consider making city judge primary elections coincide with the general primary. City Attorney Switzer notes primaries must be on separate dates. estimated cost around 500 dollars.
Scott M Thompson 44 died at his home 600 West Calhoun Street this morning after months of heart trouble. A coroner's jury attributed death to valvular heart ailment. Thompson worked long hours at American Steel Products, often overtime to support his family, and was found in bed by his wife.
Los Angeles authorities say no warrants issued against Edward Sands linked to the William Desmond Taylor murder. A pale pink filmy night gown identified as Taylor’s property surfaces, with a three letter laundry mark and owner believed to be a famous movie star. Also reports from Springfield on Cook County political reform talks and a possible plan to limit county representation in the Illinois constitution.
Associated Press reports three Sinn Fein prisoners condemned for the murder of two constables at Londonderry jail last December have been granted reprieves, the announcement said today in Belfast.
Lyman Vose, long employed at a Dellas bank, arrived home last Friday for a several weeks visit with Attorney and Mrs. JL B. Vose. His health worsened from overwork and he will stay until fully recovered. Births include a son born Friday Feb 3 to Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Bainter of West Piper Street, and a daughter to Mr. and Mrs. Gee Munger of East Jefferson Street.
Local report notes a forthcoming annual basketball tournament at the Teachers College with multiple shooters expected to participate Thursday through Saturday. Details on teams and matchups remain forthcoming.
O. S. Champion, head of tournament arrangements, advertised in the By-Stander for suitable lodgings for the boys. He prefers places that can accommodate several boys, but reports if only one or two can be supplied will be appreciated by the school office.
A Richmond hotel fire early today destroyed the Lexington hotel and nearby buildings with estimated losses of 150000 dollars. Police fear 15 to 20 deaths among the 72 guests reported, as the blaze prompted extensive search and evacuations.
King George in London announces parliament will act to implement the Irish treaty and considers measures to uphold the agreement He lauds the Washington conference as a historic achievement and notes talks with France on a mutual defense pact Premier Livy a George hails the Washington summit as a major global milestone.
Washington police compared a Potomac River body to Evelyn Nesbit Thaw after a recent disappearance report. New York authorities were asked to help identify the body. Nesbit Thaw had previously attempted suicide by poisoning and was evicted from a tea room before vanishing.
Local newspaper promotes By-Stander ads for selling items with quick placement and wide reach through affordable classified sections.
President W P Morgan urged the Normal School of Illinois board to seek state funds totaling about 387000 for a new dormitory a campus expansion a 10 acre westward land purchase a greenhouse a larger heating plant and a larger gym with a pool plus farm improvements and more faculty to handle growing enrollment at the Western Illinois State Teachers College campus facilities and capacity.
The Brunswick Shop will occupy the west side square room formerly used by Gustavus cleaning and pressing, which has shifted a half block west on West Jackson street near the shop’s current quarters. Carol Miller of the Exide Battery station travels to Peoria for a two week course to learn the Delco Lighting System alongside partner Richarde.
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