08 Feb 1922
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Newspaper
Macomb Daily By Stander
Location
Macomb, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1922
Page
1
In Ma city, local figures discuss a court decision triggering mixed sentiment among residents. Officials weigh impact on policy and community mood as the issue draws attention from business leaders and neighbors.
Residents and representatives are divided on keeping or abolishing the Macomb city court. Voters weigh expenses against local access with many arguing the court is unnecessary while others insist it serves public needs closer to home.
Quotes from J W Campbell William Watson and others reveal a local clash over a city policy. Supporters argue removal saves money while others warn against losing a local benefit and highlight annual costs and allocations to Macomb.
Organization of a local post of the Ladies Auxiliary to the American Legion in Macomb is underway. The first eligibility meeting for prospective members is set for tomorrow at 3 00 PM in the African Legion rooms at the city building. Mothers wives sisters and daughters of World War service members are invited.
In Belfast area on February 8 a large number of leading Unionists from Counties Fermange and Tyrone were abducted from their homes and moved to unknown places. Fifteen arrests linked to the kidnappings were reported as B. B. Specials were mobilized in Tyrone and Fermaugh. Other extensive kidnappings occurred in County Sligo with Sir Joselyn Gore Booth among those seized.
Washington February 8 A fight over jurisdiction erupts between the agriculture and military committees amid negotiations on the Muscle Shoals sale and lease. The agriculture panel votes to obtain the Week report on Henry Ford's offer, arguing the issue affects farmers through potential cheap fertilizer production.
Mrs. Blain Dougherty and family left last evening for Norfolk Nebraska after learning her father Philip Powell is seriously ill. Powell, from Littleton, had traveled to visit a son before Christmas and has suffered prolonged poor health.
Fire swept the former United States transport Northern Pacific off Cape May New Jersey at 1 AM. Dawn revealed the ship a total loss with four men reported missing. The Herbert T. Wylie and Transportation rescued crew from boats. second mate and two sailors saved, others still unaccounted. The ship sank by 4:34 AM. a separate wreck occurred at Cape Cod.
A good crowd attended the Purdy and Conwell sale of Big Type Poland Chinas at Bushnell sales pavilion. Thirty nine head averaged 4 dollars with a top price of 120 dollars for a gilt sired by Minute Man. Two labor gifts sold for 99 and 100 dollars. The final two pedigrees were granddaughters of Clansman of Illinois Dance. A Valentine dance is planned next Tuesday at Jolly's hall with Campbell's orchestra and other features.
Yesterday marked the fifteenth wedding anniversary of Mr and Mrs M E Roark of East Jackson Street while today is the former husband’s birthday. Mrs Roark hosted a family dinner last night bringing together relatives including Dr and Mrs J P and Mr and Mrs J B Roark of Bushnell.
Shaking with gobs, Miss Normand stared at the white face, tried to pull free as a set aristocratic head confronted her. Her companions dragged her away after she stepped forward, she moaned and collapsed. She was led to a small ante room with Peavey following.
The regular monthly county meeting of Odd Fellows at Bardolph drew about 240 members who enjoyed a supper served by the Rebekahs. Initiatory work occurred in Bardolph High School gymnasium as the crowd filled the large space. The menu included chicken pie mashed potatoes gravy pickles cheese coffee and cream cake.
Secretary of State Louis Emmerson asks local officers to cooperate in enforcing night lighting statutes. He believes strict traffic law enforcement could prevent about 90 percent of accidents. State auto inspectors will assist, but their numbers are limited, requiring broader cooperation.
Springfield, IL Feb 8 The Anti Saloon League will press the fight against a proposed constitution article granting Cook County unlimited representation in the lower house. State Superintendent McBride announced the continuation. Chicago's Walter Wilson urged a uniform income tax replacing property taxes.
The Mississippi Valley Baseball League was formed in Cedar Rapids today by six cities Dubuque Rock Island Marshalltown Ottumwa Waterloo and Cedar Rapids. Mike Sexton was elected president of the new league and also holds the role of president of the Association of Minor Leagues.
Robert T. Clingan, an incumbent alderman from the third ward, filed his petition today. The filing appears through Try By-Stander job printing.
A local law firm secured a Supreme Court victory after opposition from fourteen other law firms. The decision marks a notable outcome in a high profile appellate dispute involving multiple legal teams and the state’s highest court.
In a Vermont Community district dispute lawyers seek a rehearing in the supreme court after attorney Atherton filed the motion. Fourteen firms support the move, challenging the ruling that the district is accessible to all pupils. The Colchester and nearby districts face pending action with May term likely.
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