08 Nov 1921
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Newspaper
Macomb Daily By Stander
Location
Macomb, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1921
Page
1
Veterans memory event scheduled November 11 1918 at Macomb and Oakwood areas with American Legion and local committees urging townspeople to pause at 12 o clock noon for a memorial service. The Macomb village high school and Oakwood cemetery will host ceremonies honoring service members and urging collective remembrance.
fragmented OCR notes report ongoing interest in theatres and a deal involving Porter and Macomb. mentions a former local man and interior work, with references to Leander and Nhenee in county contexts and a morning update on housing and affairs.
An official area report states that Nacer assumed control of the Johnson Station and will carry out duties in tandem with ongoing operations. The move reflects a broader reorganization affecting local oil facilities and staff.
In observance of Armistice Day the By-Stander will not be published next Friday November 11. Advertisers should plan around the cancellation when arranging schedules.
The column notes a one cent price cut on cocoa colas at Macomb soda fountains. The fatigue relieving drink costs six cents with tax, down from seven. The author argues this small cut helps consumers save pennies daily, adding up over a year.
Springfield Illinois November 8 Associated Press Governor Small resumes signing his name on the remaining 2.5 million dollars in hard road bonds. At noon he had signed 1500 with 2500 left to complete tonight.
American and Canadian prohibition officials announced a gentlemen's agreement to curb liquor smuggling across the border. The pact aims to coordinate enforcement and seal routes to reduce illicit shipments.
Three men entered the Republican State Bank in Minneapolis this afternoon and forced officials and patrons into the vaults before escaping with 15000 dollars in cash. They fled in an automobile.
E A Germer announces that six robbers attacked an Illinois Central train near Paxton. Five train crew and passengers were wounded as the mail car was dynamited and burned. Two pouches of registered mail were taken and two more overlooked. Estimated loss around 400 dollars. The robber gang fled into the night after a 45 minute encounter.
Western group railroads including Santa Fe Great Western Rock Island Northwestern Union Pacific Northern Pacific agreed on immediate ten percent wage cuts. Notices will be posted and committees drafted to prepare filings for an early hearing before labor authorities.
The A C Dehority & Co store hosts a style show at the Illinois Theatre on Thursday and Friday evenings with full orchestra, spotlights, and stock garments. Fifteen to eighteen Macomb young ladies model, beginning at 8 30 with no extra charge. Little Miss Dorothy May Donoghue performs. hats come from Mrs Edmonson's shop.
Stella Emersyvan an 18 year old student shot herself in her Des Moines Iowa home after a period of despondency blamed on her mother s recent marriage to a man of another race Neighbors notified police of the tragedy and the motive linked to family strain.
A suit was filed in Omaha against John Larsen airplane maker and Col. H. E. Hartney, Washington pilot, seeking 2639.70 dollars for damages to Charles Jensen's house when a plane they were flying crashed into it on August 3, 1920.
Six men were killed and five wounded in an election fight shortly after polls opened at the Clayhole precinct and Troublesome Creek in Breathitt County Kentucky. A special train carried physicians to treat the wounded from Jackson.
A son was born to Mr and Mrs Morris Lunne Eli formerly of this city according to a message received today. The father is the son of the late Attorney Geo Junnieliff and the mother was Miss Ros Payne prior to marriage.
Mr. and Mrs. C. EB. Thompson, longtime East Carroll Street residents, came home from Peoria hospital to 271 North Second Avenue after severe injuries from an August 23 automobile crash on the Springfield Peoria road. Each has a broken leg and crutches, with months of recovery ahead.
Urbana Illinois November 7 The federal government is importing parasites to combat the European corn borer and state agricultural men hope these parasites are established in Illinois before the pest spreads. Word comes from W P Flint University of Illinois chief entomologist who notes extensive government experiments in control measures and urges farmers to protect crops.
Two Melvin Thomas estate properties were sold this afternoon at the south door of the courthouse. Special master E B Hampton oversaw the sale. East Jefferson street home brought $1 005 to Mrs Bertha Ringer, while the South Madison street property sold for $1 504. Attorney A L Hainline handled the proceedings.
The event marks Better Speech Week with activities in both the High School and Teachers College. Various methods emphasize the importance of clear speech and effective communication.
The 1852 built Danley residence on West Jahnson Street has been sold to F A Bland who will remove it. Walter Lance plans to erect a modern home on the site possibly in the fall.
City council last evening adjourned after approving several petitions and referring others to committees. Actions include fireproof roofing for new structures, a two story residence roof upgrade, street light installations, and permission for a small coal house. An ordinance authorized a sewer project on West Washington, 2348 feet long, to start in spring.
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