Jurors Seek Release as Spring Work Delays Trial in Ladd Murder
Judge Davis faces juror shortages as spring farm work keeps potential panelists away delaying the murder trial of three Sicilians for Adelmo Tenozzi’s death near Ladd. Court resumes at nine with more veniremen. prior excuses mostly from farmers. The Tenozzi shooting occurred May 16 near Cherry and Ladd, with six bullets killing him. the three suspects were arrested at LaMoille.
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Davis
Adelmo Tenozzi
Ladd
la Moille
Delmo Tenozzi
G. Tonozzi
Cherry
Tonozzi
Flaherty
Four Minute Men and the Power of Tabloid History
An early 20th century defender lauds Four Minute Men as pivotal in WWI information efforts. He argues these brief talks shape public understanding, compare to generals, and unite news and editorials to spur patriotism and loyalty across the nation.
BUREAN MAN GOES UNDER KNIFE TO ENLIST
Joseph P. Vowels of Burean j underwent a minor operation at St. Mary's Hospital and seeks enlistment at LaSalle army recruiting. A physical defect barred him from service, but a LaSalle surgeon advised patriotic support and Vowels remains in hospital with plan to try again in two weeks after recovery.
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Joseph P. Vowels
Burean J
St. Mary’s Hospital
Vowels
LaSalle
Perdue
Ali
Mint Vaults Worldwide Guarded as U S Holds Billions
The article notes the Mint at Philadelphia houses fluctuating bullion and coins as the United States government elevates protection measures. It contrasts American safeguards with those in Europe and explains Uncle Sam’s extensive efforts to secure national treasury stores.
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Europe
United States
Sam
Philadelphia
Dangers of a Cold and Kidney Trouble Warning
A Webster Park resident reports cold related kidney trouble with backache dizziness and frequent urination. He credits Doan's Kidney Pills from Rathbun's drug pharmacy with relief and urges at first sign of kidney issues.
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Dean
P. F. Cole
Webster Park
Ill
Kit Eys
Doan
Rathbun
Mr. Cole
Buffalo, N
Decree Seeks Leave to Sell Real Estate of Deceased
In a January term order the county guardian administrator seeks court approval to sell the real estate of John Dubisky deceased. The hearing is set for February 23, with details limited to the probate proceeding and sale action.
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Ladd
Bureau
State of Illinois
Bureau County
Illinois
Annia Dubisky
John Dubisky
Mary Benster
de Bonis
Jhn Dubisky
Oui
Mminots
Euster
de Bon
Four Minute Men Promote Liberty Through Movie Audiences
The article extols Four Minute Men who speak during films to stir patriotism and support for Liberty Loans. Local volunteers, directed from Washington, deliver concise four minute talks to educate and mobilize audiences without pay, praising unity, economy, and national effort.
Little Consolation for Victims of Theft
A brief editorial notes that petty theft yields little solace for those robbed, arguing the loss feels small as money has diminished value with time. It reflects a sentiment from the Indianapolis News.
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Indianapolis News
Teachers Meet at Princeton War Crisis Conference
The Annual Meeting of the Bureau County Teachers Association will be held Saturday March 16 in the Princeton Township High School Auditorium. The theme is The Responsibility of the Schools in the War Crisis with talks by O H Shamory Geo O Smith Fred H Rankin Shailer Matthews and David Felmley and a session on Why Germany Can't Win the War led by Col P E Help.
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County Association
Princeton
Bureau County Teachers Association
Princeton Township
Rela Aa
H. A. Clark
O. H. Shamory Tiskilwa
Geo, O
Smith County
Fred H. Rankin
U. of I
Germany
Col. P. E
State Council of Defense
Chicago
Sati Keocsyt
Shailer Matthews
War Savings Committee
David Felmley
Normal University
County Institute Day Scheduled for Teachers and Officers
It is expected energy teacher in the county will be on hand promptly at 0 o'clock and will remain until the last speaker is through. This meeting is designated by the county superintendent as an institute day and considered as time lawfully expended in the district with no deduction of wages for attendance. School officers are also invited to attend.
Junior Red Cross Luncheon At Princeton High
The Junior Red Cross at Princeton High School will host a cafeteria luncheon offering sandwiches pies doughnuts and coffee in the High School Library at reasonable prices. Proceeds support a worthy cause and teachers are encouraged to RSVP to Miss Ople Gossett by midweek to aid planning.
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Red Cross
Princeton High School
Ople Gossett
Princeton
OBrien to Seek Pardon for Youthful Shooting Case
Guy OBrien, twenty four, who shot his former sweetheart Ida Torkelson last year, will appear before the Division of Pardons and Paroles in its March session at the prison to plead for conditional liberty. He was received March 15 1917 on a term of one to fourteen years for attempted murder near Yorkville. For months he has been a chauffeur for Warden Murphy.
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Guy O’brien
Ida Torkelson
O'Brien
Yorkville
O’brien
Murphy
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