Looking Back

1921 – 100 YEARS AGO

An enormous booze raid was pulled off by Sheriff Decker in the village of Hinckley on the 4th of July, resulting in the arrest of 15 violators. The first to be arrested was Edward Baie, who admitted he had operated a still of the capacity of about 10 gallons. His hired man, Leslie Martin, was arrested next, who admitted he was a co-partner of Baie in the distilling operations and also sold the moonshine, dividing the profits with Baie on a 50-50 basis.

Charles O. Larson was recently granted a patent on a baggage truck holder. This truck holder automatically holds the tongue of the baggage truck from the ground and also provides a brake, which prevents the truck from running off the platform onto the tracks. The device is remarkably simple and performs its work without any weights or chains. Mr. Larson has spent about a year’s work on this truck holder and he plans to manufacture and place it on the market.

The North Western crossing at Seventh Street was repaired yesterday and will probably last for several months. Today the section gang is leveling up the tracks in front of the station. The heavy traffic on the line makes it necessary to continually keep the roadbed in the best state of repair.

The Daily Vacation Bible school opened with great promise this morning. The leaders and teachers are enthusiastic over the prospects. There were nearly 200 children present at the two centers. The Methodist church is being used for the north side center and the First Baptist church for the south side center. It should still be kept in mind that this is a community school and these centers are being used to avoid the necessity of having the children cross the tracks and Lincoln Highway.

On Saturday night, “Rusty” Hedberg, of the news stand, who is always in a hurry, threw a tire from his Smith motorcycle in going around the corner at Pine and Fourth streets. Unable to fix it at the time, ”Rusty” pulled the wheel to the side of the road and walked. Officer Martin was called to the corner Sunday night by the residents who feared there might have been a serious accident. He pulled the wheel over to the church lawn. The police wagon was called and the broken wheel was taken to the station.

1946 – 75 YEARS AGO

Sheriff Al Deisz received a call at 1:15 o’clock this morning to the home of George Pigott, who lives west of the Kishwaukee Airport, that someone was stealing his chickens. When the sheriff arrived, no one could be found, but the chickens were still up and about causing quite a disturbance. It was not known whether any were missing or not. It was thought that due to the meat shortage someone was looking for a Sunday meal.

On Wednesday, the tree that stood between the two driveways at the north end of the Fargo Hotel in Sycamore was cut down. The stump is to be dragged out after which the preparations for paving will begin. The alley has been closed for perhaps some half a century and just a short time ago it was opened. After it had been opened a short while, it was decided that it needed some improvement. Since it will be used by large freight trucks, widening and paving is of main importance.

W.C. Mummert, farm adviser, announces that there will be an opportunity for farmers interested in new oats to see several new varieties in a trail plot demonstration. The plot, which is in progress for the second year, is on the DeKalb Agricultural Association farm located 1 mile north and 2 miles east of the Waterman airport.

A bright new sign is now swinging over what used to be known as Gambles Hardware Store and reads as follows: “Lee Hagen’s Hardware and Auto Supplies.” The products will be the same as before and the management will be the same. One half of the store will be devoted to electrical appliances and household goods while the other half will be for hardware.

DANCE – ELVA HALL. Saturday July 6. Starts at 9 P.M. Music by Brandt’s Orchestra

Hemp mill employees from Esmond and their families held a picnic Sunday evening at Kingston Park. Monday, July 1, saw the last of the hemp processed and the future of the plant remains undecided.

DeKalb’s playgrounds, which are operating on a regular fiveday-a-week schedule, are to take a brief vacation over the Fourth of July weekend. At the conclusion of the playground activities this afternoon, they will remain closed for the fourth, fifth and sixth of July. The four playgrounds will reopen on Monday, July 8, on regular schedules, which means morning and afternoon at the Glidden, Haish and Ellwood and afternoon sessions at the McMurry school.

1971 – 50 YEARS AGO

After years of delays and work on an extension for Annie Glidden Road from Alternate 30 south to Taylor Street (South Malta Road), the new arterial route opened officially this morning. When the tollway extension is completed, this road will carry considerable exit traffic and be extended further south to the interchange.

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Cortland School is pictured in 1934. Photo courtesy DeKalb County History Center Archives.

The newly created intersection upgrading at 14th and Pleasant streets in DeKalb left the corner with a vast cement expanse that has upset city council members due to its being useless and an eyesore, instead of a green area with plantings or at least with green cement and plastic shrubbery. However, now that the cement work is completed, children can maybe paint a shuffleboard court, hopscotch pattern or model car racetrack on the traffic island and hope they don’t get run over by a wavering motorist. If the island were built in downtown Chicago, it would make a fine bus stop or elevated train waiting platform, but in DeKalb, who has a use for it?

After 13 years of business in the Shamrock Tavern, 147 N. Third St., DeKalb, Tom McCabe Sr., plans to open a new lounge in the building that housed Wirtz and Wirtz Furniture.

1996 – 25 YEARS AGO

Illinois Gov. Jim Edgar signed several new gang laws last week, measures local law enforcement officials say could prove helpful, although perhaps not as necessary in DeKalb County as they may be elsewhere. A $1 million pilot program was launched to protect witnesses and victims who help convict gang members by temporarily relocating them.

The 3M Midwest Distribution Center in DeKalb is planning an expansion which should double the size of its current facility. The expansion will include a 150,000-square-foot addition of its Corporate Drive location. The new space will be in addition to the 38,000-square-foot expansion, and a new conveyor system, approved about six months ago.

Input needed for History Center Bracket Game

THE MIDWEEK

The DeKalb County History Center is seeking community input for a second round of a friendly competition to identify 16 historically significant “objects” throughout the county.

In conjunction with the upcoming exhibit, “History of DeKalb County in 100 Objects,” planned to open in September, the center is encouraging people to think about landmarks, locations, buildings (even those no longer around), as well as personal items that provide insights into local history. The objects will be ranked, put into brackets, and be eligible for voting starting on July 20.

The suggestions from the public will be compiled to create a second “History of DeKalb County in 100 Objects” Bracket Game Challenge.

“This is a great opportunity for our community members to guide us in identifying additional historic treasurers from throughout our county,” Michelle Donahoe, DeKalb County History Center executive director, said in a news release. “In 2020, the History Center selected the objects for the game, now we are asking the public to share their ideas on what to include in this second round.”

The History Center will collect the nominations until July 17. If there are more than 16 suggestions, the 16 most popular “objects” will be selected. Then, they will be arranged in brackets. Twice a week beginning July 20, two objects “compete” as people can vote during 24 hours. For the final round, the 2020 bracket winner – Dairy Joy – will face the winning object from this year’s bracket game. Voting will begin on July 20 and end Sept. 7, with the ultimate winning object announcement on Sept. 16.

Photo provided The DeKalb County History Center is launching a second bracket game connected to its September exhibit, “History of DeKalb County in 100 Objects.”

Participants will be able to cast votes via the History Center’s website or through the social media channels Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Detailed stories regarding each of the objects will be accessible through the website dekalbcountyhistory.org, along with a downloadable bracket form and the list of items from the first bracket game held in April 2020. For one day only, July 19, participants can register their vote to predict the winner of the 16 nominated object via the History Center’s website. All winning predictions will be in the drawing for a personal guided tour (up to 10) of the exhibit by History Center staff.

If you are interested in submitting a nomination(s), include an image and a short description of the DeKalb County historical connection with the object. Submittals should be sent by July 17 to info@dekalbcountyhistory.org. An image of the winning object will be displayed in the Exhibit Hall at the History Center among the “History of DeKalb County in 100 Objects” display. The opening of the exhibit to the public is set for Sept. 25.

For more information, contact the History Center at 815-895-5762 or info@ dekalbcountyhistory.org.

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Who is eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine?

The current COVID-19 vaccines are approved for the ages listed below: • Pfizer--12 years and older (must have a parent/guardian present at appointment) • Moderna--18 years and older • Johnson & Johnson--18 years and older

Citizenship and/or U.S. residency is not required or checked.

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DCCG Grow Mobile lists July food pantry locations

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The following is a calendar list of the July locations for the DeKalb County Community Gardens’ Grow Mobile, a mobile food pantry that offers free food and household items to all who come, no requirements necessary.

All food packages are prepacked and will be distributed drive-thru style. DCCG is working hard to ensure the well-being of residents, staff and volunteers and asks that attendees practice hand hygiene and to stay home if they are sick.

Grow Mobile dates in July: 4 to 6 p.m. July 6, Waterman Lions Park, Waterman 3:30 to 5 p.m. July 7, Malta Township Library, 203 Adams St., Malta 11 a.m. to noon July 8, Westminster Presbyterian Church, 830 N. Annie Glidden Road, DeKalb 8 to 9:30 a.m. July 10, Kingston Friendship Center, 120 Main St., Kingston 3 to 5 p.m. July 13, Cortland Lions Club Shelter, 70 S. Llanos St., Cortland 11 a.m. to noon July 15, Westminster Presbyterian Church, 830 N. Annie Glidden Road, DeKalb 3 to 5 p.m. July 20, University Village Apartments, near basketball courts, 722 N. Annie Glidden Road, DeKalb 3:30 to 5 p.m. July 21, Family Service Agency, 1325 Sycamore Road, DeKalb 4 to 6 p.m. July 27, St. Paul the Apostle Parish, 340 W. Arnold Road, Sandwich 11 a.m. to noon July 29, Westminster Presbyterian Church, 830 N. Annie Glidden Road, DeKalb

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Church to host hymn sing

Glad Tidings Church, 2325 N. First St. in DeKalb, will host a Hymn Sing at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 14. The public is invited.

Call the church office at 815-758-4919 for more information.

Adventure Works appoints new director

DeKALB – Katie Watts has been selected as the new executive director of Adventure Works of DeKalb County.

She succeeds founder Lynette Spencer, as she retires from the organization. Watts began her role on July 1, as Adventure Works enters its 12th year.

Watts brings extensive professional experience and knowledge in experiential learning, social emotional learning and administration. She joins Adventure Works from her current role as principal at Lincoln Academy in Roselle.

Watts holds a master’s degree from the American College of Education in educational leadership, and an additional master’s degree in curriculum and instruction.

Adventure Works is a nonprofit dedicated to guiding youth and their families in overcoming life challenges through adventure-based counseling and education. Learn more at adventureworksdekalb.org.

Meet new DeKalb schools leader at ice cream social

DeKALB – Residents are invited to meet the new DeKalb School District 428 superintendent at a free ice cream social set for Wednesday, July 7.

Hosted by DeKalb School District 428, the city of DeKalb and Facebook, the event will allow community members, students and their families to meet the new DeKalb superintendent, DeKalb Mayor Cohen Barnes, DeKalb Police Chief David Byrd, representatives from Facebook and other school and city officials.

The event is free and open to the community to attend. An ice cream truck will travel throughout DeKalb for the meet-and-greet event.

Times and locations include 1:30 to 2:15 p.m. at El Paraiso Minimarket, 418 N. 10th St.; 2:30 to 3:15 p.m. at DeKalb Public Library, 309 Oak St.; 3:30 to 4:15 p.m. at New Hope Missionary Baptist Church, 1201 Twombly Road; and 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at University Village, 722 N. Annie Glidden Road.

Group plans trip to Cubs game

The Northern Illinois University Annuitants are planning a trip to Milwaukee on Sunday, Sept. 19, to see the Chicago Cubs take on the Brewers at 1:10 p.m.

The group will enjoy infield box seats at American Family Field. The motorcoach will depart DeKalb at 10:30 a.m. with a pick-up in Rockford as well.

The trip cost is $125 per person for members, $135 for nonmembers and guests. Space is limited; reserve today.

For information, call Compass Travel at 815-756-1547.

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Guided walking tours of Sycamore return on July 11. The second tour of the season will feature North and South Main Street.

Historic walking tours continue July 11

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Walk through Sycamore’s past on Sunday, July 11. Guided walking tours offered by the DeKalb County History Center return this summer on the second Sunday of the month. Attendees can discover the stories connected to the many historic buildings in town during these informative tours.

A guided tour of North and South Main Street is planned for Sunday, July 11. Led by Stephen Bigolin, who has a strong knowledge of DeKalb County history, tours will explore the architectural and historical significance of the homes along Main Street. Two additional tours are scheduled: Aug. 15 will feature DeKalb Avenue and Sept. 12 will be Sycamore’s Historic District.

The July 11 tour begins at 1 p.m. and will last about 90 minutes. Participants should meet at the DeKalb County Courthouse. Advance registration is recommended. The cost of the tour is $5 per person (which will be collected upon arrival), and handouts with information on highlighted locations will be provided.

For details about the specific stops on the tour, or other programs offered by the DeKalb County History Center, call 815-895-5762. To register, visit dekalbcountyhistory.org, scroll down the home page to see “Upcoming Programs.”

Stage Coach Players to collect food, animal goods

DeKALB – Stage Coach Players will collect food and household items for local food banks while giving away fabric for those looking to create their own masks.

The group will collect items from 4 to 6 p.m. July 13 and July 27 at 126 S. Fifth St. in DeKalb, in the theater’s back parking lot.

The group will accept household and nonperishable food items for Salvation Army Food Pantry on July 13 and N.I.C.E. Center Food Pantry on July 27. Donations will be accepted boxed, canned and in plastic containers, not glass containers.

During July, the group also will partner with Tails Humane Society, Oaken Acres and Happy Tails collecting items to benefit animals. Accepted items include canned food for cats and dogs, treats, high quality dog and cat chow, unsalted sunflower seeds, peanuts and walnuts. Other accepted items include paper towels, liquid dish soap, hand soap, large garbage bags, cat litter, new and used pet carriers and toys.

Gift cards from Petco, Petsmart and other stores that sell these products will also be accepted.

For more information, visit www.stagecoachplayers.com.

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Northern Rehab Physical Therapy Specialists recently presented donations to Barb Food Mart, Spartan Food Pantry and DeKalb County Community Gardens. Pictured (from left) is Northern Rehab’s Melissa Beck delivering a donation to Joey Moore of the Barb Food Mart in DeKalb.

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N. Rehab raises funds for food pantries

THE MIDWEEK

Northern Rehab Physical Therapy Specialists recently presented three donations to local food pantries and organizations that help feed the community.

The funds were raised during the recent “Choose To Move Northern Rehab Challenge” event held during May.

This is Northern Rehab’s second fundraising event that encouraged the community to get out and enjoy the outdoors in support of promoting physical activity and raising funds for area food pantries.

“We chose these local nonprofit organizations as our fundraiser recipients because of the importance of their service in our DeKalb, Sycamore and Genoa communities by providing healthy food options for those needing help obtaining food,” Melissa Beck, physical therapist at Northern Rehab, said in a news release.

Donations were presented to Barb Food Mart in DeKalb, Spartan Food Pantry in Sycamore and DeKalb County Community Gardens and the Genoa Food Hub.

For more information about Northern Rehab, call 815-756-8524 or visit www.northernrehapt.com.

Deadline for Democracy Rally planned

DeKALB – Residents are invited to attend a Deadline for Democracy rally to encourage Federal senators to pass Senate Bill S1, the For the People Act.

The rally, organized by ReAct and the League of Women Voters, DeKalb County, will be held from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, July 8, at Memorial Park, at First Street and Lincoln Highway.

There will be five speakers and a musical interlude. The speakers include the Rev. Joe Mitchell of New Hope Missionary Church, the Rev. Eric Ogi of The Federated Church of Sycamore, retired professor Patricia Vary, Linh Nguyen, who emigrated to the U.S. from Vietnam, and Noah Laney, history major and member of the Northern Illinois University Forensic and Debate Team.

Deadline for Democracy events are being organized across the country in support of the For the People Act, which passed in the House of Representatives in March and is awaiting a vote to proceed to debate in the Senate. It establishes a variety of regulations for federal elections which support democracy by protecting voting rights, strengthening campaign contribution regulations, establishing ethics rules for candidates, and providing support for the US Postal Service.

Everyone is invited to attend this free event. Bring a sign and a folding chair.

– The MidWeek

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