Historical covers for April 23: The aftermath of the Utica tornado
By John Sahly
Published on April 23, 2026.
As Shaw Media commemorates its 175th anniversary, the company's archives reveal four front pages from April 23, including those from the aftermath of the Utica tornado and the closing days of World War II. The Dixon Evening Telegraph reported on a manhunt update in 1934, while the DeKalb Daily Chronicle reported on the funeral of E.D. Alexander and the impact of the "Blue Eagle" NRA codes on local industry. In 1990, the Northwest Herald reported the release of Robert Polhill after 39 months in captivity in Lebanon. The Times-Philippe also highlighted the spirit of the environment on the front page, with a headline "Celebrate Earth Day."
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