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Quincy Whig

Location

Quincy, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Apr 17, 1869

Page

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City Fiscal Reports Prompt Calls for Transparency

A fragmented urban notice discusses the last fiscal year of Andantel city government, citing the mayor and city clerk reports, debt statements, and expenditures. It contrasts Springfield’s police bills with Quincy’s, urging full disclosure of financial affairs and urging strong voter turnout for ward offices. The piece also covers Andrew Johnson facing accusations of misused funds in a Knoxville speech and Brownlow’s refutation.

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Who to Be Mayor of Quincy Amid Reform Debates

Citizens dispute whether Ben F. Berrian or another candidate will win the next mayoral election in Quincy. The piece argues about pensions, salaries, and the fitness of officeholders, noting opposition from the Herald and court officials.

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Illinois items and local political notes

Illinois items report Peoria efforts to secure a state reform school site. Missouri cattle moved to eastern markets by the Toledo, Wabash and Western railroad. Mercer County buys land for a Fair Ground near Aledo. Kankakee charter election yields a full Republican city ticket and five of six seats. A boy named Kirk Graham injured at a turntable incident. A Pe ru company clears 100000 in ice business. others profiting similarly. Knox county vote defeats removal to Galesburg. Knoxvillians accused of fraud. Pittsfield Flag criticizes Griggsville. Rail line impact on Pittsfield discussed. Decatur notes Samuel Peters, poor man living in a wagon, plans to travel to Europe with inheritance. source claims large fortune. The report cites direct information from Mr Peters.

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Farmers Plant Corn Early in Southeast Missouri

Southeastern Missouri farmers begin corn planting as early as the first of the month, signaling an early start to the growing season. The move reflects favorable soil conditions and optimism for an robust harvest ahead.

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Dangerous cosmetic preparations warned by physician

A fragment warns that mixing laquered polishes and related substances can cause severe illness and death. It describes palsy like paralysis, facial twitching, loss of limbs, sudden death, and urges avoiding all such preparations as unsafe.

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