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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1920
Page
4
Des Moines to Quincy and La Grange face rising flood levels as the Mississippi crest looms. Reports warn 19 to 26 feet in places with water spilling over riverbanks. Levee districts stay vigilant as cabins and shanty towns are partially submerged and skiffs ride near doors.
A reconstruction of a fragment notes George H. Stipp and a prominent delegate effort at a convention in Galesburg with strong contention as a hundred delegates prepare to vote and credit is discussed amid local political activity.
A terse exchange records a member of a fraternity lamenting slow progress and a doctor noting missed chances. The quote hints at personal strain and a concern for ongoing health or livelihood, reflecting campus life and medical oversight.
At a midday luncheon the Lions faced a peculiar dilemma over John Carroll who faced a heavy fine or marriage. Carroll chose marriage, aided by Lee Mays who quickly found a bride amid doubts that the bride resembled George Ernst. County officials, Judge Frank Garner, and Judge Wolfe oversaw the case, with Herman Wendorff and O B Gordon speaking on the Anna Brown Home endowment and local finances.
Chamber of Commerce back pay suit delayed due to attorney illness and high water. The case was taken from the docket for this term in circuit court. Other Wednesday cases were postponed, and witnesses were prevented from traveling to Quincy.
W E Neberling of Third and Spring Street was arraigned in Police court for storing spoiled meat alongside sale stock. Heerling was fined 15 dollars after inspector L M Buchanan testified. Neberling claimed the bad meat was to be ground with wine for chicken feed. Judge Reardon upheld the fine. Anthony Bandamo faced taxi license charges but proved valid, and was discharged.
Three High school students joined the Overall Club on Wednesday and wore denim to Quincy High School. Principal J F Wellemeyer says the fashion may save money but doubts the style will prove popular.
Needy Quincy residents appealed to the Associated Charities and Miss Ida Hapke for furniture donations. A 16 year old boy’s needs include a coat and vest, a mattress, and bed clothing. Miss Hapke operates from Community Service offices at 232 North Fifth Street.
Mrs. C. W. Ingersoll of 528 Vine Street died after a year long illness. Born in Paloma 52 years ago she lived in Quincy many years and belonged to Central Baptist Church. She is survived by husband six children two daughters in law and several grandchildren and siblings. Mrs. Albertina Krause of 529 South Thirteenth Street died at 12:50 PM after weeks of infirmities. Born in Germany April 1 1834 she immigrated 40 years ago and lived in Mt. Sterling before moving to Quincy. She was part of Salem Church and Ladies Aid. Survivors include three daughters a son a granddaughter and a brother.
Barney Sathoff died at 9 15 am Wednesday at his home 739 South Ninth street from stomach cancer after years of suffering. Born in Quincy in 1857 he lived here his entire life. He leaves a brother John A Sathoff clerk of the Park hotel.
Deputy Sheriff Jack Connery returned from Camp Grant where he testified in the entrainment desertion case against James Poe. Virgil Johnston, former exemption board chairman, said Poe’s arrest leaves four deserters at large. 24 deserters were identified in Quincy, with 34 guilty locally but punished nationwide. Johnston noted his illness but attended proceedings.
The Newman Motor Company of St. Louis wins a $100 forfeiture from Clough-Reihm of Quincy. A jury in the circuit court found the St. Louis firm owed nothing to the Quincy firm, and the $100 stake remains with Newman. The case was heard Tuesday and verdict delivered to Judge Albert Akers Wednesday morning.
Assessor Charles Zang calls on corporate officers to submit capital stock assessments to his office. Previously corporations listed stock assessments with either the Board of Review or the Illinois Tax Commission.
The sophomores provide a Shakespearean program for Friday with talks on popularity and reading, a Julius Caesar scene, an interlude The Faires Plea, and cast lists led by Elizabeth Taylor and Robbert Gorr. The Musselman Medal will be awarded and a Centennial tennis tournament is planned for all students. The girls Student Council meets after school Thursday.
A Tuesday campfire hosted by Col Shepherd post G A R drew many old soldiers to share war experiences sing war songs and read verses. The event featured the Woman's Relief Corps home band Neill orchestra and boxing by the Sullivan twins. It marked the season’s last campfire. several home residents were on passes furlough or discharge with numerous transfers and hospital stops noted.
Harvey M. Myers of LaSalle Extension University told Retail Merchants and Chamber of Commerce members that imagination and courtesy drive successful selling and permanent customers. He highlighted letter quality, and noted chain stores lack delivery systems raising costs, while local dealers gain favor as community builders. George Gabriel presided. many women attended.
Local residents and visitors, including E. J. Sharlow and William Wallace of Golden in Quincy, a Legion meeting at Community Service HQ, and various residents from Clayton Camp Point Augusta Hardin Golden Missouri and Payson seen in Quincy. Also openings and events: American Hat Bleachery at 605 Maine, eye ear nose throat service, a Mariied party for couples, and a Farm Bureau hog breeders meeting with E W Nelson attending.
El Paso report says HI M Harris an insurance man and a woman described as his wife were killed in a double shooting after deputies raided a hotel room in Alpine. Deputies carrying a warrant for Harris on a bigamy charge heard shots and found both mortally wounded. Harris reportedly confessed to having a wife and seven children in New York before dying.
Deputy Game Warden Charles Clarke led a team to trap a black buck at the Soldiers Home wild game preserve. They corralled the animal with a river seine, overcame a fierce struggle, and prepared it for shipment to Dr. Eugene Cohn at Kankakee State Hospital, where a wild game zoo seeks a black buck and has two black does.
The Quincy Catholic unit of Illinois votes to recommend adopting a design by John Sohm as the official emblem. Discussion centers on states convention May 16 to 18 and expanding Catholic society affiliations. Convention speakers include Very Rev Philip Marke, F M rector at St Joseph seminary Teutopolis, and others from St Louis Elgin Milwaukee.
Lora Power filed for divorce in circuit court alleging desertion by her husband Russel Power after a marriage on August 22, 1917. She states he disappeared in October 1917 and she cannot locate him despite diligent search. Suit set for the June term. Carl B. Berter serves as solicitor.
Delay in notices reduced turnout at the Route 31 committee meeting. Chamber of Commerce members gathered Wednesday afternoon and agreed to postpone the general meeting to Friday afternoon at 4 o'clock.
George Cunnane son of Mr and Mrs William J Cunnane has purchased the Belasco cigar store at Sixth and Hampshire streets from the Rudolph Kiefer estate and has taken possession He served with American forces overseas during the war.
Real estate transfers include John M and Julia Garner to Charles W Garner for 11000 in Clayton part section 17. Metha H and Fred Prante to Frederick and Susan Gerringer for 1200 in Wood's add to Quincy lot 14 block 95. John E and Sarah Frazier to C A Randolph for 4250 part section 18 Mendon township. James N and Leona Neal to Joseph Sandon for 10 in Melrose township. John P Brennan to Alexander Devore for 414 Poling Cruttenden's add to Quincy. Belle Veach and Earl G Veach to Emory O Peacock for 2700 part section 14 McKee township.
The Whig Wants helps many to bigger, better positions through promotion guidance. Capable energetic workers reach out for greater jobs by presenting their capabilities to prospective employers via The Whig Wants. Contact information provided for inquiries.
County Superintendent John Steiner announced raises for teachers outside Quincy for the coming year. Rural teachers gain 15 to 25 dollars monthly, village teachers 20 to 30. Charles D. Hawk leads with 222.22 monthly at Golden Community High School, eight and a half months. Others include principals Ursa George Stickney 1600.00, Oscar L. Dittmer 1062.50, and Riverside Robert E. Boyer 135.00, plus multiple assistants and clerical staff across Coatsburg, Highland, and rural schools.
Burlington railroad announces K line trains are not arriving on schedule due to water covering tracks for about three miles before LaGrange Missouri. Water ranges from six inches to two feet above rails. crossings are slower but not yet dangerous.
The Lily baseball team hosted a dance at the Eagles hall with about 650 attendees raising funds for club finances. Prizes went to Miss Margaret Zengel and C. Straub. Manager William Fraser announced the lineup including Mast as captain, Wall, Kemner, Stroot, Holtman, Megrary, Freese, Freese, Otte, Trimpe, Humphrey and Tensing.
Sheriff Jim Simmons left Wednesday evening to bring to Quincy from Chicago Bentley Hutchison who is wanted here on a charge of criminal assault preferred by Alvina French who is not 16 years of age. The warrant was issued last fall and Wednesday Sheriff Simmons received word from Chief of Detectives James L Mooney of Chicago that Hutchison is being held.
Josie Keith and Rose Seed were arrested at Burlington station Wednesday night by Patrolmen Todd and Nicoly. They will be charged with vagrancy in police court today after being warned to avoid the station.
Naval canvassing personnel based in Quincy are ordered to depart for Pittsfeld Monday for a five day recruiting drive. While here the recruiters enlisted four men. John Scobee of 517 Sycamore Street remains in critical condition after ingesting muriatic acid with suicidal intent last Friday at St Mary hospital. The Quincy lodge of Odd Fellows initiated three candidates to the first degree in its Tuesday meeting. Final plans set for an anniversary at the K P hall on April 29 and a district meeting around May 15.
In the recent days the county clerk’s office issued several marriage licenses as spring warm weather arrived. Recipients on Wednesday include William Mammen aged 22 from New Canton with Miss Freda Godfrey aged 20 also of New Canton. Also listed are Daniel Walz and Miss Dorothy Gronemeyer both from Quincy, John Michael Engler 24 of Quincy with Miss Helena Henrietta Davis 20 from Hannibal, Walter J. Feld over 21 of Quincy, Mrs. Amanada Anna Moshage over 18 of Quincy, Carl Witt and Miss Marie Altman both of Quincy, Fred W. Hempelmann 23 of Quincy with Miss Esther Bruenger 21 of Quincy, Albert Miller 21 of Quincy with Miss Helen Hellhake 24 of Quincy.
April 22 in Woodward Kansas City announces the Kan sas City American association basketball club has secured Frank Wood ward a pitcher from the St Louis Nations.
Quincy Kiwanis received its charter at a dinner marked by frolics and speeches. Jack Pearce denied paternity of Quincy Kiwanis while praise for organizers and 250 members followed. A staged prize fight and wrestling, plus songs and music, filled the evening.
Dickerson McAfee was installed as exalted ruler of the Quincy Elks at the regular Wednesday meeting. He could not attend the inaugural ceremonies two weeks earlier. The group decided to appoint an entertainment committee and a house committee for the coming year, with chairmen and members to be named soon. A lunch and smoker followed the business session in the club rooms.
Bond of five thousand dollars posted in the estate of Mary Hellhake by August B. Hellhake and Gertrude Meierkord as executors with Quincy real estate and chattels valued at 740.30 plus notes and accounts at 1,600. Anna Mary Longietz posted seven thousand dollars in the estate of John M. Longlett with chattels at 888 and notes and accounts at 5,100. In the estate of Leander Burke chattels and notes totals 1,? with executrices Alta B. Waite and Sylvia O Grimes.
The report notes showers and possible thunder squalls Thursday with fresh to strong shifting winds, turning cooler later. Friday expected to be fair and cooler. It covers Missouri Iowa and Kansas City area, with unsettled Thursday in eastern Iowa and northern portions, cooler Friday east. Local temperatures and river stage readings from Keokuk Warsaw Hannibal Louisiana St Louis are listed, with Des Moines river fall start Thursday and Mississippi fall gradual, forecasting crest levels at several towns by Thursday to Friday.
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