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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1916
Page
22
A fashionable woman in a fur-trimmed coat attracts scrutiny when a mother with a child sits nearby. The child’s dusty feet and a wagging lip prompt the coat holder to adjust her garment, provoking whispered judgments from fellow riders. The car scene highlights social class tensions among passengers.
A woman defends herself for an alleged act on a car, admitting she wore a borrowed coat for a special occasion and explaining her fear of being judged. She reveals four children, expresses misery over the situation, and urges judging acts by full circumstances and motives.
R and Mrs Christopher Miller celebrate 50 years of marriage with a high countywide notice. Born in Germany Christopher Miller arrived in New Orleans 1847 and Quincy 1857. He served in the Missouri volunteers, faced capture at Independence Mo, then pursued business in crackers and groceries with Miller and Son before 1890.
The Bewick's Wren, long-tailed and elusive, expands southward into fortieth parallel territory alongside the House Wren. The piece details its nesting in odd places, increasing local numbers, distinctive superlative motion, and the author’s plan to observe the birds, noting April arrival and the bird’s bold song. The narrative honors local observer Isaac E. Hess and the Miller family.
A fashion column notes that blouse color and cut determine appeal, with guidance on transforming existing waists by adding coordinated vest fronts and sleeves. Suggestions include using two fabrics, kimono sleeves, and new patterns to refresh old skirts with long or three quarter sleeves. Colors like wistaria purple yellow blue gray and tan are highlighted.
A brief guide from a scientist lists vegeta ble categories by nutrition and offers tips for buying and preparing produce. Roots and tubers should be uniform and firm, rinds solid, leaves crisp, and storage cold water rinses used for raw eating.
An old friend recalls Hiram packing a night gown for a sea voyage. He explains his reason, citing the motto Women and children first, and adds a wry comment on preparedness for a sinking boat.
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