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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1916
Page
6
Quincy library board seeks city funding to enlarge the building and raise annual operating funds from 7500 to 8000. Architect plans exist with projected addition cost around 2189. The request proposes a two mill tax to cover 12500 addition and 8000 upkeep, noting the current 41869 volumes and crowded shelves.
Reports were read at the library board meeting on Monday afternoon. The building and grounds committee proposed beautifying the library grounds with flowers and shrubs. The report was approved and the committee empowered to spend up to 15 dollars for the work.
Abe Martin muses on appearing deep and thoughtful as he half regrets that they may have to take Mexico. He recalls a girl who once stayed at home because she had nothing hard to wear.
Miss Mabel Dralle and Prof John Schlinkmann of the Salem school faculty were married Monday afternoon in Columbia by Rev William Schliinkmann. They will reside in Quin cy after a return trip to Quincey. The couple, longtime Salem church workers, grew up in Quincy with the bride’s father once serving St Peters Evangelical as pastor.
Miss Bessie Edwards and Raynmond Kircher were married Sunday night at St Rose church parsonage by Rev Father Brennan. The couple’s parents attended along with Mr and Mrs Charles Kircher, Mr and Mrs W Edwards, and Mr and Mrs William Luther. The bride wore blue with a white hat and carried white roses. They will make their home on Oma Farm in North Thirty sixth Street.
The high school calendar is packed with activities through June. A Junior play dress rehearsal was held, tickets are selling, and two baseball teams practice nightly at Baldwin Park as teams prepare for a busy season and upcoming commencements.
At St Marys Academy pupils have worked on a Magnum Opus proposed by Dr W W Lauder. He lectured during winter and offered a prize for the best subject chosen from his lectures. Pupils return today after Easter vacation to resume studies.
Royal Arcanum hosts whist and dance Thursday evening at P Hall on April 27. All invited to attend.
The final city council session of the current terms featured Alderman George Genenbacher facing mayoral and council scrutiny over allegedly exceeding authority by permitting a resident to move dirt from a street for private property filling. Allegations sparked by a grading request at Fourteenth and Sycamore, with witnesses noting prior permission given by Genenbacher. The meeting marked the retirements of several aldermen and set the stage for new elections, while WA. Martin of the street railway company was ordered to explain repairs to bad track areas at the next council gathering. Deeds for nearby alleys and other municipal actions were also discussed.
William Hagemann aged 60 dropped dead while working in the garden of Fred Walbring in Payson. He was alone when found in a lifeless condition with a still warm body. Coroner Healey is notified and will hold an inquest in Payson. He had been living with Walbring since last fall.
Sergeant W. J. Johnson was sent to Keokuk last night and will return this evening to continue recruiting in the city. Sergeant Hanson planned to stay three days but will remain about a week to take the Neukuk subdistrict. Recruiting has been slow with many applicants examined but none passing the preliminary test.
Des Moines figure Schufert and Cedar Rapids leader Choate will speak at the Ad club Thursday at 7 30. Both are noted speakers and advertising interests are urged to attend for insight into truthful practices.
Emery B. Smith, 4:35 AM pneumonia, Co A South Reg. Town Infantry, admitted April 14. Mrs. Belle Santh of Kansas City notified. Christine Weintgartner, 75, pneumonia, daughter Mrs. Charles Genthart of Kewanee, burial in Kewanee German Lutheran church. Funeral Tuesday at two. Various residents and staff noted for health and hospital attendances. kitchen staff changes after illness.
The Adams County Memorial Association met in the Armory last night to arrange Memorial Day exercises on May 30. A further meeting is set for May 1 to appoint committees for grave decorations.
Herbert Faust wins first prize as first and second graders roll Easter eggs on South Park slope. Delbert Loos, E. S., and Kenneth Langan win secondary prizes in a day full of races, crafts, and music led by Women Teachers club and Miss Maude Harding.
The Women’s Christian Temperance Union announces the regular monthly Evangelistic gathering in rooms at 224 North Eighth Street this afternoon. Mrs Eva Frields leads the session, a chapter from a book being studied at regular meetings titled The Difficulties Concerning Faith and the Will. All who wish to attend are invited.
Attend the Royal Arcanum event featuring whist and a dance hosted by the K of P on Thursday evening April 27. Enjoy social time and entertainment in a community gathering announced for local members.
Dewey school will receive a new building valued at $75,000 with construction to begin soon. A special election is planned for May 6 to re-submit the bond proposition to Quincy voters, following the April 15 vote that approved a prior proposal. The board seeks public input on financing via bonds or a special levy over ten years.
The Belle of Calhoun returns from St. Louis at midnight with plans for weekly trips on Thursday and Sunday. High water prompts the ferry operations between West Quincy and the local port carrying about 300 passengers. Keokuk and Burlington freight moves continue triweekly, USS Somers and St Paul start regular packet service, and a steamer will leave each river point every five days.
Raymond and Kircher of Ellington filed for license on February 23, while Bessie Edwards of Ellington filed on February 25. The notices record marital license activity for local residents.
Partly cloudy in Limnels Iowa and nearby parts of North Dakota South Dakota Nebraska and Missouri. Temperatures to shift modestly with unsettled conditions midweek with a notable change in temperatures across regions and days including Tuesday and Wednesday.
Fatl River forecast shows the river tram below Warsaw to Louisana will fall very slowly for several days. Local weather bureau cautions minor changes and potential flooding risk remains low while levels drift downward gradually.
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