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Quincy Whig

Location

Quincy, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Apr 25, 1916

Page

8

Quiet election in Pittsfield yields sparse vote and reelects Swan

In Pittsfield on Saturday a quiet election produced a light turnout. B. H. Swan was re elected president of the board with Len Mathews and Lyndie King named for a three year term. The issue also notes new local business by a Charleston confectioner and several social and civic updates including court actions, marriages, and Easter visits.

Pittsfield Sone B. H. Swan Len Mathews Lyndie King Alexander Charleston Ill Strauss A. Clay Williams R. N. Anderson Edward Doocy Wm. Mumford Iser Creek Supreme Court Claud Watters Studebaker Elsie Powell New Raymer Colo Mollie Taylor Will Dutton Jst Galesburg A. Coley Beardstown Emmet Roads Detroit Hannibal Louis S Sneeden Ethel Gertrude Griggsville Ruder Potter Jacksonville Pittfield Harry Seeley Florida Warl Main Nebo Hadley Peter Pappas Eeeee Decatur George Carnes Mingis Fair Association C. E. Nelson John Briggs Kansas City Pittsfield House Ball Messrs. Bowman, Yonkers and McCune Louisia

Thompson Funeral Services Sunday in La Belle

Funeral services for Judge B F Thompson were held Sunday at 2 30 PM at the family residence in La Belle with many friends in attendance. Interment followed in La Belle cemetery. He died Saturday April 22 at 12 50 PM of Brights disease after a period of ill health. Surviving are wife four daughters two sons and several siblings.

LA Belle B. F. Thompson Judge Thompson Home Savings Bank Brights Ile Harry Smith Washburn Haldeman Messrs Vera Geraldine Audrey Selden Bay City Texas Bush Bondurant Eli Thompson LaBelle Jeff Thompson Bowling Green California Charley Brown Edina Marshall Merriwethe J. E. Love Green Geraldine Thompson Columbia Melvin Richmond Kansas City J. G. Richmond George Washburn Quincy Withiam Hawkins

LaBelle Briefs From Kirksville to Bay City Texas

LaBelle items note Billy the barber and Mary Dell McReynolds Easter visit with the McReynolds family. Robert Battles left for Washington. Wights Brothers Theater opened with The Night Before Xmas. Jeff Thompson of Bowling Green came for Judge B F Thompson’s death. Richard Minter buried in LaBelle cemetery. former teacher. Albert Campbell died southwest of LaBelle. Carmelita Dungan and husband visiting from the state university. Ralph Nicol stayed in LaBelle. Golden Thompson of Bay City Texas arrived for his father’s illness and death.

Billy LaBelle Mary Dell McReynolds Kirksville Normal J. C. McReynolds Robert Battles Washington Wight’ Brothers Canvas Theater Company F. Garrett Quincy B. F. Thompson Albert Campbell Here W. B. Anderson Carmelita Dungan The State University Ralph Nicol Edina la Belle Golden Thompson Bay City Texas

Mendon Sets Vote on $30,000 High School Bond Issue

Mendon voters will decide on a $30,000 bond for a new township high school. The board of education meeting Friday night set two proposed sites and called for an election date to be announced. The outcome will determine whether the bond passes and which site is chosen.

Mendon Board of Education

Foley Kidney Pills End Rheumatism Claim

A.J. Walsh of Sneffels Cole reports relief from rheumatism using Foley Kidney Pills. The ad argues kidney-toning action clears uric acid and treats aching joints, urging readers not to give up and to consult their druggist.

Foley A. J. Walsh Sneffels Cole Ulayo R. Walsh

Good Roads Advocate Talks Bond Plan Support

G W Flesner of Golden secretary of the Good Roads Co operative Association urged county officials bond plan to deliver value and pledged strong support for securing good roads. He also plans Adams County Golden Rule Good Roads Association formation across the county.

G. W. Flesner Golden Good Roads Co-operative Association Clayton Camp Point Houston North East Quincy Flesner Adams County Golden Rule Good Roads Association County

Dr Bell’s Pine Tar Honey Cough Syrup Ad

An old fashioned drug advertisement touts Dr Bell’s Pine Tar Honey as a effective cold remedy. It promotes Troney Pine Tar and Glycerine with other cough medicines in a pleasant syrup and claims quick cough stopping cold relief suitable for all ages. It emphasizes clear labeling and a price of 25 cents at druggists.

Troney Dr. Bell

Eagles Minstrel Show Features Noted Local Comedians

In the Eagles Minstrel tonight Mr Schneider is a leading city comedian known for surprising stunts. Peter Hartman is among the citys best black face comedians, performing with limited makeup but strong solo routines.

Mr. Schneider Peter Hartman Mr. Hartman

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