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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1917
Page
8
A shopper notes a store credit of sixty five dollars while admitting she sent back almost twice what she kept. An essay argues the changeable return policy weakens women’s judgment and could add a ten percent tax on goods. The writer favors modest returns and even supports a small tax to lower prices.
Daily Fashion Hints notes strong demand for capes this spring with military motifs dominating. Reversible silk or satin capes, often lined in contrasting colors, appear with arm slits or dolman styles. A navy velour cape with a white silk vest demonstrates a two piece look, elastic waist band, and pearl buttons, signaling a broader trend toward fitted vests and detachable cape combinations.
Irene Bohne and Fred Bueter will wed this morning at 9 in St John Catholic Church with Rev Father Postner officiating. Attendants include Myrtle Bohne and Paul Bueter of Detroit. A breakfast for immediate relatives follows at the Bohne home. Bueter plans a trip north then Detroit.
Richmond readers are urged to consider Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound to ease menopausal symptoms. The ad cites relief from headaches, dizziness, hot flashes, nervousness, and other effects during this life stage, featuring a testimonial from Mrs. Lena Wynn of Richmond.
Tags go on sale for the Old English May party in Southpark on May 1. The event is hosted by the physical department of the association. The Business Women's Club held its regular supper at the Y W C A followed by a business meeting.
House leaders plan a revenue bill for nearly two billion dollars, betting on no nationwide prohibition this session. Prohibitionists hope for a ban on sales to soldiers, but lawmakers expect higher liquor taxes from whiskey and beer. The Ways and Means subcommittee moves quickly and aims to report within a week.
Construction of 50 frame barracks and 25 mess halls will start next week for the officers reserve camp at Fort Sheridan. The facility plans to train 3500 men from Illinois Wisconsin and Michigan with Lieut Henry T Ferguson named temporary commander.
In The Hague, April 25, Dutch foreign minister Jonkherr Lou don stated in the first chamber that under any pressure the government would stay neutral. Also noted: Captain John Lyon, skipper of a Nyack to Tarrytown ferry, begins his sixty fifth year with the company.
Miss Letitia Bener and William J Schlottman wed at 10 o clock Tuesday in St John s parsonage with Rev Joseph Postner officiating. Attendants were Miss Bertha Schlottman and Edward Schlottman. They plan a Chicago honeymoon and eventual move to a flat with her parents at 619 Vine street.
London April 25 Spain declares it will defend its life if Germany persists in sinking all vessels to safeguard its own security. The Spanish note says if Berlin sticks to its course Spain must emphasize its right to defend itself in response.
Petrograd cabled London reports the government has accepted a war ministry proposal to discharge all soldiers aged more than 43. The move affects a large segment of veterans and could impact unit strength in the field.
New York April 25 physicians bulletin reported Madame Sarah Bernhardt remains in the same condition with no improvement and notes that a blood transfusion operation has not been decided.
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