Quincy Library Needs Funding and Expansion Says Editorial
An editorial argues Quincy l ibrary, facing crowded interiors and insufficient working capital, deserves increased current expenses and building expansion. It cites Bloomington Danville Elgin Joliet and others investing more in libraries and urges the new council to provide needed funds and facilities for growth.
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War and diplomacy in uncertain times and public safety
The article weighs whether breaking off diplomatic relations with Germany would force the United States into war and notes historical precedents. It argues diplomacy may continue without war and adds a practical aside about traffic safety measures at downtown intersections using chalk markings.
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Davenport Times
Hostility to Change as a World Theme by Dr Cr
Fragmented prose argues that change threatens growth and civilization. It contrasts child development with societal stagnation, condemns military and aristocratic ideas, and warns that fear and outdated views erode progress. References to Europe, America, and leadership figures appear in sweeping critique.
Peace or War The Chamberlain bill urged for restraint
Multiple editorials weigh the Chamberlain bill as a peace measure and argue it should be supported to avoid war. They urge decisive leadership in the House to prevent emasculation while warning that drastic action may be needed if war becomes unavoidable.
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Chicago Tribune
Traffic markers urged for safer crossings in Quincy
A letter to the editor argues for pedestrian boundary lines at downtown intersections like those in other cities. The plan would place white lines to define a crossing square and a danger zone to guide drivers and reduce accidents. The writer notes the suggestion was made last year but not adopted.
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Illinois History Entry for April 26
On April 26 an 18th century nomination is noted involving figures tied to colonial Illinois history. The fragmentary text references selections and opinions about governance and justice, with a remark stressing patient autonomy in choosing treatment or outcomes.
Jerry Muskrat Keeps the Secret in the Brier Patch
Jerry Muskrat refuses to reveal Mr. and Mrs. Quack's destination, prompting curiosity from Peter and Sammy Jay. Despite pressure, Jerry keeps the secret as the trio muses over trust and hidden plans in the Green Meadows story.
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In Our School and May Day Pranks Reported
Readable diary style notes describe Lilac Grimes’ wax doll on the railroad tracks and a group prank by Lilac and George McLoughlin. After the doll was ruined, Lilac's mother complains, and George loses planned money for a doll. A separate tale shows Fatty Bellowes preparing for a May Day party, with Ex teaching him to be a Baptist by a cold swim and a comic mishap.
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Fatty barred from May Day parade by mother’s scolding
The column recalls Fatty being kept from a May Day party after a harsh punishment from his mother. The gossip column notes a truant officer Bowker and a carpenter, Mister, with odd remarks about a recent rabbinic joke, ending with a quip on a new birth.
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Torp Stebbins
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Bruther
Peter Rabbit Learns Secret Knowledge Upsets Him
The tale shows Peter Rabbit disturbed by the idea that others know something he does not. The next story follows Peter as he plans to visit Paddy the Beaver.
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Real Estate Transfers From Zeh and Balfour Records
Joseph R. Zeh sells It. 2 49 in Clayton to Rose Vonholt for 1200 dollars. Andrew Mead Balfour et al transfer part of Sw 12 and part Se 4% Sec. 13 2n Sw to John Truman Balfour for 6000 dollars.
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Rose Vonholt
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