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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1917
Page
10
A neighbor notes how illness can change a person toward selfishness yet Elizabeth, previously unselfish, shows strength and gentleness while ill. The discussion warns of how prolonged invalidism tempts care receivers to view health as their right and highlights the ease of selfishness when others constantly aid.
A 1910s style feature outlines practical women’s work garments replacing decorative clothing. It describes a loose blouse with bloomers, a detachable skirt, and an enveloping trench coat. Summer and cooler versions in khaki, linen, mohair, and tweed are suggested for farm work, driving, and other tasks men once did.
Fruits and vegetables tend to make body tissues and fluids alkaline, countering the acidifying effect of meat, eggs, and fish. The body functions best when neutral or slightly alkaline, making fruits and vegetables important for meat eaters.
The olive tree is linked to human history and civilization more than any other. It is the earliest named tree after the flood, a prominent figure in ancient allegory, and a symbol of prosperity and divine blessing with David as depicted in Psalms.
RS. H. A. CHRIST entertains her card club with two auction tables and high scorer Mrs. Theodore Urban. Miss Ethel Rice visits uncle Dr. J. H. Rice before leaving Colorado Springs. Central Baptist Women's society circles sew, mend, and prepare for a white sale. Mrs. Margaret Wray hosts Bible class, while Mr. and Mrs. Harry Walker honeymoon trip ends with Chicago home. W.C. T. U. institute features speakers on city needs. Various ladies groups hold needlework, bridge, and sewing club meetings. Do Shi Kai Friendship club hikes to Southpark. Grace Whipple Eastern Star hosts a 100-member supper program.
City Sunday School association met at Vermont Street Methodist church. New officers were postponed until July. Several Quincy school superintendents spoke on city Sunday school outlook. J M Carter, Adams County Sunday School president, spoke on county outlook. State convention in Kewanee May 22 23 and 24 with Quincy delegates attending.
The Loyal Daughters society and Berean Sunday school class presented a three act comedy in First Christian Church. The plot follows Gordon Clay foiling his partner’s scheme to ruin the heir, with Donald Steers as Gordon and Fern Burrows as Nan Worthington aiding his claim.
Miss Mary Duright and Harry Seger were married Thursday morning at St Boniface Church with Rev Degenhardt officiating. Attendant was the bride’s sister Clara Duright. They planned a breakfast reception at the bride’s parents home south of Fowler and will reside at 319 South Fourteenth Street. Seger works at Hartman Supply.
Miss Pear Thompson of Kansas City and John Wiegmann son of Mr and Mrs John Wiegmann were married by Rev Father Postner in the parsonage of the St 1606 Chestnut Street.
The ceremony took place Wednesday at 8 o clock with attendants Mr and Mrs Henry Wiegmann. A reception for relatives and close friends followed at the home of Mr and Mrs Years Wegmann. The couple plan to reside at Eleventh and Elm streets. Mr Wiegmann works for Arapheide Wagon company.
The Y W C A announces the Old English May party in Southparrk Rill with the cantata The Dream of the Flower. The event features Queen and Morning Glory roles, May pole practice at the Y.M.C.A. MooC, and a May Day revels program. Miss Sue Thorrington resigns as office secretary to join Perkins Engineering. The Dr ron In club met for a brief social session.
Miss Katherine Vee Collins, pupil of Miss Luella Knollenberg at Quin cy Conservatory, offered a delightful recital in the conservatory hall on Thursday evening. Her Beethoven Sonata Op 27 was especially well played. The concert will be repeated in Barry on May 9. Albert Tieithake at 919 South Ete street is adding a home on Jefferson street recently purchased from the Rottmann estate.
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