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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1916
Page
8
The piece weighs the employer employee clash over overtime illness and loyalty. It argues sentiment has a place but no room for sentimentality in business, urging readers to put themselves in the other’s place and give a square deal to both sides.
The Daily Fashion Hints describe a suit blouse in colored chiffon over filet lace with white chiffon, trimmed by faille ribbon. The collar evokes Premet’s horse collar, improved by color placement. Materials include colored chiffon and lace, plus Georgette crepe for fall wear, with varied collars and several waist styles noted.
An informal W. C. U. gathering was held Tuesday afternoon in the society tent on the chautauqua grounds after the session. President Mrs. Mary Edwards directed plans to have temperance lecturer Mrs. Mary Harris Armour address the group between sessions Sunday. The Ladies' Aid Society of the United Brethren church meets this afternoon with Mrs. H. W. Trueblood for its monthly session. The Christian Endeavor group rehearses a play titled A Case of Suspension for future performance.
Grace Wilbur Trout was guest of honor at a Tuesday reception hosted by Mrs. George Wilson for Quincy suffrage activists and active women. The event featured informal talks, punch service, and tributes to women helping other women while praising Quincy’s parks and residential charm.
The Pierces opened with a merrier prelude in a comedy titled When Man Proposes and a whistling duet that drew laughs. The Chamber of Commerce Glee club then performed popular songs, and two Pierces playlets Conan Doyle's Confession and An Honest Lawyer followed, ending with praise for the Pierces and growing audience anticipation for Edwin R Weeks Dramatic company later today.
The Always Ready class of the First Baptist church honored president Sylvia Taylor on her fifteenth birthday Tuesday evening in the church parlors. Members presented a ring as classmates performed songs duets violin solos and readings. Volunteers served ice cream and cake during a social hour while yellow and white decorations brightened the room. The event drew many church members and added to the class treasury. The girl’s band organized eight months ago lists Sylvia Taylor as president Marian McNutt secretary Dorothy Scott treasurer Trene Schaffner class visitor and Mrs G R Taylor class teacher. The class began with eight members and now has twelve.
The marriage of Ruth E. Smith of Eubanks to Jonathan Edwin Steckman of Fowler occurred Tuesday at 2 30 pm in the home of Rev. L C Mauck. The couple, attended by Frank Bitle and Lucy Steckman, will reside with the bride’s mother in Eubanks after a ten day visit with Julius Haley in Sterling.
Prof Samuel L Adair of Loraine married Miss Maude Adams of Coatsburg Monday evening at Dr A LeGrand s home First Baptist church. Witnesses were the couple s parents and bride s grandparents. They plan to reside at 811 North Fifth Street after a short trip to St Paul.
Glenn Gabbert of Quincy and Miss Evelyn Smith of Assumption were married in the bride's home in Assumption Illinois Tuesday morning by Rev A H Flagge. They left on a trip to Starved Rock and Chicago. Gabbert recently moved to Quincy from Taylorville and is proprietor of Gem City Grocery Co in the 600 block Hampshire Street.
Aug 2 war reports say Russian attacks west and northwest of Lutsk ceased while others near the Stokhed and Kaszewka and north of the Samy Kovel line were repulsed. German and Caucasus fronts report renewed fighting and advances toward Sivas. Serbian posts claim gains near Jouville and Storsko with Bulgarian retreat. In Hem Wood near Maricourt French counterattacks reclaim ground after a fierce, repeated struggle.
General Funston said American troops can handle the bandit situation without outside help and criticized Customs Inspector Bean for summoning Carrancista forces to aid U S cavalry near Fort Hancock Texas. An El Paso report said two Americans and four Mexicans were killed in the action. Bean claimed fear of escape led to calling for aid across the Rio Grande.
New York reports indicate overproduction as the primary reason for further price reductions in crude oil and gasoline. Trade authorities note Oklahoma and nearby regions hold crude supplies far above current demand, with a ten cent barrel cut lowering prices to 1.25.
The Prairie Oil and Gas Company of Kansas reports its third price reduction since July 26, detailing ongoing adjustments in its operations. No further specifics provided.
London reports a Zeppelin raid in eastern counties with British aircraft and anti aircraft guns engaging the raider. The craft dropped explosives in many places, cruised over several counties, and vanished after dipping to a low altitude in mist off shore. No casualties were reported. At least six airships were involved.
Morning papers report Sir Roger Casement prepared for execution at 9 o clock Thursday in London. The executioner will be paid five pounds sterling.
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