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Yesterday's temperatures ranged from 73 at 7 am to 85.5 at 12 noon. The 1 pm reading was 73, and midnight stood at 70 degrees, reflecting a warm day with a cooling evening.
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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1915
Page
5
Weather forecast brief for Missouri and town areas
The forecast calls for showers and cooler conditions Tuesday in eastern Missouri with cooler temperatures. Tuesday morning may be partly cloudy with showers in the east, followed by Wednesday as fair and warmer statewide. In town, expect partly cloudy skies Tuesday with a slight warming in the west and a Wednesday return to fair and warmer conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Missouri
River Stage Forecast Updates Through Evening
River bulletin reports water levels at 7 PM yesterday across multiple points. Forecast indicates rising to about 15.3 to 15.6 feet by tonight or Tuesday morning, with notable rises near Quincy and Hannibal as conditions stabilize by next day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warsaw
Hannibal
Quincy
Mississippi Senator Criticizes Democratic Party Actions
Senator Williams of Mississippi voices strong criticisms of the Democratic Party's recent two years in power. He condemns tariff blunders, a failed merchant marine bill, flawed passenger safety law dates, and a war tax law misdraft, concluding the party is generally unreliable and incompetent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John
Pa St
Mississippi
United States
Williams
Mississippi to Hold Statewide Hangman's Bee This Week
Following the Becker execution in New York, Mississippi announces a statewide hangman’s bee to occur Friday. Six men are slated for execution at various points across the state, four of them colored and two white, with only executive interference able to halt the plan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York State
Mississippi
Death penalty debate crosses state lines in reform and horror
The piece contrasts capital punishment in Illinois and other states, noting sensational depictions of executions and questioning the drive to abolish the death penalty. It highlights ongoing public debate, with some states enacting reform while others maintain retributive justice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Illinois
Mississippi
Becker
Commonwealths
Quincy Civic Improvement League Fights Sidewalk Obstructions
Quincy residents back the Civic Improvement League in opposing gasoline fillers under sidewalks. The five year old group cites over four hundred violations remedied and warns that granting easements for such obstructions would violate law and undo trusted city improvements. They urge the council to reject the proposed ordinance to protect sidewalks for all citizens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Quincy
Civic Improvement League
Supreme Court
Improvement League
League
Policy of Defense and Cabinet Changes Debate
The article discusses agitation over cabinet removals for national defense and cites critics calling for new blood. Secretary Daniels and Secretary Bryan are mentioned as politically motivated selections, with critics arguing such choices are common and aimed at strengthening political support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daniels
Navy
Bryan
National defense policy and congressional cooperation urged
The article argues national defense requires more than politics, backing a national preparedness program. It calls for Congress to align with public sentiment, urging the administration to heed the demand for a new naval and military policy while noting possible cabinet influence and the need for decisive action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Victor Murdock Sees 1916 Victory For Progressive Party
Victor Murdock of Kansas, leader of the progressive national committee, claims a three months Midwest and Pacific coast canvass shows the progressive party will win in 1916. He says convention battles will focus on platforms, not candidacies, and that tariffs and protection will be key issues. He notes Democratic readers have failed to solve economic questions and predicts voters will rebuke the Democrats after two years of trial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Victor Murdock
Kansas
Progressive Wnat ‘Onal
Middle West
Pacific Coast
Progressive’ Party
Murdock
Democratic “Party
Republican Party
Progressive Party
Fragmented Weather Note in German Correspondence
A partial weather item mentions showers and cooler conditions for today. The text also references German correspondence and predicts no new developments beyond typical showers and cooler weather.
Editor Night Gap and Other Dated Musings
A satirical wrap on local crime, advertising, and public figures. The piece riffs on a Jacksonville hold up and compares quirks of publicity to Harry Thaw and lieutenant governor Barrett O Mara. It notes wedding coverage gaps, grape juice popularity, and a lengthy British note within a broader, ironic collage of current topics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry K. Thaw
Provernor
Barret O' Mara
Daily Lessons in History One Hundred Years Ago
A historical recap notes events dated today across past eras. It recalls Avignon mobs desecrating Napoleon’s general Brune, 1815. It marks 75 years since 1840 birth of Lord Mersey, who led inquiries into Titanic and related sinkings. Also recalls 1865 Shenandoah’s postwar actions and 1890 Emperor William’s visit to Queen Victoria.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Napoleon
Avignon
Marshal Brune
John
Charles Bingham
Lord Mersey
Ireland
Lusitania
Shenandoah
William
Queen Victoria
England
Birthday list of famous rulers and figures from a bygone era
King Constantine of Greece and King Haakon VII of Norway celebrate birthdays today alongside Baron Mersey, Alfred Deakin, Marie Deina, the Earl of Aberdeen, Dr. George L. Goodale, and Joe Mandot. The figures are noted with birthplaces and ages, reflecting a commemorative roll call of prominent leaders and personalities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Constantine
Greece
Athens
Haakon VII
Norway
Denmark
Baron Mersey
Bar
Alfred Deakin
Melbourne
Marie’ Deina
Earl of Aberdeen
Canada
George L. Goodale
Harvard University
Saco
Joe Mandot
New Orleans
Lines Worth Remembering War Quote In Peace
A brief historical quotation notes Horace on preparing for war in peacetime. The line emphasizes prudence and readiness as a wise approach to future conflict and national security.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Horace
Directors Increase for Quincy Casket Co to Five
The Quincy Casket Co. filed notices with County Recorder James Buffington to record an increase of directors from three to five following a stockholders meeting yesterday afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Quincy Casket Co
James Buffington
Quincy Boat Co Alleged Violator Charged Over Beer Sale
Bellevue Iowa Aug 2 Roy Dyas filed in Justice of the Peace court alleging the G W Hill excursion violated Iowa liquor laws by selling beer to minors on the Mississippi opposite Jackson county. Captain Wisherd was arrested, trial held, defendant bound over to September Jackson county grand jury, bonds posted, released. Under law both towns Illinois claim jurisdiction over the river, court may punish across borders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bellevue
Iowa
Roy’ Dyas
Justice of the Peace Butner
G. W. Hill
Mississippi River
Jackson’ County
Wisherd
Jackson County Grand Jury
Illinois
Lima Christian Church Picnic to Be Held Next Saturday
Members of the Lima Christian Church anticipate one of the most pleasant days in the history of the congregation next Saturday for the annual picnic. A chicken dinner, fish supper, and ample good things to eat are planned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christian Church ‘of
Lima
TIZ Foot Relief Advert Claim Exaggerations
An old advertisement extols TIZ for aching feet with bold claims about ending tender corns bunions and smelly feet. It promises instant relief after a foot bath and urges buying a 25 cent box at drug or department stores, asserting dramatic comfort and happiness for feet.
One of Greatest St Louis K of C Chorus Visits City
The St Louis K of C choral club of 72 members visits this city, presenting a program that showcases a wide range of songs and harmony. The group’s forthcoming appearance is a highlight for local audiences.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis K
St Louis guests greeted with concert in Highland Park
Saturday's visit by St Louis citizens includes a reception for Quincy's party arriving by steamer Dubuque at 6 30 p m The Fifth Infantry band will lead the procession to Highland Park for a concert by the Knights of Columbus choral club directed by William Diebels Miss Malvine Parry contralto will solo noted for her exquisite voice and stage presence
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Quincy
Dubuque
Fifth Infantry
Highland Park
Knights of Columbus Chora! Club
William. Diebels
Malvine
Parry
Miss Parry
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