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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1916
Page
7
Editorial notes the comfort clash of open back shirts and suspenders amid 100 degree heat. It traces fashion restraints for men, from heavy wool garments to leather belts, noting how social norms and evolving dress shifted attire for public appearances. The piece ends with a weather forecaster’s off day prediction about continued warmth and a Bermuda high.
The first chief expresses satisfaction at American interest while signaling Carranza will favor a limited military focus. He hints mediators will reflect Mexican views, and critics urge broader powers and final decision rights before any conference. The July 4th note is seen as narrow. The piece laments Mexico’s bent toward bandit issues.
The Carranza note accepts that American mediation policy is a commendable approach though marginally inferior to General Carranza's proposed plan. The exchange centers on comparing U.S. mediation with Carranza's own diplomatic proposal in the ongoing discussions.
A writer laments deteriorating roads from heavy truck and freight car use. Macadam highways once smooth are now rutted and patched, with concrete and brick replacing old surfaces. Massachusetts reports road damage from truck traffic. states face costly repairs and traffic restrictions to preserve surfaces.
Multiple editorials discuss Sir Roger Casement’s execution, calling it a political blunder and a test of law’s impartiality. Opinions range from viewing his death as a tragedy and a step for Irish liberty to arguing reprieve would reflect expediency. Citizens across Chicago, New York, Bloomington, Davenport, and Burlington weigh motives, legality, and future consequences.
Washington Aug 5 The Carranza note accepting the U S proposal states the Mexican government will appoint a three man commission to address the points of difference with the United States and a separate official will handle details of where and when the two commissions meet to begin work. The note is signed by C Aguilar secretary of foreign relations.
In a Green Forest adventure Drummer the Woodpecker eagerly hunts hollow trees for Buster Bear while Sammy Jay trails, curious about the purpose behind the search. Their pursuit leads to a large struck hemlock revealing hidden danger from bees within the hollow.
At the Soldiers and Sailors Home cottage 22 Mrs Green has been ill but sat up briefly Friday. Mrs McCune of cottage 20 is in Louisiana Mo to visit kin. Mrs W G Finch of cottage 22 reports a lifelong illness relief after July 16 episode. Several residents visited, including Mr and Mrs Thompson and Mrs DeJeans at 708 North Seventh. Mrs Converse and Mrs Higgin s welcomed new member. Pay day today. payroll must be collected on time. Mrs McCarty (cottage 20) is ill. Mr Williams (cottage 20) improves slowly but has boils. Some speakers lack terminal facilities.
A wry aphorism about a man who imagines two keyholes each time he returns late, implying he has no right to claim the key to success.
A humorous schoolyard reminiscence set in Brigham's town with Uncle Alfred, Short Leg Milliken, and ex Brigham tales. The piece pivots on leg injuries and local gossip about a portrait of Phil Wigglesworth, plus notes on George Mcloughlin's twenty-two warts and Bull Hickey's changing habits.
Senate resumed debate on the child labor bill while conferences continued on naval and army appropriation bills. Both chambers adjourned until 10 a m Saturday and noon Saturday respectively after considering and accepting conference reports on the agricultural appropriation bill.
On August 5 1712 Letters patent were assigned to M Crozat a French merchant granting him exclusive privileges of trade in the Mississippi valley The note pairs with remarks about people exaggerating salaries and the difficulty of pinpointing pay cuts The fragmentary text preserves historic patent detail and a cynical aside on earnings observe readers interpreting period context.
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