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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1917
Page
3
Patrolman Flair resigns from the police department insisting the entire conduct unbecoming case is a frame up. He denies ever being drunk or doped and says witnesses will prove his innocence, though he accepts the resignation to avoid a costly investigation. He cites support from colleagues and denies remarks made in a pool room as false.
St. Clair county grand jury indicted three East St. Louis police officers Sergt Cornelius Meehan Sergt Harry OBrien and H L Wilson for murder over the early July race riots in East St Louis.
Patent remedy claims to dissolve gravel cure diabetes and rheumatic back issues for men women and children. Promises bladder regulation and two months of treatment per bottle with a dollar by mail option through Dr EB W Hall of St. Louis Missouri.
Miss Dorothy Dayton's black and white striped electric brougham burst into flames amid a street party. She shouted Fire and rushed to pull a rug to douse the blaze while three fire departments and the conductor who cut the crossed wires aided the effort.
London dispatch reports German socialists deeply disappointed by Britain’s refusal to issue passports to delegates for the Stockholm socialist conference. Officials fear the conference plan may be wrecked, signaling a setback for the gathering.
An 10 o'clock gathering at the Chamber of Commerce aims to recruit 25 men for Company E I N G. At least 40 volunteers are expected. if not, 25 will be chosen from attendees to sustain state service. Captain A. E. Zoller warned Quincy of muster out if 25 do not join before Wednesday night. The outcome rests on today’s recruitment drive.
In a Vatican message dated August 1, Benedict XVI urges belligerent leaders to accept a fraternal invitation to peace. He emphasizes equity in territorial questions involving Armenia and Poland and the need for a durable settlement that avoids further massacre, invoking divine guidance and the hope of pacific reconciliation.
Fire in oil and gasoline storage at Gem City Press Brick plant caused total loss of contents. Fireproof brick room prevented catastrophe. flames reached sheds but were contained. Fire department applied chemical and stopped spread. no injuries reported.
German commercial submarine Deutschland, once in the United States before entry, has been converted to a war submarine. It reportedly has a large operational radius and may depart for the Pacific. AP informant cites German losses totaling 20 to 22 subs since unrestricted warfare began, with four more lost in the Mediterranean.
Palmyra hosts its seventh annual Redpath-Vanter chautauqua with opening exercises by Superintendent T F Graham. The afternoon features Schumann Quintet with Kaplan duo, Helen Postue and F A Haines, followed by junior chautauqua setup led by Miss Mabel McGill. Dr Nan Sperry speaks Friday on industrial justice and women workers. Evening programs include Dr James L Gordon and Governor Frank B Willis addressing patriotism and opportunity in wartime.
The twenty first annual picnic of the Congregational church Bluff Hall was held Wednesday in the William Echternkamp grave area where it has long been hosted. Attendance was large as the Wabash train to Quincy departed with two extra coaches. Many Quincy autos joined the trip. A twenty piece church band played, and the big fried chicken dinner prepared by church women topped the day. The outing enjoyed ideal weather and was well liked by all.
Ursa will hold a drafted soldier boys tribute at the Ursa Christian church next Sunday evening. A special program has been prepared and all are invited, especially Ursa township soldier boys and veterans.
Public appeal touts Peterson's Ointment as a remedy for eczema rheum and skin sores. The ad guarantees 25 cents will cure piles or money back, with a testimonial from David A. Seymour praising its efficacy after years of suffering.
Brief notices list Snyder's Taxi phone 101 of 201, plans of Mr and Mrs George Harlandeft to Knox City for the fair, Eva Frields vacationing in Colorado Springs, a Red Cross benefit at Melrose chapel on August 22, and Mrs C L Boyle returning from Kansas City after her mother’s funeral. Also notes on Casper Dittmeyer seeking Mayo surgeons for his knee, Frank Arrowsmith recovering from an injury, Ursa Evangelical Lutheran church picnic August 22, Mendon band at the event, W E Hunsaker recovering from appendicitis, Elmer Lummis guiding a girl Sunday school trip to Camp Point, Elizabeth Oakley hosting a club gathering, and Miss Mary Hettich visiting from Vera Missouri, plus Otto Jaeger family visiting relatives in the area.
In Kansas City August 16 a federal official, Mayor Edwards and street railway chiefs joined a two hour session with business leaders and strikers representatives. Rain marred the day as patrons faced transport disruptions. Strikers demand union membership for new hires within 30 days and company negotiations through the Amalgamated Association, while the company seeks an open shop settlement.
Major Gen. William L. Sibert reviewed the first American expeditionary force contingent in France, marking the troops finally all together. He praised the display and expressed pride, with French officers noting the exceptional impression of the review.
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