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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1916
Page
7
Editorial reflects Charles Evans Hughes arguing ambition is to serve with an efficient American government. He asserts holding high office is not an end but a means to honor America’s name and capacity worldwide, urging public service.
A Detroit car maker demonstrates America’s wage and machinery edge in producing popular priced vehicles for export, surpassing Germany and France in standardized mass production. Economists warn the advantage will erode as others improve, but innovation will sustain a strong U.S. export base. The piece also notes Wilson’s veto remarks on war measures and bankers funding allies’ loans as Mexico’s war costs rise.
By H. Addington Bruce argues that commercial success hinges on painstaking accuracy in both statements and actions. He warns that careless wording and faulty statements injure customers, mislead clients, and can have severe consequences, from ruined reputations to costly legal or medical errors.
In New York on August 18 the U S district court heard arguments and reserved decision on Pant Corp which owns Woolheen fight films seeking to enjoin Durtrey Field Malone collector of the port from seizing the films If granted the injunction the films would be exhibited though their importation is prohibited by law
British embassy rejects American claims that Turkish merchants seize trade secrets via examinations. The embassy says such procedures would violate British law against the seizure of official information. Thornhasey said no offense evidence will be presented at this time.
The editors urge a settlement of the strike and a system recognizing the connection between railroad rates, wages, and the cost of living. They warn a prolonged conflict could rival any past strike, and call for arbitration to preserve industrial peace and prosperity.
Washington Aug 18 Republican members of the senate finance committee issued a minority report denouncing the revenue bill. They say it is wrong and ignores the serious international crisis. The report notes total appropriations this session around 1.7 billion dollars versus 1.1146 billion in 1916, with preparedness additions not exceeding 390 million, and asserts congress has appropriated about 20 million more than any prior session outside preparedness.
Special Agent Rodgers reports two American brothers, Hamilton brothers, ranch owners in Oaxaca, held in Mexico City. One is accused of killing a Mexican in 1912. the other’s charge is unclear. Mexican authorities say the slain bandit was killed by federal troops near Hamilton’s ranch, and another band member now accuses Hamilton of the killing.
Illinois Police Association held its annual meeting with about 200 members. Martin Murphy of Joliet presided as officers were elected including President Chief Fred Licht of Forest Park, Secretary B J Delager of Moline, and Treasurer D D O'Brien of Chicago.
Col. James A. Price, 87, long time Missouri resident since 1841, died here Friday. His mother was Miss Nancy Lee, a cousin of General Robert Lee.
The tiny Whitefoot endures relentless laughter after a joke about scaring Buster Bear spreads through the Green Forest. Friends and foes tease him, making him hide and lose sleep and appetite as the bear chaser nickname sticks. Whitefoot longs for the joke to end and for his dignity to return.
No one can feel good while suffering from constipation. Treat with Dr Kings New Life Pills. Buy a box and take one or two tonight. In the morning the stuffed dull feeling is gone and you feel better at once. 25 cents at your druggist.
A local pageant features Uncle Tom's Cabin with a grand street parade planned for tomorrow. Tickets cost 10 cents for adults. children under five free. The morning parade showcases bloodhound costumes and a dramatic incident with Fatty Bellows, later clarified as a harmless mishap from cherry tree antics. A piano purchase and lessons are announced for Gen Hicks. Hen Van Ness faces blame over pet snakes after a curbside incident.
Sterling urges Illinois Gov. Dunne to call a special session of the General Assembly to pass emergency voting legislation for about 14,000 Illinois soldiers on duty in Texas. Rep. Medill McCormick backs the plan, with Sterling predicting solid legislative support and noting soldiers seek campaign materials.
A section of temporary bleachers at the Trumbull county fair grounds collapsed during a boxing match injuring several and leaving two missing. About a thousand spectators were hurled into a wreck as a 25,000 crowd panicked, police restrained a stampede.
Aug W C T Anderson of Chicago was elected president of the Luther League of America at the convention in Toledo Ohio. Officers chosen include first vice president QO GC Rohde Toledo second vice president C W Rapp Milwaukee general secretary Parry Hodges Philadelphia treasurer P Walter Banker Wilkes Barre Pa secretary of literature Luther M Kuhns Omaha. The sessions closed Thursday afternoon with a Lutheran rally in the evening.
Berlin reports Teutonic allies opened a Balkan offensive and captured Florina, a Greek town, from Serbian forces, according to the war office on Friday.
An advertisement touts Vooley's Honey and Tar as a remedy for hay fever asthma coughs and colds. It claims to soothe sore throats ease breathing relieve hoarseness and wheezing without opiates and help restore natural sleep. Miller and Arthur Drug Co.
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