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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1919
Page
12
City council for Quincy instructed Mayor O'Brien and the finance committee to arrange for a weights and scales inspector. The measure follows efforts to curb profiteering and improve local enforcement.
Actress Ethel Clayton promotes Derwillo as a cure for tan freckles shiny nose and sallow skin claiming it replaces powder and stays on despite perspiration. One application purportedly yields rosy cheeks and velvety skin. Derwillo available at toilet counters. Reads to watch for Miss Clayton’s upcoming paper announcement.
A Berlin based product claims to remove facial and lip hair instantly without liquids or mess. It touts a dry odorless application and is backed by a money back guarantee. Advertises Wondersteen at 800 Fifth Ave and a $1 price via Miller & Arthur Drug Co with a free booklet.
Aldermen Hyatt Bisser and Klein proposed a committee report urging strict enforcement of weighed and heaped measures for all goods. The council adopted the plan calling for a cone of goods, clear weights, and prosecutions for violators. Separate notes warn purchases to demand full weight and report dishonest vendors.
Mrs Lucile Ensminger returns to Quincy after visiting relatives in Marceline. McClelland Wagg buys a new six cylinder Scripps Booth car in city. Several residents travel to Springfield for state fair and visit relatives. John Arthur McRae enlists in the Navy heading to Great Lakes. Local clubs plan additions while property and health news circulate.
Shrapnel and Sergeant Hermann of the local Marine recruiting station arrived Saturday after several days at the Marine base in Quanico Va where he passed examinations for the sharpshooters medal. At the camp Hermann’s old division the 6th was cited for bravery in France where only 40 percent of the regiment that went to France from this country returned. General Lejuin commanded the 2nd.
Integrity is described as the strongest human trait and the firm’s guarantee. It pledges to fix or redo any work at its own expense if materials or workmanship fail. The passage emphasizes that the firm aims to ensure the patron receives all due.
The Taylor road is not ideal but travel is light despite its condition. Recent temporary repairs held up well despite the weather.
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