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Quincy Whig

Location

Quincy, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Aug 24, 1916

Page

9

Germans Misjudged and the German Mind in War Debate

A Heidelberg professor analyzes Nietzsche Treitschke and Bernhardi, arguing Nietzsche’s misread as arch German figure, Treitschke’s national pride and historical stance, and Bernhardi’s influence on English and American opinion. The piece notes England’s ignorance of Treitschke, Bernhardi’s large US readership, and the dangers to German policy from foreign commentary.

Nietzsche Treitschke Bernhardt University of Heidelberg Herman Oncken Germany Trietschke Macaulay George Bancroft Ranke G. P. Gooch Lord Roberts Bernhardi Wilson Theodore Roosevelt Matin France Lord Northcliffe England J. A. Cramb Queen’s College, London Cramb Adam Smith America von Bernhardt United States Bernhard Theodor von Bernardi Beraardi Clausewitz

Ensign Green Reports On Crockerland Search

Washington Aug. 2 Ensign Fitzhugh Green of the United States Navy returns to Copenhagen and makes no mention of locating Crockerland, Peary’s claimed Arctic continent. The government hydrographic office removed Crockerland from charts amid Cook and Peary claims. Green, a Missouri native and Annapolis graduate, was assigned to Crockerland expedition as government representative in 1912.

Washington United States Navy Fitzhugh Green Crockerland Navy Department Copenhagen Peary Greenland Cook Helgesen North Dakota Ensien Green Crackerland Missouri Green Annapolis Navy American Museum of National History American Geographical Society University of Iinois D. B. MacMullan Lincoln Ellsworth W. F E. Ekblaw Daniels

Dr Nevitt Steele Dies in New York at 66

Rev Dr Nevitt Steele trustee of the General Theological Seminary president of the seminary and former vicar of Trinity Church died in New York on Wednesday in his 67th year. He served as chaplain of the Daughters of the American Revolution and led the seminary alumni association.

Nevitt Steele New York General Theological Seminary Trinity Church

Russia awake to her future energies of empire

Stockholm dispatch notes American, English, French travelers describe a rapid Russian awakening as war fuels industrial, educational, and military mobilization. Factories run day and night, railroads expand, and a massive peacetime transition is forecast. Tens of millions may be trained for industry and arms, prompting cautious optimism about Russia becoming a dominant world power.

Stockholm Sweden Russia Great Northern Empire Ufe Associated Press Petrograd Moscow

Missouri Democrats to campaign on national issues

Jefferson City Aug 24 Missouri Democrats will base the state campaign on national issues after Senator Reed spoke two hours at the platform conven tion He did not mention the Major administration and insiders say Reed avoided state matters on advice from Senator Stone Republicans have dubbed the Major regime the tango administration and some leaders urge countering the critics.

Jefferson City Missouri

New Chinese Republic Orders Trial of Ex-Minister

Chow Tzu-Chi, long-time minister under Yuan Shi-Kai, is named for trial by the new Chinese government and branded among monarchists to be punished. He reportedly lives in the British concession of Tientsing, out of reach unless charges are made. The unsettled Chinese crisis heightens danger to the accused if tried.

Chow Tzu-Chi Yuan Shi-Kai China Tien- Tsing

When a Busy Little Gun Snaps At You from a Mountain Peak

Herbert Corey chronicles a tense moment on an Italian army road in the Trentino as a hidden mountain gun alternates harassing shellfire with a chorus of crackling, while Italian infantry push forward under heavy packs. Amid danger, soldiers laugh and sing, revealing the paradox of cheer amid hardship.

Herbert Corey Trentino Littleaven Montain Jay Friend

Soldiers march toward the valley amid rising darkness

In a tense scene a narrator and companion push along a winding road as hundreds of soldiers march toward an impending fight. A pasty little gun is mentioned and a belief that they can proceed safely despite the danger.

Hearing September 13 on Armor Plant Bids

Washington August 4 Proposals from various cities offering sites for an 11 million dollar government armor plant will be heard by Secretary Daniels on September 13 along with private manufacturers offers for selling their establishments to the government. A written brief for consideration by the general board must be filed in each case.

Washington Daniels General Board

Sloan's Liniment Promises Quick Knee Pain Relief

James S Ferguson of Philo Pa testifies that one application of Sloan's Liniment gave wonderful relief after years of knee pain. The ad urges readers to try it at any drug store, claiming it penetrates without rubbing and provides rapid relief despite past suffering.

James S. Ferguson Philo Sloan

Kidney Cleansing Plan Promotes Ridged Kidneys and Urine Health

An advertisement claims heavy meat eaters suffer sluggish kidneys due to uric acid buildup. It urges stopping meat, taking four ounces of Jad Salts daily, and drinking a lithia-water mix to flush kidneys, neutralize urine acid, and prevent bladder issues.

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