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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1915
Page
5
Illinois and Missouri will be fair on Saturday with Sunday likely warmer. Partly cloudy on Saturday and Sunday, with warmer Saturday and cooler Sunday in the south. Local readings yesterday ranged from 34 at 9 a.m. to 72 at 6 p.m., with 46 at midnight.
The river between Warsaw and Louisiana is expected to keep dropping steadily for several days, indicating improving flood conditions as water levels ease.
A historical discussion argues that training for emergencies risks conflating defense with aggression. It notes American naval buildup, limited army expansion, and the need for land sea cooperation. Experts warn a large army without officers could be undisciplined, affecting national defense and policy platforms since 1908.
The text notes the US public wish to avoid war while remaining ready to defend the republic and promote tranquility. It contrasts Republican, Democratic, and third-party stances around 1908 to 1912, citing Béyan and general ideas of preparedness as widely accepted sensible policy in the period.
Petition blanks seeking a referendum on Springfield jitney regulation circulate in the capital city. Signatures will be presented to the city council, with the question going to voters if the council does not revoke the ordinance. The bond clause is supported by none but operators oppose the six hour service limit and terminal rules.
Citizens ask The Whig to help resolve missing or absent street signs in Quincy. Downtown signs exist but many residential areas lack signs or have vanished. Modest cost proposed to display names citywide with low ongoing maintenance.
A political note argues that Lawrence and Sherman allied with William J. Calhoun could capture the Republican nomination next year. Calhoun, who won the Illinois delegation for McKinley in 1896 against long odds, has been minister to China and commands a large following. The piece anticipates a convention with multiple favorite sons and a decisive, persuasive delegation.
Fragmentary text notes Tenois almost certain to be sent and Calhoun leading, with Springfield News comment on front leadership.
A Massachusetts figure Philip M. Clark urges progressives to join the Republican party, arguing it offers constructive reform while the Democratic party, he says, is reactionary. He notes his faith in progressive ideals but favors legislative enactment through Republicans. The piece also lists historical anniversaries and quotes Euripides on misfortune.
A Whig undercurrent in May 1843 discusses a split among local Democrats and Whigs over supporting the Quincy Herald. The piece notes rising subscriptions to the Quincy Whig, questions the Herald’s popularity, and hints at editorial tensions and competition for readers and dollars.
The writer argues that a subscriber may end service at will if not paid, calling this a legitimate right. They warn editors against complaining when readers cancel, asserting a poor article is often the reason and noting better options may exist in the market.
Charles S. Whitman governor of New York born in Norwich Connecticut 47 years ago Francis G. Newlands Nevada senator born Natchez Mississippi 67 years ago Bellamy Storer former ambassador to Austria Hungary born Cincinnati 68 years ago James T Lloyd Missouri representative born Canton Missouri 58 years ago Archbishop Robert Seton head of American monsignori born in Italy 76 years ago Dr Elmer E Frown NYU chancellor born Chautauqua County New York 14 years ago Dr Frederick D Kershner resident of Texas Christian University born Clear Spring Maryland 40 years ago George H Paskett Philadelphia National League outfielder born Cleveland Ohio 33 years ago
A. J. Edgell, 30, elected president of the International Association of Display Men by near unanimous vote at the convention. He also won first prize of 1000 dollars in a national letter-writing contest on making sales. Edgell serves as display service manager for the Society for Electrical Development and authors business method writings. The Society promotes Electrical Prosperity Week from November 29 to December 4 and aims to decorate storefronts and create whiteways in U.S. cities.
Thousands of people in Arkansas shelters along the White River face hunger as floods from days of rain drive featuring Newport Searcy Augusta and Georgetown residents from homes. Officials warn the crest may linger for days as rivers stay at flood stage and camps form for 1000 families.
The report summarizes a conference where governors discuss national defense and preparedness, noting the need to secure the nation amid concerns voiced by speakers including John Ay Dix, former New York governor, and Ernest Cy Lister of Washington, with emphasis on conservation and vast national interests.
Large delegations of sportsmen gathered in Minneapolis to support expanding the Minnesota Game and Fish Protective league. The group plans active roles in enacting and enforcing state game protection laws. Dr. W. H. Hornaday of the New York Zoological Park spoke.
Berlin reports the war office and admiralty announce a sufficient supply of woolen garments to cover all requirements for another winter campaigning. The collection effort has met the needed demand and will support troops in cold weather operations. Additional details on quantities or distribution were not provided.
NEW ORLEANS August 97 Harry Thomas Carey Hunt British consul general here has been recalled and T E Erskine of Portland Oregon will succeed him. He was criticized by the British colony for apathy toward the café of the German bomb makers arrested here.
Overworked and ill effects from aging cited as kidneys signal need for help. Foley Kidney Pills promoted to restore sound health by aiding elimination of uric acid and poisons, with Miller & Arthur Drug Co. as distributors.
Former President Taft warned in Berkeley that California acts as a clinical laboratory for social and political experiments that other states would benefit from at California's expense. He spoke to an open air audience at the University of California critiquing the west as more receptive to new ideas and urging West to pay the bills if they pursue such policies.
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