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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1916
Page
7
The Quincy Whig issues a general notice dated May 5, 1888. It states the paper cannot be responsible for unsolicited manuscripts letters and other communications and that such materials are sent at the owner’s risk.
A critical commentary contrasts Exico’s local self-government failure with Cuba’s path after overthrowing Spain. It critiques Villa’s manifesto “Mexica for Mexicans,” likening it to Greece for Greeks, and notes internal forces undermining Mexico more than external threats as Boreas approaches from the north.
The navy board narrowed the armor plant sites to about a dozen cities, with Keokuk and other Upper Mississippi towns among hopefuls. Major opponents include Chicago and Cleveland. Quincy pursued a smaller plant instead. Congress members King and Williams backed the effort, while postal costs and local letters are mentioned as potential concerns.
The piece discusses whether Illinois may tax automobiles to fund road upkeep, noting New Jersey's similar license system and a U S Supreme Court alignment. It argues motorists accept fees for better roads, despite potential discrimination concerns, and suggests wagons cause road wear as well.
The passage argues that change is the universal law shaping all life and systems, from solar bodies to social institutions. It criticizes those who resist progress as radicals, noting that true advancement comes by embracing change for future generations, while individuals often fail to self-study and adapt, leading to deteriorating lives when surrounded by negative influences.
Democratic Leader Kitchin said Monday night he would offer a house resolution to adjourn for the Christmas holidays from December 22 to January 2. Speaker Clark, who had pressed for a shorter recess, predicted a compromise would be reached.
Baltimore and Ohio railroad issued notices that effective Sunday night it placed embargoes on all grain consigned to its elevators in Baltimore for domestic or export delivery. Grain designated for track delivery or private siding will be accepted but will not be reconsigned.
Danny and Nanny weigh staying in a warm cozy barn with Nibbler. They learn hay, straw berries, and stored seeds can make a comfortable home away from rough weather. Homesickness returns as they consider whether to remain in Farmer Brown's barn or return to their cornstalk home.
For indigestion and biliousness the key is keeping the bowels open and regular. A cluttered system leads to headaches sour stomach gas and constipation. E J Hudson of Cross Keys Ga endorses Foley Cathartic Tablets as a thorough cleansing motion without inconvenience or bad effects. Sold by druggists and distributed by Miller Arthur Drug Co for Honey and Compound coughs and colds.
A narrator meets multiple pushy agents offering a range of long term securities. China notes backed by tax revenues promise about 6.9 percent, Bordeaux Lyons Marseilles bonds yield around 6.75 percent, Brazilian Traction notes about 6.3 percent, Central Hawaieness Public Service bonds about 5.62 percent, and City of Toronto and Montreal bonds just over 5 percent. The choice confuses a modest saver's plan.
A newspaper advertisement notes that while food and clothing costs have risen, Foley Kidney Pills remain affordable for families. It claims the pills relieve backache and rheumatic pains, with doctors' bills hard to pay for those of modest means, and urges those with weak kidneys to try the product.
Gen Hicks reports daily Christmas rhymes and a parish play for Manny Lands. Students name roles such as Asier, Yurrup, Chiney, and Africksar with Fatty Berowes as Sandy Claws. Prof. Andy Anderson offers pitcher prizes for portraits. boys pay one cent, girls two for requests.
A vintage advertisement touts Dr King’s New Discovery as a long standing cough and cold remedy. It highlights soothing pine balsams mild laxatives and claims to drive the cold from the system with use for winter colds croup grippe and bronchial infections. Available at your druggist for 50 cents.
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