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Newspaper

Quincy Whig

Location

Quincy, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Dec 14, 1916

Page

9

Golden Wedding Anniversary Celebrated in Loraine

In Loraine fifty years ago two couples Louis Pittman and William H Reece renewed wedding vows in a double ceremony at the Christian church with Rev I O Rocks Canton presiding. A church talk on parenthood followed by Mendelssohn wedding march marked the observance as families gathered to celebrate the enduring union across four generations.

Loraine, I Loraine Mendelssohn Christian Church I. O. Rocks Canton Louis Pittman Rocks Christian Church of H. O. Rocks Lota Poling Lena Treatch

Golden Wedding Guests In Loraine Celebrate Pittman Reece Union

The Pittman and Reece families in Loraine mark the golden wedding of Mr. and Mrs. Pittman and Mr. and Mrs. Reece with church ceremony readings, a loving tribute, and a lengthy community dinner. The couple’s five living children, sixteen grandchildren, and extended kin attend, reflecting a long history from Adams and Clermont counties. The celebration features a three-piece tea set gift, patriotic readings, and a noon feast of fried chicken, noodles, bread, cream, salads, desserts, and pies. Reverend Rocks delivers a brief address honoring the families’ contributions to the town.

Mrs. Pittman Mr. Pittman Simuel Shoemaker Henry Church of the Brethren Henry Hardy George Tate David Loraine Adams Phoebe Jane Swain Pittman Adams County Berkeley Springs West Virginia Clermont County Ohio Mendon Township John Nieder Waroldern Palatinate of Waldeck New Orleans Waroldern America Reece Anna Runyon W. J. Reece Charles Hester Mr. Reece Company K 118 Reg. Wl, Infantry

Hall's Catarrh Cure Claims Cure for All Stages

A 19th century newspaper notice touts Hall's Catarrh Cure as effective for catarrh in all stages, claiming internal action through the blood and mucous surfaces. Proponents offer $100 reward for any case it cannot cure and invite readers to request testimonials from F. J. Cheney & Co. in Toledo, Ohio. Sold by druggists at ten dollars.

Hall F. J. Cheney & CO Toledo Ohio Tic

Golden Wedding Promises Renewed by Aged Couple's Family

Following the ushers Cleavie Tud son Merl Crank Jessie Roberson and Fletcher Andrews four attendants Mary Runyon Juanita Reece Fred Emmett Pittman and Paul McCune, grandchildren and great grandchildren, stood under a golden bell as the couple renewed vows after 50 years. The brides wore costumes similar to their wedding day attire.

Cleavie Tudson Merl Crank Jessie Roberson Fletcher Andrews Mary Runyon Juanita Reece Fred Emmett Pittman Paul McCune

Christening of Bernice Strawn in St Marys Church

Bernice, the little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Strawn of South Eighth Street, was christened Tuesday afternoon at St. Marys Church by Rev. Father Zurbensen. Aunt Mrs J Jansen and cousin Henry Schoenekaes served as sponsors.

Bernice Liftle George Strawn South Eighth Street St. Mary's Church Father Zurbensen J. Jansen Henry Schoenekaes

Probate Notes in County Court

Mina Schelp mother of Supervisor Herman Schelp files a will dividing her estate equally among her children Herman August William Schelp and Mrs Hannah Frese Mrs Mina Ringsdorf and Mrs Emelia Meyer An inventory shows the principal asset a described lot in Berrians addition to Quincy excluding the north 57 feet Frank B Newland leaves estate to wife Fannie Newland and daughter Ollie M Newland in equal shares

Mina Schelp Herman Schelp Herman August William Schelp Hannah Frese Mina Ringsdorf Emelia Meyer Berrian Quincy Frank B. Newland Fannie Newland Ollie M. Newland

Foley Kidney Pills Endorsed by Bank Official

T. J. Norrell V P Bank of Cottonwood Texas writes that Foley Kidney Pills give great relief for kidney trouble and associated pains and sleep disturbing bladder disorders. He claims the pills cast out poisons and purify the blood, with strong endorsement from Miller and Arthur Drug Co Ady.

T. J. Norrell V. P. Bank of

Hallelujah Chorus hailed as universal sacred marvel

A contemplative critique extols the Hallelujah Chorus as a supreme musical creation. It likens its majesty to Niagara and the Cologne cathedral, praising its democratic reach, celestial imagery, and the soaring unity of voices.

Niagara Mont Blanc Michael Angelo Moses Cologne Jesus Lincoln David Olympus Earth Noother Heaven

Marion County Farm Bureau News Report

Marion County Farm Bureau News notes branch meetings at Stone Hill and Taylor with lantern slides on farm animals and permanent buildings. Nielsen outlines trips to the Philippines and cow testing benefits. Effort to form a Marion county cow testing and contesting association proceeds slowly amid modest membership. County Agent Nielsen facilitates signups and member agreements.

South River Branch Bureau Stone Hill School House Nielsen Farm Bureau Board of Directors Pee Dee Philippine Islands Taylor Branch Bureau Taylor Mr. Nielsen Marion County Marten County Hannibal Palmyra Nielzen

Molders beat Allied Printing Trades in bowling night

Heuer led scoring with 205 and posted a 187 average as the Molders topped Allied Printing Trades. High totals: Molders 2463, AP 1576. Next match: Brewers versus Beer Bottlers tonight. Heuer 205 and 187 average highlighted the evening.

Heuer Molders Labor Temple Murphy Leindecker Fleer Davis AP. T Av. Landwehr I Drussel Carswell Dunker

Quincy shoe dealers dine and discuss business

All about fifteen retailers met at the Hotel Quincy on Wednesday night for a dinner. The gathering included formal talks on business conditions but no action was taken.

Quincy

Outside treatment for babies cold under Rockford ad

Mrs. Chas. John Bon of Rockford NL urges mothers to use Vicks Vap-O-Rub Salve for babies with colds. She reports rapid relief from coughing and nighttime rest after applying the medicated vapors to the chest and neck area. The ad notes soothing effects, potential use for croup, and mentions other skin and surface applications with three sizes priced at 65e.

Chas John Bon Pannele St Rockford Ilirs Johnson Vick

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