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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1916
Page
4
Quincy High School parents and teachers met to discuss student recreation and a proposed social program. Leaders debated banning or reforming dances, with Superintendent Gill urging a shift to constructive activities and broader school use for community education.
In a column echoing Abe Martin wit, readers ponder a character who wonders about the future while recalling a simple meal. The playful note hints at a local figure reflecting on plans and everyday life without dramatic claims.
Oscar Susemihl prominent realty man died after writing of a $1000 profit split claim with Alderman William Moeller and J Proestler over selling an old city building for a tool house The council delayed formal action until after his funeral Moeller and Proestler declined to discuss the charge A bank records option on the property alerted officials
A committee of mayors appointed by Cornelius F. Burns of Troy discussed measures to lower living costs in executive session. A nationwide food boycott, led by the American women's movement to conserve supplies, is viewed as a potent remedy with Mrs. Robert Bruere elected chairwoman of the movement in New York. An advisory council with two members from each state will be formed.
Two Americans from the Bob disaster are interned in Matamoras awaiting permission to cross the Rio Grande to Brownsville. Captain Joseph Sodermann and Chas Arnold survived six days adrift after the Gulf boat foundered, reaching shore south of Brownsville. They received medical care with three Mexican crewmembers.
Ottawa reports soldiers deserting from Canada’s army will be liberated from jail and returned to their units under a grace act promulgated in November by the Duke of Devonshire. Deserters not yet captured may be absolved and restored if they report today.
Thomas J Riley brother in law of Chief Koch and former Quincy resident was shot in the kidney during a hold up at the Hotel Arthur buffet in Chicago. The robber wore a soldier’s uniform and escaped after firing three shots. Riley is reported in serious condition and bleeding.
Mrs. Thomas H. Hall of Chicago deputy grand regent attended the regular meeting of the Women Moose circle in Moose hall 503 Maine street Friday. A class of ten was initiated, the circle transferred into Mooseheart legion chapter No 986. Gem City lodge L C O M members attended banquet and toasts followed with H C Emerson toastmaster.
Chicago faces another test of chivalry as Mrs. Iva Barnes, accused of killing her husband James R. Barnes in a South Side park last September, heads toward a possible death penalty. The state seeks a verdict free of sympathy, while defense invokes self defense amid a venire questioned on death penalties and gender bias.
Louis J. Smith the government witness testified that fear of German spies seeking to kill him drove him to reveal his part in the alleged destruction of munitions for the Entente. He and six co defendants face charges of conspiracy to violate American neutrality.
President Wilson recognizes John J. Pershing for his Mexican service and urges his promotion to major general. He also endorses promotions of Eben Swift Francia H French Edwin St J Greble and Charles G Treat to brigadier general status.
The will of Benjamin G. Vasen filed Friday leaves all title to his insurance business to his brother David Vasen. Mrs Charlotte Vasen receives 2000 plus 75 a month, with 1000 additional if she remarries. The estate residue is divided among Freda G Maurice E George B and Beulah Vasen. Gustav Vasen of Kansas City gets 15 a week while sick under executors Maurice and George Vasen.
Mrs. Pearl M. Ringland Blessing hospital superintendent of nurses gave an instructive talk on School and Home Sanitation to the Franklin school Parent-Teachers Association. She urged school nurse supervision better ventilation fresh air shower baths medical inspections and general health checks to aid education. Attendees included parents and teachers despite cold weather reducing turnout.
Charles F. Bicchenauer spoke to the Madison school Parent-Teachers association on Friday. He argued that if he could relive his school days he would act differently, aiding students in their life work and emphasizing better course choices, especially in high school. About 40 attended as the group endorsed a petition for better theater pictures. theater owners pledged to show improved films with enough support. A social hour followed the session, and unsold fancywork from the November fair was auctioned, raising 24 dollars for the society.
The Dewey Parent Teachers association held a fancy work home cooking and rummage sale in the Im manual chapel on Friday afternoon and evening. Readily displayed were various fancy crafts and homemade candy. Chili was available in the afternoon, along with ice cream and cake. A supper was served in the evening.
Jefferson school domestic science classes showcased their projects at Friday’s Parent-Teachers meeting with doughnuts and coffee for the women. High school assembly featured an address by La Salle High School’s principal on The Big Self and the Little Self, described as entertaining and instructive. Basketball season tickets go on sale at 60 cents now and rise to 75 cents after Christmas for non-attendees. High school botany class visited Gentemann greenhouse and learned about growing plants. A stenotype demonstration was given to the typewriting department. Two Macomb High School teachers visited, and Senior class plays tickets are on sale at 25 cents with 10 cents reserved seating, on sale Dec 20 for Dec 22 performance.
The article distinguishes a George Miller involved in Harry McFarland's alleged death attempt from a baker named George Miller who lives at 2818 Vine Street. The Friday morning George Miller cited is a different individual, not the baker.
A compact aphorism contrasts charity beginning at home with reform beginning beyond familiar borders, suggesting social change often originates outside the immediate circle. It frames ethical priorities as a broader societal concern.
Amos Conger was re-elected president of the South Side Boat club at its annual meeting. Arrangements for the thirty third annual dance were made and committees named for memorial day observance. Officers elected include Vice president P J Zimmerman Recording secretary Charles Peak Financial secretary John Heitholt Treasurer August Bergman Captain Albert Lymenstall Lieutenant Carl Bucker Sergeant at arms Fred Luthin Trustees Elmer Mutz L Ab bott and Charles Bisser Delegates Elmer Mutz Warren Hartzell and Albert Lymenstull Annual Dance set for February 13 with cash prizes for best costumes.
St Nicholas branch No 1 of the Western Catholic union held a regular meeting at St Boniface school hall with large attendance. Officers for the year were re elected. The sick committee approved 125 for sick benefits and a whist is planned for January or February. Installation is set for January 11 with a full slate of officers led by Spiritual adviser Rev Dag enhardt President Balt Schuflian and others.
The wheat pit in Chicago turned chaotic as prices fell sharply on reports of possible allied peace terms. May futures slid from a loss of 34 to 6.5 cents, hitting 1.5474 at midmorning, with other contracts declining 6 to 7 cents before a brief late gain. Crowds packed galleries and street roars filled the area amid speculation of German peace prospects.
A daughter was born Friday afternoon to Mr and Mrs Otto Urban of East Hampshire Street at Blessing Hospital.
The Bartenders won three straight against the Labor Temple association on temple lanes. Mehrman led with 197 points and 174 average, Lehbrink topped his team with 191 and 163 average. Next match pits Allied Printing Trades against Trades and Labor Assembly Monday.
Post marked Sidney Australia addressed to Gardner Governor works Quincy arrives at the Quincy post office. Parmenter of the Anti-Saloon League will visit Springfield and Oakford then return to Quincy. Banquet by Civil Service Employes postponed until after Congress adjourns. K of C Study Club set for Sunday programs on Advertising and Salesmanship. North Side Boat Club elects officers postponed to Dec 23. Alderson leaves for Bloomington then Clinton to lead Y.M.C.A. boys division. Firemen receive cigars for rooftop blaze clearance. Lost items turned in from evangelistic campaign. Italian citizen Francini pleads guilty to trespass, fined. Bowles family called to Monmouth by sister’s death. Indoor baseball league: Business Men beat Electric Wheel, Otis office tops. Emily Smith wins Gem City College medal for advanced bookkeeping. Minor fires at Rev Brennan residence chimney and a South Third Street roof fire. Cherokees vs Payson High basketball game tonight at M.C.A. with no admission.
Passo Carcano, minister of the treasury, told the Italian chamber of deputies that Italy spent 12 billion dollars on the war from June 30, 1915, to November 30, 1916, in a Rome dispatch reported by Havas.
London December 16 government orders for non war production restrict metal use and include a prohibition on further making of women s hairpins as part of broader controls, reported by parliamentary correspondents of the Daily News.
Alderman Boeing accused past public works failures under a different superintendent and urged revising Article 7 of the city code governing the board of public works and streets. The committee took no action, citing higher costs, while Mayor Abbott proposed a bond issue and district staffing to improve street maintenance.
Charles Rupert, 19, was arrested on a charge of obtaining goods by false pretenses from Gately Clothing Co. He bought a $22.50 suit in March claiming to live at 934 Kentucky Street and be an employee of Morris Brothers shoe factory. He paid $1 down and vanished until Friday, found working at Hotel Quincy. charges may be dropped if satisfactory arrangements are made with the firm.
Rev. F W Ister district superintendent of the German Methodist district church visited Quincy for two days. He led the quarterly conference at the First German Methodist church on Eighth and Kentucky and also led the Bethel Methodist church conference Thursday evening. He will conduct communion Sunday morning.
In Brownsville Texas Ramon Pizana received a 15 year prison term for participation in Mexican bandit raids last summer. Quinino Guajardo, charged with murder in the raids, was discharged for insufficient evidence.
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