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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1918
Page
7
Fire Marshal outlines precautionary measures for homes churches and schools to prevent Christmas fires. Emphasizes noninflammable decorations asbestos fiber mica lighting inspections by electricians safe storage after holidays and keeping exits clear. Warns against candles in trees matches reachable to children and removing trees when needles dry to reduce January fires.
Senator James Reed of Missouri was praised as a friend of Mississippi Valley waterways. J. E. Smith of the Mississippi Valley Waterways Association cited Reed warning of sinister influence aiming to cancel government barge contracts. Quincy Chamber urged vigorous support for river transport and rail competition while critiquing government control and rail rate rises.
The board of health reports 24 new influenza and pneumonia cases over Sunday and Monday, with some possibly older. Most houses are quarantined where a case exists, as officials expect a gradual decline until the epidemic is stamped out.
Report cards issued today may bring many disappointments after a hard month. A Spanish music recital at the high school auditorium was canceled due to the orchestra missing its train. All girls in the cooking class were asked to bring a cup of sugar for a candy festival. Luther Thomas has returned to Quincy and rejoined the senior class after Carthage College S A T C demobilization.
Edward R. Osborn age 25 and Miss Mary Creech age 18 secured a marriage license in Quincy. Albert A. Callahan age 32 of Wichita Kas and Miss Luella Howe age 26 of Adams were issued a license in Adams.
Corporal William H. Fox, once a Bethel, Missouri student, recalls his wartime experiences from training through the Argonne offensive. He describes mud trenches, relief rest, and then front-line combat with artillery barrages, tanks, gas alarms, and rations. He notes German positions, destroyed towns, and a move to a new sector as shells fall nearby.
Ty Cobb Detroit star hopes to quit baseball after returning from France where he served as a captain. He plans rest in Augusta Georgia and says he will not sign with any club again, though he acknowledges baseball’s strong pull. He credits war for revitalizing the game and predicts a booming season. Cobb notes no formal plans beyond rest and believes managers’ notice may bind him. He praises the Army and says his three children will receive army training.
Washington dispatch reports Minister Brand Whitlock of Brussels says at a joint extraordinary session the Belgian parliament will formally receive the American Spanish and Dutch ministers to express gratitude to the United States President and people. As a token of appreciation most ministers will be installed in the chamber of deputies hall.
At Quincy the Vitagraph serial The Iron Test opens Wednesday with Antonio Moreno in the lead. He endures a fiery climax in episode one leaping through a flaming hoop and swinging from a trapeze amid flames. Carol Holloway co stars in the adventure while Moreno’s horseback skills are highlighted. GERVMANS LEAVE FINLAND reports German troops exiting Finland with high ranking officers at the helm. No German instructors will stay in the country.
Lieutenant General Jan Christian Smuts resigns from the war cabinet claiming the war’s end removes need for his services, per the Express.
Three infantry divisions entered Cologne crossing the Rhine to form a semi circular line as British troops advance out of the city under rain. General Plummer reviewed the units while civilians watched in orderly fashion. Transports Manchuria Persia Maru Qarillo and Nange Mand returning American troops to be called from France.
Texas Wonder claims to treat kidney and bladder troubles in men and women, gravel, diabetes, weak backs, rheumatism, and urinary irregularities. It advertises children’s bladder regulation and mail order availability for 1.25. One bottle lasts about two months and often cures, with testimonials available. Dr EW Hall 2926 Olive St St. Louis Mo. Sold by druggists.
An old advertisement touts Neutrone Prescription 99 as a quick internal remedy to remove uric acid and relieve rheumatic joints. It claims the product cleanses the blood, ends painful days, and restores activity, priced 0c to $100 with the Owl Drug Store in Quincy, Illinois.
A vintage advertisement touts St Jacobs Liniment to rub away sprains strains and swelling. It claims quick pain relief without skin burning or injury, enabling immediate return to routine. The copy notes sixty years of use and six gold medals.
A vintage ad touts Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Compound to darken gray hair. It claims natural, even coverage when applied with a sponge or brush, promising a younger look after one or two more applications.
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