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Newspaper

Quincy Whig

Location

Quincy, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Dec 19, 1917

Page

10

Social Affairs plans for joint installation at John Wood post

Social affairs leaders arranged a joint installation of officers for the John Wood post, G. B. R., and John Wood corps of the W. C. T. U. A flag for the high school flagpole is among plans. Guests and residents attended socials, dances, and club meetings around town with multiple visits, holidays and upcoming events noted.

John Wood Post John Wood Corps Monroe H. C. Turner Adam Eagles

The Things One Denies Oneself in Wrong Turns

A reflective essay on life’s wrong turnings and self denial. The author recalls choosing poorly at forks, sometimes striving to avoid selfishness, sometimes failing, and concludes growth comes from accepting missteps and seeking better perspective over time.

Marriage Licenses Recorded in Local Notices

Henry Eckman of Hull and Clara M. Schaffer of Quincy R R legal George R. W. Cate of Camp Point with Gladys OU Michet of Camp Point listed among the marriage licenses.

Henry Eckman Hull Clara M. Schaffer Quincy R.R George R. W. Cate Camp Point Gladys OU. Michet

Fashions for Americans Frock for early spring wear

The article notes minimal style changes due to wartime effects. It describes a straight silhouette fashion frock with a deep edge ruffle and muffin matching width, featuring taupe wool jersey and purple silk jersey. Upper section uses wool jersey with purple panels and embroidery in purple on gray. Materials include serge satin or taffeta satin, with center back fastening and four yards of fabric for an average figure.

Christening of Virginia Reta Willing At St Rose of Lima

Virginia Reta Willing infant daughter of Mr and Mrs Louis Willing of 725 North Third Street was christened Sunday afternoon at St Rose of Lima Church. Sponsors named were Mrs John Willing and Henry Lubbring.

Virginia Reta Louis Willing North Third Street Father J. Brennan St. Rose Oof Lima Church John Willing Henry Lubbring

Post Office Staff Set Up In Corridor For Christmas Rush

Joseph Hildenbrand and Arthur Hoar of the post office staff established themselves in the corridor Tuesday with scales and stamps to serve patrons mailing parcels. The Christmas rush is moderate this year with many packages sent to soldiers at cantonments.

Joseph Hildenbrand Arthur Hoar

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