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Quincy Whig

Location

Quincy, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Dec 22, 1915

Page

9

Villa To Enter U S A Praised For Peace Step

Editorial discusses General Francisco Villa and the Mexican revolution, noting Villa might enter the United States as a stabilizing factor. It argues the American government weighed sources before recognizing de facto leaders, condemns Villa’s past but acknowledges a safer stance with him abroad, and warns against hero worship while highlighting political dynamics around Carranza and the first chief.

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Plot Against Russel Sparks Political Intrigue in State

The Jacksonville Journal reports a plotted maneuver to derail Andrew Russel’s gubernatorial bid. Morgan County envoys met Frank L. Smith associates while implying Russel’s candidacy was leaked and undermined by rivals. Critics warn treachery fuels backlash as home sentiment braces for political intrigue. President and Mrs Wilson enjoy a quiet Virginia honeymoon with possible congratulations from Berlin Paris and Aldendon.

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Missouri River Cities Awakening Seeks Unified River Trade Plan

The St Louis Republic urges a Missouri river league of towns to coordinate river and rail trade. It cites six foot channels, snag removal, and inexpensive terminal warehouses with conveyors. Aimed at reviving prosperity through shared warehouses and intermodal terminals.

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Christmas Charity Passages In Quincy Set To Aid

The piece notes a host of red blooded, warm hearted men in Quincy organizing to provide a suitable Christmas. Henry Ford ships prunes in his cargo, the British confiscate the fruit but leave newspaper men aboard with typewriters and pencils ready. It mentions Colonel House being dispatched to Europe, signaling concern over ambassadors lacking note paper and words.

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Night Cap Highlights with Political Buzz and Yearend Notes

A collage of political rumors, appointments, and candidacy moves from across states. Newport elects Patrick Boyle to a 16th term as mayor while recall efforts target Atlanta’s mayor. Whitman edges toward a Republican presidential bid. Stone becomes Pennsylvania’s eastern district prothonotary. Other items note Coxey’s Ohio senate bid, Randall’s liquor bills, Bayard’s Delaware Senate bid, and a snapshot of 19th century political chatter.

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What the Other Editors are Saying

A compilation of editorial excerpts from multiple papers criticizing machine politics and supporting state wide voting primaries. It references Illinois state politics, Villa in Mexico, rifle clubs, and historical views on the conduct of war and civilians.

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Lessons in History One Hundred Years Ago Today

A compact history column notes events dated 1815 1840 1865 1890 and 1914 with births deaths and political stops. It references Napoleon at St Helena Peter J. Otey Holden and General events across Europe and America, including a German river crossing and Dover bombs. It mentions Congressman John A. M. Adair and Krank B Kellogg.

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Dr Kings New Discovery for Coughs and Colds

An old fashioned advertorial touts Dr Kings New Discovery as the best remedy for children’s coughs and colds. It claims pine tar extracts soothe irritation loosen phlegm and expel poisons with antiseptic properties. The notice urges adults and the aged to buy a bottle from druggists.

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