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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1915
Page
2
Authorities believe a burglar started a fire yesterday morning after reports of a break in. Fire crews responded to the scene, extinguishing flames and securing the area as investigators examine potential motives and evidence.
An early morning blaze at 1427 North Sixth Street destroyed the interior of William P. Schermerhorn's house after a forced back door entry. Investigators believe a burglar started the fire with a match, as no one was home and valuables were largely preserved with neighbors. Insurance stood at about 2,700. Fire Marshal Bennett's unit is conducting a state inquiry.
Directors in the river bottoms west of Ursa met in the county superintendent J H L Steiner office and paid contractors and bonds for the new school building. The facility is one of the most advanced country schools with ample window light indoor toilets separate cloak rooms a 28 by 24 foot classroom and other state required features. The project cost $1,707 and awaits final planning approval next.
An early 20th century tonic advert claims Dr Wing's New Life Pills calm the liver and stomach, ease constipation and biliousness, prevent dizziness and indigestion, improve complexion, and leave the user feeling well. sale price 25 cents at druggists.
Andrew Babington, arrested Monday night for disturbing the peace at the Frank Marold saloon at Ninth and Hampshire, is charged with peace disturbance and assault and battery. State’s Attorney Wolfe filed the assault charge. Babington, a Carthage plumber, struck Marold, who fell against the bar and suffered three broken ribs. Babington was held by bystanders until police arrived. bond set at 100 for the city charge and 200 for the state charge. remanded to county jail. The city case continued to this morning. the state case to Jan. 7.
W Elva Williams of Pittsfield visited Quincy on Tuesday greeting many friends. Williams serves as a representative with a state-wide constituency and assured Quincy residents that their interests will be promoted in Congress if needed.
Miss Beulah C. Vasen, daughter of B.G. Vasen, taught a North Side Chicago kindergarten class named Lake Shore. Before Christmas, her pupils crafted toys to gift to the orphans at Woodland Home, making the presents especially meaningful.
Two land sales were held yesterday to Master in Chancery E F Allen. In the foreclosure of Frederick Price versus George Whendall et al, Frock Price bought property in Coatsburg for 350. In the Rosenkoetter partition suit, William F Rosenkoetter bought property at Eighth and Jackson streets for 1550.
By the will of Albert Wible dated July 13, 1915 the Mendon Barveng Ground association receives 50 and his three children Willa Plarvenv and Josephite Wible 50 each. The balance goes to his wife Nancy A Wible if she dies the remainder is divided among the children. Carrie Dee heir whereabouts reported unknown in the estate of James Dee. Nellie Higgins administratrix of John Mills estate reports receipts and disbursements of 708 10. May Harbison noted by lawful action in county court. Mildred Brawn daughter of Maude Brawn by consort of the other.
Albert Turner of Ellington Joaen Shop visited County Recorder James Raffington to name his farm but left dissatisfied. He gave a name already used by another farm in the county. Ed Detert noted the confusion. The farm got the name Blroomfield Farm, which Turner had decided, and the county restponed with that name.
Dr Lafler the chiropractor is consulted. Epworth league enjoyed by Rev J O Kirkpatrick and Mrs Kirkpatrick at 333 Chestnut. Misses Bertha and Henriette Womelsdorff back from Des Moines funeral. Join Christmas Savings club at Illinois State Bank. D L Stout of Timewell expected for visit with Luckenbill at Eighth and Adams. R E Penrose leaves hospital for Macomb winter with mother. condition unimproved. George Merriman from St Louis, Granville Lummis of Columbus visit. Christmas Savings club now receiving members at Mercantile Trust and Saving Bank. Carl Durant of Peoria visiting with Akers family and Durant sisters Nellie and Bessie, 319 Elm. William Peter in State Street home, recovery doubtful. Snyder's cabs 25c Phone Mdl. Mrs John E Hade ill. son Edward summoned. Bring cars for repair now for spring use. special for Hudson and Ford. Collins Plow Co North Sixth. Mrs Don Hoover entertained at Hotel Quincy. Ireland's Taxi 169. Otis Gruber of Clayton Knox college student, visiting in city at J Adair and Savings Bank.
J L Adair officially announces candidacy for the Democratic nomination for state attorney. He plans an active campaign and will likely contest the race with incumbent Fred G Wolfe, who has also declared for re election.
Herman E. Neilson and Miss Etta Rippel of Mr. Sterling were married at the Luther Memorial church in Quincy yesterday afternoon at 5 o clock. Rev I W Bingham officiated in a quiet ceremony with a few guests including Stanley Clark and Miss Isabelle Speckman. Nelson, a veterinarian, and Rippel, both popular in Mt Sterling, will reside in Mt Sterling after a brief wedding trip to Chicago.
HW Hummert was yesterday afternoon awarded the sewer project by the board of public works for Third and Cedar streets. City council authorized the work a week ago. Bids opened at 2 pm with Hummert’s low bid of 51890 vs Vogel Construction 642.44 and Henry Rees 537.52.
A local citizen criticized city and county officials for turning down Pratt’s plan to furnish coal and wood from old railroad ties to the poor for winter. He argued free ties could be sawed and distributed at lower cost than current fuel provisions and suggested hiring unemployed men to saw and supply the fuel.
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