Third Liberty Loan Campaign Set for April
Washington reports plan for the third Liberty loan to begin in April with $500,000 certificates issued every two weeks, totaling $3 billion by mid March. Banks urged to invest about one percent weekly. first $500,000 issue dated February 5, maturing May 9, with subscription books opening January 15.
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Tost
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James S. Ewing Dies In Bloomington at 82
Bloomington morning report states James S. Ewing 82 former ambassador to Be during Grover Cleveland's second term died at his home. Born July 19, 1855 in Illinois he practiced law many years and was cousin to the late Vice President Adlai E. Stevenson. Survived by wife and four children.
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Io Ewing
Teedall
Grover Cleveland
Mr. Ewing
County
Tlinois
Adlai E. Stevenson
Lawrence Newsom
Fighth
Maine
Fred Scharnhorst
Newston
Quincy
Union No. 69
Labor Temple
Walter Wesler Campbell
Rock Creek
Gladys Maud Hamilton
Ursa
W. C. Shank
Ethel Curry
William B. Curry
Curry Hotel
Clayton
Good Roads Club
Rheumatics No Longer Gloomy
An advertisement claims Neutroge Prescription 99 cures rheumatic pain. It touts relief for sore joints and aching muscles, promising steady health and daily comfort. Mail orders available with charges for orders over $100. Sold in Quincy at Owl Drug Store, 125 North Sixth Street.
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Owl Drug Store
Sixth St
French Parisien Details German Plot Across Nations
The Parisien reports outline German schemes before World War I, citing 1914 naval directives and intercepted letters. It describes orders targeting overseas vessels and destruction efforts in the United States and allied nations, underlining prewar German intelligence activities.
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Paris
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Amelia
England
France
Canada
Russia
Stockholm
Dr Klasse
Pan
Gereantist League
Sweden
Enel
Iabert Organi i
Finnish Red Guard Weakened By Defeat
Fragmentary report notes the Finnish Red Guard suffers a setback after a defeat. Names and details are unclear due to garbled OCR but the item centers on a military force’s diminished strength following combat losses. Further readable elements reference dates and places not fully decipherable.
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Red Guard
Teutons Raid Italian Cities Continue
Rome reports continued Teuton air raids on Venice Mestre and Treviso with no casualties. Official statement notes active Osu patrols capturing prisoners and increased artillery around Brenta. Allied air raids targeted Primulano and St Como Di Vega, with five enemy planes shot down. large fire hit ammunition stores at Saint Stino Di Livena.
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Mestre
Treviso
Osu
Primulano
St. Giacomo di Vega
Saint Stino di Livenea
Three Killed When French 75 Explodes at Fort Sal
Lawton Oklahoma dispatch reports Capt Phineas P Christie of Philadelphia, and Privates Glenn Lo Vandever and Jacques Barclles of the Ninetieth held artillery killed instantly when a French 75 cannon exploded during target practice on an artillery range at Fort Salatno. One private seriously injured. Christie’s body to be shipped to Philadelphia for burial.
King George Hopes For An Irish Peace
Reported by the Gazette the English monarch expresses desire for peace in Ireland amid ongoing political tension. The premier and officials have not released further details on potential negotiations or terms.
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George
Pershing Sought Aid in Conserving Food
A World War I era report notes calls for assistance from General Pershing to conserve scarce food supplies. The item highlights cooperation between military leadership and civilian efforts, urging coordinated measures to stretch limited resources.
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Pershing
Fire damages Quincy College of Music building
Fire at the Quincy College of Music on 903 Broadway caused about 1000 dollars in damage. A new furnace likely started the blaze which began between weatherboarding and the second floor wall, spreading to the attic. Fire units used three hose lines and a chemical line, saving parts of the building but requiring a new roof and east side reconstruction. rugs and furniture were damaged by smoke and water.
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Quincy College of Music
Broadway
Svenie
Electrical Men Give Big Dance at Turner Hall
More than 400 people attended the electricians ball at Turner Hall on Wednesday night. Most danced while many spectators admired the crowd and displays, including red banners and stage decor that drew eyes to the portable festive scene, with music and socializing filling the evening.
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Turner Hall
Murs
Brief Personal Notes From Quincy Area Rumors
Ollie Bowen of Hannibal, a former policeman, returned home after being caught at a cock fight. The Quincy Ad Club plans a Chamber of Commerce meeting, while eleven candidates including four women took the civil service exam for Camp Point post master.
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Hannibal
Bowen
Quincy Ad Club
Chamber of Commerce
Post Office
Camp Point
Stannus
Hampshire St
J. H. Groggins
St. Louis
Quincey
A. Y. Sexton
Harry James
Gem City Business College
Josephine Mathew
Lemons
Loretta Cowper
Mildred Lagemann
Quincy
Clarence Meyer
Morisonville
Globe
Knights of Maccabees
Maine Street
Wiskirchen
Lula
Quincy College of Music
Storm Of Shrapnel Marks Air War Frontline Action
Shrapnel filled skies as enemy planes buzz the front lines. American artillery concentrates on fortified positions while heavy guns pound a town fort and nearby trenches. Casualties rise among civilians as battle rages through the night and into the days that follow.
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PICAN
Kain
Eniny
Shelbne
Tae P. Derrt
Urges Nation to Put Every Effort on Ships
Military dispatch warns that the nation must mobilize naval resources. General Perking message emphasizes urgent use of ships, with references to troops, transport and supply lines. The report notes a passenger list including thirty Americans aboard a doomed vessel and mentions selection of privates for duty.
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