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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1920
Page
9
Opinion proposes concrete projects to boost growth including 200 dwellings this year, a new modern high school, an owl car service for early trains, a hard road to Taylor, Missouri, and timely river terminal development to attract a barge line.
Analysis argues for a mixed system where railroads operate under strict public regulation while allowing sale of service at a costed price with a reasonable profit. Profits above a standard baseline would fund equipment for weaker lines, rewarding efficiency and penalizing poor management.
The essay defends faith in The People as ultimate judge and justice, praising Lincoln for embodying democratic trust. It argues the mass of humanity guides morality, condemns cruelty, and equates the People with divine judgment, urging readers to share this belief.
The piece notes how photography was in its infancy during Lincoln's era, leaving few authentic likenesses from the 1860s. It contrasts early snapshots with modern campaigns, observes Lincoln’s unglamorous appearance but enduring memory, and laments photography’s delayed progress after his era.
Kansas City Star notes repeated statements from Attorney General Palmer over six months promising relief from rising costs through prosecutions. The item frames the promises as inconsistent measures and questions their effectiveness and impact on ordinary Americans.
The piece argues world wide inflation cannot be solved by chasing profiteers. It says production and efficiency matter more than hunting alleged profiteers, warning against blaming individuals while urging wiser work and resource use to improve well being.
Harvey's Weekly mocks General Allen over Rhine reports saying events there progress as if Versailles treaty ratified. The piece warns Baker will reprimand him for the indiscretion and urges proper handling of treaty matters.
A London address by Sir Charles Parsons urges a twelve mile shaft to tap geothermal heat. He cites experiments sinking deep wells and using steam to drive engines, noting costs and long timelines but highlighting vast scientific and energy potential.
In a Green Forest fable Chatterer the Red Squirrel teethes trouble with his loud tongue. Billy Mink corners him high in a tall tree and Chatterer must jump to escape a potential breakfast. Chatterer’s fear and memory lapse drive the perilous scene.
Danish brides wear a latm gold band on the third finger of the left hand as an engagement token. On the wedding day the ring is moved to the third finger of the right hand, which serves as the marriage finger in Denmark.
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