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Newspaper

Quincy Whig

Location

Quincy, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jan 03, 1917

Page

6

The Quincy Whig publication notice

The Quincy Whig notice lists the White Co publishers established May 6 1888 and member Associated Press with foreign advertising representatives Alcorn and Henkle in Marbridge Building New York and Peoples Gas Building Chicago. It states the paper entered at Quincy Illinois as second class matter.

Quincy Whigathe ‘White Co Associated Press Alcorn & Henkel Marbridge New York Peoples Gas Building Chicago Quincy, Il Postoffice

Lawson’s Washington trip labeled sensational fakir

Tom Lawson, famed for bold claims, visits Washington to press alleged stock market leaks on lawmakers. Senator Stone dismisses his charges as a wolf cry, calling him a sensational fakir and an ass whose warnings may lack credibility.

OM Lawson Washington Henry House Committee Lawson House Senate Senator Stone

Rights of Small States in World War I Critique

An analysis of Wilsons note on protecting small nations contrasts with Entente and Central powers aims. It recalls Berlin 1878 and the treatment of Serbs Montenegrins Romanians Greeks as pawns, noting Britain’s evolving stance toward aiding Belgium and smaller states.

Europe Perha Berlin Iszts Russia Constantinople Aegean Bulgaria England Mediterranean Austria Turkey London Vienna Bismarck German Empire Arthur Bullard Disraeli Greece Belgium Mr. Asquith Lloyd George

Iron in the Soul and the Power of Will

The piece urges strengthening the will through discipline not pills or fancy tonics. It argues happiness comes from self mastery, enduring discomfort, and daily hard practices. Change desires, enthrone intelligence, and drill oneself into liking what one ought to, to avoid drift and misery.

William James Wenblinga

New Year Wishes From Peter Rabbit and Friends

A playful animal tale about Peter Rabbit spreading New Year wishes to neighbors in the Briar Patch. He greets Old Man Coyote Blacky the Crow Reddy Fox Sammy Jay and others, noting their resolutions and the hope happiness will flourish all year. The exchange sets a cheerful start to a new year.

Peter Rabbit Peter Briar Patch Mrs Old Man Coyote Thad Blacky the Crow Blacky Reddy Fox Reddy Sammy Jay Sammy

Buckingham Named Utilities Counsel

George L. Buckingham of Chicago named counsel for the state public utilities commission to replace Everett Jennings. Appointment effective Jan. 8 announced by Edward L. Brundage attorney general elect. Buckingham formerly lived in Danville and moved to Chicago in 1908. he serves on the Chicago Bar Association board.

Springfield Iil George L. Buckingham Chicago State Public Utilities Commission Everett Jennings Edward L. Brundage Buckingham Danville Chicago Bar Association

Atwood Pleads Guilty to Second Degree Murder

Boston January 3 Dr Eldredge T Atwood who killed Dr Edward T Harris president of the Massachusetts School of Osteopathy has entered a plea of guilty to murder in the second degree and been sentenced to life in prison.

Boston Eldredge T. Atwood Edward T. Harris Massachusetts School of Osteopathy

Curzon Wedding Rites Private London Ceremony

The marriage of Earl Curzon and Mrs. Elvina Duggan occurred privately in London on Tuesday. A small luncheon party followed the ceremony indicating a quiet, intimate union attended by a select circle.

London Earl Curzon Elvina Duggan

Cummins Proposes Changes in Senate Rules

Washington Jan 3 Open sessions of the senate for treaties and nominations are proposed in amendments by Senator Cummins Iowa. One amendment would let the president sit with the senate during executive business. Cummins said he would seek action on the amendments today.

Washington Senate Cummins Iowa

Dr King’s New Life Pills Claim Constipation Relief

Inactivity and a lack of winter exercise can cause constipation with heaviness dullness and low energy. Dr King’s New Life Pills provide a mild laxative relief for congested intestines with a dose at bedtime promising a full easy movement by morning. 26c at your druggist.

Public Debate on Life Annuities and Safety

A reader questions the safety and desirability of life annuities sold by insurers. A columnist argues a 40 year old should invest and manage funds, not rely on an annuity, framing it as a gamble. The discussion invites opposing views on whether such contracts are sound investments or risky wagers.

In Our School by Paul West and Miss Palmer

Fragmented readable passage chronicles a New Year scene in a home on Number 16. Torp Stebbins suspects Dock Wilgus of bringing a newborn baby sister, sets a toe-string alarm, and confronts his father about the intrusion. Notes mention frozen water pipes and playful New Year mischief among neighbors, with references to Miss Palmer and local antics.

Natewru Miss Palmer Cross Torp Stebbins Thare Dock Wilgus Torp Anny Dore Brekfast Ech Pritty Miss Palmer Hays Manny Bret Phil Wigglesworth Phil Fatty Bellowes Brigham Persons & Dock Wilgus

How to Check That Cold Ad

An early 20th century cold remedy ad promotes Dr Bell's Pine Tar Honey to stop sneezes and sniffles and loosen phlegm. It claims antiseptic qualities kill germs ease sore throat and relieve bronchial congestion. It states croup whooping cough and chronic bronchial actions are quickly relieved and mentions price 25 cents at all druggists.

Dr. Bell

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