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Quincy Whig

Location

Quincy, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jan 09, 1918

Page

7

Germany and the voices within a shattered war order

The piece debates whether Germany can reflect true democratic will versus the influence of war rulers. It contrasts hopes for liberal German voices with Russia’s reaction to peace terms, cites Wilson and Lloyd George, and notes American censorship under Potsdam in shaping tone and guidance.

Germany Alence-Lorraine Europe Berlin Russia Wilson Congress Santa Claus Zabern Lloyd George Potsdam Peoria Star Lioyvd George Bloomington Burlington Gazette Peace Council

No Drunken Army Warned by Pershing Ban

Pershing restricts hard liquors for American troops while permitting beer and light wines, arguing France endured less drunkenness then and that medicinal light wines aid health. Concerned teetotalers fear loosening prohibition though France has ample sanitary water. Dr Frank Crane backs Teddy as secretary of munitions but doubts linger over his popularity.

Hough Pershing France Europe Frank Crane Teddy

A Soldier Gift Book Praised for New Recruits

A promotional piece extols the Cantiumment Manual as the best soldier guide for new recruits. It covers setup, arms, drills, care of gear, and a French section, with chapters on obedience courage determination initiative alertness cleanliness cheerfulness comradeship courtesy ambition loyalty and teamwork. President Wilson’s wartime remarks are noted as supportive.

Kilner MacKlroy National Army Wilson Freedom

Peace Moves Across Europe Referenced in Editorials

A compilation notes varied newspaper opinions on World War I peace efforts. While glowing about rational peace and German self government, critics call out militarism, empire ambitions, and the burden on common people. The tone ranges from hopeful to skeptical about Kaiser's openness and Turkey's role.

Farmer Brown's Boy Plots to Stop Bold Goshawk

In a Green Forest tale, Farmer Brown's Boy plots to protect hens and pigeons from Mr. Goshawk, weighing killing the hawk versus safer action. He plans to ensnare the hunter by using an old hen as bait at dawn while keeping fowl indoors. The hawk vows to hunt again, undeterred by past close calls.

Farmer Brown Mr. Goshawk Green Forest Grouse Tig Tom Gobbler Mrs. Gr Palmer Brown

Australian Cabinet Resigns Prompt New Ministry Formed

Australian cabinet led by William Morris Tingles resigns per a Melbourne Reuters dispatch. Frank G. Tudor, labor leader, has been summoned to form a new ministry following the resignation.

Tondon Wiliam Morris Tingles Reuter Melbourne Frank G. Tudor

Doctor Chamberlain Found Guilty of Brother’s Murder

In Goochland, Virginia, Dr. Asa W. Chamberlain was convicted of murdering his brother and sentenced to life imprisonment. The case underscores a tense outcome as the trial concluded with decisive punishment.

Dr. Chamberlain Goochland Ian Asa W. Chamberlain

In Our School by Paul West and the German Spy Incident

A schoolyard tale recounts Willie Schwarz accused as a German spy by classmates Andy Anderson and others. They lock him in a barn stall with a padlock until his father and Mrs Schwartz intervene. adults discipline the youths for their actions.

Ndy Anderson Ed Haynes Ex Brigham Miss Palmer Willie Schwarz Andy Willie Wille Kiser Palmer Missus Schwartz Mister Anderson Bol

Two Car Crash Injures Brooks and Passenger

C C Brooks of Fountain Green and another driver in Carthage were slowed to about 15 mph when their Ford cars collided. Both radiators bent and occupants struck the wind shield. Brooks avoided serious harm due to light failure. One of the other occupants suffered a broken nose.

Carthage C. C. Brooks Fountain Green Ford Galesburg E. A. Tucker Mary Love Love Tucker Odd Fellows Scott Rebekah Lodge No. 400 Webster Lola L. Lionberger I. O. O. F. Lodge Augusta Wm. Ebgens Fred Morrison

Russian Delegates Arrive for Brest Litovsk Talks

London dispatch reports the Russian peace delegation led by Foreign Minister Trotzky arriving at Brest Litovsk on Monday to reopen negotiations, with Berlin source details shared via Copenhagen and telegraph.

London Trotzky Brest-Litovsk Berlin Copenhagen

Death of Private Christ Douglas in French Front

General Pershing reported the death in France of Private Christ Douglas of Joliet Illinois route number four due to appendicitis on Tuesday.

Washington General Pershing France Christ Douglas Joliet

Married happiness ruined by quarrels

Doctors claim a person with a strong nervous system controls happiness, while overwork worry and dissipation lead to quarrels and separations. Phosphated iron is advertised as the nerve energy booster, feeding blood and nerve centers to restore vitality. Sold in capsules by Owl Drug Store at 125 North Sixth St. Ad.

Owl Drug Store North Sixth St Ady

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