Quincy Chicago sleeper choice offered to Quincy travelers
Quincy residents may choose between the Chicago sleeper leaving at 8 40 p m on Burlington train 56 or sleeping accommodations on the Eli train at 1 25 a m. A telegram from Edward Chambers, Director Washington, urges restoring prewar service while local officials vow to fight the change. Senator Lewis and Mayor Thompson back the effort, noting railroad officials and Chamber of Commerce concerns.
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Quincy
Burlington
Chicago
Eli
Whig
Edward Chambers
Washington, D. C
C. B
Burlington Railroad
Traffic and Transportation Bureau
The
Chamber of Commerce
Chambers
Truman T. Pierson
Galesburg
Quincey
Sen
Lewis
Thompson
J. Hamilton Lewis
Railroad Administration
Eustis
Western Passenger Traffic Committee
Two More Saloon Licenses Are Issued
Two new saloon licenses for two months each were granted by the city clerk on Thursday. One license goes to VandenBoom Supply Company to place a colored manager at the Duncan hotel. The other license is awarded to Bergmann and Myers at Eighth and Jackson streets with Otto Bergmann joining J Myers, a returning soldier, as partner. Edward Duncan plans to move to Hot Springs Arkansas for an indefinite stay.
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VandenBoom Supply Company
Duncan Hotel
Bergmann and Myers
Eighth
Jackson Streets
Otto Bergmann
Sixth
Jefferson Streets
J. Myers
Edward Duncan
Quincey
Hot Springs
Ark
Judge Heckle Appears Before Judge Akers
Justice of the Peace Ben Heckle faced Circuit Judge Albert Akers Thursday on contempt of court charges. Attorney William Schilagenhaus claimed Heckle was bound to file an appeal transcript without court costs, a ruling Heckle promptly followed after the court ordered it.
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Albert Akers
Justice of the Peace
Ben Heckle
William Schilagenhaus
Heckle
Schlagenhaus
Imposter Arrested in Fraud Scheme Across Border
In Albuquerque on January 1050 Jay who claimed to be Captain Archie Roosevelt a Department of Justice official and other identities has been arrested at Nogales Arizona according to a message from Justice Department officials.
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Albuquerque
N. M
Jay
Archie Roosevelt
Department of Justice
Nogales
Ariz
Abe Martin on busy sellers and the old autograph hello
A pithy Abe Martin line critiques sellers who seem busy yet loaf, recalling the old greeting once written in autographs and albums. It muses on duty and memory with a touch of nostalgia for past habits and a golden key to remember.
Quincy to Close Pool Rooms at Midnight Under New Ordinance
The amended ordinance to be shown to the city council sets pool and billiard rooms to close at midnight and reopen at 6 am all week. It bans under 18 entry with fines for proprietors and youths. Enforcement aims to curb crime linked to local pool rooms.
Farm Bureau Drive Gathers Speed Across Adams County
Adams County Farm Bureau renews its member drive after a holiday pause, with Northeast and Fall Creek townships reporting quotas met and Payson nearing completion. Despite illness and snow blockages, organizers aim to reach 500 names, highlighting Governor Lowden’s praise of Farm Bureaus for boosting farmer prosperity and cooperative ventures.
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Adams County Farm Bureau
Fall Creek
S&s H. Thompson
Payson
Concord
Clayton
Liberty
Ursa
Farm Bureau
Adams County
Lowden
Arrested While Visiting In City
Edward R. Oschman a former Quincy resident was arrested early Thursday evening by Detectives Meise and Piercy at a relative’s home in Kenosha Wisconsin on an embezzlement charge. He traveled to Quincy with his wife after selling his Kenosha business and planned to depart for Florida, claiming a misunderstanding and expecting to clear the matter in Kenosha. His sister and wife’s sister defend him while Hugo Oschman of Chicago is his brother.
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Edward R. Oschman
Florida
South
Oschman
Kenosha
Quincy
Hugo Oschman
Hugo
Chicago
Salvation Army Moves Into New Quarters
Salvation Army workers scrubbed and tidied the former Adams Express building at 403 Hampshire Street to open tonight as a Salvation Army barracks. Religious services will be held each evening in the room, with Commandant Dunton and Envoy Dunton pleased with the new quarters in a prime downtown location.
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Salvation Army
Adams Express Company
Hampshire Street
Dunton
Keller
Envoy Dunton
Shoes for a barefoot boy move mayor to act
A seven year old boy walked into Mayor John A Thompson's office asking for shoes. He was given new footwear by the mayor, a stocking cap by Police Magistrate W Reardon, and warm underclothes and mittens. A bath and care followed at city hall. The boy’s parents are said to neglect him, as the family of eight struggles and the school reports doubtfully the boy’s misbehavior. Mrs White, the police matron, investigated and warned the parents that future neglect could lead to court action.
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John A. Thompson
W. Reardon
Mary A. White
Burlington
Thompson
Brings Back 600 Of The Marine Heroes
Carl L. Rehm a signal quartermaster on the battleship North Carolina arrived in New York after Brest seven days earlier. On board were 600 marines who fought at Chateau Thierry. The ship received a royal welcome as it steamed up the bay and Rehm sent a telegram to his father reporting he is well and hopes to be home soon. The North Carolina now serves in transport duty moving soldiers from France to the homeland.
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Carl L. Rehm
North Carolina
New York
Brest
France
Chateau Thierry
Quartermaster Rehm
L. Rehm
North Fourth Street
Rehm
Mayor Thompson Seeks Reelection Amid Opponent Uncertainty
Mayor John A. Thompson began circulating his petition Thursday as the Republican candidate for mayor. J. W. Lemley entered as a Democratic candidate for assistant supervisor. If Frank M. Bolles does not run for mayor, the incumbent is likely to face no opposition. Bolles may issue a statement soon and could run for alderman in the Seventh ward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John A. Thompson
J. W. Lemley
Frank M. Bolles
Bolles
Package of Clothing Found in Alley
A package of children's wear was found in an alley behind 511 Jackson Street by a mail carrier. After days of searching for the owner, post office authorities gave up. The bundle included stockings mufflers caps aprons a work basket and an empty jewelry case suggesting theft and disposal. An envelope with the name Lawrence Lemond was found inside the package.
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Jackson Street
Lawrence Lemond
W C U Gold Star Adds One More At Ilinois Bank Building
A new gold star was added to the W C U service flag in the Illinois State Bank Building in Quincy in honor of Frank Pohlman a soldier from Brussels U S who recently died. The flag now shows fifteen stars reflecting the national servicemen count of 1082. One star honors Miss Josephine Dunsden a Red Cross nurse in the Western Catholic Union. Local boards correspondence stop is set for January 15 to limit board work ahead of record sealing. Leeper appointed treasurer of Lima Lake Drainage district with a 30000 bond. Janitor George Thompson case heard by the Illinois industrial board. Liebman poultry dealer faces a court warrant for obstructing the sidewalk. he plans to contest.
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W. GC. U
Ilinois
Adjutant General
George Thompson
Jefferson School
Illinois Industrial Board
Liebman
Arthur G. Liebman
Maine
Hampshire Streets
Ned Hudson
Wagner in House Next Week on Prohibition and Bills
Representative R. M. Wagner predicts quick Senate-aligned action to ratify the national prohibition amendment after the assembly convenes. He cites early focus on repeal of the Public Utilities law and wage payments to imprisoned workers for dependents, plus taxation regulation. He expects the amendment to pass on the first roll call with wide support and notes potential saloon closures in Quincy if opposed.
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R. M. Wagner
Springfield
Senate
Assembly
Wagner
House
Quincy
Divorces Granted for Fourteen Couples in Circuit Court
Judge Albert Akers granted fourteen divorce decrees after evidence heard weeks earlier. Cases include Wilhelmina Sutton versus James Sutton for desertion, Frank Herwig versus Anna Heubner for infidelity and two custody battles, John Baker versus Minnie Baker for infidelity, Joseph Winter versus Minnie Winter for desertion and two children, Hulda Sexauer versus Ira Burton for desertion and maiden name, Adeliah Grasshoff versus Carl Heck for desertion and maiden name, Fred Grasshoff versus Alfred Oakland for desertion, Merle Brown versus John Brown for drunkenness and maiden name, Clarence Taylor versus Nellie McFadden for infidelity and child custody, Anna Baker versus Harry Baker for intoxication, Clyde Collins versus May Collins for infidelity, Fred Oakland versus Laura Carrier for drunkenness, Mary McRae versus John McRae for desertion, and Emma Glahn versus Benjamin Glahn for desertion.
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Albert Akers
Circuit Court
Wilhelmina
James Sutton
Herwig
Frank
Anna Heubner
John
Minnie Baker
Joseph
Minnie Winter
Hulda
Ira Burton
Sexauer
Adeliah
Carl Heck
Grasshoff
Fred
Alfred Oakland
Merle
John Brown
Taylor
Clarence
Nellie McFadden
Anna
Harry Baker
Clyde
May Collins
Laura Carrier
Mary
John McRae
Emma
Benjamin Glahn
Two More Farms Sold by Local Advertiser
C E Delaplain sold two farms advertised in Quincy papers. One 239 acre bottom land four miles west of Alexandria Missouri and a 220 acre bluff farm 144 miles south of Warsaw Illinois, known as the Fred Quick homestead. They brought 56900 dollars, with as part payment an 80 acre well improved farm near Hamilton Illinois. The two farms were owned by Fred Quick near Warsaw. Delaplain still watching the big ones.
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C. E .Delaplain
Quincy
Alexandria
Warsaw
Ill
Fred Quick
Hamilton
Delaplain
Adv
Melton pursues Tushaus assailant in New Year case
Sheriff James Simmons and Chief Louis Melton escort three youths to the state training school at St Charles Illinois then plan to travel to Milwaukee to bring Archie Hollenstein back. Hollenstein is among the boys charged with the assault on Charles Tushaus on New Year’s Eve. Requisition papers were granted by Governor Frank Q Lowden.
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James Simmons
St. Charles
Louis Melton
Milwaukee
Archie Hollenstein
Charles Tushaus
Frank Q. Lowden
Questions To The Whig By Telephone All Night
Readers asked to submit questions by phone and have them answered in print the next morning. The note invites daytime and late night inquiries and promises publication of replies in the following issue.
Troop return status and occupation army notes
Readers receive guidance on unit statuses in the occupation army and how to verify troop return. Details include L21st artillery in the 32nd division and 50th artillery in the 42nd Rainbow Division, plus cautions about casualty lists and seeking War Department inquiries. The 307th Trench Mortar Battery is in the 78th division and not in the occupation army.
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Hattery LD
Army of Occupation
Fred Beatty
Ursa
50Th Field Artillery
Cong
Kj, King
Washington
War Department
78Th Division
Gill Praises Roosevelt In Quincy High Eulogy
Charles Dana Gill, superintendent of schools, delivered a detailed high school assembly eulogy on Theodore Roosevelt in Quincy. He traced Roosevelt from boyhood to leader in politics ranching exploration military naturalism and history, praising his ability to read write and shape history. The talk highlighted Roosevelt as America’s first citizen and a model of determination and achievement.
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Theodore Roosevelt
Charles Dana Gill
Quincy
Suptill
Col. Roosevelt
Roosevelt
Mr. Roosevelt
Mr. Gill
Europe
America
South Side Mission Meets with Speaking and Singing
South Side Mission will feature speaking and singing this evening announced by G. W. Mor rhy, superintendent. All residents are invited to attend and participate in the event at the local mission.
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South Side Mission
G. W. Murrhy
Hares Win Prizes for Schedel at Carbondale Show
Joseph Schedel, owner of the Quincy Rabbitry at 413 North Eighth Street, was notified by telegram Thursday night that Belgian and New Zealand red hares he sent to the Illinois State Poultry and Rabbit Show in Carbondale won three first prizes and three second honors. Six hares were exhibited by Mr. Schedel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Schede
Quincy
North Eighth Street
Carbondale
Schedel
Street Cars Tie Up After Motor Failures
Street car service was delayed Thursday evening as two main line motors burned out one near the Soldiers' Home and another at Baldwin Park. Cars operated in only one direction for a period while replacements were installed.
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Baldwiin Park
Rev Bingaman To Secure Secretary For Red Cross
Directors of the Red Cross authorized Rev J W Bingaman to hire a new secretary at a Chamber of Commerce meeting on Thursday afternoon. They expect a highly capable replacement to match the service of Mrs M Edward Fawcett who previously served as secretary. A committee was tasked with selecting the new secretary and reported to the board.
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the Red Cross
Chamber of Commerce
J. W. Bingaman
M. Edward Fawcett
Birth announcement for Detroit couple’s newborn son
Born to Mr and Mrs Ed Reaune of Detroit Michigan a son Mrs Reaune formerly Miss Florence Nieckamp of Quincy
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Ed Reaune
Detroit, Mich
Reaune
Florence Nieckamp
Quincy
War Savings stamps exceed quota in Adams County 1918
Adams County and Quincy surpassed their War Savings quota in 1918 with subscriptions of 1 455 335 50 against a 1 294 000 quota. Total stamps sold 281 629 war stamps and 188 762 thrift stamps. 473 locals joined the 1 000 maximum War Savings Club, the highest share of population in the state.
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Quincy
Adamis
Elmer Lummis
John Carroll
John Wall
Carroll
Adams County
Soldier Henry To Fall Wounds Heal as He Awaits Return
Private Henry To fall writes from 1122 North Seventh street that his arm wound from a shell in November has healed and he awaits his turn to be sent to the front. He is son of Mr and Mrs John To fall, formerly from here, now in St Louis, and has served five months in France with the 64th infantry headquarters company. Lieutenant Harold Jones of Quincy is cited for bravery for aiding wounded officers under fire after attending Quincy High School and Washington University. Ben Kessel sails back to the marines after furlough, returning to foreign waters. Miss Ella Brackensteck of 700 South Thirteenth reports her uncle Oscar Brackensteck arrived overseas uninjured and soon to come home. he worked in a south side grocery before enlistment.
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Wellemeyer
Springfield
Burlington
Macomb
Keokuk
Parker
Anderson
Hullbert
Mt. Sterling
Quincy
Carleton
Timmerwilke
Neblung
Hokamp
Fick
Stuart
Pike
Cramer
Duane Martin
Maitland
Henry ‘Tofall
North Seventh Street
Tofall
John Tofall
St. Louis
France
64Th Infantry
Harold Jones
Lieut. Jones
Quincy High School
Washington University
Winfield
Kan
Ben Kessel
Marines
Ella Brackensteck
South Thirteenth Street
Norfolk
Oscar Brackensteck
South Side
Chet Wyckoff Dies in Foreign Service in France
Mr and Mrs William Wyckoff of 610 North Twelfth street received word from the war department that their son Chester Wyckoff died in France on December 21 from meningitis. He was about 23, had lived in Quincy all his life and previously worked as a chauffeur and moving picture operator. He landed in France the day the armistice was signed.
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William Wyckoff
North Twelfth Street
War Department
Chester Wrvyckoff
France
Young Wyckoff
Quincy
Quincy May Get An Information Bureau
Commissioner L B Boswell of the Quincy Freight Bureau promotes a U S Rail Administration off line information bureau in Quincy to aid shippers with rates rules embargoes and other cargo details. He cites Quincy as a central hub between St Louis and Chicago serving about 1 000 000 people across Illinois Missouri and adjacent territory. Letters to Illinois lawmakers have drawn encouraging responses toward establishing the bureau.
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L. B. Boswell
Quincy Freight Bureau
United States Railroad Administration
Quincy
Ilinois
Quinncy
Hanvis
Jacksonville
Bushnell
St. Louis
Missouri
Cameron Junction
Lowa Line
Moberly
Boswell
Washington
Chicago
Committee To Meet On City Bond Proposition
Alderman James E. McNutt chairs a special city council committee meeting at 4 PM to draft plans for a 500000 bond issue for public improvements and fire motorization and to decide if a municipal lighting plant proposal, backed by Mayor John A. Thompson, should go to voters. The session is in Corporation Counsel Charles Barti ett’s office.
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James E. McNutt
John A. Thompson
Charles. Bartiett
Bushnell Set for April 1 Judicial Election Call
Governor Lowden issued the official call for the Fourth District judicial election to select a successor to Judge George A. Cooke. Republican leaders including W Wood, Claud Chiperfield, and George H. Wilson push for a January 18 committee meeting in Bushnell to outline a county-by-county delegate apportionment for the April 1 1919 vote.
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Frank O. Lowden
George A. Cooke
Supreme Court
Lowden
Gg, W. Wood
Moline
Claud E. Chiperfield
Canton
George H. Wilson
Judiciary Committee
Perry C. Ellis
Ellis
Bushnell
Quincy
Brown
Timewell
Cass—W
K. Mertz
Chandlerville
Fulton
C. E. Snively
Hancock
Illinois Supreme Court
Fourth Supreme Judicial District
Republican Committee
Illinois
Supreme Court of Illinois
Bushnell, St
Deaths and Funerals for Mrs Henry Fleer
Funeral services were held from the Hoener residence at 1119 Adams street and from St Paul church at 2 30 pm. Burial followed in Greenmount cemetery with Rev Rieger officiating and nephews as bearers.
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Henry Fleer
John Hoener
Adams Street
St. Paul Church
Greenmount Cemetery
Rieger
Weather Outlook Ahead For Friday And Saturday
Hlinvis reports generally fair conditions with warmer temperatures on Friday. In Missouri and Iowa the forecast remains fair with Friday warmer, while Iowa trends warmer in the east and south Friday and slightly cooler Saturday.
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Missouri
Iowa
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Chet Wyckoff
Fourth Supreme Judicial District Republican Committee
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