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Newspaper

Quincy Whig

Location

Quincy, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jan 12, 1916

Page

3

Garyized Plan for Jefferson School

The Garyized plan for Jefferson school proposes eight to five daily hours, expanding beyond regular subjects with domestic science and manual training, plus a supervised play teacher. The board, led by George Gabriel and E G Bauman, considers adopting the plan as a pilot to widen school use and community cooperation, with two special teachers and a revised daily schedule.

George Gabriel G. Bauman City Superitendent Smith Bauman Jefferson School New York City Jefferson Gary

Burglar Arrest Ties Hannibal Trouble to Iowa Sheriff

Sheriff John Coens traveled to Tannebal to return Frank Brown on a burglary charge but Brown refused to cross the Mississippi without proper papers. Brown, arrested in Hannibal for robbing the George Birkenmeer meat market on Ninth and Maine, awaits requisition papers from Illinois Governor Dunne to secure his return for trial.

George Brown Hannibal John Coens Tanne Bal Frank Brown Brown Mississippi Coens Springfield Dunne Market George Birkenmeer Ninth Maine Streets Tannibat Cnuetadgo Sherff

Palmyra Masonic Lodge Holds Banquet and Installations

The Palmyra lodge No. 18 A F and A M held its officers installation and annual banquet on January 6 at the Franklin Cafe. About 100 guests including Masons and families attended. Joe Azzam, cafe owner, hosted the dinner. attendees included Masons from Hannibal Monroe City and Shelbyville.

Palmyra Lodge, No A. F A. M Palmyra The Franklin Cafe Joe Azzam Mount Lebanon Hannibal Monroe City Shelbina

Father of Thirteen Children Guilty of Delinquency

In a chautauqua court, Enoch Ro Miller was found guilty of contributing to the delinquency of his 13 children, all under 17. The jury returned the verdict after earnest testimony about his lack of stable home and minimal support, with sentencing set for Wednesday.

Enoch Ro Miller Chauty Miller Ray Siepker Muller Francis Eva Amos Ray Harry Felows Rhoda Fred G. Wolfe Stepher

To Prevent the Grip with Bromo Quinine FE

An old advertisement proclaims grip prevention by Bromo Quinine FE. It highlights a single product line priced at 25 cents and features W Groves signature on the box, urging consumers to remove the cause of grip.

W. Groves

Rotarians Hear Two Good Talks At Quincy Luncheon

Quincey Rotarians heard two informative talks at the regular luncheon at Hotel Quincy. Charles Rosenheim of Sterns discussed key points about Men’s Goods, while Dr. Warren L. King traced dentistry’s early history. Visitors included A. O. Lindsay Ed Strabinger M M Hess and James Cave.

Ya Busy Place Directors Hear

Reports read at the monthly YOM. C. A. board meeting include oyster suppers with each session. Monthly membership in the Men's department reached 589 and 229 in the boys' department, totaling 768. Dormitory use averaged 67 daily from 91 men.

Board of Directors Yom. C. A Povs

Enrollment and facility use report for gymnasium

Enrollment in the boys and men's physical department totaled 1976. The gymnasium swimming pool and baths were used. The board will hold its next monthly meeting on the second Tuesday in February.

Dates of interest to city voters announced

City Clerk Schroer announced key dates for candidates. January 31 is the first day to file petitions. February 9 is the last day to file with either clerk. withdrawal filing ends on February. The city and town primaries are set for Tuesday February 9 with polls open 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Schroer

Woman credits Lydia E Pinkham for avoiding surgery

Des Moines Iowa Mrs Blanche Jefferson recalls illness four years ago and says Lydia E Pinkham Vegetable Compound strengthened her to avoid an operation. Her husband initially resisted surgery but she recovered and recommends the remedy to other women in need. She urges writing to the Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co for confidential advice.

Des Moines Iowa Lydia E. Pinkhem Blanche Jefferson Lyon St Lydia E. Pinkham Lydia E. Pinkham Medicine Co Lynn, Mass

Merchants and City Set Bid Process for Downtown Cleaning

A joint meeting of the city council committee and a merchants committee held at Mayor Abbott's office began the process to award a contract for downtown street cleaning and flushing. They will solicit bids and require bidders to allot half their pay to certain bidders. D N Markillie is favored for his past three years of first class service.

Abbott Owen, Bitter and Simmonds Julius Ke3pohl Frank Tenk Daniel Speyer Merchants Merchants’ Committee D. N. Markillie Inghram Markillie Otfers Markillic

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