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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1916
Page
6
Severe cold and a blizzard strike as the thermometer plunged through single digits. Snow and sleet cripple public utilities, with trolley cars stalled, wires snapping, and homeless seeking aid. trains largely ran on time despite the disruption. Authorities urged shelter and fuel for the needy.
Abe Martin reports Glen Bud plans to join the regular touring van for sparking, selling a narrow sparkkin ger. While walking through stubble yesterday, Tawney Apple was mistaken and a gunshot injured Bud in the cheek.
Two local deaths are reported with service details. Mrs. Katherine E. Wenneker nee Borgstede dies in St Louis at 88. funeral from daughter Mrs. August Beckard's Cottage Grove home Thursday. Mrs. Mary Oberfoell dies in St Louis at 67. survived by two daughters Mrs. Adel ine Ify and Matilda Parisel Charles Schermerhorn. Charles Schermerhorn of Quincy, formerly of the city, died in Chicago. survived by widow and two children. Mrs. Mary Vrethofel dies at the Old People’s Home after pneumonia. born April 16, 1841 in Switzerland. came to the U S in 1882 and lived in El Paso and Kansas City. survived by several grandchildren in Kansas City.
Miss Carolyn Kernahan died recently at Blessing hospital. The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon at 4 at Dr. Brenner's Vermont Street home with Dr. R Ht Hartley of the Presbyterian church officiating. Burial will be in Chicago.
Funeral services for John Urbanowski were held Wednesday morning at 8 o'clock at the family home in Riverside township and at 9 o'clock at St. John's Catholic church. Interment followed in Calvary cemetery.
A Wednesday recital by Janet Tuttle dramatic soprano Genevieve Fodren violinist and Ruth Klauber pianist at the Knights of Columbus hall under the Young Women's Christian Home drew praise for Tuttle's bell like tone and Liszt Lorelei and Salome numbers, Fodren's refined technique, and Klauber's dual role as accompanist and soloist.
Martin Mu Mann was found guilty in the counts court for pot eating for broken down horses and appeared before Judge Jinige McCain, pleading for mercy. He was fined 50 dollars and costs totaling about 90 dollars, with Attorney Ray Bo Stepher representing him and promising better care of his horses in the future.
Board of administration at the Soldiers Home proposes a new cottage to house 100 people at an estimated cost of 50 000 dollars. The aim is to relieve crowding in the home’s infirmary and hospital during epidemics, with the legislature asked to appropriate the funds once spring allows construction. The plan received strong support from 15 board members and supporters including George W. Reid and Dr. L. S. Lambert, who will push the request to lawmakers via Mr. O Conner.
Regular Col Berry circle WA meeting held in G A R hall Wednesday afternoon featured installation of Mrs Fannie E Blatter as town officer. Officers listed include President Elizabeth Lindsey Senior vice president Lillian Squires Junior vice president Precida Robertson Secretary Mary A Neidh Treasurer Fannie E Blatter Chaplain Narcisis Wilson Conductor Marv Josen Assistant conductor Elizabeth K Krallman Assistant guard Louise Bowen Patriotic instructor Molhe Reten Installing officer Minnie Bishop Installing conductor Emma Arrow smith. refreshments followed and a social hour enjoyed.
At the semi monthly meeting in the Labor temple Wednesday night a legislative and an organizing committee were appointed. The legislative committee includes Charles Langdon as chairman with nine members. The organizing committee lists five members. Officers installed: President John Hagenah, Vice President Fred Schaller, Recording Secretary Jacob Schultz, Financial Secretary Frank Gross, and Treasurer Oscar Trine. The next council meeting is set for the fourth Wednesday of the month. The Bartenders League met for routine business at its semi monthly session at the Labor temple.
A daughter was born to Mr and Mrs A at Blessing Hospital on Wednesday. The newborn arrived at Blessing Hospital and is reported in good condition. parents are unnamed in the brief notice and the exact spelling of names is unclear.
Twenty games of whist were played at the Ladies Moose circle monthly whist and dance with good turnout despite bad weather. Six prizes were awarded to women and men. refreshments followed. The next event is the second Wednesday in February. Separate lodge installations and Alpha Chapter Masonic events were also conducted with officers installed and social plans announced.
The December monthly report shows eighty eight deaths in Quincy, the highest monthly total in years, driven by pulmonary diseases led by pneumonia with twenty deaths. The board notes four hundred sixty six dollars in monthly tills and lists causes of death by organ system, age distribution, and burial sites, plus health officer activities and sanitation figures.
The Greek government agreed to immediate release of 350 sacks of flour to the Armenian Red Cross for relief of the Serhuirs. The flour was saved at Piraeus a week ago and one load was transported by ship. Charges for unloading and storage will be reimbursed.
County superintendent John T. Steiner prepared a keynote for the district meet held at Western Illinois State Normal School in Macomb. State Superintendent Blair attends as 19 counties participate in sessions on certificating law, high school tuition law, questions, and teacher credits with educators from Normal School students.
At the Illinois State Bank gathering officials reviewed recent activities and voted on leadership. James McClain, Joseph Crafton, and Rafi Te were among those reported in attendance with no major policy changes announced.
Winter cold lowers attendance but interest remains strong at First Baptist Church revival led by Rev. Albert Halliwell with 7 15 p m prayer services and daily meetings at members homes. Men’s noon meetings resume at Electric Wheel Works. three cottage services daily next week. Mrs Halliwell directs women and girls outreach as sermons emphasize personal witness to Christ and God’s ongoing presence.
The Vestry board at St Johns Lutheran church elected officers for the year including Recording secretary John L. Ripper, Financial secretary J. F. Ottwein, General fund treasurer Charles II Ott, and Organ fund treasurer Albert Roeder. Installation set with Sunday morning service January 23. Plans also made for a church rally day and revival of offerings.
The Women’s guild of the Congregational church met at 1636 Maine street hosted by Mrs. E. K. Stone. Members sewed for the Woodland home and light refreshments were served. The next guild meeting is planned for the church on Wednesday afternoon.
Luther Memorial church held a preparatory service in connection with Wednesday night prayer services. A Friday Armory lecture prompted the schedule. Following the services, Sunday school teachers met for regular duties. Ivy section orders totaled 3800 dollars and plans were made for ongoing schoolwork.
In the estate of Amanda L Smith administrator Richard Leo Smith filed an adadjustment showing real estate including east Protestant area and west 93 feet of property. The notes mention $35000 and $2000 values, with charges against several heirs and a grand jury action. Indictments include twelve grand jurors, and multiple names appear in association with the probate and criminal proceedings.
A series of local notices cover fire commission meetings road case adjournment and schoolmasters club gathering. Also reported are a Wood Road and Streets meeting invitations in January with YWCA luncheon reservations, a Chicago hearing attended by IT Buswell and Yates, and Camp Fire club meeting postponed due to bad weather.
Bids for cleaning downtown streets for the next year will be opened at Mayor Abbott's office Monday at 2 o'clock. Specifications are available at City Hall for bidders. Quincy Commandery plans an installation of officers and a dance in the Masonic temple Friday evening with social time after. The Mothers Club of the South Side Mission meets Thursday afternoon in the mission on South Eighth street with Miss Virginia Kelley of the Cheerful Home as speaker.
A tornado swept through Madison Station nine miles from Nashville late Wednesday injuring four people and destroying several houses. The storm struck the rural area damaging homes and property while emergency crews assessed the scene and aided victims.
Classified fragment offers 13 acres for rent suitable for dairy or poultry with abundant fruit and good buildings at address AAT Whig office. Also advertises 15 automobile owners storing vehicles at Ford Inn 304 Jersey Street phone 4272 during winter for $3 per month.
Illinois forecast calls for generally fair weather on Thursday with severe cold and strong west to northwest winds, followed by Friday fair but still cold. Missouri sees fair skies Thursday with dropping temperatures in the far east, Friday remains fair and a bit warmer. Town reports fair Thursday with colder conditions in the east and central areas, and Friday turning fair with slightly less cold air.
Local weather forecast and yesterday’s temperatures include a low near minus three below zero. Precipitation recorded at zero. River readings show no significant rise or fall through the midnight hour.
River bulletin notes a rapid fall in the river level mainly due to potential ice gorge obstructions. The forecast mentions Wy Lomsana as a point of impact on the current water flow, with changes expected where ice forms or blocks passages.
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