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Newspaper

Quincy Whig

Location

Quincy, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jan 15, 1916

Page

6

Reservations for Luncheon and Highway Program Meeting

A Chamber of Commerce luncheon in Quincy will host a two part event on Tuesday January 25 with an afternoon session on improving Adams County roads and a 8 pm evening discussion on Quincy streets. Notable speakers include Oscar Arntzen W G Edens and L L Boyer with Mayor Abbott and others. A concert by the Chamber Glee Club accompanies lunch at six.

Chamber of Commerce Adams County Stephen G. Lawless The Liberty Bank Oscar Arntzen Board of Supervisors W. G. Edens Chicago A. B. Ross Bedford Harvey G. Riggs Rusk L. L. Boyer Quincy Geo. D. Levi F. W. Crane W. A. Martin C. H. Williamson G. Lawless L. L Boyer C F. Eichenauer E. J. Parker E. H. Larimore A. Otis ‘Arnold Wm. H. Pfanschmidt T. S. Carlin J. W. Jacobs Geo. C. Dean James D. Bolt E. Howard A. PF. Odell S. E. Wood J. G. Swanson W. A. Downing J. L. Grigsby J. J. Wagner Wilbur Myers Leoton Irwin Fred Tieken H. F. Lummis L. F. Alison T. Will Turner A. A. Seehorn A. J. Crim Geo. Simonson A. G. Beck Henry Erke Alfert C Behrens Levi Abbott Park Association Alfred §. Mills Mr. Edens W. J. Singleton E. W. King Ira R. Calkins Geo. D Levi J. L. Grigory G. A. Bauman Chamber of Commerce Glee Club Fred CG. Wolfe Plow Crane TL Willamson Geo HW. Mersesman Chas F Eichenauer Thompson Chas E. Bowers Eo Po Lannan Geo Dean Adams A. Ottis Arnold Larimiere Plainville W. HL Prausehomdt Fowler

Frank L. Smith Aims to Run Illinois as State Business

Frank L. Smith outlines a reform agenda for governor focusing on administrative efficiency, reduced costs, and a businesslike state government. He argues the governor must manage public money wisely, streamline boards, and implement a civil service law to remove inefficiencies while advocating state wide reform including constitutional changes and land conservation. He frames the race as a test of character and business judgment for Republican voters.

Ince Republican Party Ilinois Maine Taos Toowill Owill Wall Uniublic Service Cheago Tvo Teacie Hhneais Siberty

We Act Like Cowards Senator Chamberlain Speech

Senator George E. Chamberlain condemned U S conduct as bully toward small nations and cowardly toward Europe noting the challenge of turning principles into practical regulations. He argued against dumping administrative duties on courts and warned that justice in minor courts administered by prudent men safeguards respect for institutions.

George E. Chamberlain United States Europe Congress

Hughes Deplores Burdening Courts In Commerce Law

Justice Charles E. Hughes of the U S Supreme Court warned at a New York Bar Association address that state laws on commerce should be more uniform and legal procedure simplified. He criticized courts for taking on administrative duties and urged judges retain proper authority amid new interstate commerce regulation and expanding administrative agencies.

New York Charles FE. Hughes United States Supreme Court New York State Bar Association Hughes

Stags Select Heads for Year in Quincy Lodge

Charles W. Zang presided at the installation of officers of Quincy drove No. 104 Patriotic and Protective Order of Stags. About 50 members attended and were served lunch after the ceremony. New officers include Exalted Ruler Anton Krins Prelate Ralph Wiseman Senior Warden E Peter Mescher Junior Warden Al Buckles Secretary O F Robb Treasurer George Schumacher Inside Guard R D Bishop Outside Guard Floyd Maloney Trustees Henry Geschwinder B G Thompson Jacob Gentges.

Charles W. Zang Quincy Patriotic and Protective Order of Stags Anton Krins Ralph Wiseman E. Peter Mescher al Buckles O. F. Robb George Schumacher R. D. Bishop Floyd Maloney Trustes Henry Geschwinder B. B. Thompson Jacob Gentges

Thirteen Die as Hafru Splits After Stranding

In Cromer England on January 15 a Norwegian steamer Hafru broke in two after stranding with thirteen crew members dead and only one survivor reported. The disaster followed the ship quarried along the coast, leaving rescue services to recover bodies and assist the lone survivor.

Cromer, Eng

Baron Chelmsford Appointed Governor General of India

London dispatch confirms Baron Chelmsford, former Queensland and New South Wales governor, has been named governor general of India, succeeding Baron T Wardinge.

London Baron Chelmsford Queensland New South Wales Victory India Baron T Wardinge

Wilson for Tammany Named Postmaster of New York

Announcement from Washington says President Wilson selected Joe Johnson for New York postmaster. The choice follows factions within the Tammany organization and signals political maneuvering amid internal Taroumany Tiat figures and lingering Murph influence in New York's party machine.

New York Washington Wilson Joe Johnson Charles F. Murph Taroumany Tiat New Vick S Cran

Polly and Le Pals at Empire Hippodrome Facing January Shows

The Empire Hippodrome catalogs Polly and Her Pals matinee and night showings, a Pair of Sixes on Sunday, Pat White's Gavety Girls burlesque, and Little Lost Sister. Polly and Her Pals emphasizes musical comedy over straight film drama, promising lively dancing, scenery, and charm. Pat White's Gayety Girl, a top burlesque company, previews next Thursday with two score performers and a two act comedy in vid style burlesque.

Polly Pat White Gus Hill Ter Pals Hippodrome

Kidney Pills Help Man From Flat River Recover

Solomon Bequette of Flat River Missouri recalls illness two years ago when back pain and fatigue plagued him. He says a 50 cent box of Foley Kidney Pills cured his condition by helping remove waste from the body. Miller Arthur Drug Co. distributes the product.

Solomon Bequette Flat River Foley Miller & Arthur Drug Co

Labor union meetings scheduled for next week

Meetings of trades and labor unions are listed for next week. Monday includes Plumbers, Plasterers and Painters. No meetings Tuesday or Wednesday. Thursday features Tron Molders, Allied Printing Trades Council and Team Drivers.

Trades and Labor Unions Tron Molders Allied Printing Trades Council

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