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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1917
Page
3
Quincy’s 1916 freight activity rose over 1915 with rail tonnage forwarded totaling 45,900 more and received 42,208 more. The combined forwarded and received metric reached 716,559 tons, reflecting a steady eight year rise in shipments and suggesting substantial river and manufacturing trade in the Gem City.
More than 40 attendees witnessed the reopening of the Community Training school in Gem City Business College on Tuesday evening. Five courses planned for the term include school management elementary work pedagogy and teenage studies dibdlathaim introduction and Bible study. Bible study groups will meet with the school on Tuesday evenings. Textbooks are expected before the next meeting with study periods from 7:45 to 8:30 followed by a 45 minute lecture by Rev. T. W. Bingaman.
The South Side Boat club Ladies Aid held a whist and dance at the club house on Tuesday afternoon and evening. About twenty tables hosted afternoon play with prizes for top places: Mrs Clara McCarty, Mrs Ryan, Mrs Rengstorff, and Mrs Ed Vahle. Evening prizes went to Mrs M Blanch, Mrs Hoeffer, Mrs C Gail, and Mrs August Bergman, with booby awards and an eligible list of male winners including C T Morton, Chester Weinhoener, Clarence Gail, and A Brown.
A portrait of Admiral George Dewey tracing his naval career from post Civil War routine at sea to command in Manila Bay. It notes his service at Annapolis and Newport, his role on the lighthouse board, and his climb to commodore and president of the board of inspection and survey. The piece covers the gift house incident, a 1900 talk of a Republican presidential bid, the 1914 critique of Von Diedrichs, and enduring praise from Admiral Sampson highlighting his leadership, courage, and historical insight.
Quincy residents will decide on a fall chautauqua. If a plan with a chautauqua bureau proceeds, bureau reps may run ticket sales to cover expenses. If enough tickets sell, a fine program is promised. otherwise no chautauqua. The Quincy Chautauqua association met to review finances and plans.
Gem City lodge Modern Woodmen of America installed officers for the coming year at Eagle hall Monday night. Attendance reached 200 with families and friends present. J H Timmerman assisted by W E Camp and a forester team installed the officers. A musical program featured Miss Lucretia Harris Winchester Missouri Miss Alyttle Huffman Rockport and Miss Summers with pianist Miss Nichols from Quin cy College of Music. Dancing and refreshments followed.
United States Senator J. Hamilton Lewis of Illinois pledges to assist Quincy in securing the $11,000,000 armor plant. Local officials and business leaders press fair methods as they push claims, with Chamber of Commerce data and university geology reports requested to outline regional advantages and mineral deposits.
A senior class committee of Helen Struck Francis Enright and Vernon Henry will oversee invitations for next spring's commencement. Sophomores attending the January 26 class reception must sign up with reporting room teachers by Wednesday and pay class dues beforehand. The city schools Women Teachers club met in Miss Holmer's room with Miss Holmer representing the high school.
Deeds show Wugh BR King to Thomas A Scherer lot 1 2 8 4 block 8 C H Mortons ad Ouiney 10, Lee Rhea to William H Michels lot 9 block 3 Camp Point 1000 Fanny Terry to Frank Balzer lot 6 block L also part out lot 7 block 1t Bailey ad Camp Point 2300 Mattie Grace to J S Harwood lot 1 block 12 Pease addition Quincy also lot 12 block 121 John Woods ad Quincy also lot 8 block 26 Union Banks ad Quincy 3600 Charles Edwin Whincheloe and Mary J Wilcox each undivided 1 4 interest in lot 10 block 2 Harts ad Lorain for 300 Ella F Davis of Clayton to Lemuel Peters part in 1A sec 26 township 1 range 6 west containing 10 acres 64000 Albert J Stewart to Lena M Law eon 6 1 2 of ne 14 sec 13 township 2n 1range 10 west 100
Squirrels in Quincy parks charm visitors as locals feed them and dogs learn to share. Henry Illinois seeks to replicate the attraction by establishing a municipal colony of squirrels and song birds, prompting inquiries to Quincy officials about care and feeding practices.
Employees of J Stern & Sons enjoyed a Dutch Wane in Turner hall and a smoker as plans for the firms fiftieth anniversary were discussed. The firm founded in 1867 grew to a four floor Quincy clothing house, with Charles Rosenheim as manager since 1910. He credits newspaper advertising and a long growth history for the success.
Attorney Frank Penick and Clyde Sears filed deeds for a playground and athletic field on Jersey street between Fourteenth and Sixteenth streets. The 60 by 340 foot site cost 1400 dollars, with owners Thomas E. Thompson F Weems AL R Dick and W E Williamson. Centrally located near Webster and Tigh schools within walking distance of most Quincy homes.
Mrs. D. D. Milthizer of Kinderhook Illinois arrived in Quincy on Tuesday and will stay until Friday with relatives and friends. She plans to go to Paloma to visit friends for an unspecified period.
John A. Bud Thompson, a Republican alderman from the Second ward, announced his candidacy for the Republican nomination in the spring primary after requests from local businessmen. Party leaders reportedly back his bid and endorse Thompson as a strong mayoral contender if nominated.
Quincys Pulse Buffalo Club hosts a whist and dance at the Eagles hall with prizes to be awarded. North Star Camp Modern Woodmen installs officers at the Eagles hall. Quincy Council No 15 R and S M of Masons holds a private installation in the Masonic temple. Herman lodge Masons perform third degree work in the Masonic temple. Y M C A tri state volleyball tourney upcoming with teams from Burlington Galesburg Hannibal Jacksonville and Keokuk plus a banquet at YWCA. Quincy Military Ladies plan a dance at the Armory. Moose lodge hosts a whist and dance with six prizes and Schillings orchestra.
The Thompson farm of 240 acres was sold in a court house public sale by Master in Chancery E. P. Allen on Tuesday afternoon. Bids reached $7,200 with the final price $7,206, in a foreclosure sale. Ss. 8. B. C. Mesting reports the semi monthly South Side Boat club meeting will be held Friday night in the club house with reports from the last two weeks read.
A flood bridge near Meredosia was set ablaze, delaying the Wabash passenger train due here Tuesday morning by about two hours. Local authorities investigated the blaze as crews worked to clear the span and restore service.
Lipnic of Invercos is preparing to locate here and open a furnishing goods store in the near future. He has not announced the exact location. Baptist Trustees Elect include H. O. Channon as chairman and E. P. Osgood as secretary at Central Baptist Church. Agoga Class to Meet at First Baptist Fourth and Jersey streets in quarterly gathering hosted by Miss Hattie Collins. Falls Down Stairway injured man August TM Stipp, 70, at 332 Adams Street, bruised but not seriously harmed. resident for 25 years and former cigar maker. "Farmer" Rusk visits Springfield for Illinois Livestock Breeders meeting to seek laws aiding the livestock industry. will attend Urbana university short course for farmers.
Amanda Smith died possessed of household furniture worth 500 dollars cash 565 dollars and notes for 700 dollars. The inventory of the estate of Francis M. Barmard filed Tuesday shows notes for 322 dollars and four acres of land in section 22 township 3 range 6 west Adams County.
The Rotary Club hosted a lively program led by the Soldiers Home Guard group. Highlights included Bishop Fawcett reading Anthony's speech, a Triangle quartet performance, Willie Wall's oration on Mosquito socks, and a spoof song about peanut butter. The event ended with Booth reciting a revised Anthony piece, and jokes about pajama wearing.
A large city gathering at St Francis school hall heard business actions including moving annual officer elections to December and adopting the American language for Verband proceedings. James Schepers spoke on a historical episode, with Father Didacus on the power of the press, as the Parish orchestra under Professor Musholt provided music.
Attorney Will P. Green of the Quincy Ad club will tour Missouri cities next week delivering talks on Law and its Relation to Advertising. He opens January 23 addressing the Kansas City Ad club, with a follow up in Neosho and Franklin ad clubs the next day.
A brief note indicates model laws are in effect amid advertising rules and thirteen earlier statutes. The text implies harmonized standards across jurisdictions with focus on commerce and public policy. Named entities are not clearly identified in the fragment.
Judge Akers in circuit court Tuesday received the grand jury report four indictments were returned and afterward disposed of the case of Charles Roberts for contempt in failing to pay alimony. W A Conkle of Brashear Missouri indicted for obtaining money under false pretenses for writing a bad check to A K Cory. Green Hutchison and Jodie Allen indicted for rape. The fourth indictment not to be made public at present. Roberts divorced in 1912 ordered to pay alimony. released after agreeing to pay four dollars weekly and arrears over one hundred dollars.
Funeral services for Mrs Frances Magnus who died at St Vincent's Home will be held Thursday at 8 AM in the Home chapel. Burial is set at Greenmount Cemetery.
The ad promotes Dr Bell's Pine Tar Honey as a remedy for neglected colds and chronic coughs. It claims soothing relief for throat irritation and easier breathing, with antiseptic properties to combat germs. suitable for croup sore throat and bronchial conditions. Available at all druggists 25c.
Adams County now lists 178 patients at Jacksonville State Hospital according to the annual report to Judge McCarl. Barbara Tune, oldest county patient, entries August 11, 1874, has forty three years in care with good health noted. The state spends about 200 dollars per patient yearly for food housing clothing and care, with clothing costs around 18 dollars per patient annually. Illinois maintains 22 charitable institutions with annual outlays near 10 million dollars.
Real estate in Adams County has been active for two weeks with many deeds filed by R. Buffington. Town lots in small communities near Quirfey command $1,000 to $2,000, while village lots often reach $3,000 to $4,000 for improved properties. Northern Adams County towns along rail lines near Quincy show the liveliest activity, signaling regional business interest.
At a Quincy National Bank board meeting held Tuesday afternoon all officers were re-elected for the coming year. The bank is in splendid condition and it is hoped that conditions will continue as they have during the last year. The officers reelected include a Tatar vice president.
Missouri generally fair Wednesday and Thursday with rising temperatures. In the south portion expect similar conditions. Townwide fair Wednesday with a probable rise in temperature Thursday. Highs in the 70s and lows in the 50s are possible across regions.
Incomplete OCR text shows temperatures and river stage notes but is garbled. The legible bits reference local temperatures yesterday and river stage at a location labeled River Stage. Specific values and locations are not decipherable due to corruption in the source.
River bulletin notes stage of water at 7 A.M. yesterday at several stations shows flood conditions. Keokuk reports 23 feet, Quincy 14 feet, Hannibal 3.3 feet, St. Louis 3.0 feet with slight declines or rises. The forecast expects a slow fall overall except when fire affects levels.
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