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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1916
Page
7
The editorial argues that cars will erode the manly art of whip cracking once common at farm sales. It recalls whip masters, the crowd, and auction theatrics, noting autos reduce crowd presence and whip use. It notes the ritual of new whips and stump speeches, ending with auction patter about selling prized horses.
The piece rails at Illinois road neglect amid grand speeches and congresses while actual improvements lag. It laments rough country lanes and treacherous ruts, noting scattered oiling and rock bonding, yet emphasizes that talk has surpassed action and bravery in public discourse.
After a three month trial and $750,000 spent, five of eleven New Haven directors face retrial as jurors disagreed on guilt. AG Gregory notes conviction unlikely, citing vague Sherman law definitions governing railroads. Leading lawyers and the public alike find the law unclear and hard to enforce.
The column contrasts Miss Jane Addams with Colonel decrying war while defending social justice. It cites 1913 Progressive platform as sacred, notes Addams' enduring advocacy for workers in tenements, and mentions Carranza reparation ideas and Senator Sheeran's push for heavier taxes on the wealthy amid farmer concerns.
The column weighs opinions on Villa and Carranza pursuit, President Wilsons preparedness drive, and reactions to European peace ideas. It notes delay in navy build, weather hindering public spirit, Montenegrin army surrender joy in Central Powers, and local worries of moonlight revelers in Quincy. New York sleighing beats skating fads.
Divers recovered the slime encrusted hull of a submarine boat from the bottom of the Chicago river after two decades buried in mud and currents. The boat’s builder was once mocked as a “nut” for believing a boat could travel underwater.
Peter and Mrs. Peter observe a snow crust over the Old Brier Patch after a storm. They worry for Bob White and neighbors while finding food scarce and the ice thick. Farmer Brown's Boy appears, possibly bearing aid as the harsh winter persists.
A historical note reflects on Montenegro quitting after their last holdout fell to Austrian forces. The piece questions the reasoning behind resisting further, suggesting strategic withdrawal was prudent amid strong enemy pressure. The article also references a legislative committee visit to the University of Illinois at Champaign Urbana and debates over the cost to taxpayers.
On January 20 1821 Greene County was formed as the twenty first county in Illinois history. A reflective line notes a man’s misfortune and a distant idea, reflecting local lore.
Federal officials arrested Waldeman on charges of defrauding farmers in Illinois Iowa and Missouri through a fraudulent commission house scheme. Indicted for mail fraud he faced 2500 bail and jail while awaiting trial. He allegedly mailed cards claiming wagon direct sales to offer better prices, stored goods in cold storage and secured loans before bankruptcy amid farmer complaints.
Day in Congress met at noon with the foreign relations committee taking no action on Mexican intervention resolutions and Indian affairs continuing Osage land lease hearings. Sen Cummins supported government armor plate factories as debate resumed on Philippine self government. Adjourned at 4 45 pm to noon Thursday. House met at noon and urged rules committee to probe support and opposition to preparedness. Debated Shackleford bill for 25 million dollars for federal post roads and a lobby investigation on waterway bills. Urgent deficiency bill proposed 12 572 344 dollars reported favorably. Military and naval committee continued hearings on national defense. Adjourned at 5 pm until noon.
Solomon Bequette of Flat River Missouri credits Foley Kidney Pills with reversing a two year backache illness after using a 50 cent box. The ad notes common kidney trouble symptoms and claims the pills remove poisonous waste, aiding relief. Miller Arthur Drug Co.
Fire damaged three buildings at the Illinois Powder company plant in Grafton on Wednesday. Loss estimated at 10,000 dollars. Police suspect incendiary origin as the plant handles nitric acid. No explosives were inside the affected structures.
An account from Our School observes late arrivals and a pretend excursion to help an old man, a prankish rival among Phil Wig and Ex Brigham, plus Fatty Acking and Eddie Stebbins misbehaving. Miss Palmer scolds the group, plans dressing-room time, and Torp deflects Eddie’s fibbing with a boogeyman tale that Torp made up to stop the lies.
An old advertisement claims Danderine removes dandruff and itching within minutes and, after weeks of use, promotes new hair growth. It touts hair becoming light, fluffy, wavy with abundant shine and softness, urging readers to buy a 28 cent bottle from drug stores or counters.
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