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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1916
Page
7
Editorial argues advertising men should practice declaiming and clear speech to reach the public. It criticizes stammering and overlong manuscripts, urges assembling organizations for direct, concise messages, and notes broader calls for preparedness and effective oratory across professions.
A critical reflection argues for turning nationalist fervor away from conflict toward constructive pursuits. It questions war lust and praises using energy to build cities, map distant lands, and improve civic life, proposing Joys as reformers who could curb crime, teach civility, and lead beneficial campaigns.
The essay argues that fools and simple, devoted figures shape history more than shrewd rulers. It cites John Brown, Garrisons, Wendell Phillips, Savonarola, Luther, and Catherine of Siena as examples whose perceived folly led to emancipation, reform, and enduring institutions.
A collage of wartime and political musings notes ten million pairs of leggings ordered by France from an Oklahoma maker, claims of U S factory activity beyond ammunition, and calls for Wilson supporters to press Bryan in Stockhelm. It jokes about the Ford peace group, Stockholm, and cites daily bandit executions in Mexico.
In a rural tale Farmer Brown's Boy arrives on an icy crust with strange flashing shoes and leaves turnips carrots and a surprise gift. Peter and Mrs Peter view the scene with cautious wonder before discovering a pair of skates and a cheerful gift in the Old Brier Patch.
Mrs. Pankhurst is to be admitted to the United States after all, marking a second attempt to enter the country. Officials hope there will be no need to intern the notable visitor as debates over immigration and national security swirl in the press.
A government inquiry into the influence on war materiel purchases finds evidence of support for broad procurement. Officials underscore needs of defense industries and rapid deployment of supplies.
Citizens pass a presidential primary statute said to let voters choose among candidates but the paper notes this may yield a ballot with hand-picked pledged delegates. The editorial mocks politicians who grant such “privilege” to the people and forecasts voters facing a controlled choice next June.
The article notes dissatisfaction with mail order houses that collect dollars from the public but pay little or no taxes. It mentions a congressional bill pending that would require these firms to bear a fair share of taxation and the plan for a vigorous nationwide campaign in support of the measure.
Witty remark contrasts bold lovers with cautious angels and notes that diplomas often serve as knives in the ads of the underhanded.
On January 21, 1765 a British ship with 350 men under Maj Loftus arrived at the Mississippi River aiming to take control of Illinois from the French, marking a pivotal transfer of regional possession.
The Senate met at noon with Senator Smith of Georgia attacking Britain’s blockade of neutral commerce. The Agriculture Secretary submitted a report on private water power sites requested by the 63rd Congress. Adjourned at 3 50 p m until noon Monday. House committees continued hearings on national defense and immigration literacy tests. Debates began on the further urgent deficiency bill. Adjourned at 5 25 p m until noon Friday.
Danville Illinois January 21 Deputy United States marshal arrested D S Oliver manager of the company producing The Call of the Pines on a warrant for violating the play's copyright He posted a $1000 cash bond and left for Champaign where his production was to be presented He is wanted in the Springfield district and the case will be moved there by Judge F M Wright of the local federal court.
London reports the dispute over detention of international mails expanding beyond the Anglo Swedish phase. Other nations watching closely indicate readiness for formal intervention beyond earlier inquiries as the foreign office faces mounting pressure. A small boy remarks that the road to knowledge has many branches.
In Our School Thursday, Andy and Ex plan to sell Mister Anderson’s old white hearse. They haul it to the village, meet Griggsy who offers two dollars and a bit, and return home with the hearse after Mister Anderson’s furious reaction. Anderson later retrieves the horse, and the boys face possible trouble.
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