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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1916
Page
8
A columnist recounts a dialogue between the Authorman and the Lady-who-always-knows-somehow about giving without expectation. It argues that true giving should be for its own sake, not for reciprocity, and notes the serene, unselfish example of the Lady.
Home made nightgowns and underwear are more durable and comfortable than cheap ready made versions. Techniques include fulling gown portions to a foundation strip, gathering sleeves under the arm to prevent wear, and using edgings and ribbons for yokes and sleeves with practical yardage guidance.
Winter needlework offers semi made frocks in the art department ready to trim with coronation braid. A kimono style dress with pleats on each side of the front panel provides extra room for active little legs and can be completed with little time and labor.
A concrete Equitable Powder Co building in East Alton was destroyed by an explosion on Thursday. Two thousand pounds of black powder were stored inside. The cause of the blast is not yet known.
E. H. Sothern will retire from the stage at season’s end and move with Mrs. Sothern to Warwickshire England to make a permanent home. Mrs. Sothern leaves the stage due to ill health.
Berlin officials report progress on local pecoe matter as Winslow секретary and Jan lead discussions Friday evening. observers note key steps toward resolution and potential timetable for decision.
Ambition grows to bring Col. House, President Wilson's emissary, through Switzerland en route to Berlin. The plan anticipates House remaining in the area for about a week as preparations continue.
Six Negroes, held in the Moreland sheriff killing inquiry, were taken from Worth county jail in Sylvester by a mob and driven away in automobiles. They had been moved from Doles for safety.
Judge John R. Hazel in federal court signed the decree dissolving Eastman Kodak Co after it was found guilty of restraint of trade in a government antitrust case. The order was issued on Tuesday in Buffalo New York, as the court action reached its final phase under the Sherman Act.
Quincy society members invite guests to Tuesday's gathering from five to nine o'clock in celebration of Mr. and Mrs. B T Collins golden wedding. The couple married in Payson at the Baptist parsonage with a large party, later moving to Quincy about 30 years ago. They have three children Dr H O Collins Miss Hattie Collins and Mrs Harry Channon.
Probation Officer Nolan reports a pattern of youths stealing bicycles, repainting and swapping wheels, then selling to dealers. Parents plead for leniency, but no longer. officials will pursue arrests and convictions. Dealers face risk when large numbers of bikes are offered for sale.
Washington January 21 The literacy test section of the immigration bill was the subject of a public hearing before the House Immigration Committee. Vice President Fitzpatrick of the Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen endorsed the literacy test arguing foreign illiterates come mainly in prosperity, work for lower wages, and return home when times are hard.
London dispatch reports Allied warships bombarded Dedeaghatch on Tuesday causing heavy damage. A train was destroyed and several storehouses were set afire according to Reuters Telegram.
Melbourne reporting from London says a proclamation has been issued prohibiting all exports to The Netherlands. The order affects trade flows and may impact shipping and markets as authorities enforce the embargo.
London dispatch notes King Constantine of Greece granting an interview that dominates Thursday papers. The Daily News, calling it An Angry Outburst by the King of Greece, editorializes that Constantine’s remarks reflect resentment toward Entente protective measures.
London January 21 Sir Alfred A Booth chairman of Cunard warns that the nation may have to choose between bread and beer as brewing and distilling absorb shipboard services on a massive scale. He applauds Walter Runciman's remark that only nonessential articles might be shipped out, noting a drop in national efficiency.
In spite of rain and wind, a good crowd attended the revival at First Baptist Church Thursday evening. Rev. Oliver Reed preached from Luke 2 44, focusing on the journey and search for Jesus among kinfolk and acquaintances before returning to Jerusalem.
Women of Luther Memorial church gathered Thursday afternoon at 632 South Sixteenth Street. Miss Agnes Cermeny led the lesson from the first chapter of the "King's Highway" while Mrs Rebecca Vickers oversaw devotional services. A social hour and refreshments followed.
Thursday evening the local aerie F.O. E initiated two new Eagles during the regular meeting. Several new applications were received as part of the session.
Plans for the fifty ninth anniversary celebration of St Josephs Young Mens society of St Boniface Catholic church were completed Thursday evening at a business session in the club rooms Installation of officers was another feature The committee in charge includes Cyril Moller Rome Wiskirchen Richard Huck and Joseph Strothoff The event will be held January 27 in the school hall Notices have been mailed to past and present members with returns expected from two past members Waitresses and music staff were named New badges replacing the German colors with American colors bear the motto America First though Germans The badge shows Faith Hope and Charity and the St Joseph Society seal Officers installed include Father Kunsch president Rudolph Jansen vice president Anthony Muhlenfeld recording secretary Gerry King financial secretary Carl Zang treasurer and a grievance board plus delegates to the district verband Additional entertainment is planned before Lent.
Within three weeks fifty two members who attended every Sunday in 1915 will receive either a gold pin or an Oxford bible. The pins were designed by W G Musselmann and feature a Maltese cross on red enamel with Vermont Street S S in gold. Superintendent H F F Lummis leads a thriving program. 1915 total attendance reached 27 650 with a 54 percent gain.
All day sewing party hosted by the Women of the Presbyterian church at Mrs. E Crawford home 710 Broadway. They sewed linens for Blessing hospital rooms with a noon picnic lunch provided.
The article offers methods to tenderize tough cheap meats. Pounding with flour preserves juices and flavor, creating a rich gravy, while round steak and Spanish beefsteak provide flavorful uses. Chopped meats cook fast and cheaply, with techniques for broiling, searing, and adding milk for Hamburg steak to improve texture.
Sunday school officers were elected at the monthly meeting of the Sunday school teachers of St. Jacobi Lutheran church. Officers named include Superintendent George Pipe, Treasurer Miss Frieda Dicks, Birthday offering treasurer Miss R Heilbrink, Secretary Miss Ruth Bornmann, Cradle roll Miss Matilda Altheide, and Finance treasurer of entertainment committee Miss Mamie Meyerand.
At the monthly Luther Memorial Men’s Brotherhood meeting a church supper was organized with a dedicated supper committee led by J. L. Pipe. Members include R. E. Weeks Fred Hoehne Henry Winter William Fife and Roy Bennett. A subcommittee will assist. A social committee was named with William Fife as chair along with J. F. Herman Henry Niekamp Henry Heidbreder and Bert Ryan.
The attendance committee comprises Roy Bennett, G W Basbach, and David Zoller. The devotional committee includes H C Sprick, C W Breitweiser, and Frank Smith.
Dr. Bitter entertained at a dinner in Christ Evangelical Church Thursday honoring Clarence Eddy who will perform Friday night at Vermont Street Methodist Church under joint auspices of Vermont Methodist and Christchurch churches. The Willing Worker class arranged the meal and presented a moving picture program with songs. Despite bad weather, a large crowd attended the event.
Rev Mr Page will address Bethel Methodist Episcopal Church school children Friday from 3 36 to 4 30 on The Love of Jesus for Children. A large audience is expected and the talk comes from a visitor from Canton Missouri.
Mrs. R. H. Hartley entertained her Presbyterian Sunday school class on Thursday evening with a pleasant social featuring music and refreshments.
Letters from women across Philadelphia Beverly and Erie praise Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for relief during the Change of Life. They cite headaches backaches heat flashes nervousness and improved health after use. Free advice from K Pinkham Medicine Co. Lynn Mass is offered to women seeking help.
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