Quincy Needs 200 New Homes Urges City Growth
C P Perry secretary of the Chamber of Commerce told a Whig reporter that Quincy should build about 200 modern small homes to house working people. He argued this would attract new industries, reduce dilapidated housing, and boost growth. He cited the 1910 census showing 42 percent home ownership and noted prior efforts to create a home owning city.
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Quincy
C. P. Perry
Chamber of Commerce
Quincey
Considers Flats Good Investments in Quincy
The piece quotes Gustave A. Bauman advocating small modern flats as sound investments in Quincy. He argues limited supply, high building costs, and location drive rent potential, citing units with four rooms and baths renting from 18 to 30 dollars monthly. He notes demand and occupancy in affordable, well located flats near 16th and Kentucky streets.
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Quincy
Gustave A. Bauman
Paul Timed
St. Louis
Light
Orater
Maaterial
Pepe
Ori
Washi
Tam
16Th
Kentucky
Statements from Sec C F Perry on housing for industry
Secretary C F Perry notes housing shortages deter industry in Quincy. He argues that building 200 or more small modern homes at about 500000 dollars could prove profitable, and renting them at reasonable prices would attract larger industrial investment.
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Quincy
Praises Whig in Campaign for More Homes in Quincy
A Quinciy real estate man Loren C. Cox lauds the Whig for highlighting rental demand and urges building modern flats. He argues owners could profit by replacing old ramshackle buildings with four-room flats rented at about $20 a month, boosting civic pride and local investment.
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Loren C. Cox
Quincy
Whig
Wells
Quincey
Quincy Lot
Traoman
Aewell
Qumes
Bad roads disrupt auto service lines in city area
Fragmented report notes worsening road conditions near Dawson and Plain streets affect automobile routes and travel in the last few days. Officials warn that unsafe surfaces could hinder commutes and impede vehicle movement.
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Ditfen
Tre
Dawson and Plain
Feared Officer Was Highwayman In Circuit Court
In Thursday afternoon session of the circuit court, T. S. Kemper, colored, faced charges of assaulting Webster Hutchins with a knife. He claimed he thought Patrolman Blackwood a highwayman and acted in fear, recounting how he fled, was pursued by shots, and finally arrested. He admitted $1.50 on him and described the police beating he endured. The jury trial was to continue the next day amid defense applause. Isaac Buckner’s murder case was expected to be heard that afternoon.
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Blackwood
T. S. Kemper
Webster Hutchins
Circuit Court
Louis Mann
Hutchins
Sixth Street
Locust Boulevard
Kemper
Smith's
North Sixth Street
Court House
Wolfer
Wolfe
Isaac Buckner
Indian Mission Fire Destroys St Francis Church and School
The Indian Mission of St Francis at St Francis South Dakota was burned down on Monday. About 500 people lived or attended there with 300 Indian children among them. Two former Quincy Sisters, Sister Selecta and Sister Bonaventura, run the mission. Donations are being collected from Quincy residents with free transport provided. Fred G Wolfe Sr leads the drive and can be contacted in person or by phone. Canned goods flour clothing and money are needed and appreciated.
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St. Francis
S. D
Quincy
Selecta
Sister Bonaventura
Fred G. Wolfe, Sr
Prevent the Grip Bromo Quinine Ad Claims Cure
A vintage medicine advertises Bromo Quinine as a cure for colds and grip with the claim to remove the cause. It notes a single product name Bromo Quinine and includes E. W. Grove’s signature on the box priced 25¢.
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E. W. Grove
Insanity plea ruled out in Wood assault verdict
Oliver Wood was found guilty of assault with intent to kill Elmer Carnaga near Lorraine after a trial that spanned from 2:30 to 4:45 pm on Thursday. Wood testified he did not intend to shoot, claiming he fired to frighten, while the defense unsuccessfully pursued temporary insanity. The jury fixed Wood’s age at 45, sentencing to a penitentiary, and the court planned to withhold sentence pending further proceedings. Wood returned to county jail without substantial remarks.
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Oliver Wood
Elmer Carnaga
Loraine
Wood
Carnaga
Man Seeks To Frighten Rival After Missed Return
A man admits he loaded a gun after learning Mrs Wood did not return as agreed through Carnaga. He pursued Carnaga not to kill but to frighten him, he said.
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Carnaga
Probate notes in county court reveal multiple estate actions
By the will of Leonard Zienes filed in county court on Thursday his wife Christina Zienes is named executrix and receives the entire estate. Anna B. Schlinkmann was named administratrix of John W. Weisen born with bond set at $2,000. Schlinkmann, as administratrix of Henry Schlinkmann, received $13.60 from county funds. Mary E. Rogers inventory by Walter Thomas shows Mendon and Lima real estate valued at $9,500 plus cash, notes, and chattels totaling about $10,000.
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Leonard Zienes
Christina Zienes
Ben Heckle
Frank Zwick
John W. Weisenborn
Anna B. Schlinkmann
Henry Schlinkmann
Mary E. Rogers
Walter Thomas
Mendon
Lima
Stag Organizer Planned Visit For Local Chapter
Quincy drove the Order of Stags to Maine Street Eagles hall. Exalted Director Anion Krins leads the year-old group as it plans a campaign to recruit more members within three to four weeks. A social hour followed the meeting.
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Quincy Drove
Order of Stags
Eagles
Maine Street
Anion Krins
Dr Miles Dropsy Treatment Endorsed by Patients
A vintage advertisement extols Dr Franklin Miles and the Grand Dropsy Treatment. It promises rapid swelling relief, claims a day one improvement and six days to remove edema, and offers a free Dropsy Book and trial treatment to readers in need. Names of multiple patients from various states are cited as testimonials and an address in Elk Hart Indiana is provided for orders.
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Miles
Sarah A. Boyd
Oelwein
S. Frederick Sr
Elvina Sanders
Decatur
Nebr
D. A.’Green
Loda
Julia Breault
Dugdale
Minn
George Cooper
Engelking
Wis
D. O. Hughes
Marlin
Texas
Mary Morse
Walker
Franklin Miles
Dept. PD
Main Street
Elkhart
Indiana
White checked nain sock and madras at low price
One lot of white checked nain sock and striped madras offered in mill lengths at an excellent value. Special pricing available today and Saturday with values 15c and 17c per yard, limited quantities.
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Guernsey
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Sec. C. F
Stag Organizer
yaaweLin
Will
Nottingham
China
Pfull
Cale
Magnolia Enamelware
Berlin
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