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Newspaper

Quincy Whig

Location

Quincy, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jan 29, 1916

Page

4

Wilson for Attorney General in Illinois nomination

George H. Wilson wins Republican endorsement for Illinois attorney general from the city central committee of Quincy Adams county. A Wilson for Attorney General club is proposed with a 25 member committee to organize in city, county and senatorial district as Wilson outlines plans and addresses supporters.

Republican City Central Committee Adams County George H. Wilson Illinois Irs Frank Garner Wilson For Attorney General Club Wilson Juiner Adamis County Gardner Uns General Assembly

Abe Martin: Market for personal grievance lacking

Abe Martin notes no market for a personal grievance, mentioning an issue with a pipe and a misdirected effort. The fragmentary remark signals a local commentary on personal disputes and market demand.

Mieers Baum

Full Ticket in Field Assured in Republican Meeting

A Republican central committee meeting at the Republican headquarters discussed assembling a full ticket. Details name committees by ward to nominate candidates for city offices and set a five-person slate for board of supervisors and other posts, aiming for a complete ticket and allowing others to enter via petitions.

Mig Charis HH. Cottrell Republicanity Central Committee Republican South Pafth Lve Hiomer Dunbar Elizabeth Wheeler Schlagenhaut Perry Elis Schlagen Hit First Ward Archie Williams James Mo Brown John A. Thompson Cate Pattie WA Stameonds G. W. Harrison Benning Edo Braever Tans Gane Delar Lepper Ting GuiVatas Hith Henry Cermann Frank Weber Thre Arch Williams Cole Bartlett Charles Meyer Board of Supervisors Ascessor

Only Two Classes in the Sight of God

Rev Oliver Reed used a revival text at First Baptist Frundary meeting about two classes in God s sight. The sermon contrasted believers and the lost, quoting Jesus’ sacrifice to taste death for every man and stressing grace and judgment in a wartime era.

Oliver Reed First Baptist Church Frundary Jesus Sonny Feferrees

Jefferson school accepts building for Quincy pupils

The new Jefferson school, a $95,000 fireproof two story brick facility on Oak Spring Third and Fourth streets, was formally accepted by the board of education. Pupils will enter Feb 7 with a public reception during Feb 14–21. Architect Marta Getse praised the design as complete aside from minor finish work.

Jefferson School Board of Education Quincy Melinda Germann D. L. Musselman Wiliam Schlagenhaus J. M. Winters Martin J. Geise Oak, Spring Third Quincey Burlington

Sons of Rest Begin Lively Campaign Gathering

The Sons of Rest, a Quincy clan, organized at the Armory Thursday night and began active recruitment for new members. Pitteen will travel to Hannibal tonight for a banquet at the Mark Twain hotel as part of the campaign. Officers include President Robert Gover and Vice President George Love. The club meets every Tuesday night at the Armory.

Sons of Rest Armory Pitteen Hannibal Mark Twain Hotel Robert Gover George Love Prank Benard Prank Robinson Gravd Willan Beek

Payson Teachers Offer Good Program

Payson teachers present a strong program with several listed staff names and positions. The report notes involvement of Ruth Lives and Gerace Thal among others, highlighting a cooperative effort and expected outcomes for the educational initiative.

Payson Ano Tatu Nepherson Ruth Dessacetention

Child Deserted At Burlington Station Sparks Probe

Probation Officer Nolan investigates a mother who left infant "Francis Leo" at Burlington depot. The woman registered as Mrs. Harris at Hotel Virginia and visited 511 North Sixth Street claiming the child is a sister’s. She planned Woodland Home admission but left after delays and a required physician's certificate. The child is cared for at the Detention Home, attracting offers from several potential adoptive families.

Woodland Francis Leo Burlington Depot Nolan Virginia Keokuk

Deaths and Funerals in Marblehead and area

Obituaries report Mrs William Cory dies at 63 in Marblehead after a yearlong illness. Funeral in Marblehead, body to Quincy for further rites at 2:30 p.m. in Mrs Sam Short’s home. Interment at Greenmount Cemetery. Also notices for Mrs Ann Elizabeth Wheeler and Miss Panic Reynolds with services in Marblehead and nearby towns. Barney Boge dies in Dyersville. funeral in Dyersville today.

William Cory Marblehead Alexandria Clark County Sam Short Quincy Charles Royal Neghbors North Eleventh Street Royal Greenmount Cemetery Ann Elizabeth Wheeler Weleck Roomily Tamphhire Street Wood Endres Nom. Rigg Marne Street Burton Fannie Reynolds Miss Panic Reynolds Barney Boge Barney Roce Dyersville Town Boge Joseph Penning Roge Dwyersvile

Will Go After Subscriptions For New Chamber Home

A Friday meeting of the Chamber of Commerce executive committee and board focused on collecting delinquent industrial fund subscriptions securing the building on Fifth and Jersey streets. Total subscriptions 522,244.74. paid 39,895.94. unpaid 12,348.79. About 5,600 still due on the building. industrial fund balance near 5,600. Delinquents discussed paying into the industrial fund. a special committee was appointed for collection with 8 o’clock meeting next Tuesday.

Chaber of Commerce Fifth and Jersey Streets Industrial Fund George D. Levi Chamber Chamber of Commerce Geo. A. Wall George Gabriel Herman PF. Jochem Wall House Committee Levi

Dr W W Lauder Lectures On Art At Cosmopolitan School

Dr W W Lauder delivered a lecture on art at the Cosmopolitan School of Music and Dramatic Art. The talk covered aesthetic theory and artistic periods, drawing attention to modern movements and the role of the artist in society.

W. W. Lauder Art de Svow Lauder Chape Mars Ashe

Wear Flowers Today in McKinley’s Honor

A fragmented report notes widespread wear of carnations in tribute to President William McKinley on his birthday. Observers recall his simple taste and the nation’s respect, with citizens and officials alike marking the day in quiet homage.

M’kinley’s

Local Pick Ups Winast and 4th at 120 M 12th street

Afternoon events at 2 include a 300 benefit for Good Shepherd Rectory. Halbach Schroeder Co. tests and notices. work on the Eagles Home on North Street paused due to weather. A kindergarten program and new textiles are mentioned, along with an annual review in January. Local business actions, attorney Mo Fo Carrots, and German cotton items appear in the text.

12Th Street Good Shepherd Rectory Fund Halbach-Schreeder DPD Palmer Halbach-Schroeder Eagles Siath Street Kiaidergarten Halbach-Schroeder Co Hadbach-Schreesdyer Cea Attorney Mo Fo Pac Tlaliach-s. Aroeder Co Mhoccetten Baneter Tussa Gernart Reis Tlalbach-Schroeder Co

Labor Standing Committees Named

The Trades and Labor Assembly named the standing committees for the coming year at its Friday meeting led by President Theodore Bisser. Committees include Legislative with Herman Schelp J J Kearney Jacob Reque W E McIntyre Edward Stranckmeyer Bernard Deters Charles Rasche Frank Busch John Heuser F W Irish Bert Ryan Frank Lohaus John Augustine George E Wolfman William Lincoln William Otte Edward Landwehr H Steinkamp Rolla E McNeall Charles Spilker E Leach W J Reed Fred W Peuster R S Benedict Organizing with Tim Ifolt George Fries Hf H Thesen Otis W Cate George W Milbert Printing with George N Schmitt C T Strathmeyer F F Beals Union labels with IT Behrensmeyer Arthur Mester J Hagenah Oscar Milbert EH Wellman George Wheatcroft Ben Scott Frank Landwehr Arthur Brown Joseph Goederries. The groups will meet next week to organize and begin year work. Other business was routine with several communications referred to committees.

Theodore Bisser Trades and Labor Assembly Herman Schelp J. J. Kearney Jacob Reque W. E. McIntyre Edward Stranckmeyer Bernard Deters Charles Rasche Frank Busch John Heuser F. W. Irish Bert Ryan Frank Lohaus John Augustine George E. Wolfman William Lincoln William Otte

Symphony Concert Program Issued by Quin cy Symphony

Announcement Friday listed the Empire theater program for the Quin cy Symphony on Feb 4 under Earl Reinkencer, with soloist Albert Fischer and concertmaster. Selections include Rainmond overture, Scherzo and Serenade, Dvořák and Schubert pieces, Violin Solo Meditation, and Hungarian Fantasy. Police sergeant Riley received thanks from Buskeye club for police ball conduct and invited officers to a future policemen's dance in Hannibal.

Kien Quincy Symphony Empire Theater Slo Earl Reinkencerfff Albert Pischer Rainmond Thomas Scherzo Ieidimark Schubert Seeres Venortiennes Cavaneuve Thats Massenet Police James Riley Buskeye Club Hanibal Police Department Hannibal

Fourth annual football banquet set at Hotel Newcomb Tonight

Arrangements are complete for the fourth annual football banquet to be held at the Hotel Newcomb tonight. The senior players have spared no effort to ensure a complete success.

Hotel Newcomb

Movement for New School Shifts to Quincy Talks

Attorney William Schlagenhauf, board member, urged a new school building at Irving Mothers' club meeting in Quincy. He described the 1865 main building as unsafe and inadequate, lacking artificial lighting and modern facilities, and noted it houses 400 pupils in a congested district. The vote of electors will decide funding. the event also showcased manual training and domestic science work.

Marta Getse William Schlagenhauf Board of Education Mothers’ Club Irving School Quincy George Gabriel Irving M. M. Crockett S. L. Adair Jarrett Gabriel Ind Sth

River Reaches New January High Mark

Mississippi River rose to 15.1 feet Friday noon, then fell to 14.9 feet by midnight. The day’s high marked the city’s highest January stage since 1880 records began. Residents of Missouri lowlands evacuated to higher ground amid rising flood fears. Mrs. C. IL Adelphoht continues to improve.

Mississippi Missouri

Hearts of thanks for neighbors kindness during illness and death

The children express heartfelt gratitude for kindness and sympathy shown to them during the illness and death of their beloved mother Mrs. Elizabeth Whyeler. They also thank everyone for the numerous beautiful floral offerings.

Elizabeth Whyeler

For Sale Oak Bedroom Set By Owner Leaving City

Beautiful oak bedroom set cheap. Owner leaving city. Can be seen at Work Over Furniture Co. S38 State 34.

Work Over Furniture Co

Weather outlook for Missouri and regions

A mixed precipitation forecast for Saturday with rain in the south and rain or sleet in the north, slight warming in the south. Sunday brings rain or snow in the north, with colder night conditions. east and south portions warmer Saturday, cooler Sunday.

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