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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1918
Page
7
Fragmented text discusses credit expansion and wartime finance, arguing expansion could fuel inflation and debt, while contrasting with postwar needs. Mentions New York, Chase, currency, and government spending, with unclear specifics and several garbled phrases.
Fragmented critique of Dr Landstreet vice president of an acyl entity and Dr Garfield's belief in selecting capable leaders. Mentions a coal crisis, fuel administrator, and musings on governance, honesty, and public trust amidst wartime politics. References to Wilson era decisions and Panama Canal questions.
A rousing wartime screed condemns incompetence and red tape among officers and officials. It argues that muddled orders, useless delays, and laziness kill as surely as enemy fire, urging unquestioning loyalty to capable leadership and readiness to fight rather than cede to inaction. The piece cites generals, captains, and soldiers, warning that failure to act decisively endangers all.
A fragmentary speech transcript quotes Mr. Schwab arguing repression of Bolshevism drives revolution, urging redistribution through opportunity and taxation to reduce inequality. He warns against shifting burdens onto the affluent and questions changing the economic system via violent means.
London reports a Monday night air raid by about 15 German planes with four or five reaching the city. Seven killed and 109 injured officially announced. one raider downed in flames from 10,000 feet.
In Our School notes recount the day after thaw with pupils cold and sneaking winter funnels to avoid telling their mothers. Andy Anderson and Torp Stebbins start an ark plan listing two of every animal and debating extra birds and creatures. Ex Brigham makes faces, Lilac Grimes complains, Fatty Bellowes eyes the basket, and Bol Haynes breaks records while hoping for a medal soon.
Washington Jan 30 a delegation of the Order of Railway Telegraphers appeared before the railroad wage commission to press a forty per cent wage increase and an eight hour day for their 84 000 members Secretary Lane chairman of the commission said compromise would be required in setting fair compensation for workers under government operation He added the problem must be viewed in wartime terms with rising costs and the services rendered to the nation as the focus.
Washington Jan 30 Senate commerce committee voted 7 to 6 to amend the administration railway bill to provide that the government shall not re control of railroads for a year after the war ends, delaying postwar management and future ownership decisions. The panel’s action signals a battle over timing and scope of government control in the railroad sector.
A postwar push to tighten railroad control faces opposition from committee members who pledged to seek a reversal of the action and, if blocked, to file minority reports. The dispute centers on yearlong debates over governance and oversight of the railroads.
Copenhagen dispatch says the red tiara has taken full control of Tel singfors, capital of Finland, with unclear fate for Finnish officials who may have escaped the revolt.
Philadelphia January reports show improved rail traffic yet drifts and packed snow persist in many areas delaying through trains from the west by up to 18 hours. The situation keeps eastern routes largely snowbound with freight and passenger schedules disrupted across the state.
In Paris on January 30 the chamber of deputies passed a bread ration of 300 grammes per person by a 385 to 92 vote. The decision aims to regulate daily staple access amid wartime or economic conditions.
Eddy Fox trails Mrs Grouse under fresh snow as he plans a fast move for breakfast. A sudden blast of snow erupts as Grouse bursts from hiding, saving the bird and spoiling Reddy Fox’s plan, leaving him to ponder his missed chance.
Tartts Jan 30 Lewis J Malvyy former minister of the interior appeared Monday before the senate acting as a high court of justice to answer high treason charges for wartime acts in office. He entered under usher escort and, pale yet composed, answered preliminary questions with folded arms and a steady gaze.
Washington warns that Weernig is barred from exporting goods on the controlled list by parcel post without a license. Such shipments violate the espionage act, with penalties up to a $10,000 fine or two years imprisonment, or both.
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