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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1915
Page
2
Whipple clinched his first Among Men title after driving off the 22nd hole to seal victory. The win highlights a tense finish as rivals pressed for the win in challenging conditions.
At the Country club a flag planting contest framed by golf drew a keen field. Dr H L Whipple won the men’s flag, Mrs E N Monroe led the ladies, with Mrs George Reeves second. A ball contest, dinner, and fireworks followed as guests lingered in Quincy.
Berlin reports a continuing but unsuccessful Russian assault across Bukowina between the Pruth and Dniester rivers. Violent artillery battles rage as Russians retreat, with heavy losses estimated at around 20,000 in the past few days as Austro Hungarian forces advance across the frontier.
London reports official British press bureau figures show 5,180 Turkish soldiers killed and 15,000 wounded in Dardanelles operations from June 28 through July 2.
The seven year old son of Mr and Mrs George H Gardner of 2049 Maine Street was seriously injured when struck by a westbound street car at the Maine and Twentieth street intersection. He suffered a deep scalp wound and other minor bruises but is expected to recover, after being initially taken to a hospital and then returned home. The father reported the child waited for an eastbound car and failed to see the opposite car, stepping into its path.
The Mississippi barge, amid high winds, was blown into shore twice and its hawsers broke while operating between Quincy and Hannibal for Moose Lodge excursions. It completed two trips, landing in Hannibal and Quincy with delays, under tow by Gordie Eastman as crowds watched.
The Quincy area enjoyed a clean and safe holiday with large crowds at Highland and Baldwin Parks. Fireworks wowed spectators while police restricted big cannons. many picnicked or joined excursions to Hannibal. Weather was favorable and crowds packed boats, boats and streets as the Central States Amateur Rowing regatta drew spectators.
A detailed look at the Carl Hagenbeck-Wallace Circus praises its organizational perfection as observed by U S Army officers in Washington. Gen Evans notes efficiency in wagon loading and parade setup. The two shows, Hagenbeck animals and Wallace Circus, operate as one ticket enthralling crowds. Performances are set for July 19 at 2 and 8 p m with a 10 pm street pageant departure.
Local update recounts Quincey Ellis moonlight excursion on Friday the 9th. Visitors include Mrs Harry Thesen of St Louis departing today, Miss Mary King of Springfield arriving to visit Aunt Mrs Robert Ryan. Central States regatta attendance noted, B P O Elks No 100 moonlight trip planned for Friday July 9. Flying Dutchman hay loader advertised by Collins Plow Company. Press operator left for Chicago after word his mother may not live.
Seven hundred men of the First regiment Chicago will form Governor Dunne's guard of honor at the Panama-Pacific International exposition. Col. J. B. Sanborn will command. The unit is expected to reach San Francisco July 22 after detraining multiple times on its across country parade to entertain National Guard members from other states. Adjutant General Frank S. Dickson secured permission from authorities in all states along the route.
Summer text claims backache and stiff muscles stem from kidney weakness. It praises Kidney Pills from Miller and Arthur Drug Co as a remedy to restore kidney health and flush uric acid and poisons from the system.
The July 5 naval program under consideration by Secretary Daniels aims to shape shipbuilding for the coming year. Wilson will decide final numbers and types, with limited war zone data guiding plans. Observers note secrecy among belligerents and the shifting role of dreadnoughts amid submarine threats and minefields.
The Chicago Tribune reports optimistic claims by Cook County backers of Col. Frank O Lowden for governor and Mayor William Hale Thompson for national committeeman. They launch a downstate campaign this week claiming strong lineups in districts 12 through 24, with several congressmen riding with the Thompson Lundin Lowden wagon despite Deneen West resistance.
Plainville residents and visitors Eurasian tidbits recount trips to Quincy Payson Barry and Kinderhook. Notables include Dr. and Mrs. Ralph Jointen of Peoria visiting Inman, Lee accompanying home, and others attending funerals, birthdays, and social visits. New car purchases and carrier postings also noted.
The Liberty Bell begins its eight and longest journey from Philadelphia in July 5 coverage. It will travel over 10,000 miles visiting states including Pennsylvania Ohio Indiana Illinois Missouri Kansas Nebraska Colorado Wyoming Utah Idaho Washington Oregon and California on a special train to the Panama-Pacific International Exposition before returning to Independence Hall late this year.
HARWICH England July 62913 A Norwegian steamer has been sunk after a torpedo or mine strike off Sans Lightship near the mouth of the Thames. Fifteen crew members have been brought here for safety.
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