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Quincy Whig

Location

Quincy, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jul 08, 1917

Page

2

Abandoned Car Recovered After Heist Near Palmyra

Palmyra Missouri July 8 1917 three youths Frank Bledsoe and two colored men Elgie Davis and Ambrose Lewis arrested for larceny in seizing the Ford owned by B M Schilling Savoy hotel. Car found abandoned near Manly opera house. A 38 caliber revolver and stamps taken. revolver later traced to Deputy Collector Markell. Hearing set before Judge P T Chadwell. Other local notes cover registration cards transport to Jefferson City and upcoming city tax board meeting.Reports also mention marriage plans Lola Allen and Edward Crossan and Marine Corps exam passes by Lloyd Moore Harold Baker and Dick Beusey with others considering enlistment.

Palmyra Frank Bledsoe Elgie Davis Ambrose Lewis Mefford Harvey B. M. Schilling Savoy Hotel Manly Opera House W. B. Markell Young Bledsoe Emil Nill Lewis Quincy P. T. Chadwell O. G. Sanford C. P. Glahn J. H. McCord Missouri Jefferson City C. G. Sanford F. W. Lane Lane City Board of Equalization C. Lawrence Leggett J. E. Best Rochester Minn St. Joseph Hospital T. A. Rozelle Henrietta Best Allen Crossan Lola Allen Edward R. Crossan Near Hannibal Methodist Hannibal Lola Mary R. Allen Crossan J. W. Crossan Miller Township Mr. Crossan Lloyd Moore Harold Baker Marine Corps Port Royal D. C Dick Beusey

Soldiers accused of breaking up meetings in defense of rights

Baker New York July 8 Soldiers who interfere with free speech free press or the right peaceably to assemble and petition the government break the law according to a statement of Secretary of War Baker read by the American Legal Defense League. The secretary’s communication came in response to a league request protesting soldiers and militiamen breaking up meetings arresting citizens raiding rooms and headquarters despite protests to the police.

New York War Baker American Legal Defense League League

Ride on Ferry B. B. today in city recalls

Brief personals note lists numerous residents and visitors, including Mr. and Mrs. A. S. Lindbald of Chicago visiting their in laws Mr. and Mrs. Lou Mellen at 635 Kentucky street, and various local activities, health updates, and travel plans across town.

B. B A. S. Lindbald Chicago Lou Mellen Kentucky Street St. Peters League Park Elmer Meyer Louis Becker St. Louis H. F. Lafler State Bank A. G. Blivens York Street Grand Junction Colo Giles Bros West Side Square Clyde Smith Bowen H. F. Lummis Smith Trotter Maine William Wiggins Louisana G. A. Spaulding T. C. Poling Laura Weilepp Decatur W. G. Musselman Quincy G. F. Oliver Detroit Cleveland Freiburg Otto Hillwein Mildred Helen Einhaus Vermont Street Ferry Father Kunch St. Boniface Church Denver Antonella Franciscan Sisters Quincy Ice Dealers S. 10Th Sadie Redmond South Eighth Street Miss Redmond American Strawboard Company Helen Virginia Richardson William Richardson Sapulpa

Quincy Motor Club Out After Members

The Quincy Motor club membership committee met Saturday evening at the Newcomb hotel and decided to issue application blanks to enroll every person in the county who has a car and enjoys driving. A meeting Thursday with Hannibal and Keokuk visitors is expected to be a big affair with all interested invited.

Quincy Motor Club Newcomb Hotel Hannibal and Keokuk Motor Club

Sparrows Compared by Color and Size in Brief Guide

The white throated and white crowned sparrows are smaller and named by their plumage, while the fox sparrow is larger with bright rufous tones and distinct breast streaks and spots.

Short Potato and Vegetable Shortages Hit Germany

London reports Hamburg and other principalities expect no potatoes next month and scarce fresh vegetables due to continued drought. A semi official note cites delayed crops and poor prospects in drought stricken areas. Bavaria cuts meat ration to 375 grams weekly per person after Monday, citing reduced milk due to cattle slaughter.

London Hamburg Altona Germany Bavaria

Seasonable Weather Forecasted for Week

Weather bureau issues weekly outlook with Great Lakes showers likely and warm conditions early in the week. Plains and Mississippi Valley regions expect varied conditions with periods of warmth and possible precipitation throughout the period.

Washington The Weather Bureau Great Lakes Plains States Mississippi

Thundershowers Forecast for Early Week Scattered

A fragment notes widely scattered thundershowers with warm temperatures expected in the first part of the week. The report lacks clear locations or times, but signals unsettled, stormy weather patterns likely affecting local areas.

Conridgist Poler Iter Hilt

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