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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1915
Page
6
Sacred Heart concert features Trio and Dr Downs for afternoon and evening entertainments. Chamber of Commerce Glee Club and Dickson Orchestra provide the program, offering a mix of vocal and instrumental numbers for attendees.
The program lists an afternoon session with a sacred concert by the Chicago Concert Trio at 2:00 and a 2:30 lecture by Rev. George W. Downs D D. An evening session at 7:45 features music by the Chicago Concert Trio and an 8:15 lecture by Rev. George W. The schedule also notes selections by Lulu Tyler Gates at 2:00 and readings leading to an 8:15 lecture by James Burns.
A packed immense tent in 1915 Quincy heard the opening Chautauqua program led by E G Bauman. The Chamber of Commerce Glee Club under Charles Wieiler performed with piano and instrumental support from the Dickson orchestra. Highlights included Wil liam Oakley and Louise Lusk solos, plus the Concert Trio and Dr George W Dawns lectures. Future days feature Burns of the Mountain, Lulu Tyler Gates, and devotions by church youth groups with no admission and open to all.
A vintage ad touts Dr James Headache Powder as fast relief for throbbing headaches and neuralgia. It urges readers to send someone to the drug store for a dime package and promises immediate improvement after use.
Pont lac July 24 Speaker Champ Clark delivered a chautauqua lecture here today and declined to discuss the latest note to Germany but voiced belief that war would be avoided and expressed utmost confidence in President Wilson to avert a clash with Germany.
Bethel Shrine No 27 of Galesburg Illinois announces a large ceremonial to be held Wednesday evening July 28 at an unspecified time. Visitors from surrounding towns are expected and a large class will be interested. Lunch will be served at 6:30 for members only who notify the worthy scribe by July 26.
Boucke, 70, died four days after being shot five times by Sutton, 72, an inmate at the Soldiers Home Cottage 8. Sutton, charged with murder, allegedly shot Boucke during a long-standing feud following a noon quarrel. No witness to the shooting. Boucke died from a bullet entering the mouth and throat area near the spine.
Halbach-Schroeder Co advertises Monday specials in white terry lath linen coats and dresses while local notes name W. Carrall Bush Jr as Pittsfield postmaster by Wilson. Guardian report in county court shows $59.09 receipts disbursements. Post A meeting set for Saturday July 31 at Highland Park.
An analysis praising street car service as the city’s essential helper. It argues the system promotes sanitation, suburban access, and affordable transport, while criticizing critics seeking lengthy, costly franchises. It notes rail, tie, and car costs rise, yet fares stay five cents with transfers, urging fair treatment and public support.
Peter Cardinal S1 years old of Second and Lind streets was thrown from a northbound Fifth Street car at Fifth and Lind last night. His age and shock left his condition critical. He was taken to St Marys Hospital where Dr Brenner treated him for a broken nose numerous facial cuts scalp abrasion back of head skin torn from right wrist and internal chest injuries. Mr Cardinal was returning home when he stepped off the car about 200 feet south of the intersection.
Pontiac Illinois July 24 James Allen of 6 William Street faces arrest after attempting to flee from a police officer. The incident occurred in Pontiac as the officer pursued a suspect. Further details are not provided in the fragment.
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