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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1917
Page
3
The American squadron arrived in Buenos Aires amid a grand welcome. About 150,000 people gathered to see the ships and Admiral Caperton. Crowds cheered as the officers landed and later at the embassy where Caperton thanked the crowd.
In Green Bay on July 25 police sought a private detective believed to possess a patent metal refillable pencil that exploded in 9 year old Ludvina Roskeski’s hand. The girl lost three fingers. doctors found no powder marks and noted a peculiar acid odor from the device.
A car carrying Rev George Scherer his two sons and a relative woman was struck by an interurban freight car six miles north of Martinsville Indiana early Tuesday night killing the Rev Scherer Mahlon and Frederick Scherer and Mrs T H Sutton also killed while Mrs George Scherer and 7 year old Eula Scherer were injured The cross traffic obstruction and sudden car appearance left no chance for the drivers The Rev Scherer and Mrs Scherer were recently ordained pastors The party was en route to Olney Illinois for a visit Four others killed in Wilmington California incident.
William F. Norton of Louisville dies with a will demanding a special Pullman car for transport to Cincinnati for cremation. The will requires a well stocked buffet and a 40 piece band to play a concert of his favorite selections, with two 15 minute intermissions inviting band members to drink.
Milwaukee July 25 Real estate men opened the tenth annual convention of the national association of real estate boards with a call to pursue tax reforms. They warned federal taxes may rise due to wartime entry and urged action to lessen unequal real estate tax burdens.
Phoenix Arizona records show license plate No. 5 997 issued to J B Kerdrick of Kingman Mojave county Arizona. The plate was found in desert sands near the body of an unidentified man.
War time problems in brain surgery were discussed by eminent surgeons at a meeting Tuesday under the auspices of the medical committee of the national council of defense. Among those attending were Dr. Dean DeWitt Lewis of Rush Medical College.
Chicago July 28. G. Lutz began as a stenographer in the Iowa Central traffic department in 1890 and has been named vice president of the Chicago and Alton railroad as announced Tuesday. He has served as general manager since 1914.
Chicago July 25 A Wisconsin and Illinois Retail Coal Dealers' association meeting debated enlisting the so called business slacker into their ranks to set price standards. They urged a compact org with a paid secretary to teach slacker how to run a business for honest profit. No action was taken. A committee led by Peter Beck Harvey J B Dooley J W Tapper was named to attend the Washington conference on behalf of Tilincis.
Fort Sheridan Ill July 25 Discovery shows 186 fewer line commissions for student officers at the training camp than expected as only nine infantry companies exist in each Illinois and Wisconsin Michigan contingent. Only 120 of 280 approved provisional lieutenancies in the regular army will be commissioned.
Will and Jesse Powell two Black men jailed on a charge of threatening a white farmer and his Black helper were taken by a mob Tuesday night and lynched at a nearby tree. The incident followed an altercation after they brushed against the farmer’s horse.
The People's Council, successor to the Emergency Peace Federation, announced July 25 that it directed its branches in 50 cities to employ counsel to defend conscientious objectors who may protest draft calls for military service.
Postmasters are informed that letters to United States expeditionary forces in Europe follow domestic postage rules and must bear complete unit designations. Mail to American Expeditionary Forces is to be sent with full sender details and prepaid by stamps. A mail agency is established in Bordeaux, France with Marcus H. Bunn in charge.
Washington July 25 The 640 million airplane bill became law with President Wilson's signature. The act launches a bold program to build about 20,000 planes and train thousands of aviators. Spruce for aircraft will cost roughly 105 dollars per thousand feet under a government producers agreement set Tuesday.
The article notes Canada approving the draft and discusses Allied supply needs. It mentions England's example and reliance on American resources to pay for all kinds of supplies for the Allies. It states a war credit was agreed to and the House adjourned.
Paris July 25 The chamber of deputies by unanimous vote adopted the bill already passed by the senate known as the wards of the nation providing for the state to assume guardianship of all French war orphans Orphans unable to go to relatives will be placed in suitable institutions It is estimated the annual cost will reach one billion francs
Odeboldt Ia July 25 John Zeigham Jr a Sac county farmer was killed Tuesday by his son Leo 18 after his father it is alleged had beaten his mother The slaying occurred at the Zeigham home five miles southwest of here in the presence of other family members The son has not been located since the killing
A general strike began Tuesday in Tampico oil fields affecting the entire region and its refineries. About 15,000 workers across trades are involved. Government troops have been instructed to protect property of both foreigners and Mexicans.
Lausanne Gazette reports the American dollar weakening in Geneva as of Tuesday July 25, quoting 4 francs 46 centimes. The paper notes the rate had stood at 6.12 francs prior to the war, marking a sharp drop in currency value since then.
A Shanghai dispatch to the Morning Post reports the Chinese navy will not acknowledge the Tuan Chi Jui government. It notes 14 cruisers have left Woosung for Canton to support the southern provinces.
The casualty list of the Canadian overseas forces issued Tuesday night lists Americans among the dead and wounded. Killed in action is A. Coughlin of Necedah Wisconsin. Wounded are H. Booth of Springfield Illinois Roy Room of Spokane Washington.
Quincy residents respond to Mayor Thompson by cutting weeds across the city. Most plots are cleaned, especially in poorer areas, with a few owned by wealthy individuals still untreated. Health department will survey at week end and issue abatement notices to owners where weeds crowd sidewalks.
The South Side Boat club will award a signet ring and a medal for trap shooting in addition to the Odell medal and Brown trophy. The prizes cover four shoots of 15 birds each totaling 60, with the first match at 2:30 p.m. next Sunday at the club grounds near Delaware Street. The committee invites outsiders, strangers, and Quincy residents to participate.
Brig. Gen. W. A. White, in charge of British recruiting in the United States, said the mission had enlisted more than 4,800 British subjects and aims for 25,000 recruits from the West and an equal number from the East. Argentina offers a good field for chewing gum sales.
Young married man with successful business experience and university education requests permanent employment. He highlights high principles, creative ability, untiring effort, and excellent references. Previously clerking in grocery and cigar stores with two years on the road. O-43 care Whig.
Henry Thessen fraternal delegate to the Hannibal Trades and Labor Assembly delivered a rousing speech in Hannibal Monday evening and reported on labor conditions in Quincy. The assembly was praised as being in fine condition. Various local residents are noted with travels, illnesses, visits, and routine activities across Quincy and nearby towns.
Washington July 25. An Athens cable says allied control of Greece's internal affairs has been formally abandoned. The move signals the likely complete withdrawal of supervision over railroads telegraphs and post offices and the restoration of Greek sovereignty.
Mayor J A Thompson warns pool hall proprietors to enforce city ordinances prohibiting underage players and gambling. The proclamation cites section 348 with fines from 20 to 100 dollars for violations, aiming to curb youth presence and unlawful gambling in pool halls.
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