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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1916
Page
4
A Quincy heat wave produced a new high temperature of 105 degrees on Tuesday, tying the city’s 1914 record. July threatens to be the hottest and driest month yet with no rainfall and rising electricity and ice demand. Residents seek relief in parks or indoors as fans and cooling options run scarce.
Mrs Matilda Knorr died at 9 30 oclock Tuesday evening at the home of her daughter Mrs C F Stratman on North Fifth street Riverside township From par radgeis she had been in poor health for about six years but only four weeks ago did condition become serious Born in Reading Pennsylvania September 10 1843 she would have been 71 next birthday Mr and Mrs Knorr long farm residents near Fowler lived with their children since his death ten years ago She was a devout Methodist and was well liked leaving seven children two brothers and two grandchildren Funeral arrangements to be announced later
In Quincy communities the colored residents observe the 53rd anniversary of emancipation with an all day Aug. 4 picnic in Baldwin Park. The program includes a morning program and a dance after. Mayor W. K. Abbott will speak and Prof. J. W. Tutt will read the proclamation and respond to the mayor.
Mexico City announces Gen Luis Cabrea lawyer Alberto Pani engineer and Roberto Pesquiera have been slated as delegates to a conference aimed at settling the controversy between Mexico and the United States.
A dispute over supervision of concrete paving on South Twelfth Street from Harrison to Greenmount led to a Tuesday meeting of city and county officials. Contractor A B Hummert sought the removal of expert McSheedy, but the joint committee voted to retain him. The work, though delayed by heat, is now progressing satisfactorily under expert supervision.
Property owners on Twenty fourth street between Vermont and Broadway have hired John E. Mehaffy to repair the street. Work began Monday. Owners previously asked the city to supply the macadam, which was agreed. The project will widen 16 feet each side of the parkway with a macadam base and asphalt surface, the owners bearing all costs except the macadam.
The Ladies Aid society of the South Side Boat Club held a semi monthly meeting Tuesday evening in club rooms. A surprise was given to Mrs Kate Zintmerman of 701 Van Buren Street. Refreshments of chicken sandwiches ice cream and cake were served. The society plans a whist later but date not decided.
Wei ler Brothers jewelers report a medium priced watch mailed to Chicago for repairs and sent back by parcel post, but it never reached Quincy. The postal insurance also failed to appear. An investigation by postal authorities has found no trace of the watch.
Officials of a new union of insurance agents on strike against Prudential Insurance Co. said on Tuesday night that agents from other firms have promised financial backing. The state board of mediation will hear the strikers today, and talks are under way to present the facts to Secretary of Labor Wilson in Washington.
The official headquarters report from Petrograd notes continued troop passage under enemy fire on the Slonevka riverfront. Offensive gains include 1,000 prisoners taken, plus four cannons and five machine guns. In the Caucasus, operations toward Erzingan push on as Turks retreat, abandoning arms and munitions. Mr and Mrs J H Crafton and daughter Louise plan a northern trip, including Bay View and Redosky, Wis, for about a month.
A son was born to Mr. and Mrs. Fred Peltman at their home on 806 North Eighth Street. The announcement notes the new arrival with no additional details.
Royal Oil Company expects two new oil wells to come in within Plymouth Colmar leases. One on Aleshire today and one on Vose Thursday. Two years ago the first well came in. 13 wells are in operation now with 18 dusters found, most early in development as drilling shifts to producing wells.
Captain Patterson will inspect Peoria’s Fifth regiment Companies G and H at Camp Dunne. Under the Hay-Chamberlain act of 1916 federalized guards with a 65 man minimum per company and citizenship or first naturalization papers required. Oath now binds soldiers to obey the president and governor, unlike earlier border duty musters. Adjutant General Wickson’s absence amid La Salle strike leaves possible Camp Dunne calls in doubt until federal criteria are met.
Washington reports that negotiations near completion for the United States to acquire the Danish West Indies for 25 million dollars. The 1902 treaty failed in Denmark, but current talks anticipate rapid U S ratification with possible islanders’ vote not required. Diplomats note Denmark’s position and possible German influence once again.Key officials foresee action before Congress adjourns.
Police and medical officials describe a fatal incident where air entered a girl’s artery during an incident with a vehicle. Dr. Frank H Weber notes this as a previously unseen cause of death. Sheriff West locates the scene and links sand in the victim Ratcliffe’s shoes to the events, while Hinterliter’s attorney says he is innocent and will not discuss details.
Victor Anthony and the Fifth Regiment band will lead a 50 horn parade as the Quincy Ad club prepares for the big picnic starting Thursday morning. President W A Jackson targets 15 Roman chariots but settles on 15 decorated autos for the parade and a base ball game. The Sun club house near Hannibal will host visitors after a Washington square jog and a lively day of pranks and merriment.
Senator Frank Baker of Kewanee in Henry county seeks the Fifteenth district state committee vacancy caused by Charles H. Williamson’s death. Uncertainty remains on how to fill the vacancy as Attorney General Lucey says no primary law provision exists. County leaders note the executive committee endorsed Thomas Clark, not the full committee, fueling confusion.
Texas voters delivered a sweeping defeat to Wilson allied candidates in the July 26 primary. Former Governor Colquitt triumphed over a Wilson-backed rival for the senatorial nomination while McLemore led the at large congressmen race opposing Wilson policy. Five Wilson incumbents failed to gain renomination, including Callaway and Davis who blamed booze and big business for their losses.
J. J. Beals, a delegate from Quincy, was elected chairman of the finance committee at the Illinois state convention of the United National Association of Lost Office Clerks. Delegates reported a large turnout, useful papers, and entertaining programs. Officers elected include Torey Johnson, W. Pfimum, W. S. Hollis, C. O. Blue, and committee chairs W. W. Ryle, John Beals, and Travis Brown.
Hancock board members Currey Helms Parberg and Spence inspected submerged river property in Hamilton and Warsaw to consider lowering assessments. Nearby, Miss Jewell Bake and Margaret Quinby returned home after visiting their aunt in Carthage. Local residents include Thomas E Burner announcing a run for state senator and Grace Belleville visiting Elgin after Kan sas City trips.
Albert FL Doekmann of Riversite and Katherine Schuette of Riverside Township secured marriage licenses. The notice lists the applicants and indicates the legal formalities completed for the union.
Three managers for separate departments of the women s division of the fall celebration were named in a meeting of the general committee of the women s division in the Chamber of Commerce Tuesday. Mrs. Ida A. Abbott presided and many members of the committee attended. The committee has its important part of the roundup well in hand. Women members are taking a personal interest as is shown by their faithfulness in attending the meetings during this extremely hot weather. Mrs. Abbott desires that county residents attend these meetings. Another meeting will be held Saturday and members of the committee on the better babies contest will join in the conference. Mrs. Lillie T. Turner was made manager of the dairy products department, Mrs. Gus Klamner of Quincy vicinity was selected as manager of the bread and pastry department and Mrs. Flora L. De Crow was elected manager of the needle work department in the Tuesday committee meeting.
Ralph Schaberg of 1107 Kentucky Street is confined with a broken jaw after a fight with Nicholas Musolini in Lincoln Park following earlier car trouble. Musolini has a dislocated knuckle. No warrants were expected. Police also report various local incidents including desertion cases, arrests, and upcoming events.
Quincy to host Hughes Alliance of Illinois organizers August 2 3 to form a local chapter as part of the statewide effort. William J Norton secretary plans Springfield base and field visits to cities over 25 000 population including Decatur Jacksonville Peoria Galesburg Rockford and others through August.
A LaGrange Missouri native, William Frimet Moore, rises from Quincey reporter to city editor of the New York Tribune. His career spans the Chicago American, Chicago Daily News, New York Herald, and Inter-Ocean, with roles in editorial writing, make-up, and war telegraph news before taking charge amid recent staff changes.
The Chamber of Commerce Glee club opens an open air program at Highland Park at 8 pm featuring familiar songs. The show marks continued local engagement with future appearances listed, including next Tuesday at the Quincy chautauqua.
Illinois and Missouri forecast generally fair with continued high temperatures. The outlook covers Wednesday and Thursday with warm conditions remaining in place.
The river forecast near Ware and Louisiana shows a slow fall expected for several days with limited drop and uncertainty about timing. Hydrologists warn conditions may shift as rainfall varies, affecting downstream levels and flood risk in nearby communities.
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