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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1916
Page
12
Sonora commander pledges full protection to foreign residents amid rising tensions. The statement, attributed to Gen. Gales, underscores a commitment to safety for non nationals within the region.
Americans in Douglas Arizona report rising confidence in Gen. Calles protection for Sonora residents as Mexicans seize horses and vehicles in Cananea. Amid fears of disorder, cannon and gunfire accompany the night as Americans are permitted to leave toward the border. a flagstaff at the hotel office of the American vice consul is shot but the flag remains.
The world record for 100 miles on a dirt track once stood at 91 minutes 30.6 seconds set by Tom Alley. It faces a serious threat next Thursday at 2 00 p m as a star group of auto speed demons races at the Galesburg district fair grounds. Twelve drivers have entered with fast cars and two more are likely to join, reaching a 14 car limit.
An old advertisement promotes Dr King’s New Life Pills as a gentle laxative that guarantees a daily bowel movement. It touts purifying blood, easing constipation, and a tonic system-wide effect, claiming improved health and a pleasant feeling, priced at 25 cents in druggists.
A mile dirt race features twelve entries including Hudson and Duesenberg cars. Drivers Ralph Mulford Eddie O Donnell Art Klein and Ralph De Palma seek the title with strong bids from Burman Gabel and Vail. Officials DeLong Ireland Linsabaugh Barnes Hillman and Turner set the event with timekeeping and safety standards noted.
An American flag over the hotel housing the American Consul W. A. Julian’s office in Cananea was struck by hundreds of Mexican bullets during a recent anti American demonstration.
Springfield, II June 21 The Illinois state militia mobilization was delayed 48 hours to finish Camp Dunne preparations. First cavalry second and seventh infantry signal corps engineer company and artillery batteries routed to Chicago and Alton lines. rest to Illinois Central. Rations for 16000 men ordered for five days include 100k pounds mutton 60k bacon 80k canned meat 240k fish 100k potatoes and 120 tons straw for bedding. Col Tripp says delay ensures camp readiness amid rain and latrine work. Gov Dunne backs not bringing troops until camp complete.
June 21 report notes a 100 KW single phase transformer order from General Electric for a sab station in Pittsfield is delayed until July due to material shortages and freight congestion in the east. Local manager Dave Vannatta said the unit will replace the current instrument.
Sadie Quincy visited with Ethel Swan on Monday. Aunt Mary Williams and Jane Rice were Barry visitors Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. John Redman and daughter Carrie visited Grover Redman of Barry Thursday. Clarence Larimore of Plainville drove Earl Rice Florence Swan and Ethel Swan to Quincy Wednesday. The Christian church is being papered by Mr. Vancil from Liberty. Mr. and Mrs. Josh Whitney and children of Newtown visited Saturday evening and Sunday with Mrs. Sarah Dearen. Mrs. Will Marigold of Liberty and Eva Ryan shopped in Barry Tuesday. Saturday marked the 35th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Henry George with many relatives and about 50 friends. refreshments and gifts noted. Miss Sadie Quincy spent Sunday in Beverly with her brother and family. Mr. and Mrs. Aura Redman spent Sunday with her parents. Al Hartshorn took Mrs. Callie Quincy Sadie Charlie George and Will Inman to Quincy Friday. Mrs. Quincy planned a visit to Hannibal afterward. Miss Lelia McCarl visited her sister Mrs. Aura Redman. Mrs. Cora Fusselman and Gertie urged Esta Redman Thursday. Frank Dearen went to Barry Friday. Mrs. Arvilla Flick remains in about
Miss Leola Davis helped with house cleaning. Mrs. Paris Judy and son Earl of Litchfield visited the Pilcher home. Mrs. Fred Heins and children were in Quincy on business. Orel Viar leaves for Macomb summer school. Miss Cora Heaton spent time with Bessie Farrell. Velma Custer of Augusta stayed with her father Henry Custer. Mrs. Wm. Heaton visited relatives in Ray and Rushville. Elmer Dempsey and family spent Sunday at the Seckman home. Anna Frike of Quincy visited Homer Robertson's. A list of Sunday afternoon callers included Misses Mane and Myrtle Haley, Bessie Farrell, Leola Davis, and Mrs. Elmer Dempsey. Charley Pilcher bought a new buggy and curiosity about rides grows. Mrs. Lizzie Lang of Quincy returned home after caring for Mrs. Berrian. William Pilcher family and Mrs. P. T. Judy with sons Ray and Earl visited John Felsman’s in Coatsburg. Mrs. Roy Hobbs and son from Quincy visited T. J. Viar’s family. A federal political note mentions President Wilson talks with Roger C. Sullivan and a large Democratic fund goal of 1.1 million dollars. The national committee aims to gain funds from moving pictures of the St. Louis convention. A saying notes that a person who forgets favors or injuries makes a poor friend. A dental quip asserts painless dentistry means drawing it mild.
W W Marsh of Iowa, treasurer of the Democratic National Committee, announced in Chicago that a campaign fund of 1.7 million dollars would be raised by popular subscriptions. He said the effort aims to finance party activities and extend campaign reach, with volunteers and donors enlisted nationwide.
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