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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1917
Page
8
The author argues for withholding judgments and seeking empathy after recounting a woman’s tale of posing as a shopper to support her family. She recalls friends misjudging her plight, noting the need to understand others before quick conclusions and urging patience and forbearance.
Daily fashion hints highlight four belt or girdle novelties as essential trims for the season. Bead chain belts, striped velvet ribbon belts with colonial buckles, velvet and gray ribbon combinations with tassels, and wide silk braid belts offer varied silhouettes. Designers suggest loose girdling to hint waists or fully define figures, with color and ornamentation adaptable to taste.
The high school held a pep assembly Friday morning with student yells and speeches to spur basketball fans. Debates are planned with Jacksonville and Springfield on March 16, coached by U S Parker and Clarence Lineberger. The junior class production of The Pinafore awaits cast selection under Lineberger's dramatics supervision.
Port Elizabeth, the largest seaport on the east side of Cape Colony, earns the nickname Liverpool of the Cape for its bustling harbor and maritime prominence.
Society circles report formal dinners at the Weems residence and a Modern Novel club luncheon reviewing Mag Pye. Guests include Pfeiffer Reeves Fosgate and others. Other items note Y M C A secretary Mr Cawthorne moves to new home, F P E O sewing parties, and plans for plays, roller skating, and a concert in Galesburg featuring Alma Gluck scheduled for March 19.
The Women’s club at Irving school sewed for the annual bazaar to be held later while sixth grade pupils staged a short entertainment for the mothers. Miss Marjorie Southwick of Associated Charities spoke to the Parent-Teacher Association, replacing Dr. Malinda Germann, on urban unsanitary conditions. her talk drew interest.
Capt James P Beatty of the local machine gun company will report to the regular army for routine practical instruction, according to Washington. Lieut John C Bohan of the Sixth regiment also ordered to report. The local officer awaits a summons to report to Gen Pershing. It is believed action follows Fifth and Sixth regiments not being called for border service. Merchants in Cochin China seek American shoes with oxford and high styles selling from $5 upward.
Invitations have been issued for the second annual Quincy Ad Club banquet to be held at Hotel Newcomb on March 8. E. P. Moon, director of community development for the Farmers' Review of Chicago, will lecture on community ideals and development, sharing practical, proven movements to benefit Quincy business men.
Infant Norbert Albert Sibbing was christened at St John s Catholic Church with Paul Steinway and Albert Sibbing as sponsors. Rev George A Buttrick will preach on There standeth one among you whom ye know not The Unrecognized Neighbor. Luther Memorial Sunday school N Y C class met with Miss Mildred Hase. Anti-Saloon Leauge speaker Parmenter to address Fowler Methodist. Dr A S Flanigan to lead quarterly conference Grace Methodist. Vermont Street Methodist boards meet with Fidelis class luncheon. Dorcas guild met at Mrs John Hoelscher s with luncheon. Mizpah Bible class met at Mrs Brenner s with St Patrick decor.
Rev. G. C. Knoble of the Illinois Children's Home and Aid society will speak at East End Christian church Sunday morning at 11 o'clock.
The King sent a congratulation to Field Marshal Sir Douglas Haig praising the forceful campaign in France. He notes the enemy was pressed from well fortified positions and cites the Somme battles as a precedent and credits those who planned the campaign.
Kansas City March 3 The national Education association delegates urged a tougher physical training program a fuller kindergarten system and scholastic work aimed at faster better Americanization of foreign immigrants within U S schools after closing its annual convention.
Quincy women embrace the European trend of women wearing men’s overalls. Reports say the garments are already arriving locally and are expected to sell well.
Senate debate centers on Hoy cable to President Wilson seeking to avenge his mother and sister lost on the Laconia. Lodge defends defensive arm provisions while noting ship defenses may be limited by German policy. Walsh Lane Poindexter Kirby press concerns and fears of war with Germany as U S arms ships and risks extending to Germany’s shores.
Havana reports say independence and order will be restored after a cable from Dr Orestes Ferrara to Wilfredo Fernandez. Fernandez, a House member, dismisses peril and suggests Cuban revolutionary leaders seek a best arrangement as defeat looms and US intervention is feared.
Amsterdam dispatch reports Dutch authorities order bread baked with potato flour in response to German submarine sinkings. Central News notes the policy aims to ease food shortages as importing grain from abroad becomes difficult.
Amsterdam March 3 Kaiser William is confined to his room with a severe chill. Berlin dispatches say his physicians are not anxious but insist on full precautions. The Kaiser receives ministers in his apartments and communicates daily with headquarters despite illness.
HELENA Mont March 3 A bill passed by both houses to permit boxing in Butte has been vetoed by Gov Sam Stewart.
A Berlin telegram received at Amsterdam and transmitted by Reuters quotes an official German General Headquarters statement. It confirms the evacuation of positions in the Ancre region was carried out unobserved and without losses. It says German rear guards concealed the withdrawal and delayed a British assault for several days.
Tron product manufacturers face a walkout if molders and core-makers do not receive raises of 9 and 10 cents respectively. A national union office reports the dispute involves about 100 workers at facilities such as Cardner Governor Works Theyton-Dick J. RR. Lintie Meta Wheel Otis Elevator and Electric Wheel works. Current pay for molders is 3.75 and for core-makers 4.50 while manufacturers argue over parity and job risk.
Snow started at 1 30 this morning, covering streets with a fine white layer. It turned to rain at times while continuing through dawn. The forecast for today calls for more snow and cold in this part of the state.
Copra oil extracted from dried coconut meat is rapidly substituting animal fats in the European manufacture of artificial butters, signaling a shift in fat sources used by the industry.
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