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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1919
Page
7
The article profiles Frederick Gillett as the new speaker of the House of Representatives, noting his 24 years in Congress, strong New England roots, and reputation as a dedicated, technocratic figure. It contrasts his unflashy style with former Speaker Cannon, while addressing political challenges from rivals and the press.
The article argues Bavaria may resist Bolshevism due to its liberty loving, largely Catholic population and respect for established authority. It critiques Soviet proposals to promote atheism and religious teaching reforms, noting the violent rhetoric surrounding revolutionary groups and the tense atmosphere in Bavaria amid the upheaval.
The piece argues for clear division of powers between state and local authorities regarding utilities. It favors state regulation for intermunicipal systems like interurban lines and telephone networks while allowing cities to control street railways and water heat and lighting within municipal borders. It calls Chicago and Quincy to have greater home rule and hints at constitutional reforms to ease city restrictions.
A reflective passage questions daily practice in clear expression, self honesty, and critical thinking. It probes whether one writes simply, listens, avoids mystery terms, verifies meanings, and resists mob conformity while seeking truth over cleverness. It asks if opinions are expedient, if influence shapes belief, and if overlong speech masks shallow insight.
The New York Post argues Mr Gillett’s elevation as Speaker marks a shift from internal rivalries to a disciplined, reform minded Republican leadership. It praises Mann’s defeat as reducing opposition and foresees vigorous investigations into wartime finances contracts railways and shipping. The piece credits Wilson’s war stance for welding factions and predicts Gillett will guide a principled, responsible Congress.
A block of text describes chronic acid stomach and its wide range of effects. It links acid-stomach to indigestion headaches and mood changes, urging immediate action to address the stomach as the seat of trouble and warning about serious health consequences.
Bavarian troops opposing the radical Munich government are reported marching on Munich. The dispatch from Zurich to the Petit Parisian cites the announcement from Munich's soldiers and workers congress.
The notice marks March 5 as Gen Joseph Reed’s death in 1785 and notes the 1770 Boston Massacre days and events. It recalls Crispus Attucks, Captain Preston, the crowd clash at the customs house, and the subsequent trials of Preston and the soldiers. It emphasizes the incident as an early moment in the American Revolution and notes Attucks as the first life lost.
Washington March 5 Direct or General Hines said he had not reached a conclusion on the government future course for railroads after Congress failed to pass the 750 million dollar railroad administration appropriation. Other officials study the war finance corporation act to see if it can fund railroads and avoid premature government relinquishment. Rankin bids farewell to House Montana’s Jeanette Rankin, the only woman in Congress, praised members for courtesy and lamented leaving Congress without woman suffrage by constitutional amendment.
In a Green Forest tale a fearless Farmer Brown's Boy climbs a tall tree to rescue two eggs from Hooty the Great Horned Owl. He faces warning birds and perilous glances before tearing down the nest and pocketing the eggs, declaring he must act to protect other forest creatures.
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