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Newspaper

Quincy Whig

Location

Quincy, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Mar 25, 1917

Page

4

Divorce docket at Adams County court set to shape history

The March term opens with 349 cases on the docket, including 71 divorce cases about to be decided. Clerk Beatty lists 39 contested matters and 150 chancery continuances, plus numerous appeals and common law appearances.

Adaims County Circuit Cleck Beatty Toreuit Beatty Casey Oon Taste of the Peace Po Justice of the Peace Imediante Bill

Deeds Recorded In Local Transfer Ledger

Fragmented record shows deed transfers including Aivcies Detien ta Daniel Po Miller and George WooStépe to Earl Rivers with small sums noted. Mentions Luna survey and Quin- S10 with several garbled names and places.

Aivcies Detien Daniel Po Miller Baee George WooStépe Earl Rivers Bo Tims B. Puaees Luna Ehacer Mester Charles N. Clinkenbeard Thesapeon Perrace

Pinkham's Vegetable Compound touted as best remedy

Fragmented OCR lists testimonials and locations mentioning Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as the best remedy for sick women. Names and addresses appear from Lowell and surrounding areas with dates and times scattered, showing a local testimonials page.

Lydia E. Pinkham Pinkham Lydia E. Pinkhan

Henry Pellenwessel Dies of Pneumonia in Quincy Home

Henry Pellenwessel died at 10:17 Saturday morning at 915 North Eighteenth street from pneumonia after one week of illness. Born April 20, 1869 in Quincy he was 47 years 11 months and 4 days and had lived in Quincy all his life. A Catholic church member for 24 years, he leaves wife, son Herbert, daughter Ella six months, mother Mrs. Anna M. Pellenwessel, two sisters Mrs. Josephine Elzi and Mrs. Frances Sartori, four nieces and two nephews. Funeral arrangements not completed.

Henry Pellenwessel North Eighteenth Street Quincy St. Francis Catholic Church Herbert Revella Anna M. Pellenwessel Josephine Elzi Frances Sartori Clara Eizi George Feld Hugh Wilson Roy Benjamin Alois Elzi Cornelius Sartori

Soldiers and Sailors Home Inquest and Events

The inquest into George W. Carpenter of cottage 15 at the Soldiers and Sailors Home hospital found his death due to heart trouble after weeks of illness. Carpenter, 76, served as a private in company AMI, Sixth Regiment, Illinois Infantry. his wife had died February 4, 1916. John W. Miller arrived from Lincoln to manage gardening, with Edward Price retiring due to illness. A ball Friday drew a large crowd despite waning attendance. Mr Hatchett honored his father’s anniversary and distributed candy to ladies. Nurse Uola Pease hosted Presbyterian church Christian Endeavor at the home library. Miss Pease provided refreshments. New officers were elected for the year. Mrs. Neal and others were guests at cottage 20 Friday.

George W. Carpenter Cottage 15 Soldiers’ Home Hospital Siewell Carpenter Company Ami Dilimois Infantry How John W. Miller Lincoln Edward Price Price Hatchett Uola Pease Secheta Christian Endeavor Society of the Presbyterian Church Home Miss Pease Bo Geordberry Moss Neal Mrs. Neal

Gay Spring Styles on Every Hand War Rally Call

War clouds gather over America as patriotic appeal urges unity and support for the flag. A nationwide plea calls all citizens to rally for the Stars and Stripes and defend Our Country with full heart and soul.

Two Weeks Till Easter Spring Costume Selections

An ad urges shoppers to visit the store for the latest spring outfits before Easter. It promises a quick selection process and highlights a wide display of new Spring merchandise to attract customers.

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Duker’s Best Place to Shop Stamped as Quality

A brief advertorial note touts Duker’s as the best place to shop citing a stamp of quality. It emphasizes moderate prices and the store’s reputation for reliable articles and value.

Duker’s

Cunning Little Easter Novelties Display At Basement

A readable fragment describes Easter novelties including cotton chick figures and decorative items arranged in a basement display. Missing or garbled text obscures full details but the theme centers on seasonal decorations and craft items.

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