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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1917
Page
5
May play even if war comes. Three-I league clubs plan to proceed with the season despite tensions with Germany. HanNibal president Henry Riedel questions wartime effects as owners weigh attendance and possible suspension if interest drops.
The state of Washington appropriated 1,450,000 dollars for a new capital at Olympia. The fund aims to support construction and related planning for a central government complex in the state capital.
Quincy Pans association plans patriotic display with American flags on left sleeves and both home and road suits. Directors met to coordinate Labor Day events with the Federation of Labor and to arrange Fans day at the Civic Exposition on April 19, aided by proceeds to support the club. An association dance masque carnival is scheduled for Highland Park on April 11 with players attending.
Grant Rapids Med March 27 early Monday night pointed to the Birk brothers of Chicago as the victors in the five man event of the seventeenth annual American Bowling Congress tournament. Chicago set a new world record total of 3061 pins. An unofficial canvass shows 20s is the lowest mark that will figure in prize money, fifty five pins better than last year. D Robinson and W Trope of Cleveland led doubles with 1433. Oscar Jensen of Terre Haute led singles. Standings list five man teams led by Birk brothers Chicago 3001. Palaces Syracuse 3047. Miller's Haberdashers Detroit 2977. Two man teams Satorius Holzschuh Peoria 4040. McCaughan Peaches Indianapolis 13314. Ben and Nick Buh Chicago 1332. Individuals Otto Kallusch Rochester 605, AL Rode Milwaukee 697, G W May Fort Wayne 605.
Chicago Nationals second team defeated Kingman 22 to 4 in Kingman Arizona on March 27. Lineup included Wingman to 20.5 and batteries Seaton Zabel Dallhoffer Benton Clark McKesson Smith Price Robinson.
Cincinnati report says Jack Britton defeated England's Ted Lewis in a ten round welterweight bout on Monday night. The match was even through eight rounds before Britton gained a clear edge in the final three rounds. A Missouri judge ruled that audible profanity must be heard at least fifteen feet to constitute a breach of the peace.
In Texas and Arkansas camps Jimmy Austin presses the Browns with his hitting. McGraw’s salary chatter surrounds Bruno Betzel as Card second sacker bats . Dodgers prevail 11 to 2 in Hot Springs. Callahan in Columbus hopes to build a rookie strong pitching staff with Mamaus Carlson Jacobs and Miller showing form. New Orleans Indians beat Pelicans 4 to 0 as Toe Evans is ruled out for a non-counting catch. Bernie Boland to be used regularly for Tigers, per Jennings.
Property owners on East Broadway are invited to a joint meeting of the county supervisors and city council to discuss improving the half mile of Broadway between Twenty fourth and Thirtieth streets. The plan seeks joint action and fair expense division, with attendees urged to offer suggestions.
Green City Mo March 27 Four young people Bennie Akers Paul Osborn Miss Delila Smith and Miss Lena Lucas escaped with their lives Friday when the automobile driven by Akers skidded on a sloping place in the road and turned over Miss Leah was severely cut about the face and hands Miss Smith suffered a broken bone in one leg and a severe cut on the other and Akers face was badly cut but Osborn escaped unhurt The accident occurred near Lemon and two doctors were called one from that place and another from Unionville All were badly shaken up and brought home Saturday
The Carriage and Wagon Makers Benevolent association will host a whist and dance once located in their new quarters at the Eagles hall. A arrangements committee was appointed at the regular Eagles hall meeting Monday evening. Members named were George Hi. Pauk Elmer Bangert George Heck enkamp Fred Bockhaus and HW. B. Terstegge. Attendance was large and a good meeting was held with routine business only.
In Polk county Minnesota William Skinner leaves his farm to son W B Skinner and divides in St Louis to daughters Rhode and Grace. Matthew Carrott wills all to wife Mary A Carrott. George White of Golden leaves $100 to sons Robert and George, $800 to daughter Bernice L White, rest to wife Annie E White. Adam Kohl estate inventory lists 60 shares of stock in N Kohl Grocery and three Nash sub-division lots plus notes and mortgages totaling $6,643. George White of Golden estate shows household goods 300, accounts 1,771 and notes and mortgages 3,566.
Born to Mr and Mrs August Fleer near Fowler a daughter Friday evening. Born to Mr and Mrs Oscar Kenning of Peoria a daughter. Mrs Kenning is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Joe Kenning 721 Adams Street. Born to Mr and Mrs Louis Potash 430 Broadway a son Saturday night in Bressing hospital. Born to Mr and Mrs Ralph Konantz Tacoma Ill a daughter Sunday. Mrs Konantz is the daughter of Mr and Mrs W H Konantz.
March brings extra work for kidneys as people perspire less, requiring aid to eliminate waste. Overworked or weak kidneys may need help now. Stone of Reading Pa says Foley Kidney Pills are worth their weight in gold. Miller Arthur Drug Co. ad.
Eight council members voted to raise aldermen pay from three to five dollars per meeting while six opposed. The city attorney’s salary was increased from $800 to $1,000 a year. The broader ordinance set mayor at $2,000, city clerk $1,800, deputy allowance of $200, police magistrate $1,500, city treasurer $900, and ex officio town clerk and treasurer $1,500. Some amendments altered salaries, with debates over the city attorney’s raise and aldermen’s pay. Additional street and infrastructure measures were approved or discussed, including drainage review, street improvements, and public works transfers.
J W Dorsey and M J Von Preissig sophomores at Morgantown WVU hike from Morgantown toward San Francisco seeking a 500 purse funded by students if successful. Clad in cadet uniforms they sell postal pictures to defray expenses and have faced little excitement on the journey with occasional shelter in bars.
At the regular monthly library board meeting attendance was strong. Total circulation for the month reached 21 349 volumes with 145 additions and 334 withdrawals. The report lists detailed by category and notes gifts and cash from fines and sales.
A light touring car carrying five Canton men toppled over a steep Riverview park drive Sunday afternoon. The vehicle hung over a bluff above railroad tracks. a crowd freed the five occupants. Curtains were down, windshield broken, top bent, but no serious injuries. Car owned by Joe Best.
Clayton Hoisington spoke on The Boyhood and Life of Joseph to 70 members of the B G M Sunday afternoon in the Y M C A. The Pi Iota Kappa held a regular meeting Sunday at 5 o'clock followed by a 6 o'clock supper.
Stanford University Cal March 27 William F Sykes a freshman chemistry student from Peoria Illinois was killed in Palo Alto Monday when a motor truck ran over him as he responded to a call mobilizing Company L California national guard The death was reported as a tragic accident involving a national guard mobilization in the Palo Alto area
Mrs R M Raney of Stanford Kentucky reports her young daughter suffered recurring croup each night. After giving Foley's Honey and Tar Compound every few hours the child slept through the night and the next day was well. She recommends Foley's Honey and Tar for la grippe coughs colds and croup. Miller Arthur Drug Co Ad.
Captain J. P. Keeler in charge of the local recruiting offices visited Quincy with Sergeant L. F. Sheppard and Sergeant Jesse Smith to canvass nearby towns. He urged volunteers to join a regularly organized army, noting pay from 15 to 118 dollars monthly plus clothing and medical care. The war department asked patriotic societies to help boost enlistments, highlighting the benefits of one year or more of service and opportunities to advance.
The Mississippi Apple Growers' meeting will be held in the Chamber of Commerce Thursday March 29 with two sessions at 11:00 AM and 1:30 PM Prof Pickett of the University of Urbana is to speak at the afternoon session on spraying methods The meeting aims to inspect orchards and is expected to attract a large attendance as an instructive event.
Springfield dispatches report that F W Resch Painting and Decorating company was incorporated Monday. The new firm will operate from 28 Maine Street and conduct a general painting and decoration business.
Governor Lowden orders the First, Fifth and Sixth Illinois infantry regiments to mobilize and prepare for duty. Adjutant General Dickson coordinates rapid recruitment and part pay for state employees in service. A Senate bill seeks a 1 million dollar wartime appropriation.
George Kline known as Jena Chine of the Norfolk Guards marks a Monday birthday amid festivities. Chief Engineer MceRorie secures permission for Lieutenant Jona, as guardians of the pedo chaser visit Druffel's. Kline serves treats while beer passes around. Repair work on the White line boat house starts today. Dr King’s New Life Pills advertised as a non-griping laxative aiding waste removal and brightening health. 25 cents at druggists.
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