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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1917
Page
10
The author explores distinctive shop odors from leather to apothecary and grocery. Wet smells haunt memory, while dry scents anchor identity. A parlor odor triggers nostalgia of family visits, showing smell's strong link to memory and emotion.
Daily Fashion Hints notes guimpe frocks remain prime for girls aged four to eight. The blue French linen model features belt back and front pockets with red buttons, paired with a sheer white or red panne guimpe. Two yards linen and one and a quarter yards sheer fabric needed for a six year old.
Mrs Elizabeth Barnes widow of Nim Barnes of Lewistown died in Hurdland Missouri Thursday morning at about 89. Services will be held at the Christian church in Lewistown at 10 o'clock this morning with burial in the local cemetery. She had been in impaired health for some time and death was due to complications. Her sister Mrs Burch of Lewistown accompanied her to Watsonville California where Barnes planned to reside with adopted son Dr K Lee Burch. she was born in Kentucky. The only immediate relatives besides her son is her sister.
Springfield NL House Appropriations Committee approved a bill totaling 11 333 841 dollars for operation and maintenance of state charitable institutions for the next two years. The amount is under 50 thousand dollars above the current two-year cost. Senate leaders conferred during drafting, with few changes anticipated.
The Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes at St Marys academy will be dedicated Sunday at 3 30 pm with chapel services a procession to the chapel Miss Frances J Lubbe will sing The Magnificat with Harp accompaniment by Miss Henrietta Wessel The procession includes cross bearers lantern bearers pupils banners and clergy Rev George chaplain will address the grotto Hymns to Our Lady of Lourdes and Te Deum will close the ceremony
Mothers day activities include services at East End Christian church with a solo by John Barton, a vocal duet by Miss Kate Pennington and Mrs. Harry Reynolds, and a reading by Miss Helen McClaughry. Central Baptist church hosts a sermon by Rev W O Shank on The Kind of Mothers We Need Today. Sunday school holds a home cooking sale Saturday May 19 in Miller Arthur drug store window. Automobiles will transport shut ins and older members, attendees to wear white carnations if their mother is dead or red if living.
The Eighth and Elm streets Baptist church elected officers at Wednesday evening’s meeting.Moderator Dr. H. J. Nichols. clerk J. W. Tutt. treasurer Edward Fleanor. deacons Robert Humphrey A H Brown Nelson Sykes Oze Berry Joseph Gordon Charles Vaughn Robert Robinson Hetbert Berry Solomon Humhre Mr Gordon vt Tutt and Charles Itchell, organist Mrs. Mastigue Green and sexton Mrs. Anna Ham-
A series of social events is planned at the home of Mrs. W. T. Duker to raise money for the Soldiers relief committee of the Red Cross. Tickets cost 1 and will be sold at the Red Cross headquarters or through committee members. The affair includes bridge and other amusements, with luncheon served, and a large attendance expected.
Miss Elizabeth Dean delivered a demanding graduating recital under instructor Mrs Rome Arnold in Quincey College of Music hall. Accompanied by Miss Pearl Wallace Miss Martha Granacher on violin and Miss Juanita Nichols Miss Naomi Zehenders at piano the program included Brahms Minnelied Standchen Donizetti My Souls Delight and Treasure and an Agnus Dei with violin obligato by Miss Granadier. The audience was exceptionally large.
Rev W Shank gave a constructive address to Tri Mu Bible class at the Fourth street branch home of Mrs Millie Tyler 411 Vine street on Thursday night with strong attendance and appreciation of the pastor's guidance. The Ruth and Naomi society of the First Christian church met Thursday afternoon with Mrs W P Endres and Mrs E L Buckles in charge.
Mrs H E Becker urged all women to join the Red Cross society and take charge of the church program for Mother's Day on Sunday May 13.
The Reverend R. H. Hartley of the Presbyterian church will travel to Coatsburg on May 13 to deliver the baccalaureate sermon for the high school graduates.
Reverend T. C. Winn, a Presbyterian missionary in Japan for 35 years and widower of his first wife, married Florence Bigelow a Sturges Seminary teacher in Shimonoseki. The ceremony occurred at a missionary home in Kyoto and was conducted by Reverend G. W. Fulton. Mrs. Winn is the daughter of Russell Barr of Quincy.
Miss Ruth Schurfeld daughter of Mr and Mrs Henry Schurfeld and Frank Loenker son of Mr and Mrs J B Loenker were married in the parish house at St Boniface Church by Dean Degenhardt Wednesday night at 8 o clock Attendants were Miss Rose Loenker and Leon Barton The couple will reside at 700 State street and begin housekeeping after a reception at the Schurfeld home with pink and white decorations The brides suit was blue taffeta with roses and lillies of the valley and the bridesmaid wore white with sweet peas orchids and a white hat
Miss Myrtle Hagmeyer and Lewis E Seckman were married Wednesday evening at 7 in the Hagmeyer home in Fowler. Attendants were Lucy Seckman and Rolla Hagmeyer. Rev Allen of Monmouth officiated. The couple will establish housekeeping in Fowler after May 15.
Miss Amelia Hageman daughter of Mrs Annie Hageman of 1005 South Seventh street was married Wednesday afternoon at 4 15 in Hannibal to Orville Briese of Chicago an engineer from Chicago.
In the will of Josephine Wismann filed for probate Monday a $700 reward is left to Caroline Wismann for caring for her parents. The residue of the estate goes to seven children listed as Mrs. Josephine Middendorf, Mrs. Henry Geers, Ernest, John, Clemens, Anton and Caroline Wismann.
The question explores why a typical woman appears to possess unusual power in outmaneuvering a man in social or romantic duels. It examines perceptions of agency, influence, and strategic behavior in interpersonal dynamics, noting cultural stereotypes and the psychology behind manipulation.
A compact quotation notes fate continually takes a little from the top and leaves space for ambition. The line suggests opportunity grows as limits are trimmed and priority shifts upward.
Friday and Saturday bargain offer encourages thrifty shoppers to visit 12th and Broadway away from high rent districts. Men’s $1 athletic union suits priced at 48 cents, describing soft finish nainsook ribbed back, regular $1.00 value, with emphasis on summer underwear needs and savings for the home.
Dainty muslin gowns trimmed in lace and embroidery go on sale at gale hera Friday and Saturday. Regular 1 value gowns are reduced to 48 cents, offering worthwhile savings for all shoppers.
A sale of French Balbriggan shirts and drawers offered for men, described as nicely finished, tight and durable. Regular 39a 23 values, special a garment.
Short ad notes dainty slips made of fine long cloth trimmed in lace and embroidery. It offers regular $1 value items at 49 cents, inviting customers to visit Friday or Saturday to supply their needs.
Don’t fall to profit by this unusual underwear offering for Friday and Saturday only. Women’s fine ribbed union suits, light weight, perfect fitting, ideal for summer wear, have been reduced from 75c to 50c.
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