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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1917
Page
15
A narrator extols a woman who is ready to do things with others, has abundant health and mirth, laughs easily, adapts to inconveniences, listens well, knows neighbors, circulates kind news, and makes small pleasures feel meaningful. The piece questions whether calling her good company is faint praise.
Daily Fashion Hints exploring patriotic headwear and parasols featuring American flags. Describes a high crowned white straw hat with navy braid and a flag adorned parasol with red, white and blue streamers. Notes varied flag embellishments on hats and parasols and the acceptability of national colors in summer wear.
A humorous reflection contrasts married men’s quick temper with the effort to remember. It also suggests true friends avoid boorish behavior and narrow aims.
A concise muse notes that discussions about men illuminate more about the individuals than generic habits. The line suggests personal conduct and leadership shape character more than abstract routines.
An advertisement for the Texas Wonder claims it cures kidney and bladder troubles and dissolves gravel. It alleges cures for diabetes and rheumatism with a two month treatment using one bottle. It offers mail delivery from St. Louis and sworn testimonials, via Dr. BE. W. Hall.
The Civic Improvement league reports successful outreach for new members. Dues are one dollar annually for general members and fifty cents for a special women’s membership. Mail payments to secretary C. L. Wells at the Wells building, Firth and Maine. The group promotes sanitation and beautification in Quincy and urges civic-minded residents to join.
Major James E. Adams recruiting officer urges local men to lead troops with officers from their own city. A nearby camp will train volunteers, expenses covered by government. Applicants with executive experience may enter between May 8 and May 14 with Major Adams.
Esther Louise Heidenreich and Harry Carl Kreich were married Saturday at 7 pm in Luther Memorial church by Rev. I W Bingaman. The couple, attended only by relatives, will set up housekeeping at 1217 Maine street. Kreich works at Quincy Pattern Co.
The schedule lists Sunday vesper and gospel services led by Miss Hyde with a girls chorus, daily noon programs at various venues, several business and gymnasium sessions, Bible classes, first aid courses with named doctors, and regular board meetings and special events through the week at the Y M C A.
John H. Steiner, county superintendent, released a partial list of teachers hired to teach in Adams County schools for the next year. The roster covers many schools with salaries noted, including principals and assistants across multiple towns and districts. Some boards have yet to finalize hires, and Payson notes teachers not yet employed. Some entries show irregular spellings or errors but reflect overall staffing. The closing line remarks on how six weeks of travel can bore friends for a lifetime.
The 27th anniversary of the local young people's movement in the United Brethren church is celebrated this evening by the juniors and intermediates. The program includes musical numbers, scripture lessons from First Corinthians, prayers, talks on World-Wide Christian Endeavor, readings, solos, a demonstration, and the general secretary’s message.
Neighborhood Bible Classes list sessions on Thursdays and Mondays with times and host names. Mrs H F Lum leads at 1601 Vermont on the 6th and Mrs W O Powell at 2135 Hampshire on the 9th. Mrs C A Wells hosts at 315 N Twenty-fourth on the 10th. Mrs H E leads on the 11th at 7 30.
Springfield woman recounts nine childbirths and severe weakness improving after Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. She credits gains in strength and ability to do housework to the remedy and urges others to seek medical advice from the Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co. Women provide testimonials to its benefits.
Listings show names and addresses with appointment times across days of the week. Residents such as Mrs. Channo Mrs. Jones Mrs. Menke and Mrs. Stew art are noted with specific street addresses and weekday slots in a varied timetable.
A 20th century health claim extols Hood's Sarsaparilla and Peptiron Pills as an effective combination for blood unification and nerve support. The text emphasizes relief from fatigue and nervous depletion, urging use before meals with Hood's Sarsaparilla and Peptiron Pills after meals.
Nutrition experts from Harvard and Columbia University extol milk as a balanced ration. One quart equals the food value of several fish and meats, with no waste and easy preparation, supporting energy, growth, and general health.
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