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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1919
Page
9
New York reporters describe unemployment amid a city crowded with job ads in midtown districts. Waiters and cooks fill most postings while higher paying roles attract recruiters seeking top talent. A streetcar advertises for workers as back from France veterans are cited as capable, and the piece notes shifts in advertising for elite positions.
The article examines foreign decorations earned by U S veterans and the lack of royal titles, noting Pershing would remain John J Pershing without additional names. It explains the constitutional ban on nobility titles, the failed 1912 amendment, and Senator Gore's push to bar foreign honors for all citizens.
The commissioner outlines the luxury tax under the 1918 Revenue Act. Merchants must file monthly returns showing aggregate tax by subdivision, with tax collected on sales, and refunds credited. Tax applies at sale, excludes repairs, and uses unit measures like square yards for carpets. records are open for inspection.
An old advertisement touts Miller's Antiseptic Oil as a remedy for rheumatism neuralgia sore muscles and chest cold. It claims deep penetration without harming skin and notes prices of 390 699 and 1.09 per bottle with a money back guarantee.
A well known authority warns that excess meat and rich foods raise uric acid in the blood, stressing kidney action to remove it. In cold damp weather skin pores tighten, kidneys strain, and uric acid may settle in joints causing rheumatism. An old remedy suggests four cups of Rad Salts dissolved in water daily before breakfast for a week to flush impurities.
An old remedy claims to restore dark, youthful hair by using a Sage Tea and Sulphur recipe. The ad promotes Wyeth’s Bageth Sulphur Compound, applied with a sponge to evenly darken hair and revive its color and lustre.
Chairman Hurley invites Pacific coast shipbuilders to Washington to discuss replacing cancelled contracts and adjusting payments for war emergency shipyard construction. The Shipping Board plans more contracts for Pacific coast yards due to strong wartime performance. No date set. board will meet at a time convenient to builders.
Father John J. Hughes head of the Paulist order in the United States dies in a New York hospital early this morning. His leadership spanned a formative era for the order and his passing marks a significant moment in Catholic religious life.
Premier Orlando and Foreign Minister Sonnino of Italy began their journey to Paris today, heading a delegation from Rome. The Associated Press reports in Rome that their move signals a major diplomatic push ahead of talks.
Quincy Gas Electric and Heating Co offers a free trial next washday as demand outstrips supply leaving only Eden N electric washing machines available. Contact by phone to arrange.
Private detectives hired by Jersey State Bank of Jerseyville Illinois report that a revolver pawned in St Louis the day before the murder of Stephen M Reddish 67 a wealthy stockholder was owned by his son Dr Horace Augustus Reddish 33 who was arrested at Alton on a warrant charging him with the killing Reddish was found shot twice in his Jerseyville home along with the dead Negro servant Rachael Cisco 55 and a missing strong box, while pawn tickets for the revolver and a watch surfaced in the son’s pockets investigators traced the revolver to a St Louis pawn shop and to Dr Reddish, who claimed he found the ticket authorities note he was under narcotics at arrest and deny the charges remains under inquiry
A vintage health ad promoting hot water with limestone phosphate as an internal cleanse. It claims drinking a glass each morning purifies the stomach liver kidneys and bowels, improving skin tone and clearing ailments. It urges readers with sallow skin headaches bad breath or indigestion to start the regimen, noting low cost and quick results.
Inquest testimony indicates Dr Reddish could not have been in Jerseyville on April 25. Sheriff Catt went to St Louis to question Mackelden and possibly transport him to Alton as a witness. The piece notes a patriotic affliction causing visible distress.
A brief note on harvesting roots and herbs for medicinal use. Roots of annuals are dug before flowering, biennials after tops dry, and perennials after tops dry. Mentions Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a remedy.
A public utility’s success hinges on pleasing the public. A high quality of service boosts its credit and earns approval. John & Allen, Member Wisconsin Railroad Commission, emphasizes that the key to utility success is a contented public.
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