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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1916
Page
10
A reader's reflection on two kinds of optimism versus pessimism. It contrasts unreasoning hope with careful, balanced optimism. The piece uses anecdotes about a practical friend and a risky voyage to illustrate how expected outcomes shape attitudes. It argues thoughtful optimism avoids needless worry and promotes thankfulness.
A dainty Dutch dress for a six to ten year old, cut in a one piece princess style with a jacket at the armholes. It features a front opening, bell sleeves faced in blue linen, and three large tucks at the hem. Navy linen covered buttons are detachable to avoid rust stains, with sturdy fabrics suggested for a tailored look.
A guide on cleaning and restoring coal and gas stoves using kerosene and lime. Includes rust removal, disinfecting drains and bathrooms, and preparing furniture casters and bolts. Mentions Raymond McCartney returning to Gem City Business College in Pontiac after visiting home.
The advertisement promotes Dr Bell's Pine Tar Honey as a cough syrup that rapidly stops coughs and soothes throat irritation. It touts use for all ages and asserts the product is a trusted remedy for colds and coughs available for 28 cents at druggists.
Quincy residents attend graduation exercises in Macon Missouri and Columbia Missouri. Miss Roena Urban, daughter of Mr and Mrs Ted Urban of 1622 Vermont, travels with Miss Katherine Cadogan and Miss Reba Raines to attend high school and Christian College graduations. Other social notes include Mrs Will Richardson ill in Chicago, Edison Stone visiting, and several bridge parties and visits among Quincyans and former residents.
Mrs Emmett Howard hosted a book club at 1504 North Fifth Street with Stoddard lectures and May 31 gathering at Mrs J W Earel's home. The Met State club enjoyed cards at and Hazel Allard and Maurine Allard hosted. A Luther Memorial church coffee and a big home cooking sale on May 25 supported by a large committee led by Mrs Pankoke includes 811 South Twelfth Street venue and service until 7 30 PM. Related committee members listed.
Mississippi flood caused little damage in the Mark district Missouri as levees remained sound and pumps ran to drain the sloughs. Mrs. B W Legal reports water levels dropped 18 inches and only minor alarm from a single sand bag breach. Levee commissioners Transborough and Ashland supervised the effort with night watches.
A motor boat crew led by Mr Belleman and Mr Bockenfeld closed pump valves as the Mississippi Power Company restored service after about four hours without power. The district remained dry and the levee stayed sound, with locals inviting skeptics to visit from Missouri, a 30 minute boat ride from Quincy.
The St Johns Guild at St Johns Cathedral reported $200 raised by their bazar held at the Majestic on Saturday April 29. Funds will go to the treasury for future church needs. Next meeting planned for the third Friday in June at an undecided location.
Rev J Marvin Rudy delivers a lecture titled Factors in Human Development in Christchurch on Tuesday evening May 23. The talk is under the auspices of the church men’s league and a token admission of ten cents is charged.
Rev Paul Langhorst of St Peter's Evangelical church travels to Columbia Illinois to join the Southern Illinois district conference. William Strakeljahn serves as the congregation's day delegate, departing on Wednesday.
At Luther Memorial church the Men's Brotherhood class held a Thursday meeting to decide on summer entertainments. Rev. I W Bingaman named a committee of Fred Hoehne, R E Weeks, and John Dehner to study options and report on Sunday morning.
The Lucky Friday club held its closing meeting of the year on Sunday with a progressive dinner. Four courses were served at four homes including Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Henry and Mr. and Mrs. R. E. Duncan. The club has nineteen members and meets monthly for literary programs hosted by members.
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