Legion Elects Edina Man for Post of Honor
Missouri American Legion caucusing and resolutions dominate opening of Legion convention in Jefferson City. Sid Houston named commander as part of a headquarter and officer slate with Jefferson City adjutant. Kansas City and St. Louis compete for top posts. 25 delegates chosen for Minneapolis national convention. Also notes Edina delegate Lester Ball and local business change as Arthur Dimmitt buys Harry Keoken grocery.
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Jefferson City
Missouri
American Legion
Secretary of War
War Department
Kansas City
St. Louis
Minneapolis
Legion
Sid Houston
128Th Machine Gun Battalion
Kansas City Star
Conrad Clayton
Hannibal
Ed Casill
J. E. Kinkade
Fornfelt
J .C. Houston
Froy
Col
James E. Rieger
Jack Williams
Joplin
Canvention
Lester Ball
Edina
J. E. Holecurt
Moberly
C. A. Ross
Albany
Ray Arnold
St. Joseph
Alex H. Sapier
H. F. Parker
Warrensburg
Paul Tucker
Springfield
G. J. Buchanan
California
D. G. Trowston
Troy
L. HW. Renfrow
Dwight Davis
J. F. Dugan
Walter D. Platt
Desloge
Eugene Munger
Dexter
Edward R. Rudolph
Carthage
Clyde Fuller
Lebanon
Geo. W. Rauschkolb
Welter
Fearrance
Redick O'Brien
John W. T
TL. C Venable
Gallatin
B. Gleason
Kennett
Franklin Peery
Arthur Dimmitt
Seventh
Stampshire
Groce Fy
Harry Keoken
Third
York Streets
Dimmitt
Griggs- Ve
Quincy
Teen
Gleason May Pitch Cicotte Today and Moran Says Sallee
In Cincinnati on October 8, managers weigh pitching for the seventh World Series game. Gleason likely calls Eddie Cicotte as his starter despite two previous losses, while Moran favors Slim Sallee, with Luque possible. Moran notes the Reds erred under pressure and Kerr pitched well, and Gleason insists his team has found its stride and will rebound.
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Gleason
Moran
Sallee
Cincinnati
Ohio
Redland Field
Sox
Eddie Cicotte
Reds
Slim
Luque
Ructher
Ring
Salee
Roush
Risberg
Kerr
Vicotte
Humane Society Holds Its Quarterly Meeting
The Quincy Humane Society approved the bil now in the senate for animal protection and held its quarterly meeting at 41 Hampshire Street. Miss Ella Randall reported literature distribution to schools, while J H Best, treasurer, noted routine business. Humane Officer John Cuens detailed cases and actions including destitute cases, county trips, wife beaters, animal welfare measures, and fines.
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Senate
Quincy Humane Society
Mampshire Street
Modnay
Ella Randall
J. H. Best
John Cuens
As Ames
Tental Nursber
Deon
Pust
Plumb Plan Endorsement Expanded in Quincy Meeting
Organized labor and the public were urged to back the Plumb Plan for railroad ownership as Quincy labor groups endorsed the proposal. A follow up meeting at the Labor temple next Monday will distribute literature and invite broader participation in the campaign.
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Quincy
Ladder Temple
Wis
Pisnim Quincey
Labor Temple
Weilers
Middle West
Jad Salts Promises Kidney Relief From Meat Overload
An old remedy advocates Jad Salts to cleanse the kidneys after heavy meat meals. It warns of backache, headaches, and urinary issues when slowness and sediment in urine occur, claiming four ounces of Jad Salts in water before breakfast can restore kidney function and provide a pleasant lithia-water drink.
Matrimonial Mischief At Soldiers' And Sailors' Home
A local column jokes about cottages 1 and 3 at the Soldiers' And Sailors' Home forming a marriage scheme between residents. It notes weddings, a looming next ceremony, envy between cottages, and a lighthearted “league of nations” gathering at the home. mentions pension checks and upcoming passes.
Former Quincy Boy Named Chief Quartermaster in Brooklyn Base
Captain Joseph Roeschlaub, a former Quincy resident and nephew of Mrs. L. A. H. Nickerson, has been appointed chief constructing quartermaster for the vast Brooklyn Army supply base. The project spans three miles of waterfront, costs about 40 million dollars, and includes warehouses 980 feet long with three miles of docks for merchant ships and naval vessels. It features extensive railroad tracks on the docks and leading to the warehouses, marking a major wartime logistics hub. The Roeschlaub family moved from Quincy to Denver years ago, and he trained in engineering, rising as a leading officer in his field.
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Joseph Roeschlaub
Quincy
L. A. H. Nickerson
Brooklyn
N. Y
Roeschlaub
Denver
Special Rail Rates To Legion Meeting
Macaulay Irwin, secretary of the Filenry Th. Hill Post American Tegon, reports a U S rail administration plan offering a special reduced rate to American Legion members and families for attending the state convention in Peoria. The fare is one and one third the regular round trip. full one way fare is paid, with a discount certificate issued by the local agent. The certificate, shown to the Peoria validating agent, grants the 2 one third rate home. Travel runs Oct 14 to 22, same route for going and returning, with outward tickets valid Oct 14 to 18 and return by Oct 22.
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Macaulay Irwin
Filenry Th. Hill Post
American Teg On
United States Rail Administration
American Legion
Peoria
Quincy delegates reservations by Mr Irwin
Mr Irwin announces he will make reservations for the Quincy delegates and extend the same offer to anyone who notifies him. If others wish to secure a spot, they should contact him to arrange accommodations.
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Mr. Irwin
Quincy
Hotel Reservations Urgently Needed For Limited Space
Immediate notice urges quick action as hotel space is tight. Readers are advised to secure rooms without delay to guarantee lodging and avoid potential shortages during peak demand.
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Jim Sharp
Jim
Broadway
Merkel Hardware
Humane Society
Seargeantess
Cottage 1
Cottage
League of Nations
Gonse Pond
Tower of Babel
Woshington
John Trarlow
Alabama
Parlow
Garver
B. K
Quincy Boy
Ickage
Willa
Wellers
Gilb Beautiful Case
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Quincy, III
Armstrong
King of Instrument
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