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Quincy Whig

Location

Quincy, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Oct 12, 1916

Page

9

Republican Day Round Up Speakers in Quincy

The article notes Webster Davis Edward J King and Edward Yates assigned to Quincy for Republican Day. Davis is from Missouri Yates from Pittsfield and King from the Fifteenth district. It argues listening to local neighbors over imported speakers. It also mentions European war tension and diplomatic notes.

Middle West Webster Davis Edward J. King Edward Yates Quincy Mr. Davis Missouri Mr. King Yates Pittsfield

The Human Factor in Illinois Reform Debates

A Chicago or Illinois statehouse discussion revisits an 1865 law allowing guards for state property. Rep Smejkal's repeal fails amid appeals to veteran watchmen and the human factor of politics. Walter Lippmann cited for contrasts with reform groups and Tammany's adaptability.

Illinois Springfield Smejkal

Reichstag Debates Open Today in Berlin

Reichstag will reassemble in Berlin to open debate on the general situation. Despite talks between party and government after the chancellor's speech the chamber's stance on key laws remains unclear. Reported discussions focus on how committee results will be reported to the full house amid party caucus divisions.

Berlin London Reichstag

Greatest Labor Law in the World: Tariff Shield for Workers

A Chicago Tribune piece argues the protective tariff is the greatest labor law, guarding wage earners with high pay. It contrasts Democratic tariff cuts, wartime protections, and future prospects, urging labor to back the party upholding tariff protection for workers.

Chicago Tribune America Europe

Peter Ponders Puzzling Holes by Farmer Brown’s Pit

ANIMAL STORIES features Peter Rabbit curious about a mysterious pit in Farmer Brown's garden. Four new holes appear, baffling Peter as Old Mr. Toad vanishes, raising questions about who made them and why. Peter returns daily, torn between fear and fascination, before the tale shifts to Peter Has a New Surprise.

Peter Rabbit Peter Farmer Brown Mr. Toad Ife Swallow

In Our School Y Paul West Weekday Tales

An informal school diary covers headaches, budding romances, a local fisticuffs over church rivals, a dressroom warning, and playful mischief at recess. Notes mention Phil Wigglesworth and Lilac Grimes in love, a humorous fite between Ex Brigham and Willie Eustus, a Miss Palmer headache, and various schoolyard antics with Andy Anderson Clawd Smiley and Fatty Bellowes family chores.

Iss Palmer Phil Wigglesworth Lilac Grimes Phil Andy Anderson Boller Lile Andy the Fellers Gillel Plessant Brigham Willie Eustus Willie Blinky Hammond Miss Palmer Anny Noats & Gossup Smiley Libery

Illinois executed Jesuit mission numbers in 1701

On October 12 1701 an official statement from the Society of Jesus notes eleven priests and four brothers were engaged in missionary work among the Illinois and nearby tribes.

Society of Jesus Illinois

Dr Bell's Pine Tar Honey Ad

Pine Tar Honey medicine promises soothing relief from cold symptoms. It claims to heal irritated membranes loosen phlegm and ease stuffed nose chest tightness and sore throat with a dose. Available at your druggist for 25 cents.

Dr. Bell

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