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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1915
Page
7
Illinois mostly fair with moderate temperatures on Thursday and Friday. Missouri fair with similar temperatures, while Iowa expects fair to unsettled conditions and little change in temperature. Local readings yesterday ranged from 54 to 58 degrees, with 25 rainfall units.
River bulletin notes a slow fall in the river from Warsaw downstream to Louisiana over several days. Forecast indicates gradual drop in water levels with lingering high or fluctuating readings expected along portions of the stretch. Authorities urge monitoring for navigation and local conditions.
Lord Reading and European financial delegation return from New York with a large American loan but no lasting stabilization of exchange rates. Experts warn the pound cannot remain a world currency standard and call for reliance on the American dollar as war debts loom. The visit leaves observers wary of further loans and stresses the need for broader measures.
A Chicago Post poll of over two hundred congressmen shows strong support for defense preparedness. Lawmakers largely back increasing the army to about 200000 and the navy to defend the coast, with Senator Sherman advocating detailed, expert-backed gains.
The article highlights Holland’s warning that US imports nearly hit two billion dollars in 1914 and warns of a flood of imports if the new tariff law remains. It argues to repeal the tariff and replace it with protection, claiming Democrats won’t act and a Republican Congress is needed to avert economic danger.
The historical sketch traces Henry Clay’s nominees and roles from 1824 through the formation and ballots of the Whig party. It notes Clay’s multiple candidacies, partial successes, and defeats, including his 1844 nomination, Polk’s 1844 victory, and the Whig party's decline after 1852 with Fremont’s 1856 rise of the Republicans.
The piece lauds April Clean-Up Week as a spark for a cleaner Cedar Rapids and urges ongoing effort beyond a single day. It highlights seed distribution and prizes to engage children, then warns about litter such as tin cans and torn paper hampering sanitation efforts, calling for lasting habits, stricter health ordinance adherence, and a drive to instill civic responsibility.
The article notes a publican president must be elected next year. It mentions the political process and impending campaign timelines without detailing specific candidates or locations.
Reported scouting across the state shows opposition to Governor Frank O Lowden coalescing against a single rival. Analysts say Lowden’s strength grows while other candidates fail to unite or build durable organization. In Melrose township Louis Politch produced two 101 pound blue ribbon dogs, signaling local pageant influence.
A rough collage of 19th century notes mentions a government forecast predicting generally fair weather for Thursday. It recalls a ballot by a woman influencing President on women suffrage and Carranza’s recognition as Mexico’s leader amid Washington shifts. It highlights a flower parade, Quincy industrial pageant, Lincoln-Douglas debates, Fifth Regiment music, and Kenady pumpkin findings with Politch reporting two pumpkins.
An aged print advert promotes Hood's Sarsaparilla as a blood cleanser for impure, weak, and debilitated systems. It claims the tonic pumps enriches and builds the body, urging readers to get it today. Strong entities include Hood's Sarsaparilla and the concept of blood purification.
One hundred years ago today sailors strike at Newcastle halting shipping at many English ports. Seventy five years ago George Worthington born Lenox Massachusetts 1840 later bishop of Nebraska died Mentone France 1906. Fifty years ago overland mail route freed of Indians and stages arriving from Colorado Idaho Montana and California. Twenty five years ago Ohio assembly met Cincinnati crisis Francis E Warren inaugurated Wyoming governor Edwin R Atwill consecrated P E bishop West Missouri. One year ago today in war Russians and Austro German armies battled near the Vistula while allies held Ypres and Aisne battle ended with ally edge. Germans occupied Bruges. Lines worth remembering a La Rochefoucauld quote on hypocrisy. Our daily birthday party lists Martin Behrman Joseph R Lamar Patrick A McGovern William P Borland Elwood Haynes Francis McMillen Jack Britton with ages noted.
Washington October 13. Arguments heard on official classification ratings and export grain cases before the Interstate Commerce Commission. The dispute involves proposed rate increases on grain and its products including beer leaf tobacco and other commodities in eastern communities.
ST PAUL Minn Oct 13 The annual meeting of Great Northern railway stockholders will be held here tomorrow to elect directors and receive the annual report. Rumor says a new president may be selected. Louis W Hull current president and chairman of the board may give remarks.
The article notes that the lesser title has moved into the role of active operating head, signaling a shift in leadership and responsibilities within the organization. No further context is provided regarding dates or names.
About 150 pastors and laymen of the Re formed church attend the annual synodical conference in Sioux City Iowa. The four day session gathers leaders from Kansas Illinois Missouri and Iowa to discuss church affairs and cooperation.
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