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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1915
Page
2
A speaker declares he will show the film regardless of any decision by the censorship board. The statement underscores resolve to proceed with screening despite potential restrictions or formal action by authorities.
The Hypocrites film sparks a heated censor board dispute with clergy as manager Busby vows to show the picture at the Empire Hippodrome despite a ban. A stormy meeting led to inspection plans while Busby threatens injunctions and seeks a jury to decide public morality. The film runs four days beginning today amid broader plans for more titles at the theater.
Hello Bill is scheduled tonight as part of a three day Elks festival at Highland Park. Warmer weather and decorations set the scene for a big evening. A prominent fireworks display features an Elk head and horns exhibit. Other pieces promise merriment and shows for attendees.
County Highway Superintendent Boyer accepted two bridges yesterday Ward Bridge in Camp Point township built by Weaver of Clayton and a Honey Creek township bridge erected by Electric Wheel Works. The Streckfus steamer Quincy sails to St Paul tomorrow at 10 00 am for a vacation trip at 25 round trip. Ross Roberts of Galesburg fined 10 and costs for intoxication and peace disturbance and sent to the workhouse for 2414 days.
Track crews lowered switch tracks at Hamp shire street foot to set proper spacing for paving Hampshire street west of Front to the river. City paving work will begin once tracks are relocated. Capt Falcon advances two new intake pipe sections for the water works daily. only a few remain. A large picnic of colored residents occurred at Sherman park with ferry B B shuttle service. Quincy NAACP plans a picnic supper at U B hall Sixth and Maine on the fourth Thursday in September with a discussion on fall and winter work.
Albert Ohnemus son of Mr and Mrs Alex Ohnemus died yesterday afternoon at 1 at his home 317 Chestnut street from a long illness. Born in Quincy November 10 1881 he was a member of the Amalgamated Sheet Metal Workers local union in Chicago and worked there until two years ago when illness brought him home. He was born and raised in this city but moved to Chicago five years ago. Funeral notice to follow. Mendon District Teachers elect new officers: President G A Hillier vice president G E Stickney secretary treasurer Miss Elizabeth Frazier.
Philander P. Claxton federal commissioner of education was guest of honor at Quincy Rotary Club luncheon. He urged international unity through Rotarian spirit, noted regret at missing the first world conference of education, and discussed vocational education advances. President John Kern led a quick roll call and members shared brief talks while guests S. Gottlieb of Chicago attended.
Dr P C Claxton United States commissioner of education disputes a dispatch error about proposing a national education institution to teach peace. He says the federal backed bureau would propagate peace among other educational ideals, not merely pay teachers for one purpose.
Dr Greene Wardman Black longtime dean of Northwestern University Dental College died in Jacksonville Illinois late today after a lengthy tenure. He shaped dental education and led the college through multiple reforms during his decades of service.
Iowa progressives at an informal conference in Des Moines Aug 31 decided to nominate a full ticket for state and county offices at next year’s elections.
Reverend I. W. Bingaman pastor of Luther Memorial church is expected home today after an extended trip through the east.
The Quincy Rifle Club plans a self built range after the Camp Prentiss site spoiled members. They aim to convene soon, raise funds to lease land, and construct a new range where members can shoot at will and when moved to action.
Highland park management proposes a large fall event combining a country fair exposition display and horse show. An elaborately decorated automobile parade, plus a military and civic parade with industrial display, could draw thousands and boost trade, employment, and visitor circulation in Quincy, with late September or early October as ideal timing.
Father Reinfels thanks all who helped with the St Josephs congregation picnic held yesterday under ideal weather. 1,500 to 2,000 attendees from Quincy and surrounding areas enjoyed smooth events, ample dinners and suppers, and plentiful amusements. Jitneys ferried many guests, and attendees remained into the night as the parish event set a new attendance record.
Thomas J Kirlin of Coatsburg and Miss Nellie White are listed for a marriage license. R Lincoln Long of Paulding Ohio and Miss Reva Henry of Camp Point are also recorded for licenses.
Miss Lillian Depenbrook, stenographer in the office of County Attorney John T. Inghram, is back from about two weeks away spent in Chicago and Lake Oconomowoc Wisconsin. In Chicago she visited Miss Carolyn Duntery, formerly of this city, whose father is now in the Windy City and engaged in the French embroidery business.
Yesterday morning at the Country club Mrs George Gardner hosted a lively party for Miss Julia Sinnock. Guests enjoyed golf sewing and dancing with a later luncheon, a putting contest won by Miss Ellen Sinnock who received a silver vase. Julia Sinnock was given a handkerchief as keepsake. The attendance included Ellen Sinnock Alma Hofmeister Hope Taylor Florence Bastert Mamie Tripp Marie Stahl Helen Carter and others. Several locals and visitors were noted in upcoming travel plans and social visits across the region.
Local notices report Mrs R L Bowles and Mrs William Wade traveling to Chicago for two months. Evang elical Deaconess society revives interest with new officers. Arthur King from Fremont visits 1660 Kentucky street. St Francis picnic set for Sept 6. Elders meet at St Pauls church. Col J O Anderson returning home ill. Andrew Mason, Camp Point grocer, was in town. Blue Ribbon Buffet hosts baked ham lunch. Vermont Street Methodist to host quarterly conference and seek Rev N M Rigg's return. King’s Daughters hold Highland Park picnic. Public invited to a talk by J W Johnson on fishing. East End C E to elect officers Friday. Mrs Dave Hansfurther visits Winchester family. Quincy College of Music and Art opens Sept 1. Mrs Tom Monday returns from Chicago via shoe parlor run. Mrs Jean Morrison ill with general breakdown. Twins born to Mr and Mrs Van Skike. Lawrence Wagner of Overland visits Irwin Overland Co. Chicken supper Sept 1 at Echternkamp Grove. Jitney tickets 70c. Mrs Anna Bird visits city from Springfield. seen with J F Hughes and Mrs Mary S Dean. Amos Linn, Adams Co veteran, drives apple load home at nearly 80, drawing cheers.
The Streckfus Steamboat line will run a complimentary excursion on September 9 aboard the Quincy. Due to strong business, including favorable passenger mix, the firm extends invitations to all but those of objectionable character. Tickets are free from Captain A. H. Pennoyer. the Sidney sails from Quincy at 8:15 p.m. and returns about 11:30 p.m.
An advertisement touts Brucklen's Arnica Salve as protects and heals minor wounds and infections from pin-pricks to serious injuries. It claims antiseptic action, prevents complications, and suits skin blemishes pimples salt rheum eczema. Available in an original 2-ounce box for 25 cents from your druggist.
Father Kunsch’s St. Boniface parish opens a new two floor school with German and English taught together using phonetic reading. Eight teachers, seven Sisters of Notre Dame and one male teacher, run grades three through eight in airy rooms. The top floor holds a 500-seat auditorium with stage machinery for drama and concerts, plus a roof observatory view of Quincy and the river. The building also houses a library split by gender and rooms for church societies.
Seven veterans of the Civil War answered the summons at the Soldiers' Home in August. The oldest was 80 and the youngest 69. The list includes William O. Addieman of Indiana's 147th, George Voorhees of Illinois 42nd, Thomas J. Lemaster of Illinois 2nd Artillery, Myron Hi Lamb of Illinois 101st, Steen Henderson of Tennessee 46th, John Frevelo of Illinois 48th, and James McKeon of Missouri 21st.
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