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Quincy Whig

Location

Quincy, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Sep 02, 1917

Page

12

Senate votes down Johnson war profits tax amendment

The Senate rejected by 62 to 17 the Johnson proposal for an 80 percent levy on war profits, as debate highlighted a clash between high tax advocates and conservatives. Senators LaFollette, Johnson, Lodge, Simmons and Penrose spoke, with both sides claiming victory while radicals vowed to press for higher rates next week.

Washington Senate Johnson California Johnson and LaFollette Lodge Simmons Penrose Lodge and

Italian King Greets American Charge in Udine

Peter A. Jay the American charge d affaires was received by King Victor Emmanuel who thanked President Wilson for the visit of the Italian mission to the United States and expressed satisfaction at the reception and reports regarding U S sympathy for Italy.

Udine Peter A. Jay Victor Emmanuel Wilson United States Italy

Lexington Kentucky Fears Race Trouble

Lexington Kentucky patrols by armed guards and civil authorities quell rising clashes between soldiers and Black residents flocking from a nearby fair. The city remains quiet but tense with suppressed excitement and threats of further trouble as additional guards bolster the streets.

Lexington Kentucky National Guard

Woman Prefers Tailored Image Over Self Made Label

A woman expresses a preference for an image of being tailored made rather than self made, signaling a desire for crafted identity and external polish over personal origin. The remark highlights attitudes toward authenticity and branding in public perception.

Pershing Urges Patience Before U S Front

Major General Pershing in Paris urged patience before American troops join the front. He warned against rushing insufficiently supplied forces into combat and said the United States must fully prepare to hammer the German army with fresh strength next year.

Paris Pershing France United States America Gen. Pershing Associated Press

We are, who know what we are doing and what we must do

A compact quotation fragment reflects resolve in pursuing clear objectives and duties. The line signals confidence in agency and responsibility within a group or leadership context. It hints at purposeful action aligned with known goals and planned steps.

Urge Burnquist to Permit Meeting in Minneapolis

The American Alliance for Labor and Democracy telegraphed Governor Burnquist urging permission for the People's Council of America for Democracy and Peace to hold its convention in Minneapolis. The alliance argues free speech and peaceful assemblage rise superior to opposition. Frank P. Walsh will open the convention as temporary chairman with speakers including Samuel Gompers Charles Edward Russell and John Spargo.

New York American Alliance For Labor and Democracy Burnquist Minnesota People’s Council of America For Democracy and Peace Minneapolis America Alliance Frank P. Walsh Kansas City Samuel Gompers Charles Edward Russell John Spargo

Earthquakes Hit Colombia Bursting With Minor Damage

In Bogota Colombia on Saturday severe earthquakes struck the country but officials report no serious damage. Authorities urged caution as aftershocks were possible. Local residents described jolts as strong enough to rattle buildings and awaken sleepers.

Colombia Bogota

Working on Strike Settlement Boston Newsroom Report

Boston agencies toil to settle the strike of 3,000 Boston and Maine railroad repair shop and roundhouse workers. Agreement notes limited progress as talks continue with union leadership and management seeking a prompt resolution.

Boston Pour Boston and Maine Railroad

Poland Moves Toward Self Government Amid Polish Crown Rule

Amsterdam dispatch notes Cologne Gazette report that Poland has begun steps toward self government with justice to be administered in the name of the Polish crown, signaling near home rule and local judicial authority.

Amsterdam Cologne Poland

Prospect of Adjustment of Differences Ahead of Tuesday

The report notes a prospect of differences being adjusted before Tuesday, with officials aiming to reach a settlement that could avert further escalation. No specific parties or locations are named in the accessible text.

Hall's Catarrh Medicine company oath 1886 Toledo

Frank J. Cheney of F. J. Cheney & Co. swears as senior partner that the firm will pay a hundred dollars for each uncured case of catarrh by Hall's Catarrh Medicine. Sworn December 6, 1886 before Notary A. W. Gleason. Company advertises testimonials and distribution through Toledo and druggists. Hall's Family Pills are also sold for constipation.

State of Ohio Toledo Lucas County Frank J. Cheney F. J. Cheney & Co Hall A. D A. W. Gleason

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