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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1915
Page
5
Editorial and news room line notes contact numbers for The Quincy Whig in Quincy Illinois. It lists the main telephone and business office numbers, states second class mail matter, and directs readers to report delivery irregularities immediately.
Illinois and Missouri forecast unsettled yet generally fair on Friday and Saturday with warm temperatures. Iowa predicts generally fair and rather warm weather on Friday and Saturday. Yesterday’s temperatures ranged from 72 at 7 a.m. to 83 by 5 p.m. and to midnight.
The river from below Warsaw to Louisiana is expected to fall slowly over the next 24 to 36 hours. The forecast calls for gradual downstream decline with no abrupt changes anticipated.
Adams county voters will decide on a 750000 bond to fund hard road construction under the Thice good roads law. McLean county supervisors voted unanimously to adopt the law and allocate funds, joining counties already embracing the program. The Bloomington and Whig notes highlight broad support for improved roads despite concerns about cost and construction.
Financial experts present varied remedies for the Rock Island system now in dire condition. The Interstate Commerce Commission blamed management, high financing, and stockholder neglect, while President Mudge cited wage cuts, higher costs, and new regulations. The report hints the patient may yet recover despite conflicting diagnoses.
A close study of Premier Asquith's survey in the English Commons sheds light on the billion dollar loan England and France seek from the United States. Britain has spent over six billion dollars and mobilized three million men, with preparations showing war costs strain despite a strong navy. The analysis contends war costs persist regardless of preparedness and notes France’s expenditures remain to be considered.
The article argues for a county bond issue to fund permanent hard roads under the Tice law, noting current state aid limits and the burden on future generations. It cites urban rural tensions, the value of better roads for farmers, markets, and social access, and invites voters to approve the April 4th election.
Prices for leather rise, yet readers are offered four dollar shoes claimed as best values. The note promotes bargain footwear, highlighting four dollar prices as standout deals amid cost increases.
Washington Post reports German commercial agents foresee a return to protective tariffs after the war to regain market access in the United States. They argue that a non protective tariff threatens Germany’s old foothold, as over 60 percent of imports currently enter free. The piece notes Democratic and Wilson administration dynamics on free trade narratives.
George Stephens of the Aurora Beacon weighs war news and preparedness topics. He notes a 63 million dollar export of horses and mules to Europe since the war began and comments on the czar, Dumba, and Duma confusion, Asquith’s figures on war costs, and the Illinois state fair exodus amid a hot 1915 vintage.
A compact chronicle of past anniversaries noting events from 1815 to 1914. Highlights include Napoleon’s exile news, a bishop consecration in Maryland, a Maine fire destroying Augusta’s business section, a 1890 New York Central strike ending, and wartime status updates with casualty tallies and President Wilson’s cautious replies.
Raymond Robins of Chicago a social service leader born on Staten Island New York 42 years ago today Earl of Granard commanding a battalion of the Royal Irish regiment born 41 years ago today Beatrice Mills of New York wife of the Earl born 41 years ago today Prof Leo S Rowe University of Pennsylvania on trade tour in South America born McGregor Iowa 44 years ago today C K G Billings noted capitalist of Chicago and New York born Saratoga Springs New York 53 years ago today
John R. McLean Cincinnati publisher and Democratic gubernatorial candidate is reported to be 67 years old today. Also noted are Vivian B. Small of Lake Erie College aged 40 born Gardiner Maine and several U S congressmen with birthplaces and ages cited.
Reported remarks indicate John D Rockefeller did not oppose or embrace the loan project, only taking it under consideration. Jacob H Schiff of Kuhn Loeb & Co visited James J Hill, with speculation about pro German financials possibly joining the loan. Hill reportedly mentioned the commission could secure half a billion dollars.
Advertising copy touts Dr. King's New Discovery as a remedy with 46 years on the market. It claims to soothe coughs and relieve influenza tendencies, warning that delays can worsen pneumonia and lung troubles. Money back if it fails, 50 cents to one dollar.
Washington September 16 President Wilson may issue a formal statement on woman suffrage September 28 before traveling to New Jersey for state primaries. White House officials indicated today.
Pattern listing from Pictorial Review noting Princess sizes 82 to 46 inch bust, price 15 cents for embroidery and transfer pattern No 11744, 15 cents. Compact item entry with product details and pricing.
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