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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1915
Page
5
The report warns of a changeable barometer with unsettled conditions from Wednesday into Thursday night, then rising temperatures. Iowa forecasts fair and warmer by Thursday with likely unsettled conditions. Yesterday’s temperatures ranged from 46 to 64 degrees, with 7 AM at 46, 5 PM at 64, and midnight at 52.
The forecast indicates the river below Warsaw to Louisiana will fall slowly over the next 36 hours. Weather officials expect gradual depth reduction with no immediate flooding threat.
In the Strand magazine excerpt William M Bennett argues New York City is bankrupt and needs a receivership. He cites a funded debt of 1.3 billion plus a 200 million annual budget, compares with prewar German debt, and warns revenues from docks water rents and licenses are shrinking. He advocates payroll cuts and consolidating boards, claiming salvation lies in electing a hard nosed mayor.
In a pointed address the candidate vows to cut waste and graft, stop borrowing for running costs, and reveal true city expenses. He proposes a four year moratorium on new improvements and promises to reassess ferry and police station placements while trimming costs.
The article explains the contraband dispute over meat shipments valued at fifteen million dollars and Britain’s prize court rulings. It notes American protests, expected legal battles, and calls for international law expertise while observing market reactions, sterling rates, and stock fluctuations amid the war.
Dun's review notes the significance of a billion dollar loan, highlighting American financial strength and the unprecedented scale of borrowing for commercial purposes. It explains the feasibility is assumed given vast resources, while uncertainty centers on loan terms and the lengthy process to consummate such financing.
Senator Compton pushed a resolution praising a district stream called Crooked Creek and urging its improvement as Riviere a la Mine. The Springfield News Record notes the playful moment led to costly plans by engineers to turn the creek into a first class river, a joke now realized as an expensive project.
The column surveys spelling quirks around Villa Carranza and border issues, notes editorials about press correctness, and mocks Ford peace propaganda. It mentions a Georgia paper on fame, a Lincoln-era quarrel, and the Illinois state fair as Americans tour exhibits of nature, art, and politics.
The commission to relief in Belgium reports 50 million dollars collected and distributed, with 15.6 million in money and funds from the United States, British Empire, and Belgium. Belgians abroad contribute over half the spending, U S aid remains vital, and the destitute growth is about 200000 monthly, showing enduring global brotherhood.
In an Election held Tuesday Jacksonville decided to keep the commission form of city government. Supporters argued it costs more but yields greater benefits, while opponents noted popular officials could be attacked as a personal issue. The decisive large majority shows residents favor retaining the system they live under.
CHICAGO September 21 Two thousand Republicans depart Chicago tonight for Republican Day at the Illinois State Fair in Springfield. They travel on four special trains to join events and celebrations tomorrow at the fairground.
A historical roundup lists events from 1815 to Sept 22, 1914. One entry notes Don Juan Diaz Parrier, a Spanish general, captured by his own men and executed for the Cortes. Other items recount Princess Augusta Sophia’s death in London, a British crackdown on Fenians, the Manipur revolution, and World War I era events including submarines, naval losses, and attacks on German targets.
Abdul Hamid former sultan of Turkey born 73 years ago today. Prince Miguel of Braganza eldest son of the Pretender to the Portuguese throne married Miss Anita Stewart of New York born at Richenau Lower Austria 37 years ago today. Brig Gen Hugh L Scott chief of staff US army born Danville Kentucky 62 years ago. Bates Post actor born Seattle Washington 40 years ago today. Albert B White former governor of West Virginia born Cleveland Ohio 59 years ago. Thomas A Sisson congressman born Attala County Mississippi 46 years ago today. William W Griest congressman born Christiana Pennsylvania 56 years ago today. James P Walsh Philadelphia Baseball Outfielder born Ireland 27 years ago.
Everett C. Doerr a 22 month old from Pekin Illinois and Everlyn Potter a 21 month old from Clinton were named best in the better baby contest at the Illinois state fair. Mrs B F Langworthy of River Forest presided and awarded cups and medals to the winners in the one to two year old class.
London reports the German encirclement of the Russian army near Vilna tightening as retreating forces lose rail links. Berlin claims gains on von Hindenburg’s right wing and Leopold’s center while Paris notes French troops crossing the Aisne Marne canal. The British front endures concentrated German artillery and retaliatory British fire.
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