Community spirit and regional ties in Quincy fall celebration
An analysis of the missed connections between city and surrounding territory. The piece notes how fairs picnics and reunions help small towns get acquainted with neighbors and how major centers like Chicago stage exhibitions to foster ties. It argues the Quincy fall festival will widen acquaintance, boost trade, and strengthen Quincy as a central trading point. It also reflects on the city’s role as a hub built from necessity and its reliance on regional cooperation to sustain trade. It then lists notable birthdays of several figures in science religion and sports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trenton
Missouri
Chamber of Commerce
Basilt
Chicago
Quincy
Plan to Pay Ten Percent Interest to Boys
A brief, informal note encourages salesmen to discuss a plan offering ten percent interest to boys who save their dimes. It suggests they will cheerfully explain the details and promote savings among youth.
Weather watch patterns across Illinois Iowa Missouri
Fragmentary weather report notes unsettled conditions across Illinois Iowa and Missouri. Mentions cloudy Saturday with possible showers at night or Sunday. Local temperatures recorded yesterday around 66 to 70 degrees with readings around 5 p m and 3 a m, though details are incomplete.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Llinois
Missouri
Iowa
River Forecast From Warsaw to Louisiana
Forecast shows river rising from Warsaw toward Louisiana over the next 48 hours with expected higher levels and potential minor flooding in low-lying areas. Forecasters urge monitoring of river stages and heed local advisories.
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Warsaw
Louisiana
Lowden denies factional pledges for governor run
Frank Lowden declares he will not be the candidate of any faction and plans to announce his candidacy for governor of Illinois only at the proper time. He notes prior campaigns, meeting Republicans across the state, and says he will conduct a vigorous campaign if sentiment remains favorable, with H. Stead of Ottawa likely to lead the effort.
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Col. Lowden
Thomp
Lowden
Illinois
Springfield
H. Stead
Ottawa
Attornney
Political maneuvering around Denen Lowden in Illinois
Fragmented discussion on Illinois GOP dynamics after a controversial mayoral speech. The text notes no firm promises or deals, hints at Lowden sentiment downstate, and explores Cook County reactions while mentioning Denen and the Deneen-West group. It references the 1904 convention and broader national implications.
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Oprigt
Denen
Deneen
Lowden
Deneen-West
Chicago
Cook County
Illinois
Speaking of candidates for minor state offices in Springfield
The text endorses George E. Keys for state treasurer, noting his long banking experience in Springfield, family ties to Quincy via his sister-in-law Helen Lewis, and his broad local support. It portrays Keys as highly qualified, well liked, and a strong family connection for Adams County Republicans.
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George E. Keys
Sphofield
Candi
Keys
Springfield
National Bank i
Capitol City
George
Tol Quincy
Helen’ Lewis
Adams County
Apples for Europe in the Christmas season plea
A writer urges sending America’s apples to belligerent Europe as a gesture of Christmas cheer. The piece envisions soldiers in French trenches sharing Jonathan apples and winter varieties, noting apples are scarce and would be welcome amid war. It also mentions Mexico and a market lack of corn on the first day of the month.
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Mexico
America
Europe
France
Teutonic
Jonathan
América
Massachusetts primary drift toward biennial elections
The piece notes Massachusetts held a unique annual primary with party enrollment abolished. Voters chose any candidate without party ties, a system ridiculed by some states. Across the commonwealths the vote reflected broad support for major parties, while Tilinsis requires party declaration before a ballot.
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Massachusetts
Nto
McCall
Tilinsis
Fragmented history notes span years 1815 to 1914
A sanitized list of historical references from 1815 to 1914 includes remarks on England’s land value, a 1840 state convention in Columbus with Jacksonians, 1895 birth and 1902 death of North Dakota Senator Roach, 1865 Alabama secession ordinance nullified, Pope Pius IX on secret societies, 1890 seizure of the David Crockett schooner, a Colorado Democratic convention, and 1914 wartime dispatches. The excerpt blends dates, places, and figures in a terse chronology.
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England
van ‘Buren
Columbus
Dakota
Loudoun
New York
David
Marseilles
Weihsien
Shantung
Lissa
Dalmatia
Mostar
Herzegovina
Siascinset
Nantucket
Daniels
Birthday note items and figures from Allen Fletcher era
Lines worth remembering note a birthday party for Allen M. Fletcher former Vermont governor born in Indianapolis sixty two years ago. Mentions Bishop Wilbur P Thirkield of the Methodist Episcopal church and his birthplace in incomplete form.
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Allen M. Fletcher
Vermont
Indianapolis
Wilbur. P. Thirkield
Methodist . Episcopal. Church
Washington Park Tonight Concert by Infantry Band
Director E Reinkendorff leads the Fifth Infantry Band in a 7 30 PM program at Washington Park Tonight featuring marches overtures and operatic selections including Ancestoria Weldon Prince Charming Shadowland and Medley on Popular Airs with a requested piece from Sam Kalman and a salute to The Star Spangled Banner.
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Reinkendorff
Reir Park
Weldon
Dixie
Gilbert
Armen
Bizet
Sam” Kalman
Citrolax or e ROLAX Best laxative claims
An old advertisement fragment credits Citrolax or Rolax as a best laxative for constipation sour stomach lazy liver sluggish bowels and rapid relief. It markets a thorough cleansing effect, claims no unpleasant after effects, and names Miller and Arthur Diug Co as sellers in Utah.
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Utah
West
Marines Fire At Rebels In Haiti Conflict
A column of fifty marines and sailors were fired upon while marching from Gonaives to Poeteau in Haiti. Major S. Di Butler led the detachment, and the fire from a bush by Cacos killed one Caco. No American casualties were reported.
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Washington
Navy’ Department
Caperton
Haiti
S. di Butler
Funeral for Rev. D. C. Phelan at Mount Carmel Church
Archbishop John J. Glennon presided at the funeral of Rev. D. C. Phelan editor of The Western Watchman. Clergy and crowds overflowed Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church as the ceremony proceeded, with burial in Cavalry Cemetery.
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Phelan
Sty. Louis
Church of Our Lady
Mount Carmel
D.C. Phelan
Western Watchman
Had ‘Hadé
Middle West
John J. Glennon
Cavalry
May Pile Charges Against Mayor Bell Indicated in Indy Trial
In Indianapolis on September 24, perjury charges may be filed against witnesses for the state in the trial of Mayor Joseph E. Bell. The Marion County grand jury returned the indictment, though several witnesses have proved disappointing to the prosecution.
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Indianapolis, and
Joseph E. Bell
Marion. Couty
Basco Field Meet Opener Sparks Gala Day
Basco Tl Sept 24 A weather friendly opening day at Basco Field drew about 1500 spectators for the annual field meet. Highlights included a home team baseball victory over Denver and a Kokomo band performance with 23 musicians, mostly women, drawing praise and a brief audience demonstration. Street entertainment and notable horse races kept interest high as the day closed with optimism for the final day.
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Basco
Denver
Kakoka
Texas Wonder cures kidney and bladder ailments ad
Advertised cure claims for kidney and bladder troubles for men women and children. Mentions mail delivery if not sold by your druggist and testimonials from other states. Dr E W Hall address in St Louis Missouri listed. product sold by druggists.
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Texas
E. W
Hall
Olive Street
St. Louis
Druggiata
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