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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1916
Page
5
A group discussion on quarrels between married couples uses elastic bands as a metaphor. Each speaker shares anecdotes about never quarrelling, making up after fights, and the idea that quarrels can strengthen or damage relationships. The Last Year's Bride and The Lady Who Always Knows weigh in on resilience and restoration following clashes.
Daily Fashion Hints notes the envelope chemise with a deep fitted yoke remains justified by recent records. Styles vary from open to closed envelopes, many with a fitted bodice over corsets. Yokes form deep points under arms to reduce bulk while sheer blouses pair with washable fabrics like satin crepe de chine or Georgette. Lace edges and ribbon bows trim many versions.
Women who are well ask if the letters published by Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co are genuine and truthful. The company states it never publishes fictitious letters or names, and always has written consent. It attributes letters to real women who found health and happiness through Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound, noting relief from various female ailments and associated discomforts.
Society notes announce the October 11 wedding of Lillian Alice Williamson to Edward Joslin Kingsbury at St Marks Church Brookline Massachusetts. Reception follows at 1592 Beacon Street with plans to reside in Keene New Hampshire after December 1.
A program featured a gram, violin solos by Mrs. Pearl Damhhorst and Mrs. Bessie Dean, piano accompaniment by Mrs. Alfred Boudreau, and readings including Encouragement by Miss Margaret Reed. Miss Nora Moriarty performed with Colletta Jochem. Officers were installed by retiring president Mrs. Anton Ohnemus with President Mrs. C. J. Morris and other officers named: Vice-president Miss Colletta Jochem, Secretary Mrs. Martin J. Geise, Treasurer Mrs. George Heintz, Trustee Mrs. J. B. Corrigan.
The local W C T U marked Frances Willard's birthday with a meeting where Mrs Jessie Caldwell read a report on the society’s work. The paper praised temperance education, sacramental grape juice use, mothers' meetings, girls' savings banks, police matron appointment, women's suffrage, physical culture, and the Soldiers' and Sailors' Department. The group, said to be the world's largest women’s organization with about 500000 members and a yearly net gain of 20000, operates 40 lines of work. An informal reception for new members preceded the meeting, with fall flowers decorating the rooms.
The board of trustees and financial committees of the Y. W. C. A. will meet this noon in the association building for luncheon and a business meeting.
A historical ad explains that colds should not be ignored and a hacking cough can worsen. It promotes Dr King s New Discovery antiseptic balms as a 47 year trusted remedy for coughs and congestion. Testimonials attest its effectiveness for all ages. Buy a bottle today at your druggist for 50 cents.
In Philadelphia a man identified as J. C. Graveur, president of the Alhambra Garage in New York, was shot and killed in his hotel apartment along with his wife who was fatally wounded. A Mrs. Ledtur fired the shots and then killed herself, after the Graveurs had traveled from New York and arrived at the hotel shortly after midnight.
Miss Florence Josephine Hering and John Arthur Wilson marry this morning at 8 in St Peter's Catholic Church officiated by Rev Father Guisti. Attendants are Andrew Hering and Marie Wilson. After a 10 o'clock wedding breakfast at the bride's home, they will establish a home at 927 1 2 State Street.
Miss Elizabeth Voges and William Terwelp were married at St John’s Catholic Church by Rev August Hohi. Attendants were Agnes Terwelp and Ralph Lansing. The couple planned a wedding breakfast for twenty four, then an early train to St Louis for a visit with the bride’s relatives, before living with the bride’s sister in the near term.
Anthony John Musolino and Miss Loda Wade of Golden were married Monday noon by Justice of the Peace Ben Heckle in his office. The bride was accompanied by Miss Alice Strickler, a friend. The wedding surprised both families. the bride has lived with her sister near Bowen since her mother’s death. Musolino is son of Louis Musolino of 634 Maine street and has worked with his father. The couple will reside with Mr. and Mrs. Musolino for now.
Four days of screenings begin Thursday at Amusements Empire Hippodrome featuring Ra mona based on Helen Hunt Jackson's work. Orpheum Vaudeville and Bijou Humpty Dumpty Girls show variety acts, with Savoy presenting Norma Talmadge and Tully Marshall in The Devil's Needle. Other houses present Dian a the Huntress, Laundry Liz, Diana shows, and films starring Warren Kerrigan, Donald Brian, and Belasco productions The End of the Trail and The Code of the Mounted.
Hugh Wilson of the National Prohibition party arranged a stop for presidential candidate J. Frank Hanly and vice presidential candidate Ira Landrith in Quincy on October 10. The dry special train tour has been moving west to east, with a stop in Peoria en route to Washington Park for a speaking event.
A fragment notes a Republican push to mobilize support with a speaker urging unity. A telegram from Walter W. Miller is read by Chairman Cottrell as part of the continued page 3 coverage.
Regret was expressed at missing the event while R. M. Switzer praised the state and national ticket. Sanford C. Pitney thanked supporters for past and future help as August Stormer faced criticism for being busy buying the Democrats. Out of town visitors included H. E. Selby, Hamil Veach, T. F. Kesting, George N. Kesting, Granville Lummis, James B. Cook, and Elmer Grady from various townships.
Al Hart Shorn's house in Richfield burned between 3 and 4 am Tuesday. Origin unknown. no signs at 11 pm after return from Liberty. Property insured for 800 dollars. few household goods saved.
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