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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1915
Page
13
An old advertisement extols Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Compound as a cheap tonic to restore natural hair color and luster. It promises gray roots disappear after nightly applications, claiming to stop dandruff and scalp itching while leaving hair glossy and thick.
A two hour fashion parade on the third floor drew hundreds of Quincy ladies to the Halbach Schroeder Co. store at Sixth and Maine for the latest styles from eastern designers. Chicago models showcased gowns, suits and coats amid Weiler's orchestra as city residents enjoyed the event and look forward to a repeat today.
Quincy residents Lorene Bredeweg Ada Donahue Mildred Ebert Charles Hanna and Homer Swope are among Knox College entering students. The 205 freshmen set a 79 year high with total first year enrollment over 400 for the college, plus 250 to 300 anticipated in the conservatory, pushing total enrollment past 700. Knox credits rising national regard and Panama-Pacific exhibit selection for the surge in attendance.
Advertisement notes seasonable undergarments for cold weather with emphasis on quality wear priced to suit. Men’s fleeced and heavy ribbed union suits offered in multiple sizes at low cost and children’s high grade fleeced union suits also available.
Gold filled dirt waist sets from Noiilons with a trio design. Includes silver vanity cases and a pair of hat pins in decorative styles. CEe eeeneeesesee GUC German. Gold filled items priced at 29 cents.
Listing describes fine quality double silk gloves in gauntlet style with a black embroidered cape, wrist strap, and Paris point embroidery. Mentions prices at $1.60, includes references to white capes, kid leather, and decorative backs with black bands. Readable fragments reference PAIT and brand-like terms.
A vintage display lists hair bow ribbons in taffeta and assorted colors, 5 to 25 cents per yard. Point de Esprit net in cream and white, filet edge trims 6 inches wide, some priced $1.50 per yard. Revealee braid in black and colors, military frogs in black offered for suit trims, low prices per piece.
A charming wool dress for children ages 8 to 3 years priced at 3.75. Sailor collar and cuffs are trimmed with braid and the dress includes a patent leather well. Made with quality wool material, the piece features attractive design details and a durable construction.
The campaign seeks a large donation fund to raise Knox College’s financial strength this year, noting that once achieved there will be few Western colleges with equal resources.
Announcement promotes a fall winter Redpath Lyceum Series with low prices. Through church and organizational support the fifteen concerts feature Chicago Symphony Orchestra with 70 players, soprano Alice Nielsen, Bohumbryl and daughters, ex Senator Frank J Cannon, Laurant the magician, ex Governor Robert B Glenn, Schildkret’s Hungarian orchestra, and more. A one dollar membership allows seat reservations for all fifteen events, with additional costs for advance reservations.
The notice outlines ticket reservations and mail orders for events at the YMCA including Chicago Symphony Orchestra seats with varying location-based pricing. It directs E B Persons to handle mail orders, payment by check to Harry P Harrison, and specifies in person sale openings and timing. It also advertises Dr Kings New Life Pills with health claims and price.
A first photograph shows South American diplomats and Secretary Lansing gathered to discuss Mexico. The group includes Don Ignacia Calderon of Bolivia, Don Carlos Marianes Para of Uruguay, Joaquin Mendez of Guatemala, E C Sweet secretary, Roe mulo Noan of Argentina, Dominico de Gama of Brazil, and Eduardo Suarez Mujici of Chile. They work to bridge Mexican factions and decide which faction to recognize at an expected three week next meeting.
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