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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1915
Page
9
Oliver Wood was arrested last night in Ursa Bottoms by Sheriff Coens and Deputy Sterling on a charge of attempted murder. The image shows a straightforward police action report with no further details provided.
Oliver Wood, Ursa bottoms farmer, arrested by Sheriff Coens and Deputy HG Sterling for allegedly firing at Elmer Conage. Wood claims the gun once belonged to Jesse James and vows to die for it if needed. He was jailed in Quincy to await today’s hearing before Justice Ben Heckle amid jealousy and domestic tensions cited as motive.
Jack Hagan of Hagan and Rundle liquor firm lies near death at his Quincy Hotel room after 36 hours of critical condition. The ailing dealer, in poor health for months, remained unconscious yesterday as sister Nellie Giddins of Vermillion Ohio and half brother James Hagan of Chicago arrived following a telegram.
Lambert lodge of A M and local officials plan special work at the Masonic temple. Eighteen applicants sign to take civil service exams at Gem City Business College with W B Calkins directing. Emil Reinkendorff family moves to Hotel Quincy from Twenty first and Maine. Blessing hospital trustees meet at 7 30 p m at J W Gardner home to discuss plans for October tag days. Ir Zimmerman Henry Behrensmeyer and Henry Lehbrink plan a hunting camp 15 miles north up the river. George Nicholson and Mrs Nicholson relocate from North Twenty fourth to North Twelfth in Riverside township. Mrs Eugene Huff and Mrs Charles Hurth visit Fowler area.
St James News writer St R. R. Wentworth testifies to quick lung relief after a severe cold. He endorses Foley's Honey and Tar as a genuine cough and lung medicine that straightened his illness. Mothers report it cures croup in children and offers relief for hay fever and asthma.
The National Poultry Butter and Egg Association plans its annual meeting October 4 and 5 at the Hotel McAlpin New York. About 700 members from shippers packers distributors and transport unions will discuss why hens lay or fail to lay and how to move eggs from nest to breakfast table. The group formed in 1906 at Harry Dowie’s idea who led until 1914 when Charles E McNeill of Chicago became president.
At the Empire Hippodrome the Jack Bessey company performs The Girl in the Taxi on Thursday with both matinee and night shows. Friday features The Man on the Box. Saturday presents The Opening of the Chestnut Burr. Sunday offers The Wizard of Wiseland. Tuesday brings Fiske and O Hara in Kilkenny with matinee and night shows.
Today at the Hippodrome the Jack Bessy company presents The Girl in the Taxi at popular prices. A popular comedy with laughable situations and continuous fun. Tomorrow The Man on the Box is billed followed by The Wizard of Wiseland on Sunday with a merry crew of singers and a full chorus to captivate audiences.
Fiske O Hara under Augustus Pitou Jr will present Kilkenny an Irish play by Augustus Pitou Sr next Tuesday at the Hippodrome. The story set in late 18th and early 19th century Kilkenny, known as The Marble City, features songs written for the piece and a cast including Jafine Scott Marie Quinn Mary Downy Anna Nichols Lisle Bloodgood Elize Mason W T Morgan J P Sullivan James Edwards Henry Duffy J B Miller and W T Sheehan.
Mrs A q Reitman yesterday afternoon entertained a party of friends at a sagial function. Those present reported a light tas and pleasant company amid informal chatter.
Barler ideal oil heaters and hardware items noted. Miss Clara Deutschman arrived from Lancaster to visit Mrs. Lange at 809 Ohio. Mrs August Stormer and Mrs Chris Wiegmann took the 12:30 train to Coatsburg for Henry Linkemann's funeral. Sidewalk upgrades on State Street near 808 810. Lyle Poe heads to Chicago for vacation. Mrs Christ Schreneweiss returns from 635 South Eleventh. Bauhats Zwick Schutte start a two story flat at 826 8 South Ninth with rentals on both floors. A bake ham lunch at Blue Ribbon Buffet 514 Hampshire. A daughter born to Mr and Mrs C P Salyer at Blessing hospital. Mr Salyer becomes advertising manager at W Tduker Co now in Quincy from Waterloo. Jitney driver Lyman Came receives continuance until October 1.
No definite action was taken yesterday by Quincy saloon men at a Hotel Quincy meeting. Attorneys explained the law they are indicted under and the group adjourned to meet again in a few days, with Sunday closing likely favored according to reports.
In Monmouth Ut on Sept 29 Judge H W Wagoner of Macomb presides over the circuit court. Judge Grier is in Macomb to hear the Senator Compton divorce case in its second trial after the first trial jury disagreed. The criminal docket is called this week with petit jurors excused until Monday morning. Divorce suits occupy most of the court’s time in recent days.
The trustees of the local M E church in Mt Sterling Illinois discussed remodeling plans and heard Rev. R B Powers urge rebuilding. He presented options with an estimated cost not to exceed 10 000 dollars. The board favors a new church but a final decision is pending.
Halton Powell’s Safety First at the Orpheum features Earle S. Dewey Mabel Rogers and a strong supporting cast. The four night engagement with matinees opens today driving strong word of mouth. The production showcases top costuming, a lively chorus, and high energy throughout, with the show described as a standout among traveling attractions. Chief Koch notes Jim Wheeler now farming near Dyas Alabama reporting a successful year and 300 bushels of sweet potatoes.
You may have symptoms of scrofula or related infections with facial pimples and swollen glands. Cleanse your blood by taking 8 8 8, a standard blood purifier for fifty years, to renew strength and boost circulation. Obtain from your druggist today.
Sewing directions describe forming edges and gathers using perforations. Instructions cover under-arm seams, waist work, sleeve insertion, back seam finishing, and band stitching. Sizes listed include 24 16 18 and 20 years with steps to align centers and attach waist, sleeve, and skirt sections.
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