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Newspaper
Troy Herald
Location
Troy, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1875
Page
1
A patchwork of ads and social notes recounts carriages and coats sales at Miller stores, bouquets for a病 noble, fresh fruit from McLellan & Co, and a tax collection trip by Collector Shelton. Community updates mention a home fire relief fund, school examinations, and local travel plans along with farm and subscription news.
A survey reveals new routes beginning from the established line crossing Cuivre near Big Creek and via Chain of Rocks toward the river route. A second option from Moscow toward Monroe is planned. Once a preferred line and right of way are secured, work may begin, with hopeful signs of completion by 1976 and renewed public interest in delaying long fire history.
A spelling bee in a small town drew a large audience as Jep Wells presided. Notables including Mrs. McLellan and Mrs. Fisher led, while awkward spellings and humorous missteps kept the crowd laughing. Police notes recount arrests for drunkenness and disorder. Thurmond and Maddison select ten top spellers to duel next evening to improve speed and method.
Preparations begin for a substantial stone sidewalk in front of Woo folk and Gorden on Mats street. Awnings are described as enhancing the storefront and overall appearance. The notice also references the Dental Association meeting and lists various goods such as corsets and handkerchiefs available nearby.
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