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Newspaper
Troy Weekly Call
Location
Troy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1909
Page
2
The 1909 issue announces weekly publication on Market Street by Tre Square, edited and published by Woijarvis. It explains mail delivery, notices for entertainments, and regular rates for ads. Subscription and payment terms are listed, with publication date Saturday April 24 1909.
This notice explains how the date of payment appears on the wrapper and margin, that subscriptions must be paid before one year in arrears to avoid loss of second class mailing privileges, and that The Call will discontinue subscriptions after one year in arrears as required by the Post Office Department.
Election outcomes in Troy leave citizens with hopes for progress despite lingering dissension. Voters chose leaders for two years, with pledges to advance improvements and stable governance. The community is urged to unite for continued growth and to raise Troy’s rank among regional towns.
A newly described commission plan for city government is gaining favor as clearer provisions emerge. It would replace current structures with a mayor and four commissioners, abolish party politics and ward lines, and place all offices under popular election. Public utility franchises would go to a public vote, with recalls possible for incompetent officers. The measure aims to run municipal affairs on a simple business basis.
A review by the Edwardsville Intelligencer notes East Side towns show strong backing for public improvements while Troy in eastern Madison County stands as the sole holdout. The article cites the mayoral race where Dro B W Bran er was defeated by Chris Busse, in a vote tied to urban progress and infrastructure.
Fragmented text shows platform supporters toutting public improvements and leadership reappointments in multiple cities. References to Silas Cook and Beall highlight local executive continuity while public opinion remains unsettled on broader policy direction.
A fragmented reminiscence notes the poet Jeames Whitcomb Liloyii writing as city editor Benjamin F. Johanson of Indianapolis Jourish. It claims the early verses, long dismissed, later held the U S public in thrall and earned wide attention.
Report notes 519 votes in the Troy school election last Saturday and 32 in a secondary election at Tiehtond, suggesting turnout tied to issues. The piece asserts Troy’s larger size is not implied by this comparison and comments on issue presence affecting participation.
The Madison county judicial primary reportedly cost between four and five thousand dollars. The June election may cost about the same. The Highland Journal comments that elections are expensive and the June judicial vote is held to keep politics from influencing the selection.
Dr Gyril G Hopkins of the University of Illinois argues that scientists share absolute knowledge, while theorists may differ. He says scientists are defined by their facts and the extent of their knowledge, not by urging others to accept opinions.
A tight mayoral race produced a clear result though analysts noted a slim majority that left observers uneasy. The decisive win, labeled skidop by some in the crowd, reflected a city divided on key policy directions and leadership style.
The report notes Mayor Duss arriving in Chicago amid ongoing discussions on dike construction and flood defense measures. Local officials weigh costs, timelines, and potential impacts on neighborhoods as plans unfold.
The passage extols advertising as essential to commerce, citing Macaulay and a merchant who learns the value of ads. It notes large firms spend heavily on newspaper ads, with one store paying $250,000 yearly and the twelve top retailers about $3,000,000 annually. It urges readers to advertise in the paper to move goods.
Washington April 17 President Taft aims to form a quasi official body to mediate between railroads and the federal government. An executive committee including the Attorney General and cabinet secretaries will study conditions and recommend changes while preserving judicial and investigative roles. A tariff bureau is eyed, with Beveridge proposing a tariff commission of seven to clerically support but limit action. James W. Fassett notes a Japanese business mission trip and Alaska Yukon preparations related to trade and commerce.
An unknown author tells of a Kansas farmer who spends a single dollar bill in town then finds it returns years later through neighbors and a mail order house. Eventually he sends the bill far away again and its work ends, never to reappear. The tale concludes with the dollar’s taxes unpaid and its life’s work unfulfilled.
A reader from Kansas recounts two weeks of quarantine during a smallpox scare. The family enjoyed meals and sleep while relatives stayed away. A cousin fled after seeing the door sign. Julia Riehman recalls a classroom moment on the pronoun you, sharing immigrant student humor from New York Independent.
A Staunton Star note states the editorial part is the editor's own property with readers free to fill the rest of the paper with news. It emphasizes editors may be wrong as readers may be right and encourages reading both sections for value.
A periodical warning advertisement touts Electric Bitters to treat backache and kidney ills, claiming relief from pains and fatigue. It features a testimonial from J. R. Blankenship of Belk Tennessee and promotes Rings Little Liver Pills for liver and digestive relief, priced 25 cents.
An old fashioned dose misses the mark for weak stomach, heart, or kidneys. Dr. Shoop explains only the inside nerves regulate these organs and his Restorative targets that cause. Drugstores and leading druggists recommend it. take a few days to see prompt improvement. Sold by S Kingston.
M L Bingham of Princeville feared amputation but doctors advised it. He used Bucklen's Arnica Salve and was wholly cured. The salve treats eczema fever sores boils burns and piles with remarkable results. Available for 25 cents at Kingston's.
A guaranteed cough remedy Bees Laxative Cough Syrup claims quick relief for coughs colds croup whooping cough hoarseness and bronchial issues. Marketed as gentle laxative and tasty for children with sales by S Kingston.
Are your eyes tired and headachy after reading. The note urges immediate glasses, offers free eye tests, and promotes a shop with watches clocks and jewelry including repair services.
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