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Newspaper
Troy Weekly Call
Location
Troy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1916
Page
2
A 1916 newspaper fragment urges residents to beautify yards and public spaces with lawn care, fences, and plants. It cites examples from Troy and nearby towns, notes the value of removing front yard fences, and stresses communal responsibility to keep streets clean. It also touches on wheat production, women’s roles, and conservative civic optimism.
The piece argues prohibition increases drunkenness citing Maine and Kansas, contrasts with Italy where no prohibition exists, and champions allowing light beer and light wine. It urges editors and legislators to present facts, promote temperance through moderate drinks, and avoid rigid prohibition. Arthur Brisbane is highlighted as presenting these views.
The Staunton Times quotes a cautionary note on early marriages and choosing a steady partner. The Highland Leader reports Arcola’s mail order vote contest with 5,000 votes per catalogue. Greenville Advocate urges towns to unite for common good while Highland Journal notes Madison county election costs. Wollinsville and Alton papers reference local politics and national events alike.
A column decries poorly printed home made signs and urges all businesses to hire printers for accuracy and neatness. It notes backward letters and misspellings harm image, and contrasts with well made wholesale signs. Includes short jokes and anecdotes on ads and proofreading.
The Sage discusses rising farm prices for eggs and butter and contemplates keeping a cow and hens. He notes the burden of milking and feeding would fall on him, as the old women in his life refuse to help, making self-sufficiency difficult despite having money.
Advert mentions Dr. King's New Life Pills as liver friendly and bowel moving. Claims pills ease nausea and digestion with a sugar coating to mask bitterness. Available at druggists for 25 cents. Ad copy tone of a historical drug product promotion.
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