Civic Improvement League reports strides in St Louis efforts
The Civic Improvement League of St. Louis reviews its work since 1903, noting six free open air playgrounds three built last year with bathhouses libraries and shelter houses. Over 200000 children enrolled and 75000 baths given. A junior horticulture school operates on five acres at Tower Grove and Shaw. Plans for 1000 children this year. Prizes awarded for best gardens. City comptroller to fund 5000 for waste paper boxes citywide pending ordinance. A contest along the St Louis and Suburban railway right of way awards 100 for best backyard improvements each summer to beautify the route.
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Civic Improvement League of
St. Louis
Tower Grove
Shaw Avenues
League
St. Louis and Suburban Railway
Colorado Labor Troubles Editorial Stance Summary
The Mining Magazine of New York offers a cautious review of Colorado labor unrest. It notes blame on both sides but argues the incident was not the cause, cites inevitable conflict with the Western Federation of Miners, and discusses vigilance committees versus martial law while warning against equating the Miners with lawful unions.
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New York
Colorado
Western Federation of Miners
San Juan
Gomper
Pension Objections Fade as Veteran Deaths Skyrocket
The piece notes pension department figures show old soldiers dying at about 40,000 yearly. It argues ten to twenty years hence parades will be led by men over 70 and a small remnant will remain. It says objections to pensions have diminished and honors to veterans remain essential to national sacrifice.
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United States
Brick street odor stirs Edwardsville debate
The Edwardsville Democrat claims brick streets mainly benefit nearby business districts including Fruit Mont Troy Bethal Worden and surrounding areas while criticizing the view that nothing is being done. The open letter urges action and nods to local figures as it presses for progress.
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Edwardsville
Fruit,Mont
Troy
Bethalto
Worden
History of public schooling days per capita
The piece compares average schooling days per person over time. It cites 998 days currently, 420 days fifty years ago, and 82 days at the start of the 19th century, noting today’s schooling equals twelve times what youths received a century ago. It frames continued growth in public schooling allocation.
Europe-bound Washington correspondent plans regular letters
The Catli s Washington correspondent, away on vacation in Europe, sends an interesting letter this week enroute. A European letter will be a regular feature of THE CALL during the correspondent's stay abroad. Watch for it.
Municipal Improvement Plan Declared Unnecessary
City outlook on public works is mixed with officials and residents debating the need and feasibility of upgrades. The dialogue suggests no consensus and questions whether improvements are wanted, affordable, or essential for the community.
Era of high prices over, Missouri claim sparks doubt
Report asserts the era of high prices is over yet many insist prices are from Missouri and must be proven. The piece notes skepticism about the claim and the need for verification of the source.
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Missouri
Sign on Door and Trolley Mania in Towns
A neighbor reports a door sign reading Sex ait in here. The St. Louis Post-Dispatch notes it is better to be poor than a liar. The piece satirically mentions trolley mania as a recent craze. The writer argues advertising is a smart investment, as a dollar spent well.
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St. Louis Post-Dispatch
Birthday Guess Confusion in Ally Sloper Panel
In a light Ally Sloper strip, Old Man jokes about his birthday as Pat guesses his age. Pat quips that the old man looks old enough to be his own father, delivering a playful exchange typical of the comic.
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Pat
Dad
Faith
Ally Sloper
Aboard the Ocean Steamer at Sea On Vacation
The Washington correspondent writes from aboard a large ocean liner off Ireland in August. The diary describes rough seas, a bustling dining room, and constant table service while passengers debate Roosevelt’s Wednesday bulletin, Marconi wireless tales, and a lively shipboard betting scene with poker and pilot bets.
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Ireland
Wiggins
Marconi
New York
St. Louis
San Francisco
China Sea
Roosevelt
Daily News
Good Old Days: School Mams and Past Methods
In the Good Old Days. The Alton Telegraph recalls era of harsh rod thrashings and stern discipline. It contrasts with modern teaching where the school ma’am guides pupils with a smile toward knowledge replacing the old club driven methods.
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Ma’ams
Guaid Lé Ghutsdd
Solomon
Ballard's Snow Liniment Proves Quick Relief for Rheumatism
An 1902 testimonial from E W Sullivan of El René Oklahoma promotes Ballard's Snow Liniment noting immediate relief for rheumatism. The ad lists prices 25c 50c and 1 00 at S Kingston's and urges cures for pains or irritation anywhere on the body.
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Ballard
E. W. Sullivan
Sullivan House
el René
O. T
S. Kingston’s
Thirty Years Ago This Week in Troy
From The Weekly Bulletin August 27 1874 reports new Brookside residences under construction by J H Woodard and Wm Freudenau near Wm Freudenau. street grading. four houses going up between Troy and depot. Brookside booming. A brutal incident left Gustave Schramm’s daughter in danger after being cut by her mother with a butcher knife. In sports Attics of Troy beat White Stockings of St Jacob 57–48. Mutuals of Edwardsville defeated Light Foots of Troy 30–4.
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John Seybold
Brookside
Wm. Freudenau’s
J. H. Woodard
Wm. Freudenau
Gustave Schramm
Troy
White Stockings
St. Jacob
The
Mutuals of
Edwardsville
Light Foots of
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