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Newspaper
Troy Weekly Call
Location
Troy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1907
Page
2
The sixtieth Congress opens in Washington as the Jamestown exposition closes amid 710000 in assets and 3465000 in liabilities. National bank reports circulated last week ease the financial strain, with state bank statements ordered published and general compliance noted, though money stringency still triggers occasional bank runs.
The prohibition crusade sweeping the country alarms brewers who urge saloon men to adhere to the law strictly. Saloons have become political power and law defiance, prompting wider calls for change. Saloon men blame themselves for the agitation, while Madison county faces a tough field for anti saloon efforts. Highland Journal notes the county's cosmopolitan population makes operations difficult.
The paper celebrates thirteen years of service to Troy and its home people. It credits growth, progress, and loyal patronage for its success and pledges continued dedication to local interests and Troy’s future.
In Mound City Mrs D Clapp reports a child near death from lung and throat trouble who was saved by Dr King’s New Discovery. The medicine is advertised as a guaranteed cure for coughs colds throat and lung issues with a 1.00 to 2.00 bottle price and free trial bottles offered by Kingston druggist.
Major John C. Tillson of the Fourth Infantry submits his detailed tour report from Camp Lincoln Springfield in 1907. He praises camp sanitation and discipline, notes recruits dominate drilling, and calls for government support including Army instructors armories and paid drill time. He commends Governor Deneen and Adjutant General Scott, highlighting the Illinois National Guard’s readiness and need for federal backing.
Abraham Brown of Wintertown New York recounts doctors misdiagnosing his illness as heart disease kidney trouble blood poison stomach and liver disease. After one bottle of Electric Bitters his health improved greatly and he credits the remedy. Guaranteed for blood poison weakness and all stomach and liver complaints. 50 cents. The St Louis Times subscription offer.
Perma nent relief for habitual constipation via liver stimulation and natural bowel action without irritation. Mild and pleasant, does not nauseate or gripe. S Kingston, druggist. Pneumonia can follow a cold but not when Foley's Honey and Tar is used. it stops cough, heals lungs, strengthens and helps prevent pneumonia. S Kingston, druggist.
In December 1877 a Troy weekly bulletin recalls Dr. John R. Whiteside moving to his farm, the death of Mrs. John Dugger aged 78, a Bethel church revival, a donation party for Rev. Robert Stewart, and the death of Dr. Gates of Menomonie Wisconsin. Neilson Lodge 25 I O O F elects officers including Wm Rawson and Joseph Granger.
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