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Newspaper
Troy Weekly Call
Location
Troy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1916
Page
6
Friday February 11 1916 Editorial brief on advertising and news distinction in The Call. Explains that news items are free while paid publicity is charged at regular rates. Discusses fairness in handling reading notices and demand for distinction between news and ads. Mentions rabbit protection law in Illinois, Emperor William health rumor, U.S. trade balance, and banking critique.
A pastoral sermon urges carrying sunshine into dark times. It argues sorrow forms character, contrasts strong and weak responses, and stresses thoughts of happiness, peace, and love to uplift oneself and others amid trials. It calls readers to turn toward light and promote global betterment through right thinking and kindness.
George Fitch describes Santa Fe as one of America’s oldest cities with a 310 year history. The piece notes its founding in 1605, multiple governments, capture by Indians, and status as a regional capital. It highlights Santa Fe’s high altitude, adobe architecture, and historical sites, urging readers to visit to learn Southwest history.
The Street Corner Sage rants about modern dancing as a craze while recalling earlier dances led by a caller and fiddler. A grocer notes a fine dance orchestra, and local papers lampoon fashions and public figures. An ad promotes Dr Kings New Discovery for coughs and colds.
Historic notice reports United States Marine Private Adam N Eve deserted January 18 1811 from Captain Anthony Gale in Philadelphia Pai. Efforts to locate him are described as fruitless with agents deeming parts of his interrupted career forever cloaked in mystery. The item also appends household humor and trivia items from Day Book and a light verse on neutrality and light speed.
Advert shows Sloan's Liniment promising quick relief from sciatica pain and muscular or nerve pains. It notes easy application without rubbing and lists rheumatism lumbago sore throat chest pain sprains bruises and neuralgia as conditions helped. Available at druggists for 26 cents.
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