Troy Seeks Interurban Route From Stallings To Greenville
Troy awaits a proposed interurban electric line from Stallings to Greenville, led by the McKinley Syndicate. Local optimism centers on McKinley backing guaranteeing completion, bringing more people, business, and farming prosperity to Troy and nearby mining districts. Residents pledge support and plan to work for the project.
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Troy
Stallings
Greenville
Great
Iinois Traction System
McKinley Syndicate
McKinley
Eizens of
Farmers Prosperity Rises as Purchasing Power Grows
Between 1899 and 1909 the money value of a farmer's crop per acre rose 72.7 percent while the cost of goods bought by farmers rose 12.1 percent. The gap shows a 64 percent increase in buying power, meaning one acre of crop bought 54 percent more in 1909 than in 1899, marking 1909 as the most prosperous year in half a century of records.
James Hamilton to launch Patriot newspaper at Pocahontas
James Hamilton former editor of the Coffeen Democrat will soon start a new publication named the Patriot at Pocahontas. He is described as a versatile writer and master printer and is expected to find success in his new field.
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James Hamilton
Coffeen Democrat
Pocahontas
The
Patriot
Hamilton
Weather Repeats Odd Seasons Till Sudden Shift
Observer notes odd seasonal pattern with an unexpected flip in last summer and this winter, sparking questions about whether to head south or remain north. Weather quirks keep residents guessing about upcoming climate behavior and timing.
Weather Woes Hamper St Louis Troy and Eastern Run
Seven more days pass with no encouragement or hope from the St Louis, Troy and Eastern line. The note hints gasoline motors falter in cold weather, underscoring travel delays and mechanical concerns for travelers.
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St. Louis, Troy & Eastern
Peach crop of 1916 declared dead beyond resurrection
Announcements and notices note the annual declaration that the peach crop of 1916 has been killed and is beyond revival. The terse statement signals an end to hopes for a harvest and reflects the agricultural distress of the period.
Traveling men carry bunk that keeps a man safe
A compact two inch thick bunk is described as capable of supporting an average man, implying travelers carry personal sleeping gear for comfort and security wherever they go.
Bond Issues For Roads In Illinois Counties
Illinois Highway Commission offers to assist counties planning State Aid road bonds under Section 15d. Provides maps, cost estimates, traffic counts guidance, and access to bond attorneys opinions. Counties cover traffic census costs. State funds cover system-wide planning support.
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Illinois Highway Commission
Dunne
Ilinois Highway Department
Ilinois Highway Commission
West Pocket Essays On Bridges By GEORGE FITCH
George Fitch argues America lacks romantic historic bridges and celebrates New Yorks Brooklyn Bridge as a landmark. He notes newer, heavier suspension bridges nearby outsize the old one, and imagines future spans across the Hudson, the Firth of Forth, and Quebec.
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George Fitch
Brooklyn Bridge
New York City
New York
New Haven Railroad
Hell Gate
Hudson River
Firth of Forth
Scotland
Quebec
Dr King’s New Discovery for Cough and Cold
Classic children’s cough remedy touts Pine Tar and balsams to soothe irritation. Claims mild laxative action to expel poisons and antiseptic effect to kill cold germs, urging prompt treatment for all ages and noting availability from druggists and a St Louis delivery agent.
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All Druggista
Adv
Dr Bell Pine Tar Honey Ad Claims Cold Relief
Dr Bell’s Pine Tar Honey marketed for cold cough feverish throat nose and head. Honey soothes irritation pine tar loosens phlegm and reduces congestion while acting as an antiseptic. Breathing eases and inflammation is arrested. Insist on Dr Bell’s Pine Tar Honey. Price 25c.
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Dr. Bell
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Evergy Pridayy Gh
Bysthe Square
Bo Wi Jar'vis
Madison County Press Club and
Southern Ill. Editorial Association
Iainois
Telephone
Kinloch
America
East River
John Roebling
Stara
Skunk
Mink
Oppossum
Been Ae, Yuede. & Probst Commission Company
North Third, St
ST. Louis, MO
St. Louis
Daniel Peterman
Will S. Schmitt
Hack and Drag Line
Vandalia Station
Opera House
J. Helmich
Weems Laundry
Missouri
Belle
Hi Hs
City Meat Market
E. R. Deimling
Prop
Herman Roeben
Center St. & Coll. Road
H. Brownstein
Citizens’ Shaving Parlor
Julius Peter
Union Shop
Atand
J. R. Ward
Florist
George T. Eckert
Superior
Graham
W.P. Early
Perry H. Hiles
Jease L. Simpson Early
Hiles & Simpson
Attorneys At Law
Eckert
Bell—Main
Edwardsville
Main Street
J.J Brown
M.D. C
B. Molden
M. D
Brown & Molden
Physicians and Surgeons
Baptist Church
Brown
Molden
F. K. Liebmann
God
Beess
Coe
Helvetia Bottled Beer
Gindler Collinsville
Hll
Faur
Dan G. Liebler
General Merchandise
Sai
First National Bank
Edwardsville, IN
Federal Reserve Bank
U. S. Inspection
Keary Traves
George W. Meyer
J. R. Keshner
George Kaibfielach
V. Crossman
Bualneas
Troy Exchange Bank
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