Improvement clubs for towns and betterment of Troy
The article discusses A B Lewis's plan for town improvement starting with good streets and sidewalks, cement walks, shade trees, well kept public buildings, and an efficient fire department. It urges inclusive citizen committees, gender representation, and public meetings to launch a civic boom in Troy, tied to a Centennial Celebration and Old Home Week plan.
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Tue Catt
A. B. Lewis
Lewis
United States
Michigan
Courts of
Indiana
Publc
Troys
Faith in a Weak Ally Echoes Through Campaigns
A fragmented political note warns readers not to trust a leader who falters under pressure. The terse excerpt names no places or organizations but hints at voter caution and shifting loyalties as campaigns unfold.
Faith in San Diego Spurs Bond Sale Boom
San Diego voters approved 400000 in improvements and the city treasurer said bonds will be taken up locally, with citizens subscribing faster than funds can be used, reflecting a strong town economy amidst political chatter and national headlines.
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San Diego
Cal
Centennial Celebration and Old Home Week in Troy
A yearly Troy event highlights the cen tennial celebration and old home week this year, recalling the town’s history and inviting residents to participate in community activities and gatherings.
Enhanced business drive boosts Troy’s growth and unity
Increased commerce spurs broader cooperation, signaling a stronger and more prosperous Troy as communities unite to push forward economic development and shared goals.
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Troy
All Dogs Look Alike to the Dog Catcher and Tax Gatherer
A concise saying notes how authorities view dogs as indistinguishable to those who enforce rules and collect revenue, reflecting social attitudes toward pets and governance.
Ballard Snow Liniment Claim Cures Chronic Sore
Westmoreland Kansas May 5 1902 Ballard Snow Liniment Co Your Snow Liniment cured an old sore on the side of my chin that was supposed to be a cancer The sore was stubborn and would not yield to treatment until I tried Snow Liniment which did the work in short order My sister Mrs Sophia J Carnon Allenaville Miffin Co Pa has a sore and mistrusts that it is a cancer Please send her a 50c bottle For sale at S Kingston s
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Westmoreland
Kans
Ballard Snow Liniment Co
Sophia J. Carnon
Allenaville
Miffin Co
S. Kingston’s
Dr Kings New Life Pills Offer Cure Claim
An old advertisement touts Dr King’s New Life Pills as a quick remedy for headaches and nervous complaints. It sells for 25 cents with a money back guarantee if not cured and lists S Kingston as the local druggist.
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Dr. King
Kingston
Thirty Years Ago This Week in Troy 1874
From The Weekly Bulletin June 4 1874 grain sales set records local market expanded with two mills and a grain elevator James Walker sold St Louis papers at 25 cents weekly Vandalia Line ran a 36 hour through train St Louis to New York an improvement from sixty hours The Royal Purple Association held a church basement entertainment A Fourth of July celebration was proposed by the Grangers German Lutheran parochial school picnic at the depot grove drew a large attendance
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James Walker
St. Louis
Munn
Vandalia
New York
Royal Purple Association
Presbyterian Church
Grangers
German Lutheran
Washington Letter: Merchant Marine Commission Meets in New York
Washington correspondent reports on the Merchant Marine Commission resuming sessions in New York with Senators Gallinger Lodge Martin Mallory and Penrose plus Representatives Grosvenor Minor Humphrey Spight McDermott. discussions center on reviving American shipping, tariff policy and potential subsidies. It recalls past interviews with importers H B Claflin Judge Hilton Rufus Bush and Peter Cooper, who argue against costly American shipbuilding and favor reliance on foreign carriers. Admiral Bowles and others caution against free trade without full labor and material access. The piece ends with Secretary A Herbert stating the commission is on the right track but warns against unprofitable shipbuilding.
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Washington
D. C
Merchant Marine Commission
Congress
New York
Bowles
Mr. Lodge
Senator Lodge
New York City
H. B. Claflin
Judge Hilton
Rufus T. Bush
Peter Cooper
Cooper
America
Bush
Great Dry Gooda House
Quebec
Grand Central
Baggage Express
Hilton
A. T. Stewart
Mr. Bush
Calcutta
India
Poughkeepsie
Hudson
Hillary. A. Herbert
Cleveland
Americana
Herbert
J. J. Hill
Sam
Week of Copious Showers in Illinois Farmland
The May 30 report from the State Department of Agriculture and Weather Bureau notes widespread showers and above average temperatures boosting plant growth. Conditions vary by district with planting retarded in the south due to wet soils while corn, oats, and wheat show progress. Replanting due to bad seed and cutworms is common across regions. Strawberries bloom northernly and ripen southward. apples show potential but fruit drop risks a reduced yield.
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Springfield
Damall
Health claims for Herbine and local ads from Temple Texas
An 1902 advertisement promotes Herbine as a cure for tired fatigue, headaches, rheumatism and nervousness with a testimonial from J. J. Hubbard of Temple Texas. The notice urges purchase at S. King aton's and markets piano organ purchases with direct factory savings offer by J. H. Srien Hans.
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J.H. Srien- Hans
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Troy Bethy Gall
B.W. Jarvis
Illinois
Ilinois
Kinloch
World’s Fair Management
Philippines
Russia
France
State Department of Agriculture and Weather Bureau
J. J. Hubbard
Temple
Texas
S. Kingaton’s
Rocky Mountain
Feshier and
Araptek
A. Heddergott
First National Bank
Edwardsville
Nites States Depository
W. Jarvis
D. G. Jarvis
Troy Exchange Bank
Domentio Exchange
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