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Newspaper
Troy Weekly Call
Location
Troy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1907
Page
2
Troy urged to back interurban project and public works
On Saturday June 22 1907 a Troy editor appeals to citizens to support an interurban electric line and major public improvements. He urges dropping complaints and uniting to seize the opportunity while addressing water needs and permanent street and walk upgrades for a stronger town. The piece urges collective effort and optimism for a new era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Troy
Green Bay
Safeguards for Miners in 1907 U S Surveys Fire Damp Tests
A report on mining hazards notes Pennsylvania coal deaths reached 500 in 1906 with 250 from explosions and West Virginia deaths at 88. Early 1907 fatalities rose by over 100. The U S Geological Survey under J A Holmes plans experiments on dynamite safety amid fire damp and coal gas and studies rescue methods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania
West Virginia
United States
J. A. Holmes
United States Geological Survey
Optimist Question Reflects Public Improvement View
An optimist is defined as a man who favors permanent public improvements. The prompt asks if you share that viewpoint, inviting a personal stance on long term civic projects.
Weather Man Cited In Whimsical Admonition
A lighthearted local item jokes about not blaming the weather man or any predictor for daily moods while noting routine forecasts. Residents read it as playful commentary on how weather talks spark casual chatter in the town.
Roosevelt pistol disclosures spark mixed views in Washington
Washington Letter from June 15 reports a sudden disclosure at a Masonic event that President Roosevelt carries multiple pistols. Some call it beneath dignity, others argue self defense. analysts say a strong defense may deter assassins and reassure the public during tours. The piece also outlines public lands talks, cathedral plans, Brownsville investigation, and Taft-La Follette politics shaping the era.
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Roosevelt
Secret Service
McKinley
Denver
Washington
Garfield
Interior Department
West
Tay Iffort
Pinchot
Atia Inimiate Wien
Giaie
Wilson
Agricultural Department
Ballinger
Ben Hanacht
Protestant Episcopal Diocese of
Brownsville
Senate
Foraker
South
Taft
Spooner
Senator la Follette
United States
Wisconsin
la Follette
Thirty Years Ago This Week In Troy
From The Weekly Bulletin June 2 1877 residents recall early summer activity. Henry Schwalm and Henry Sudhoff harvested first wheats on the 15th. The village board met to discuss drama shop licenses. John Deimling and family moved to 4 Market and Hickory streets. butcher shop moved next door. Odd Fellows building on Main street under repairs and a lower room fitted for business. Troy had three flouring mills the Troy City Mill Gustave Vetter Exchange Mill Wm Donoho and Heddergott Miff Muesel. Editor notes joy over hosting at editor residence and admits being the 84 pounder. Town residents meet to address tramp nuisance adopting resolutions to refuse food and warn of penalties for vagrants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Schwalm
Henry & Sudhoff
John Deimling
Market and
Hickory Streets
Odd Fellows
Main Street
Troy
Troy City
Tat Call
Jarvis
Electric Bitters praised by Cedar Grove resident
A letter from George Parris of Cedar Grove Maine extols Electric Bitters as a cure for liver and kidney troubles. The testimonial claims one bottle helped, three completed the cure, and notes the product is sold by S. Kingston the local druggist. Also mentions wedding invitations and souvenir envelopes offered by the Cart office and Tur CALL office providing samples and custom printing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Parris
Cedar Grove
S. Kingston
Troy
Tur
Permanent Improvements in Troy Push for Growth
A local column urges Troy to pursue permanent public improvements despite criticism. It argues paving streets, utilities, and growth attract business, housing, electric lines, and waterworks, criticizing NIMBY critics while stressing long term benefits and progress.
Bridge and road reforms urged by Illinois official
A N Johnson state highway engineer spoke at the Illinois Press Association meeting in Peoria on replacing risky plank bridges with concrete structures. He urged systematic township surveys, phased or complete replacement, and shared progress from Illinois and other regions. He noted experiments improving earth roads for year round use and said the highway commission will advise on methods without raising taxes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. N. Johnson
State Highway Commission
Illinois Press Association
Peoria
Johnson
Hlinots
The
Highway Commission
Bureau
DeWitts Kidney and Bladder Pills Featured in Claims
Demonstrated before increased expenditures are discussed. Better roads are possible without increased taxes. When you need a pill take DeWitts Little Early Risers. Small, safe, easy to take. Drives away headaches. Sold by S. Kingston. Bert Barber of Elton Wisconsin reports four doses of kidney and bladder pills delivering more than any other medicine. He continues using them for a supposed perfect cure. A week’s treatment costs 25 cents.
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DeWitt
S. Kingston
Bert Barber
Elton, Wis
Mr. Barber
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W. Jarvis
Stered
Illinois
Weye
Wpan
Tun Troy Weexty Cai
W Muesel
Cart
Peters Shire Co
St. Louis
Main
Maman
Rieb Old
H. F. Kueker. & Son
Ss. Kingston
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