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Newspaper
Troy Weekly Call
Location
Troy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1906
Page
7
Proceedings in Chancery and Probate Courts list real estate transfers, adoption petitions, and divorce actions with multiple estates. Filings include death proofs for several decedents, bond approvals, and refunds. numerous land transfers in Collinsville Edwardsville and Highland with varied sums. disputes with major firms noted among the cases.
Catherine G. Jackson deceased adjustment day first Monday in June. John Phillips deceased proof of notice of adjustment made and claims allowed. N. J. Williams deceased final report presented and set for hearing April 2. Patrick Brandy deceased final report presented and set for hearing. Renj Pillegreen deceased proof of
A batch of property transfers and ownership notes appears from Edwardsville Collinsville and nearby towns. Transactions list buyers such as W Wheeler C L Issaca W C Hadley and Mary Jane Tuuniak with parcel details including lots in Edwardsville Collinsville and Maryville cemeteries. sums range around 100 to 1000 dollars with minerals or coal reserved in some deeds. Names include J J Ochs Valentine Liebler and R Bauer plus multiple residents of Granite City Alton and Upper Alton with ages and places noted.
The London Chronicle critiques Irish slang and mockings of phrases like bedad begorrah and hush urging readers to replace plain English yes with phrases like It is or Ye are. The note highlights perception of Irish language as misrepresented by English humor, pointing to stereotype and avoidance of direct yes in Ireland.
A Pall Mall Gazette note describes methods to detect structural danger in public buildings like St Pauls Cathedral or the Abbey. When cracks appear brown paper is pasted to cover them, but movement may tear it revealing ongoing mischief. An electrical device measures vibration beyond naked observation.
The winter gowns receive detailed handwork including a short bolero on a reception dress. The bolero featured wide sleeves a turnover collar and a full border of embroidery. Made of broadcloth in a pale green shade it closely matches the gown.
Mrs Theodore Roosevelt accepts the office of honorary vice president of the state mothers assembly of New York in a letter to Mrs A H Merrill of Syracuse, stating she would be pleased to serve despite it not being her custom. She belongs to no women’s clubs except the Mothers' club.
A playful exchange from Stray Stories features Maud asking if she can live on George’s income and the reply about seeking another income for herself. The line captures humor about financial dependency and clever wit in a domestic vignette.
A Washington Star item notes a grocer’s counter sign read If you don’t see what you want, ask for it. A man who demanded payment of a six month bid was shown out the front door, leading him to believe grocers are inconsistent.
A brief exchange shows a speaker noting a brother’s height and another agreeing with a light, absent minded tone. The fragment appears in the Philadelphia Bulletin and contains casual interpersonal dialogue.
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