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Newspaper
Troy Weekly Call
Location
Troy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1914
Page
2
Madison County Press Club hosts Kinloch on Friday March 27, 1914. Southern I Editorial Association attends the event, with members from the Kinloch circle expected to discuss journalism topics and local affairs.
An analysis of last Saturday's blaze shows combined chemical and water engines failed to control the fire despite hundreds of workers on site. The piece argues lack of organization and forethought, warning that future fires could worsen without action.
The Marine Telegram reports Pin Oak highway commissioners propose drafting roads by paying 45 cents per hour for a man and four horses. The plan, open to all, aims to improve dirt roads and make Pin Oak township boast some of the county’s best roads.
The school law change requiring petition circulation and placing all candidates on one ticket is an improvement over the old system. It aims to eliminate undesirable material, enable intelligent voting, and provide a fairer, cleaner deal for all concerned, replacing wholesale unmarked ballots.
A quoted maxim advises not fearing to promote one’s achievements. It holds that self-endorsement is essential because others may not recognize merit without timely praise.
A Bloomfield woman in Kentucky recently gave birth to five babies, a remarkable multi birth amid the state’s celebrated blue grass and horse country. The event highlights local interest as officials record the unusual birth in a region famed for its traditions and notable exports.
A compact reflection asserts that the Golden Rule remains the supreme guideline for running a business and making ethical decisions, suggesting any superior rule has not yet been found. It emphasizes treating others as one would wish to be treated as a universal standard.
It notes that fires occur in Troy around midday and hints that luck can change, labeling it as a common occurrence yet acknowledging a shift in fortune.
The town announces its annual spring clean-up as residents prepare for a community effort. Volunteers are urged to gather tools and teamwork to spruce streets, parks, and public spaces. Communities convene at designated sites for cleanup tasks and coordination.
The editor notes that an exchange defines a friend as someone who knows you and the same people you know. The remark emphasizes mutual familiarity and common connections as the basis of friendship.
A fragment notes Isaac Smith deciding to settle permanently in a Basque or London area, reflecting a shift in residence. The readable text hints at relocation plans but lacks full details.
A motivational note argues that belief in one’s business drives loyalty and quality. If commitment falters, consider whether the work fits. Explore opportunities, but avoid needless changes. love what you do to earn self respect and positive regard for family and community.
Presiding Judge Paul J. McCormick lists thirteen life mistakes to avoid and reflects on editors. The Nor mal Bulletin mocks newspaper work as a mix of poetry, tariff talk, wedding reports, and office chores. A Georgia cracker tale and classroom quips follow with brief humor and rural anecdotes.
Washington column notes the reversal of Congress renaming Sixteenth Street back to Sixteenth Street after a mock Avenue of the Presidents moment. The piece spoofs snobbery, admires public sentiment, and ends with calls to end army class discrimination as reforms to unify penalties for officers and enlisted men.
The Current Comment cites Madison County officials and the Special Court House committee as having protected county interests in the court house contract. It predicts a modern, up to date facility if the committee remains in charge. The Highland Journal urges April 7 vote on hard road issue, arguing for progress and warning against costly delays.
Mrs. Charlie E. Smith of West Franklin Me praises Dr. King's New Life Pills as "Our family laxative." Suitable for adults and the aged. Get them today priced at 250. Recommended by H.R. Huftendick. (adv.)
There is more Catarrh in this region than all diseases combined and it was once deemed incurable. Hall's Catarrh Cure by F.J. Cheney & Co. Toledo is marketed as the only constitutional remedy, taken in drops to a teaspoonful, said to affect the blood and mucous surfaces. An offer of $100 is promised for any case not cured, with circulars available. Sold by druggists, also Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
The piece defines a joy ride as drunken driving leading to reckless stunts and possible deaths. It notes the driver intoxication, friends in the car, and dangers to bystanders, comparing risk to Napoleonic bravado and warning that joy riding is highly deadly. It highlights three parts: a fool at the wheel, passengers, and a coroner’s jury.
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