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Newspaper
Troy Weekly Call
Location
Troy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1909
Page
2
The Troy Weekly announces subscription rates and publication policies. It notes second class mail, requests reporters report missed issues, and lists rates of one year six months and three months with single copies and telephone contact. It urges legal notices to be published via attorneys and states publication rules for entertainments and paid notices.
Studies by M W Lawrence show 77 12 percent of farmers in Ohio and Michigan do not read national magazines. He predicts higher in other states. In many communities the local paper is the sole reading matter, influencing public opinion and buying decisions. Local merchants overlook the power of advertising in their own paper versus mail order catalogs.
Collinsville citizens back the Edwardsville initiative to form a civic league. The county seat already shows results and plans for future work. Troy lacks such organization but has many with home pride and could benefit from unity and cooperative effort. Who will lead the effort?
Mayor Busse urges Troy to grade and complete street work, extend permanent walks on needed stretches, and sustain the city’s improvement campaign. He warns the present administration must prove it is not anti improvement in action and purpose.
A reflective line notes that success comes not from wishing but from being prepared to seize opportunities when they arise, emphasizing proactive effort over passive desire.
The latest pro prospect for Troy centers on a resilient project brand that promises durability and reliability, avoiding rip, ravel, or wear. Stakeholders seek a lasting solution with strong infrastructure and clear performance assurances.
The daily papers report a shortage in small coin with no mention of larger denominations. Many local people currently report shortages in both small and large denominations.
Despite a successful religious revival in Troy, observers note the devil is not defeated but merely playing possum, signaling continued caution and watchfulness following the event.
Washington May 1 notes reveal Republican tariff push aided by special interests. Taft aims to broaden natural resource conservation with new legislation while Democrats struggle to block Aldrich plan and free lumber stance. Naval and geopolitical shifts also discussed as European squadron possibilities emerge.
A National Salt company receiver testified in court that a trademark was a valuable asset because it commanded the highest price and strong market. When asked how the salt differed, he admitted there was no difference, all from the same kettle. The high price was attributed to extensive advertising, suggesting advertising creates asset value even when product quality is not clearly disclosed.
An editor defends home papers against critics and notes readers unite. Also promoting No-Drip Health Coffee by Dr Shoop with a coupon offer from M F Auwarter Racine Wis. The ad claims Health Coffee mimics real coffee using pure grains malt and nuts and promises quick brewing.
Wm Parr of England is cited as the oldest man living and reports a lengthy life span with marriage lasting into old age. James Wright of Spurlock Kentucky claims youthfulness after using Electric Bitters, stating recovery from kidney trouble and a sense of being a 16-year-old. Rings Little Liver Pills advertised to aid constipation and biliousness, seller S Kingston. Delivery notice by Daniel Peterman.
The Illinois Farmers' Institute brings practical scientific information to counties, inviting all citizens to attend and participate without dues. It links urban and rural interests, pairs directors from across districts, and promotes collaboration between farmers, businessmen, and city residents to strengthen agriculture and related industries.
Woods Liver Medicine is advertised as a liver regulator that brings relief to liver disorders and accompanying symptoms. It is promoted for jaundice chills fever and malaria with a size comparison stating the one dollar bottle contains more product than the fifty cent size.
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