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Newspaper

Troy Weekly Call

Location

Troy, Illinois, United States of America

Date

May 15, 1909

Page

2

Cray Weekly notices and subscription policy for Troy Illinois

The Cray Weekly announces publication on Market Street by Theosquare and B Onarvis and urges subscribers to report missed papers. Notices of entertainments and paid ads follow regular rates, sample copies are free, and legal notices should be published via attorneys. terms include one year six months and three months.

Troy Weren.y Cai Troy Post Office Department United States McCall's Magazine Oueen of Fashion Anands McCall CO New York

Weather signals growth as April showers fade

Editor notes April rain boosts vegetation while May production remains uncertain. The Lecon Journal asserts showers improve crops though costs rise, with speculation on price at ten dollars a barrel.

Lecon

Willian Jennings Bryan to speak at Melkwendree college graduation

Willian Jennings Bryan will deliver the oration for the graduating class at Melkwendree college and TLehunon to be honored during the visit honoring Janeth. The event marks the traditional ceremony at the staid old institution with Bryan as keynote speaker.

Melkwendree College Tlehunon Janeth Willian Jennings Bryan

Call for Civic League in Troy Lacks Clear Leader

A week after The Call proposed organizing a Civic League for Troy, no leader has emerged yet. The article stresses Troy must align to achieve results.

Civic League Troy

Mother Day Observance Noted With Carnations

Last Sunday was observed as Mother Day by wearing white carnations. The message notes that every day is Mothers Day for many families with young children, as mothers are seen as central figures in daily life.

Efinehaim Republicans to Dedicate New Home Next Wednesday

The Efinehaim Republican will dedicate its new home next Wednesday evening inviting friends. Prominent speakers will attend the event and the Effinehan bared coed aomate quartec will furnish money.

Efinehaim Republican

Charles Weis Founder of Aish land Journal Dies

Charles Weis, founder and editor of the Aish land Journal for two years, died last week at his White Hall home after a stroke or paralysis. He started the White Hall Tribune in 1883, later disposed of the White Hall Journal in 195, and thereafter worked on White Hall papers.

Charles Weis Aishland Journal Aad White Draft White Hall Tribune Hwiehland Journal White Hall

Eleven Divorces Granted in Edwardsville Court

Eleven divorces were granted in one day in the circuit court at Edwardsville this week. The use of divorce is rising in Madison county and nationwide. The article notes U S rates exceed Switzerland France and Germany and that one marriage in ten is now announced, with higher rates in some states.

Eciicuit Edwardsville Madison County United States Switzerland France Germany

Greenfield Builds Inexpensive Transit Walks

The past two or three years show Greenfield adopting transitlike walks built on solid ground foundations rather than gravel or cinders. Proponents argue this avoids moisture-related problems and extra expense, noting costs from eight cents per square foot down to four cents. The success warrants investigation by other towns.

Ewy Conneil Oof Greenficht Plu Greenfield

Washington Letter on tariff fights and political games

Washington Letter reports ongoing tariff battles in Congress with Republicans split by insurgents led by Senator Addrich and the influence of Senator Lafollette. It explains pairing votes, notes Speaker Cannon’s handling of Murphy’s impeachment charges, and comments on the role of the home paper, ending with an advertisement for Dr Shoop Health Coffee.

Washington, D. C Latiff Washington Addrich Finance Committee Dolliver Sermor Chommins Representatives Murphy Missouri Cannon Murphy Jidges McPherson and Phillips Western Circuit Court of Judiciary Committee Committee On Rules Frank Hagerman Mr. Cannon Slaterman Representative Rucker Rucker Phillips Congress House United States

Learning By Experience In Advertising in Agricultural Papers

An investor spent 78 in winter and spring on ads in two agricultural papers, placing 2400 in a farm boy's pocket and promoting seed corn. The piece notes the seller's cautious approach aided a beginner, earning profits and teaching value of printers Ink. It urges merchants to advertise locally to reach town buyers.

Longest living man marries again at 120 and lives 20 more

Parry England’s oldest man, aged 120, marries for the third time and reportedly works in the fields until 132, living two decades longer. James Wright of Spurlock Wy touts youthfulness and endorses a tonic, recounting kidney trouble cured after six bottles. Claim: the medicine restores vigor for weak or sickly people. Store at S. Kingston.

Win Parry England James Wright Spurlock, Wy S. Kingston's

Where It Started. Adam and Eve in a Garden Questioning Peach Crops

A playful recounting recalls Adam in the garden testing if the peach crop is truly dead while Eve asks what he is doing. The exchange is framed as the origin of a story or idea, hinting at curiosity and the start of a tale.

Gazette News Adam Eve

Newspaper Guy and The Trials of a Fiery Hero

A fragmented 19th century style column paints the newspaper man as a nuisance to police and crowds. It then shifts to moralizing verse on marriage and a humorous tale of a bashful suitor proposing via phonograph, ending with a blunt note from a rejecting lover.

Sherlock Holmes Sherlock

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