Extension of electric road to Troy gains support
The Highland Journal and Edwardsville Intelligencer back a trolley extension to Troy with hopes county leaders and local interests will boost the project. The Call predicts future links to St Jacob and Highland, tying Greenville to a broader interurban network as business centers rally behind progress.
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Troy
The
Highland Journal
St. Louis
Highland
Edwardsville Intelligencer
Edwardsville
St. Jacob
Greenville
East St. Louis & Suburban
Penny Problem in Chicago Stumps Officials
A Chicago man holding 500 mutilated pennies faces legal peril as the coins, deemed bad money, cannot be spent sold or kept without breaking the law. The U S district attorney says any action violates the law, while an assistant attorney general failed to solve the riddle. The owner, identified as Smith, is caught in a legal bind regardless of choice.
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Chicago
United States District Attorney
United States Attorney
Smith
Misplaced sympathy and growing crime sentiment
The piece laments rising American sympathy for criminals drawn into court by sensational cases. It argues such public indulgence shows arrogance toward the law and the courts, with citizens acting as judges and undermining order. The author warns this attitude breeds anarchy and undermines justice.
Patterson sympathy cited as public shifts on crime figure
The piece notes growing sympathy for Rudolph and Nan Patterson amid legal outcomes. It highlights editor Stokes condemning sensational public reaction and the theater revival plan drawing eager crowds despite the Patterson case.
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Fasaecs
The
Highland Journal
Stokes
Patterson
Nan Patterson
Ex-President Cleveland Criticized Club Women in Magazine
The former president faces backlash after a magazine article accusing club women of neglecting the home. Readers mock him with phrases like Saucy thing and Med dler as backlash grows. Public schools gain attention for hygiene, though many old buildings lag behind sanitary standards and parents must push for healthier facilities.
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Cleveland
Be a booster instead of a knocker Trojans urged
The Edwardsville Intelligencer urges readers to offer positive support rather than complaint. The quoted advice claims boosting encouragement aids digestion and provides peace of mind for Trojans facing a stimulant need.
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Edwardsville Intelligencer
Bryan backs Roosevelt on railroad rate policy in KC interview
William J. Bryan praised President Roosevelt's bold stance on railroad rates during a Kansas City interview and expressed pleasure at the Democratic backing for the president's railroad policy.
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William J. Bryan
Kansas City
President Roosevelt
Negro on the track follows woodpile incident
A local incident last week sparked debate as a black athlete's appearance on the track drew broad press attention. Public comment circulated about race and performance in a charged atmosphere.
Berlin scientist claims cure for laziness sparks debate
A Berlin scientist is said to have found a medicine to cure laziness while a provocative editor questions the fate of those too lazy to take it. The piece ponders patriotism on the Glorious Fourth and notes neighboring towns already preparing for celebrations. The call to action ends with a bold exhortation to "let the eagle scream."
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Berlin
Troy
Newspaper Voice Aids Advertisers Across Skews
A newspaper speaks to all ages and classes as the best known advertising medium. It invites sellers to share what they offer, noting the payoff of reaching broad audiences with clear messages. The piece emphasizes the value of print in market reach and persuasion.
Washington Letter on Panama Tariff Clash and Loomis Probe
A Washington letter reports President Taft backing the Panama Canal machinery purchase under a most favored nation policy, challenging tariff abuses by manufacturers. Cabinet division grows as Loomis Bowen case escalates, with Loomis facing scrutiny over a $10,000 asphalt trust payment and possible dismissal.
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Washington, D
Republican Party
Taft
Panama Canal Commission
United States
France
Panama Canal
Great Britain
India
Congress
Shaw
Wilson
Metcalf
Hay
Europe
Bowen-Loomis
Panama
Loomis
Bowen
Asphalt Trust
New York
Caracas
Higher Education and Maternity: Changing Family Size
The writer argues that modern women seek fewer children due to education and changing attitudes. Marriage occurs later and more thoughtfully, with parents planning for healthier, better cared for offspring. The piece weighs whether limiting family size is preferable to bearing more children.
Town Boom Hints From Home Trade Advocate
A home trade advocate urges that boosting a town from 1 000 to 2 000 residents expands the local market raises property values and benefits the whole community. Support local industries and keep dollars circulating locally to recirculate into residents pockets.
Thirty Years Ago This Week In Troy May 1875
From The Weekly Bulletin May 27 1875 details 92 degree shade heat tall wheat crop prospects Mrs Slade lectured on missionary work Rev R Thatcher family moved to Lebanon Thacher weak in health Brookside Co visitors DeWolff Fitch business interests bell stolen from public school Scafold fall injures H A Risser and George W Miller scaffolding accident caused by a lightning rod agent nearby
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Morrison
M. E
H. A. Risser
George. W. Miller
Rinser
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Thomas
East St. Louis
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Tate
Washington
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McCormick
West
Rae
Robt
G. Morriss
Kinloch
Troy, Ill
Charis
BUSSE
MAIN
Wm. Kueker
Prop
Peterman Building
West Market Street
G. A. Vobsker
E. D. Joseph
Louis Butcher, ‘Teamster
C. E. McKittrick
Ust
James W. Hubbell
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