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Newspaper
Troy Weekly Call
Location
Troy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1905
Page
3
A Rochester Herald tale recalls Beverly Skiles, a suburban grocer, who paid two dollars for an inch of advertisement in a secret society picnic program. The card read Pays $2 for the use of this space, noting all ingredients bought elsewhere. He claimed two dollars' worth of satisfaction from the stunt.
The Southwest offers the best chance for landless men to pre empt or homestead under government rules. Rail line M K T Railway promotes vast lands, soil fertility, climate, and growing opportunities with stores, factories, and education. George Morton invites inquiries for learning more about the region via Missouri Kansas and Texas Railway, St. Louis.
Mrs. Murray screened two job applicants for a daily gardener. Her mother-in-law’s subtle cue guided the choice toward the patched knees over the seat patch, sparking a joke on a statistician’s stance about a woman’s spending power. Albany’s Times-Union notes the quip on a $65 yearly allowance.
The Highways and Byways preacher reflects on Abraham's hospitality to strangers in Genesis. He links three visitors to God's messengers and the promise of Isaac, weaving themes of position, attitude, and faith as vital to recognizing divine visitations. Sarah's laughter and disbelief are recounted, with God affirming the promise amid household trial and travel toward Hebron.
William McCray a Philadelphia park guard won five dollars by eating 36 hard boiled eggs at the Sedgley guard house His hearty eating record dates to 1895 and persists despite a recent doubt He is 63 and known for other feats including a seven mile run in 68 minutes and a 12 mile run in two hours He has served 35 years with Company G First Regiment never missing a drill or inspection
In a Consistoire Israelite address on returning from America, M. Leroy-Beaulieu cited the large Jewish vote for Roosevelt in New York as evidence of political influence. He described Zionism in America as numerous but largely platonic, with most Jewish immigrants seeking citizenship while remaining Jewish.
A parish choir at Walker on Tyne conducts a unique practice where its male members pay to sing. The payments cover teaching the ringing, and in some cases exceed the church rents.
A humorous dialogue contrasts male and female listening styles. A man prides himself on listening while a woman flatteringly engages his vanity, sparking a witty exchange about communication dynamics in relationships.
A brief Chicago Journal snippet recalls a reader quipping about a poem read yesterday. The exchange features a comment on enduring the verse and someone fixing a glass and drifting to sleep while the speaker eyes the reader.
Mr. 8. B. Hege, passenger agent in Washington, D. C., lauds Cuticura Soap Ointment and Pills for curing years of troublesome eczema. He describes initial painful itching and burning, notes rapid relief after one day, and claims near total cure with ongoing willingness to help others. Signed B Hege Washington D C June 9 04.
A collage of quotes and snippets from Stray Stories, art, and newspapers dated February 17, 1900, including playful lines about engagements, economy, imitation diamonds, maxims after fame, summer vacations, rubber collars, and critiques of art and modern life from Chicago and New York papers.
Mrs Van Scoy recounts severe grip after-effects including weak blood nerves and breathing trouble. She credits Dr Williams Pink Pills as the quick, thorough remedy after three weeks bedridden. Four boxes restored her health. the pills are praised for grip related ailments.
An 19th century testimonial ad praises Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a cure for menstrual and reproductive ailments. The writer claims tumor reduction and overall health gain, urging sick women to write for advice and warning against other medicines. Lynn Mass. is cited as the source of endorsement.
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