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Newspaper
Troy Weekly Call
Location
Troy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1905
Page
2
A spirited note urges no wavering by Trojans to improve Troy in morals, intellect, and business. Peace envoys report a basis for ending the Russian Japanese war and will seek J Pierpont Morgan’s ratification. Philadelphia cuts light prices as municipal issues rise with broader illumination.
Rapid progress in drafting the peace treaty as Baron Komura, at Count Lamsdorff’s request, may fix a signing day. Mr Witte reports near completion of ten articles. Roosevelt’s influence trimmed Japanese demands from thirteen to nine, with indemnity and other points dropped. Witte hopes to sail by September 12 and sign by Tuesday or Wednesday next week if no obstacles arise.
The project once considered a stern reality now is lamented as a missed chance by some who helped cause its abrupt end. The commentary notes that time rewards or punishes accordingly, with the proverbial worm turning on fate.
Attendance at the Lewis and Clark Fair is reported as steadily increasing. Estimates by knowledgeable observers place total admissions near the 2,500,000 mark. Eastbound attendance is constrained by railroad capacity to move crowds.
The Tri City Advocate in Madison takes on the Madison Republic in a hostile early issue. It frames the fight as a bold stand for the city administration and signals a brash, combative stance aimed at asserting local political lines.
The Journal notes unprecedented building activity in Highland this summer. It ties growth to general prosperity, urging the spirit of progress and home pride to spread universally, for a progressive, happy, and hopeful people.
A college professor argues that the old saying Early to bed and early to rise is outdated. He contends the night hours suit study and creative thought best, thanks to kerosene lamps, electric bulbs, and bright modern nights. The newspaper fraternity is said to share the view that inspiration comes after dark.
Portsmouth reports that Baron Komura and Mr Takahira agreed to immediate armistice. Rosen informed Witte, signaling a meeting to proclaim a complete suspension of hostilities and begin arranging terms with field generals.
Berlin reports 34 cholera cases along the Weichsel and Warthe rivers with Hamburg showing cases, signaling possible prolonged fight as in 1892–93. Prussian cabinet directs prevention with medical officials and bacteriologists sent to infected districts while cautions are issued locally. Two deaths from cholera observed at Lemburg Austria linked to a river boatman’s Vistula district work. A medical ad touts Kennedy’s Laxative Honey and Tar as a remedy sold by S. Kingston.
An advertisement touts Kodol Dyspepsia Cure for indigestion and weak digestion, claiming it strengthens digestive organs and improves breath. It also promotes Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea for general health and vigor at 35 cents, sold by S Kingston on King Street.
St Louis dispatch notes a year ago Chief of police Mathew Kiely quipped about an immortal bard prompting court rumors. Governors Folk, Joseph W. Folk, now in office, allegedly holds leverage to expose Kiely. Three injured in Taylor Avenue car collision, Miss E Roehl severely hurt and hospitalized at St Johns.
From The Weekly Bulletin dated September 2 1875 notes the Gilead school opening the warmest dryest season, infant Otto Wittmann dies, a camp meeting near O Fallon, Elijah Stevens injured from a fall, estate of John Padon sold, Jarvis track match with Prince Tom and Kittie placings, Hendersons Main Street building and new depot hotel completed, Rawson Lang remodel homes, public school painted, Hattie Munn and Harry Ward marry at Presbyterian church with Rev Robt Stewart officiating and a post wedding England departure.
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