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Newspaper
Troy Weekly Call
Location
Troy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1905
Page
3
At the Quantrell raid survivors reunion in Independence, Missouri, Lawrence citizens urge reviving indictments for 1863 murder. Gov Folk may be asked to send the raiders to trial. A quoted speaker lamented not wiping out the town. Judge Riggs backs vigorous prosecution.
Jerseyville Illinois August 5 sheriff hunts two burglars who tried to enter the Hotel Chautauqua at Piasa Chautauqua and fought a revolver battle with the night clerk William de Mombrum and the steward, a dozen shots fired at close range with no injuries. The suspects vanished into a dark hollow between the bluffs.
Sel Caro, a traveling salesman for a Chicago jewelry firm, is charged with stealing diamonds and jewelry valued at $12,000. He had long been trusted and traveled a wide territory. The shortage was found earlier and he denied the accusation when confronted after returning to Chicago. A warrant was secured by firm head Martin Madson.
Erranton August 31 report details a tornado hitting the northern part of Carbondale at 8 50 p m demolishing a score of houses barns and railroad cars with no fatalities. The funnel shaped cloud moved east from the west along a 200 foot path with luminous center and no lightning thunder or rain. Adjoining buildings were blown in opposite directions.
Berlin reports President Roosevelt sent a cablegram to Emperor William II in reply to greetings on peace negotiations. He expresses heartfelt thanks for the congratulations and profound appreciation for William II's cooperation at every stage to bring about peace in the orient, calling it a great pleasure to work together.
Carlsbad dated Aug 31 reports high probability that President Roosevelt will win next year’s Nobel Peace Prize. A Norway cable to President Roosevelt expresses congratulations on his work for world peace and humanity.
Describes the White River region in southern Missouri and northern Arkansas as a healthful, scenic destination with rich mineral and agricultural promise. Highlights include trout streams, mussel pearls, and the potential for prospering settlements between Carthage, Monett, and Newport while noting the allure for health seekers and investors.
A warm day in class as a youthful teacher explains a prism to six year olds in Tederloin. After strenuous illustration the class asserts understanding and Johnny O Neil confidently uses prism in a sentence about his brother Chimmie being in prism for six months.
A dialogue recalls boys stealing melons from Farmer Perkins and the Doctor and Judge debate memory. The Doctor boasts of perfect recall while the Judge counters and suggests the memory is under control.
A Boston Globe vignette follows Katrina and her mother as they improvise a picnic at home. Katrina adapts to missing a real outing by dressing as Mrs Giberty, sharing a two course meal under an apple tree, and celebrating with chestnut "fireworks" while expressing love for her mother over a missing companion.
A simple marine telescope built from thin board glass and sealing wax lets an observer look underwater from a boat. The device uses a water tight glass end and an open air end, allowing the viewer to see below the surface while remaining seated.
A trimmed quotation on common pitfalls hindering success. It lists many behaviors to avoid such as indecision dawdling risky bets in bad locations and chasing quick wealth. The passage attributes the ideas to Orison Swett Marden in Success Magazine.
In a brief dialogue Jack questions the need for a dictionary while Tom insists on correct spelling and corroboration. The exchange centers on the surname Cassells as the target of verification.
A mix of short tales and wry quips. An immigrant barber draws crowds with a sign promising “A good shave while you wait,” while a joke at a dinner reveals Hume’s reply to Lord John Russell on the purpose of legislation: the greatest good to the greatest number, and inquiring, “What do you consider the greatest number?” answered, “Number one, my lord.”
The excerpt counsels avoiding trouble unless marriage is involved, urging certainty then a second check. It warns against judging sincerity by handshake vigor and to manage enemies so friends follow. It notes many good excuses are already made and even self-reliant people need others to progress.
A California wife describes severe nervous headaches and neck tension from ordinary coffee. After switching to Postum Coffee both she and her husband improved rapidly, headaches and nerve pain vanished, they could lift their heads straight again, and they freely give Postum to their children. Postum Co. of Battle Creek, Michigan, asserts the drink contains no drugs and offers a reason for relief.
A Cleveland Leader quip labels a person as “only plated” rather than a solid citizen, suggesting superficial virtue without substance. The remark uses sharp metaphor to critique social reputation and integrity.
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