09 Apr 1874
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Newspaper
Weekly Bulletin
Location
Troy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1874
Page
1
The upcoming county election on the thirteenth inst will likely favor Judge M. G. Dale. Dale served two terms with notable debt reduction and broad public satisfaction. Supporters cite his thirty five years on the bench and bar as essential for the County Court, now near the Circuit Court in importance, and note his proven industry and accuracy.
The piece argues for teaching both hands to write and draw, praising the left hand's potential beyond mere decorative use. It cites feats like using toes or teeth, imagines training the left hand to perform tasks, and suggests lessons to develop ambidexterity, including multitasking letter writing and conversational mental exercises.
A New York cremation society advocates incineration to replace burial, arguing it saves space and health costs. Critics worry about sentiment and tradition, noting distrust of removing memories and the potential loss of ancestral traces. The piece links to revolutionary France proposals and questions whether fire or tomb best respects the dead.
A heated committee discussion centers on how to handle insured losses and war risk payments. Some push for commission based collection to avoid delays, others support fixed sums and Treasury funding. The debate weighs insurance company claims against broader government compensation.
Judge S gave his son $1,000 to go to college and graduate. The son left home with no money and rough habits, but he then paid his own way, graduated first in his class, studied law, became New York governor, joined the president's cabinet, and left a lasting record. The story is about William H. Seward.
An English tourist in Denver befriends two locals and suggests a walk to the nearby Rockies. They stride west for two and a half hours, finding the mountains still seemingly distant due to the high altitude and clear air. The Briton proves a strong walker, steadily in advance.
The firm pledges to maintain its reputation by supplying goods from leading brands, ensuring a select stock across departments and adhering to a strict one price system. The emphasis is on quality, market standards, and equal treatment of all customers.
An advertisement for a local grocer inviting patronage and promising to keep only the best goods at low prices. It notes requesting country produce in exchange and offers high quotations, asking customers to call, inspect, and compare prices at the N E corner of Main and Market streets.
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