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Newspaper
Weekly Call
Location
Troy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1901
Page
2
The city asserts full control over street trees as it proceeds with lighting system improvements. Trees on public streets may be trimmed or removed to serve the project, despite objections. Shade trees are valued, but progress requires prioritizing improvements over inessential greenery and replacing unsightly stumps with properly placed new trees.
Edward Bok argues in The Ladies' Home Journal that a capable, industrious young man can create his own success. He warns against relying on luck and calls for self effort, noting opportunities grow with trade while criticizing those who blame conditions.
An expert claims New York surpasses all cities in diamond wealth with promiment families owning about 1700000 in gems. Vanderbilt leads at around 4 million, Mrs. Belmont at 500000, Mackay at 1000000, with Astor gems noted for their immense value and historical significance.
The article notes a vast display of valuables in the opera house on a De Reszke night. It estimates parterre boxes contain precious stones valued at least 25 million dollars, reflecting royal house style and extravagance.
William E. Curtis reports a Newark law firm formed by two men born in adjacent houses, sharing birth month and year, schooling paths, and a long partnership. They married sisters, live next door, and have similar views on most issues though they differ in religion and party.
The legislature passed a building and loan stock law that exempts stock borrowed against its full value from taxation. Previously buyers faced taxes on the property, interest on borrowed money, and taxes on pledged stock, creating a hardship for frugal workers seeking to own a home.
Government plans a new three cent piece the size of a nickel and made of the same metal. A central hole will resemble a Chinese yen to deter counterfeiting and help win its nickname the doughnut coin.
The premium list from the Highland Madison County Fair is off the presses of the Journal. The 76 page booklet includes a cover and numerous advertisements. The fair runs September 5 6 7 and 8 and organizers expect it to be the largest in the Fair Association’s history.
Local appeal invites all Troy business interests to participate in the industrial parade on the Fourth. Emphasizes not only the chance to win a prize but the advertising and visibility from being represented on wheels.
The statement notes minimal industrial smoke in Troy due to few workers. It defends smoke as beneficial and dismisses nuisance complaints, while promising future action to address the issue.
A bold statement declares Troy will step into the spotlight with a grand Fourth of July event. It warns against complacency in business, urging vigorous advertising to keep goods fresh in the public mind and avoid being seen as old and stale.
A Peoria man was fined 22 dollars for beating his team of mules and the next day faced a separate 2 dollar fine for beating his wife, reflecting consecutive legal troubles recorded in the period.
PostJuly first the nuisance of licking and affixing revenue stamps on bank checks will cease. The note recalls Maine and the change.
A snow storm struck North Dakota last week, marking the first June snowfall ever recorded in the state. The event disrupted travel and prompted unusual weather alerts as residents observed rare wintery conditions in early summer.
Come to Troy for the Fourth and join a festive celebration with family activities, community gatherings, and fireworks lighting up the night sky in a spirited local observance. Local organizers urge residents and guests to arrive early for best viewing and additional programs.
Illinois communities plan industrial expansion with a brick plant and coal mine in Nashville and Herrin’s flouring mill. Kinloch Telephone extends service to Jerseyville. County boards set $2.50 daily service fees in Clinton. Greenville merchants cap 6 30 p m hours in summer. Carbondale high school proposal defeated 110 to 99. Taylorville to build a $90,000 county courthouse. Swansea St Clair Foundry destroyed by fire. $12,000 loss. 65 out of work. Mattoon faces $35,000 fire. M E church and Gazette office destroyed. Henry Schlarmann elected Clinton circuit clerk. majority 445. Belleville attracts another large manufacturer. old Western Nail Mill to become rod and bar foundry. Mother Jones talks miners in Belleville. Frank and Joseph Frailey die after lemon extract poisoning. Taylorville grants street railway franchise to D M Sharp. possible Mt Auburn extension. Grayville Independent sold to Frank Hosic. Clarke family legacy noted.
The Shoe and Leather Gazette sections discuss a provocative new ladies fashion of gathering skirts in one hand and tightening folds around the body. It notes the style tempts a boy with a shingle and recalls boyhood games, hinting at potential notoriety for imitators. It urges public caution and jokes about possible moving pictures to reveal self-perception.
A local column urges residents to speak well of Rutledge and not dwell on its faults. It argues that business hum, church bells, dogs, and the Fabius fishing remain unchanged by complaints. If unhappy, the writer says, emigrate or move elsewhere.
A hand-painted miniature photo button set in a gold-plated frame is offered for 40 cents at this office. Create a keepsake from any photo with quick turnaround and simple pricing.
An historic Greenville New Jersey mansion once a Tory-free haven and social hub from 1760s to the 19th century stands vacant as railroads expand. Built by Capt. Tom Brown and later held by the Gautier family, the fortresslike brick and brownstone manor hosts a yacht club now and will likely be razed soon due to encroaching development.
Albert Young, twelve, was sentenced to ten days in St. Clair county jail at Belleville for shooting song birds. The court noted the state law protects song birds and imposes severe penalties. Illinois sportsmen and farmers support the law to reduce pests and protect bird populations.
Farm readers learn that Senator Funderburk has introduced a bill in Illinois to set the un shelled corn bushel at 68 pounds instead of 70. The piece argues shelled corn weighs 56 pounds and cobs add weight. farmers could profit by shelling at home to fund a sheller.
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