Broad ramblings mix weather politics and history in Troy
A 19th century column riffs on time as a leveler and spring prompts property beautification. It jokes about Mimic politicians Hopson and Admiral Dewey, notes calls for a telephone exchange, and references Longfellow and stamp production highlighting American literacy as the stamps would circle the world.
The Bohemian Dog and Turtle Incident at Our Town
A comical street scene features a black and tan dog named Judge and a new turtle as they roam with the editor’s dog. The dog, famed for knowing many Peoria dogs, chases the turtle after an odd encounter near Andrae's balloon. The piece praises the town newspaper's role in sharing local affairs with outsiders and highlights its value to the community.
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Centralian Way notes and Forts bill on women’s imagery
Vol 1 No 4 of Centralian Way extols A N Rooke and editor Ochler, pledging a strong Breeze press. Fort’s bill banning images of women in advertising passes in the state senate, urged by Illinois women’s clubs. The piece criticizes political elites and mocks cigarette worries as a mathematical riddle.
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Light of the World Sermon on Freedom From Sin
Sunday school lesson by Wm. K. Fisher explores Jesus as the light of the world and the path to freedom from sin. The narrative connects Tabernacle lamps to Christ's teachings, stressing abiding in his word, true discipleship, and liberation through faith, with reflections from scholars on spiritual bondage and liberty.
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Cook
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Stier
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Ismael
Hagar
Pioua
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