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Newspaper
Weekly Call
Location
Troy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1900
Page
6
A humorous verse by S. Kier in the Chicago Times-Herald recalls a rough year with kinship illness and loss turning to brighter days. The speaker notes pockets found, rheumatism easing, and a hopeful outlook, urging perseverance through dark spells. It ends with a reminder that fortunes can change overnight.
The scene shifts from a rate revelry to gossip about Mrs Drake at a party in Chicago. Mr Grigsby defends her elegance while his wife, praising Mrs Drake in lively terms, notes the hostess’s manner and signals amid a tense whist game. Discussion touches on entertainment, behavior, and social standing.
A Kansas village of 250, Lost Springs, Marion County, is described as a teetotaling, gambling free community with churches and Sunday School for all ages. No saloons, no cards for years. a tobacco crusade prompted five users to quit after a prayer meeting. Merchants pledged to stop selling tobacco. one plans to return stock. Nearby reports reference notable legal cases and a humorous exchange about marriage versus gold digging.
A collage of quips and jokes from various newspapers. The snippets feature witty exchanges about wine choices butlers biscuits trousers and old clothes with brief punchlines. The tone mimics light social humor and comic banter of the era.
Jesus calls Levi to follow him in Capernaum and then shares a meal with publicans and sinners. The scribes question his company, and Jesus explains his mission to heal the spiritually sick rather than perform fasting as mere form. He uses parables to urge new ideas fit for new hearts.
Rev Gharlen M Sheldon assumes control of the Topeka Daily Capital for a week to steer a Christian, nonpartisan edition. He outlines a news definition focused on moral and spiritual development, bans most ads from news pages, limits market quotes, and moves editorials to the second page. He vows no pay, directs prayers, and sets strict office rules including no smoking.
Washington reports indicate the United States is using its good offices to aid peace talks between Great Britain and the South African Republics. No formal mediation offered, as it would surprise Britain. the U S may act as intermediary to convey peace terms, citing prior success in ending the China-Japanese war.
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