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Newspaper
Weekly Call
Location
Troy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1897
Page
6
A verse recalling childhood and the ache for a mother’s presence. Marie Annie Hensen writes in Atlanta Constitution style, contrasting toys with lasting love. The piece laments growing up and the comfort found in a mother who never forsakes.
Dr Ingram narrates a convoluted plan as St Croix courts a young widow Mrs Fordyce. Ingram, aging as confidant, engineers a marriage to gain a father in law while Clare, the long-hidden daughter, appears unexpectedly, altering fates at a social gathering.
Kings County District Attorney Backus recounts a self‑made anecdote about a courtroom incident and a train stop at Poughkeepsie. The tale centers on misperceived roles, a shackled prisoner, and a nervous passenger who confuses the group for criminals, prompting a cautious observer to offer help with baggage.
Chiengi News summarizes a 1848 fashion magazine description of the polka steps. It details a four part sequence with left and right foot movements, heel taps, and leg raises, illustrating the global craze for the dance.
Washington March 19 Mr Dingley of Maine chairman of the ways and means committee reported the tariff bill to the house. The report notes four years of deficient revenue totaling over 203 million and argues for a tariff revision to raise duties and restore revenue while protecting industry and farmers. It details past customs receipts, bond financing, and the impact of prior tariff changes on wool and woolens, urging a protective but revenue-adequate schedule.
A dispatch from Athens says the Pan Hellenic society plans a general uprising as officers mass at the frontier vow to fight. European powers reportedly blockade Crete at eight o clock Sunday, with Greek vessels barred and Turkish ships allowed through. Russia is cited as driving the powers toward war, while Greece faces bankruptcy and mounting military pressure in Epirus and Macedonia. The crown prince leading troops is seen as ending hopes for peace.
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