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Newspaper
Weekly Call
Location
Troy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1902
Page
2
A farcical variety of notes appears from a city angle and distant land. A Omaha genius claims to have invented a whisky tablet with two tablets in water granting “the earth.” A Danish Islands job post prompts entries, while a local call for action urges the city marshal to move onward.
A North Dakota judge denied naturalization to a man with six years of residency who spoke no English, warning that without learning the language in six years he would not become a good citizen. The item quotes progressive admonitions about improvement, crowd behavior, and self respect, with brief moral notes from Highland Journal on kicking and public conduct.
Washington Letter from April 24, 1902, reviews Cuban reciprocity battles in Congress with beet sugar forces, River and Harbor bill growth, Taft plans to Manila and land purchases, rumors of moves against Speaker, and White House renovation plans. It also notes debates over inauguration timing and a December start for Congress sessions.
A detailed description of the Manufactures Building at the St. Louis Exposition of 1900. It notes the structure covering 14.46 acres, a 400 foot central tower, a twin tower on the Varied Industries side, Corinthian design, north frontage of 1200 feet and boulevard frontage of 625 feet, Carrere Hastings as architects, estimated cost 850000 dollars, with the Agricultural building expected to cover more ground and be highly important.
Aimed at relieving fatigue by cleansing sluggish liver bowels and kidneys, restoring digestion and appetite. Describes winter waste accumulation and promotes Herbine as a remedy to improve secretions, renew tissues, and provide strength. Available for 50c at S Kingston's.
P A Danforth of LaGrange Georgia suffered a six month running sore on his leg and says Bucklen's Arnica Salve completely cured it in five days The ad calls it the best salve for ulcers wounds and ulcers with a cure guaranteed and sells for 25 cents through S Kingston druggist This is an advertisement urging readers to buy The Call for news rights
This description highlights a black taffeta jacket with a novel basque side panel, large embroidered collars in satin and taffeta, wide flaring sleeves, and double turned-back cuffs. It notes Corticelli Silk stitching and jabot vest effects for blouse and Eton jackets, plus Paris influence on shoulder and collar styling for spring garments.
Civil war veteran M. M. Austin of Winchester Indiana writes his wife was sick long despite doctors but cured by Dr King’s New Life Pills. He notes pills work wonders and recommends them at 25c from S Kingston’s drug store. Also mentions ready printed report cards for country schools at THE CALL office.
An advertisement extolls White's Cream Vermifuge as the best worm destroyer and tonic for weak children, claiming to correct stomach acidity, aid digestion, strengthen nerves, and restore vigor. Kingston's offers it at 25 cents. A farmer testimonial from Dr Bergin of Pana endorses Ballard's Snow Liniment for burns and swift healing, urging households to keep it on hand, with sizes 25 cents, 50 cents, and a dollar at Kingstons.
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