05 May 1900
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Newspaper
Weekly Call
Location
Troy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1900
Page
1
A bold critique contrasts American life with vice and virtue, praising few and condemning many. The speaker likens taxes and census work to public memory, while lampooning politics, alcohol, courts, trusts, poverty, and corruption across the nation.
A Kansas editor ponders the difficulty for a married man to explain why a four months old baby weighs more than its mother did at the same hour in the early morning. The remark reflects humorous social commentary on parental.
Fruit jar carriers have formed a combine to regulate prices in anticipation of a fruitful crop. Those planning to sell fruit this summer must also plan for higher costs to cover the vessels.
A curious 1808 issue dated January 4 titled L Athenee des Dames presents entirely female authored articles. The paper seeks to place women on equal footing with men through its content and editorial stance.
An enterprising Chicagoan, a reformed inebriate, runs a restaurant titled The Christian aiming to emulate Christ’s methods. The venture, unlike the Sheldon newspaper project, enjoys growing success but the proprietor discovers the scheme cannot operate with the loaves and fishes.
In a tongue in cheek note the editor apologizes to readers and warns that starting next week the paper will be run like Captain Kidd by seizing delinquent subscribers’ accounts with a six shooter and then run as the sheriff would.
The Fourth Estate notes that readers increasingly consume newspapers with improving content, while business owners debate advertising tactics. St Louis celebrates the Dewey era with Admiral Dewey and a city-wide display, as crowds gather to honor the celebratory mood and reflect on commerce and pride.
Residents of Troy query when the St Louis Troy and Eastern railroad will extend to its first destination and begin freight and passenger traffic. Promoters delay, while citizens who funded the project seek enlightenment on timelines, depot plans on North Market street, and resumed eastward work.
The article states the United States demands immediate payment of the $100,000 Turkey promised five years ago for outrages and property destruction. It warns Turkey must settle without discount or face strong U.S. retaliation, including possible force.
A Turndown warning warns readers to beware census enumerators who may pose as officials. It cautions the public not to sign promises or documents that could become promissory notes and emphasizes recognizing true census workers and staying vigilant against fraud.
Washington dispatch recounts House action striking the Postoffice appropriation clause for tube mail funding amid bribery accusations against a stockholding member and a former Post Office official. Secretary Root cites Cuban revenue allowances for four army officers, while Quay’s Senate seat contest triggers constitutional scrutiny and partisan maneuvering. A Dewey watch gift from Minneapolis youths highlights public sentiment amid a volatile political week.
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