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Newspaper
Weekly Call
Location
Troy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1902
Page
2
The piece notes Troy adding a uniformed policeman as part of its urban progress and mentions broader town improvements. It reflects on municipal change, development, and local satire about progress and efficiency with various aphorisms and anecdotes. It also cites a Harrisburg Illinois suit over a wife's affection and a joke about fireproof paper.
A columnist compares the price of a first class battleship to four thousand miles of macadam highway, noting the distance from New York to San Francisco. The piece suggests that if ships were built in groups of four and the government funded road construction, there would be enough battleships and a surplus of good roads in the end.
Edwardsville Intelligencer quotes a civic observer urging pride in local amenities. The piece argues improvements like water supply, power, sewerage, sidewalks and streets cost money but enhance town character and progress.
John Wannamaker, noted for a successful career, lauds a well patronized town paper as a powerful builder of the town. He warns that harming the paper harms the town and its people. The quote reflects his belief in the press as a civic asset.
At a meeting of general agents for major railways a decision was adopted granting a dead man the same baggage privileges as a living passenger. A funeral party with a corpse carried 900 pounds of baggage and sought to charge one check to the deceased’s ticket. The association ruled that a full fare ticket for a dead man carries the same baggage privileges as a live passenger, 150 pounds.
Illinois towns announce projects from Litchfield to Belvidere include a summer street fair in Litchfield, a 37000 waterworks upgrade at Carlinville, a one million dollar Roebling mill at East St. Louis, and a corset factory soon to open in Belvidere. The state sees smallpox in Staunton, a 102 year old celebrated in the state, and a growing mining and transport push with new mines in Nashville and surrounding areas.
A reflective piece addresses independent citizens challenging critics labeled anarchists. It questions whether small business can thrive under concentrated capitalist control and the future for workers when profits favor few.
A prominent physician asserts patients rarely follow prescribed hygiene or diet and that drug treatment remains the only resort. For chronic constipation he recommends mild remedies like Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets, noting they don’t cause further constipation and leave bowels natural. Sold by S. Kingston.
Josh Edgar of Germantown Gal suffered sciatic rheumatism for fourteen years and found relief with Chamberlains Pain Balm after trying many remedies. He reports immediate relief and a full cure that has not returned. The notice promotes the balm available from S Kingston and mentions The Weekly Call at $1 per year.
In Washington on May 8 1902 a House ceremony for Amos J Cummings reflected grief after three member deaths in quick succession. The Senate fought over the Philippine bill with Lodge and Beveridge leading eloquent debates while Admiral Sampson’s death brought tributes and plans for his funeral. Discussions also touched on Cortelyou for Commerce and White House renovations under Roosevelt.
Richmond and Portland rail excursion notices list round trip fares for various dates and destinations including San Francisco Rock Island and Denver with stopover privileges. The city notices reference the Annual Encampment of the G A R and Imperial Council Nobles of Mystic Shrine with specific travel windows and return limits. G L Elliott agent signs the ad offering Home Seekers Rates to the West Northwest South and Southwest on first and third Tuesday monthly.
Mrs. Frank Chiasson of Patterson Louisiana writes of malaria fever untreated by doctors. After stopping their medicines a fever returned until using Herbine she bought two bottles which fully cured her. She commends the remedy and recommends it for malaria. Herbine 50c bottle at S Kingston's.
Civil war veteran M. M. Austin of Winchester Ind reports his wife was sick long despite doctors but cured by Dr King's New Life Pills. Ad claims the pills work wonders at 25c at S Kingston's drug store. Also touts talking buggies and cheap cash motto from J A Aresoitp.
World Wide Reputation White's Cream Vermifuge has achieved worldwide reputation as the best worm destroyer and tonic for weak children. It neutralizes stomach acidity, improves digestion, strengthens nerves, and restores health and vigor to childhood. 25c at S. Kingston's, All the home news in Tur Cant.
Dr Bergin of Pana Illinois writes that Ballard's Snow Liniment is a dandy for burns and widely recommended for farm injuries. He notes rapid healing of cuts burns and bruises when applied and urges keeping it in the home for emergencies. Available at S Kingston's in 25c 50c and 1.00 sizes.
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