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Newspaper
Weekly Call
Location
Troy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1901
Page
3
A map and text describe Illinois housing 5 million people in 56 000 square miles with densities from 27 per square mile in one county to lower figures in others. It notes Illinois is prosperous with room to grow, contrasting state density with national averages and discussing area and growth potential.
Architecture drawing describes an eight room house on a 28 by 42 foot footprint with brick underpinning and limestone foundation. Cost estimate $1,800. Details include parlor 13 by 14 feet, sitting room 12 by 15, dining room, kitchen, pantry, baths, and verandas. Construction features specify double floors, timber sizes, roof and fascia, sash colors, and finishes in pine and red oak with ivory white paint.
Merritt Chism, 49, a wealthy White Oak township farmer, killed his wife in front of the family by stabbing with a pocketknife and bludgeoning with a club, then attempted suicide by diving into a shallow well. He is reputed worth $250,000 and born on the farm where the murder occurred.
A brief dialogue reflects skepticism about a family surviving on 2.50 weekly. A sister voices disbelief while affirming solidarity with Arthur in a trench of social concern. The line captures a Chicago Times Herald quoted exchange on poverty and family duty.
A brief Detroit Free Press gag contrasts a husband pressing Miss Borrore to return a call with the wife noting her other obligations. The exchange highlights neighborly expectations in a light, domestic tone.
A Brooklyn Life snippet portrays Mrs Polkadot as a fine nurse while Mrs Pahducah praises ideal care. The exchange notes a light household burden and mentions going days without seeing the children.
Yonkers Statesman remarks on danger with a playful jab comparing bullets to a tough domestic brew in a humor feature. The piece humorously contrasts wartime peril with everyday trials.
A brief remark notes a trained mind and sharp responsiveness as a spouse calls. The exchange highlights rapid, disciplined thinking and attentive listening in a domestic moment.
A quip from the Chicago Record-Herald contrasts desk sizes in a light exchange. The joke hinges on clutter versus space, illustrating bureaucratic humor about workload and workspace.
Boston Transcript notes the quirky remark about public perception of a speaker and adds an ad line touting Hoxsie's Croup Cure for bronchitis. The quick claim promises speedy relief at 50 cents, reflecting the period's advertising style.
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