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Newspaper
Weekly Call
Location
Troy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1902
Page
2
The piece argues merchants should lead local growth, warns against quarrelsome rivals, and notes broad ideas for civic advancement. It cites that Troy lacks a Chinaman population yet faces social metaphors, jokes about frogs and strawberries, and a call for business meetings to spur town improvement.
The Illinois State News item covers plans to extend the Millstadt M. and O. railroad to Smithton, salary boosts for Greenville postmaster, a new Socialist branch in Breese, coal at Turkey Hill, a 1825 pound steer sale, a lightning strike damage to Mt. Vernon courthouse, and community efforts from Mt. Carroll to build macadamized roads. It also notes large insurance tax claims, a July Fourth monument unveiling at Lily Lake, Roosevelt invited to the Illinois State Fair, the State Board of Agriculture’s fiftieth anniversary, Edward Tracy of South Elgin as youngest fire chief, a mysterious Greenville visitor leaving town with unsettled debts, a straw-baling machine invention, and a physician’s remarks on hygiene versus drugs with a note on Chamberlain’s Stomach & Liver Tablets.
Josh Edgar of Germantown Cal speaks of a fourteen year battle with sciatic rheumatism. He tried many remedies until Chamberlain's Pain Balm gave immediate relief and full cure. He endorses the liniment and urges others to try it. S Kingston sells it. The Wreckly Cart costs $1.00 per year.
Washington notes from May 15 1902 outline plans for unveiling the Rochambeau statue in Lafayette Square opposite the White House. France gifts a replica of a sculpture and the event includes ceremonies, Marine Band music, and addresses by Cardinal Gibbons and Senator Lodge.
Richmond Missouri and Portland Oregon trips offer round trips from Vandalia Line with specific dates. San Francisco tours listed with $50 and $50.70 fares, stopover rules, and return windows. Also mentions Denver, home seekers rates to western regions and agent G L Elliott.
Mrs Frank Chiasson of Patterson Louisiana writes on June 8 1901 that after severe malaria and failed doctor prescribed treatment she found relief using Herbine. She bought two bottles which completely cured her and recommends it to others suffering from malaria. Herbine 50c a bottle at S Kingston's.
Levanna Ohio mail carrier Burnett Mann recalls years of kidney trouble with back pain and fatigue. He credits six bottles of Electric Bitters for complete cure, saying they regulate stomach liver kidneys and bowels. Sold by S Kingston for 50 cents with satisfaction guaranteed.
World Wide Reputation. White's Cream Vermifuge has achieved a worldwide reputation as the best worm destroyer and tonic for weak children. It neutralizes stomach acidity, aids digestion, strengthens nerves, and restores health, vigor, and elasticity of spirits. 25c at S. Kingston's. All the home news in THE Catt.
Dr Bergin of Pana Illinois recommends Ballard's Snow Liniment for farm use. He praises its burn healing and notes it helps with accidental cuts and bruises. Sold by S Kingston's in sizes 25 cents 50 cents and one dollar.
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