Game law licensing blamed for graft and waste
The author condemns the hunting license law as a costly boondoggle that funds a large staff through license fees. He argues the salaries and expenses create 113 political positions while offering little protection beyond strict season enforcement. The piece suggests abolishing the license system and focusing on seasons.
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Tate Cann
Sparta Argonaut
State
Game Protection Fund
Pratt
Review of Reviews on Local Newspapers Value
The writer notes each copy is read by five to six people as subscribers pass papers to others. Home papers go directly into homes and are read as a duty and pleasure, enhancing their value to advertisers and their power to mold public opinion.
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Review of Reviews
Mt Vernon editor highlights merchants aiding town trade
A Mt. Vernon editorial argues that any merchant or businessperson who lures people to town to trade benefits the entire local business community. The piece emphasizes collective economic improvement through proactive recruitment.
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Mt. Vernon
Not Doing His Part to Attract Trade in Town
The editorial urges local business leaders to actively draw customers to town rather than relying on others to bring in trade. It calls for public spirited action and fair dealing, stressing that all merchants must contribute to expanding the town’s commerce.
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Newa
Margin of merit and influence in promotions
The article notes that merit is essential but when two rivals have equal merit promotion hinges on an influential margin. Personal manner, broad acquaintances, wealth- or social strength affect the decision at crisis. It cites the idea that "to him that hath shall be given" and echoes Harwin's "Them that has gets" saying.
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David Harwin
Campaign for Better Roads Across the Nation
The country press across the United States could launch a systematic campaign for better roads. Such an effort would, in a few years, make the public scarcely recognize their own thoroughfares due to widespread improvements and modernization.
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United States
Promoter J Whittaker Wright Claims Royal Backing
London promoter J Whittaker Wright declares he is King Edward's friend and urges the king to seek higher authority to protect him from his own associates. The remark underscores wartime diplomacy and Wright’s controversial standing as speculation swirls over his influence.
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J. Whittaker Wright
London
King Edward
Year of growth teased for St Louis and Troy trade
The note forecasts next year as a fair year for St Louis growth and Troy improvement. It urges readers to join the boom and advertise early to secure holiday business for home merchants. A quirky line mentions oysters producing millions of larvae each season and the oyster's surprising dominance over houseflies.
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St. Louis
Troy
Why Carnegie Hesitates Over Madison County Roads
Questioning Andrew Carnegie’s reluctance to fund the good roads movement in Madison County, the remark asks why the wealthy donor does not spend millions to improve infrastructure. It implies criticism of his priorities and calls attention to road needs in the county.
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Andrew Carnegie
Madison County
Easter Bonnet Comment Sparks Frugal Outlook
An exchange notes the upcoming Easter bonnet will be plain and so will the bills. The remark highlights a sober mood as expenses loom and prudence governs plans.
Washington Letter on Cuba Treaty and Panama Canal Developments
Washington report notes the House passage of the reciprocity treaty with Cuba with limited GOP opposition and Democratic support. It covers Canal negotiations, funding plans, and expected Senate action, plus a Nebraska senator's bribery indictment and Sen Dietrich’s postmaster affair before concluding with Senator Reed Smoot’s stance against unseating him over Mormonism claims.
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House of Representatives
Cuba
House
Mr. Clarke
Missouri
Senate
Friends
Panama
Hay
Varilla
United States
Colon
Colombia
Bogota
Panama Canal Company
Treasury
Treasury Department
Shaw
Columbia
C.H. Dietrich
Nebraska
Federal Grand Jury
Omaha
Jacob Fisher
Hastings
Fisher
W. S. Summers
Grand Army
Dietrich
Misher
Reed Smoot
Utah
Roberts
Arnica Salve Heals Ulcer and Burns, Dr Kingstons Pills
Terminated with an ugly cat on the leg of J. B. Orner, Franklin Grove. A stubborn ulcer resisted doctors for four years until Bucklen arnica salve cured it. Also extolled are Kingstons life pills for various ailments. Heinecke's cigars and Klein school shoes advertised.
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J. B. Orner
Franklin Grove
Bucklen
Kingaton
Twenty Five Years Ago This Week In Troy Summary
From The Weekly Bulletin dated Thursday November 28 1878 readers learn of events and happenings in Troy from a quarter century prior. The item highlights local news and notable occurrences framed as a retrospective feature.
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Solia
Troy
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Klein
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Turkey
Moore
Wola HS
Vandalia
Royal Purple Association
Wm. Donoho
Lucy Stewart
Fred Risser
Lulu Risser
Willa Donoho
Ground
Anna
Hassinger
Maggie Risser
Maggie Lawson
Alice. Bryant
Bell Downie
Johnny Spaulding
Willie Ground
Barnsback & Bro
Edwardsville
S. Kingston
M. E
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A. Bliss
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A. Heddergott
W, Tarvis
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