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Newspaper
Weekly Call
Location
Troy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1899
Page
1
West Virginia becomes first state for oil and lumber, second for coke, third for coal. Thirty six railroads projected with eight under construction. Aguinaldo reportedly disapproves of Gen Otis and his conduct though the general is not tasked with pleasing armed resistance to sovereignty in the Philippines.
Aluminum, once with no commercial use, now shows U S output of 5,200,000 pounds valued at 1,716,000 dollars. Price per pound stands at 33 cents, about one tenth of the cost from ten years earlier, reflecting rapid industry growth.
A medical authority urges reduced meat consumption and better cooking to offset rising prices and preserve health and happiness amid fashion and extravagance. The remedy is simple and accessible to all.
A garbled excerpt asserts that the sultan of the Sunns acknowledged U S sovereignty. It claims if the Taeals had begun that way there would be no war in Lizon, and they might now be testing the experiment of self-government.
The departure of British troops for South Africa signals that diplomatic efforts have yielded no firm result. England appears set to seek a new understanding with the Boers, with the looming possibility of a renewed conflict surfacing soon after.
In a recent speech President Roosevelt asserted the United States cannot shirk its duty in the Philippines. He stated that America is present and cannot run away, insisting every man with Civil War or pioneer ancestry is tied to the nation and must claim kinship with it.
The piece notes prompt port health measures to prevent the plague, and Surgeon-General Sternberg has instructed consuls abroad to identify and report suspicious cases. It emphasizes vigilance and international reporting to curb spread.
The Klondike gold yield is diminishing and many Americans who spent time there return with little to show. In contrast, gold mining prospects at home look brighter as states such as Colorado and California steadily increase production year by year.
A German naval constructor observing American shipyards notes work is expensive but results are better and workers show greater responsibility at high wages. He adds that high American wages fuel demand for skilled products abroad, aiding rapid growth.
Reports from the Philippines indicate the rebellion in Luzon is crushed and American sovereignty will be recognized across the islands. Several islands have already formalized recognition, and all are expected to do so once Aguinaldo is subdued. The certainty is shared by those familiar with the situation.
English and American residents in the South African republic demand reforms soon or face edicting pressure, with Tom Paul likely to lose control if concessions are withheld. The Transvaal situation remains notably interesting to the world and may intensify in the coming weeks.
The Russian Grand Duke Alexis, uncle of the czar and commander of the navy, visits the Niagra hosted by Mr and Mrs Howard Gould. Distinguished diplomats attend this successful reception and the grand duke praises the Goulds for the beautiful vessel at the close of the event.
The piece contrasts corruption and cowardice in the Dreyfus affair with acts of heroism by Zola Piequart and Laboui. It highlights the people backing these courageous figures and counters the military’s attempts to convict Dreyfus, framing the case as a clash between integrity and scandal.
Report highlights South Africa's Volksraad party line on dynamite monopoly. Brazil's Campos Salles says Brazil will not attend Pan-American exposition in Harfaria. anti Semite actions in Paris linked to Jules Guerin. Morocco sultan Mulai-Abd-El-Aziz narrowly escapes a deadly thunderstorm. Navy cites risk in using Constitution in parade. Goethe's bicentennial noted with ceremonies. Santo Domingo rival Jimenez lands landfall attempt blocked. Wellman polar expedition returns to Tromso. American troops in Havana face five mild yellow fever cases. Paris Belair faces possible legal action over state safety documents.
Reported disasters include a mine explosion near Carterville killing six miners and a bullet killed a guard in Portuguese territory after a cordon line incident. Two Baltimore and Ohio freight trains collided with several dead and many injured near Bore Jacksville. A husband shot his wife and three children before committing suicide, while a sheriff in Ireland killed himself after his daughter's drowning. False later claims surfaced about a Chicago arch construction accident killing workers and injuring many.
Franlein Johanna Stein, a Vienna teacher, left on the 27th to scale Planica in the Julian Alps without a guide. Her ventilized body was found at the foot of a 200 metre rock on the Sota after a search.
A bubonic plague case is reported in Oporto prison. Reports show Philippine Islands receipts to July 1 total 5,249,411 with Manila 5,300 and Cebu 156,136. Johannesburg notes Martinism being replaced by Mausers. Navy pay bill debate affects aides to admirals. An earthquake tremor from 2:15 PM on the 28th shook Wabash Indiana briefly with a rumble and motion.
Fort Worth pioneer woman Schaffel dies Friday at age 63. The report notes expansion of Rice industry in Texas attributed to St Louis capital. Mentions political platform favoring woman suffrage and various other brief items from across the country.
Dr Edward Schell of Bloomington dies at Colorado Springs at 33. Isaac Lesem, once Quincy leader and banker, dies aged 67 after long US residence and civic service. Thomas Maxfall, Quincy educator, aged 75, Civil War veteran. C A Babcock, Quincy lawyer and politician, dies at 52. Cyrus D Greene, Neoga merchant, prominent figure. Willie Jones, 11, loses bottle of whisky. children fall ill after drinking. one girl near death. doctor works through night. others dangerously sick.
The drought in MeKean and adjoining counties grows severe with brown pastures and brown foliage. Stock water supplies are running short. Ford, De Witt and Livingston counties report similar conditions and central Illinois is shrouded by dust as roads suffer.
It is estimated the new broom corn crop in the central belt will be only slightly above last year. The quality is excellent. Brokers are paying about 80 per ton as prices advance. Douglas county harvest is projected at about 5,000 tons and many more workers are needed for the fields.
Typhoid fever cases rise in Chicago with Dr. Reynolds, health commissioner, blaming polluted water. June reports show 25 deaths, July fewer, and August 50 deaths, totaling a sharp increase over June. Public health officials warn of continued risk from water contamination.
The mangled body of farmer Mathew Sorens was found near the Wabash track two miles east of Decatur. It is believed he attempted to alight a train near his home to avoid walking a mile back from the station and was killed.
At Nilwood Mavonpin county Mr James Watson and his seven year old son were struck and killed by lightning while crossing the street toward a neighbor's house. Freeced Three Times in One Day. Manford AG Wedges a Morris farmer from Grundy county fell to confidence men in Chicago and was robbed three times in one day. The Southern Illinois Holiness association held a ten days camp at Bonnie Jefferson county with large attendance and 100 reported conversions.
Hon. He. R. Buckingham’s country residence and large sweet potato house near Alto Pass were destroyed by fire. Loss about 5000 dollars with insurance coverage around 2500 dollars.
Labor shortages push harvest of broom corn to Sunday in several fields near Arcola as men are scarce to gather the crop. Local farmers moved work to a weekend schedule to complete planting and ensure timely collection.
The Rev. FL Schuelke, after eight years as pastor of the Second Reformed Church in Pekin, has resigned to accept a call to serve the Baileyville church in Freeport.
William C. Thomas, 23, of Ellis Kansas, son of a wealthy ranch owner, died by self-inflicted gunshot in a barn. Authorities report a suicide in the rural setting, with no indicated third party involvement.
An anonymous man in a linen duster and straw hat proclaims he will get rich and invest wisely to do good. He envisions bequests for marble refrigerators in every town to cool tempers in July and August, while a policeman questions his intent. A separate note recalls a general asking for acorns to shade trenches, joking about jungle songs.
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