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Newspaper
Weekly Call
Location
Troy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1898
Page
2
A column reflects on Troy boosters urging civic activity to revive old spirit and attract visitors. It notes ads pushing Cuba trade, discusses weather lore predicting a mild open winter, and mentions various items from society to politics, including Merritt's voyage and campaign chatter. It ends with a pointed racial remark about national hardships.
A reader endorses editorial calls for forming a Beardstown Business Men's Association to attract investment and boost city growth. The suggestion includes mayoral meetings at the city hall to discuss forming the organization and public views.
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