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Newspaper
Geneseo Republic
Location
Geneseo, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1908
Page
4
The Geneseo Republic notes that out of 22502 publications in Rowell's directory about 18000 are shown as worthwhile for advertisers. It argues its circulation is extensive and reliable, not prize driven, making it valuable to advertisers.
Geneseo reports on the Farmers Institute with Hon. W W Cole outlining the Madison Wisconsin Farmers Congress findings. Education elevates farming, binds farm life to professional standards, and Wisconsin shows higher yields from breeding programs and agricultural colleges.
Thieves blew open the Sherrard post office safe between 1 and 2 Saturday morning and took about 250 in stamps and 50 to 60 in cash. The break in was not noticed until 5 30 when George Bell a clerk found the damaged door and missing items. Tools including chisels a sledge hammer and a jarre wrench were left near the scene suggesting a professional job. Local opinion links the raid to thieves operating in Lynn Rid and other towns.
In Henry county probate matters Wm F Conve and James W Gash report drainage district expenses. Warrant of appraisement issued for the estate of Robert Broadbent. Various executors, administrators, and guardians are appointed with bonds and inventory proofs. Hearings include probate of wills for Daniel F Zimmerman and Margaret Zones, and petitions for sales to pay debts.
A Chicago specialist in chronic diseases, Dr W Carson, plans a monthly town visit. He offers free consultations and claims cures for long standing cases. He will be at Geneseo House Genesee Ti on Monday December wth.
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