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Newspaper
Geneseo Republic
Location
Geneseo, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1908
Page
4
The Geneseo Republic in Illinois is praised for extensive and reliable circulation, ranking among about 1500 of 224,502 entries in Hiowell's American Newspaper Directory. The piece contrasts this with Kewanee Star-Courier noting improved local conditions, rural telephone use in schools, and county farm facilities as helpful community supports amid economic strain.
A library list notes new titles including The Riverman by Edward Stewart White The Post girl by Edward Booth The Duke's motto Justin McCarthy and The Trail of the Lonesome Pine by John Fox Jr Other works by Clara L Burnham Mary Johnston and Sibyl Whore are mentioned with prices and a stage furniture shop reference.
Kewanee reports its first hunting accident of the season. Gust Ehrenburg was badly injured while out near town with Schlindwein. Ehrenburg’s foot suffered multiple shots as the gun discharged. The incident occurred during corn picking time with others noting several injuries from gardening and farm work.
Preliminary honors at the University of Illinois College of Literature and Arts awarded to thirteen students who completed two years. Names include Hannah Boulah Beralzheimer, Wilburn Buchanan, Agnes Bouton Cooper, Obed Lewis, Stella Pauline Kleinbeck, Lois Mara Miles, Owen Earle Peach, George William Schoeffel, John Raymond Shutters, Grace Esther Stevens, Elkan Turk, Florence Leone White, Grace Alice Williams. Also notes bereavement thanks for mother and appreciation for funeral tokens and singers. Viking Workers meet with Mrs. Emil Stahl on Wednesday afternoon November 20.
The piece extols a stock show’s influence on education by expanding dates and exhibits. It notes lower rail fares and greater visitor comfort as factors boosting opportunities and grants, inviting broader participation and practical lessons for attendees.
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