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Newspaper
Henry Current News
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1921
Page
2
The article argues a clash between interests pushing for rapid road building at high cost and Governor Simall’s aim to maximize mileage while minimizing expense. It highlights cost savings in Kane county contracts and broader reductions in grading and bridge work, framing the battle as a fight to deliver hard roads without overpaying.
The Knights of Pythias conferred the rank of Knights on three Esquires at the Thursday evening session. A number of Lacon Knights attended including L. D. Gregory, David Owers, Harry Hexter, Harry Bestold, L. H. Allen, Robert Onyan, Cafeb Forbes, George W. Smith, H. B. Wescott, W. J. Burbridge, W. Dalrymple, Chas. F. Smith and Sam Guysinger. Carl Berry of Bradford also present. Esquires who assisted were Harry Hexter, D. Owens, W. J. Burbridge, A. H. Hexter, G. W. Smith, S. Guysinger and W. Dalrymple. Lunch followed. Laconites invited to return.
Henry Delphian Chapter hosted a Grecian history discussion Tuesday. Seventeen chapters attended the luncheon at the Block and Kuhl grill in Peoria with Mrs Bayne representing the Henry chapter and talks on how meetings, life and work benefit women.
Miss Anna Appel visited Sunday at her father Stephen Appel's home. Mrs Camp fetuoned yesterday from a winter south sojourn. Mrs. Evan Sleater hosted Rose Socher from Minnesota. W. E. Hancock of Lacon called on city business. Dorothy Cromwell's parents from Pittsburg plan to visit New York City. Hubert's Bakery advertises wholesome bread. Miss Effie Stoner closed Sawyer school with a picnic. Miss Nellie Antrim and Louis Martin passed eighth grade exams. Epworth Leaguers roamed to Blackburn farm for a roast and games. Mrs. John Hanley cared for Mrs. Michael Gorman. Anna Barry paralyzed, hospitalized, clot removed. Steamship David Swain rail fare to Peoria advertised. Juniors hosted Seniors with a luncheon at Mrs. Doyle’s home. City scavenger service drops by. Korea pictures shown at Presbyterian church. The Majestic Range priced down at Meier Bros. Adv.
Multiple residents listed as shoppers in Peoria Henry and La con areas with names like John Beck Dr Smith Mrs Orrin Frisbey and Marco Criquelion. Aitchison Lucart store robbery Friday night caused losses estimated 25 to 30 dollars and apparel theft. A birthday party for Mr Potter with snacks and guests noted. A preliminary contest featured vocal and piano solos with winners Oliva Hastings and William Osborne.
Mrs Wunder describes her husband Pete Wunder’s near fatal crash when an auto was struck by a fast express train. He suffered a broken hip a deep wrist cut nine stitches a scalp wound a missing tooth and minor facial injuries after the collision. He spent months in Aurora hospital and is now recovering with limited crutches and hopeful prognosis.
A truncated note advertises calling cards of refinement available from Carlson's located at Henry. The message urges readers to obtain the cards there, signaling a local shop promotion.
Large crowd attends services at Our Neighbors Church for Mothers Day. The Ladies Society plans an all day meeting with Mrs Chesney on Wednesday May 18. Baccalaureate services are set for May 22 at the Christian church with Rev Traeger delivering the sermon.
The article discusses views on being "Dead Broke" and mentions a minister's upcoming sermon next Sunday at 2 30 p m. It reports Mothers Day observance with praise for special music and a strong congregation. Sunday School at 1 30 p m led by Pastor William Henry Day.
The column covers Bethel and Sparland Sunday school schedules with times at Bethel 11:00 a.m. and Sparland 10:00 a.m. It notes Mothers Day emphasis at Sparland, recent attendance over 100, and lists Bethel officers for the coming year led by Superintendent Clifford Gibbs and Assistant Superintendent Leland Monier with Marie Hodge as Secretary. Epworth League reports a district cabinet meeting in Rock Island and upcoming convention plans.
At the regular W R C meeting on Saturday May 7 three candidates Mrs Humphrey Mrs Lantz and Mrs Reichenbach were initiated. A convention in Galesburg May 17 19 was discussed with final supper preparations by the W A G on May 10 in the Gates building. The menu included chicken sandwiches potato salad pickles cheese coffee ice cream and cake. The fundraiser netted between 40 and 50 dollars and thanks were extended to patrons.
The article reports the wedding of Miss Luvern Rena Smith to Earl Buhns of Granville in a double ring ceremony at the bride’s home. Rev M B Van Leer officiated as guests enjoyed a two course dinner before the couple departed for a short honeymoon and future home in Granville.
Seven thousand two hundred dollars was subscribed at a mass meeting in Princeton to establish a fund for an American Legion Post home. Organizers plan to raise twenty five thousand dollars through a systematic township campaign in Princeton during the coming period.
Fragmentary note advertises a free offering to every man woman and child with a timetable reference. Mentions business stationery and a supplier named Carlson at Henry and urges readers to order the next lot from him.
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