Week of Local Business Changes and Facility Moves
The Klein & Barth garage operation dissolves with Albert Barth selling interest to Leo Klein and the business continues as Klein Motor Co at the same site. Barth plans a separate Meihsner Auto Co garage once possession is gained. Hunter Lumber buys the Hunter Feed Co. feed grinding line and moves it to Western avenue. Jack Hunter remains in charge. Ed Mattern rents the Henry Times building for a taxidermy and tanning shop. Opera house dances resume with movable-seating seats and floor work pending after recent oiling and loosening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Klein & Barth
Albert Barth
Leo Klein
Klein Motor Co
Barth
Meihsner. Auto ‘Co
Meihsner
Hunter Lumber Company
Hunter Feed Company
Sand
Western Avenue
Jack Hun
Henry Times
Ed. Mattern
Opera House
Juvenile Camp of Royal Neighbors Organized
A juvenile camp of the Royal Neighbors with 30 members was organized at the R. of P. hall. Officers appointed include Edith Yarger as Junior Oracle and Velma Humphrey as Junior Vice Oracle. Installations were conducted Tuesday evening by Mrs Latouire with Mrs Yarger acting as installing marshal. Mrs June Heininger served as musician.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. of. P. Hall
Edith Yarger
Vel‘ma'Humphrey
Eva Humphrey
Florence Barker
Edna Hawksworth
Ethel ‘Yarger
Evelyn Barker
Ner ‘Sentinel
James’ Latouire
Willi Yarger
June Heininger Wis
Conklin
Peoria
Royal Neighbors
Small fire at old Albert Kinaz barber shop
A small fire broke out at the Albert Kinaz barber shop when a burning cigarette stub ignited a sack at the entrance. Charles Bergantz was in the shop, noticed the smoke, and quickly extinguished the blaze.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Al‘bert Kinaz
Uckily
Charles Bergantz
Ais
Henry National Re-Elects Officers in Bank Return
The Henry National Bank held its annual election on Tuesday resulting in the re-election of its officers. The staff includes L. R. Phillips as president, W. P. Turner and R. W. Miller as vice presidents, C. A. Phillips as cashier, Lauretta E. Merdian as assistant cashier, and Wm Greek and Helen Siewers as bookkeepers. Directors named are Benj. G. Hoyle, J. O. Hill, F. A. Yanochowski, Lawrence Peterman, R. S. Bayne, A. J. Ironmonger, Edward J. Hoscheidt, and L. R. Phillips.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry National Bank
L. R. Phillips
W. P.turner
R. W. Miller
C. A. Phillips
Lauretta E. Merdian
Wm.'Greek
Helen Siewers
Benj. G. Hoyle
J. O. ‘Hill
F. A. 'Yanochowski
Lawrence ‘Peterman
R. S. Bayne
A. J. Iron‘monger
Edward J. Hoscheidt
Buddy Meier Hosts Seventh Birthday Party for Schoolmates
Buddy Meier invited twenty five of his little schoolmates to a party at his home for his seventh birthday this afternoon. Curtis will perform a magic trick and Buddy will present a motion picture show with his new outfit. After an hour of games, Mrs Meier served refreshments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buddy’ Meier
Curtis
Buddy
Sub Scribers Delays in Henry-News-Republican Mail
Our distant subscribers report non arrival of copies especially in Florida. Paper wrap methods used for shipments to Florida Chicago and Peoria are causing slow delivery. McNabb and other routes also experience delays at the post office. a Florida single wrap with printed return may appear next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry-News-Republican
Florida
Law
Chicago
Peoria
McNabb
Eye Lost After Steel Chip Flew From Chisel
William Feazel aged 25 lost his left eye after a steel chip flew from a chisel while he worked on a wagon in Belle Plain township. The injury occurred last Wednesday and the optic was removed at a Peoria hospital yesterday after the chip was removed the same day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Belle Plain Township
William Feazel
Peoria
Peeping Tom Seen Around Local Homes
Reports of a nocturnal Peeping Tom have unsettled residents. Several people claim to have seen a heavyset man, with his tracks found on porches and around houses. Some residents are arming themselves with guns ready to protect their homes.
Farm Sold at Putnam Estate in Dry Hollow Area
The Chuncey Bacon farm near Putnam totaling about 331 acres and the Putnam house and lot were sold Saturday. The farm fetched 31000 dollars and is now owned by the heirs. The house brought 1500 dollars and was bought by Mrs. Chauncey Bacon widow of the late Chauncey Bacon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chuncey Bacon
Dry Hollow
Putnam
Chauncey Bacon
Roller Skating Rink To Be Started In Henry
Beginning Saturday the young folks of Henry and hereabouts will have the opportunity of enjoying themselves at roller skating three nights a week. The pavilion has been rented by Henry Thompson of Marseilles for this purpose. Three hundred pairs of new skates have been secured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry
Henry Thompson
Marseilles
Corn Load Causes Floor Collapse in McNabb Store
A heavy load of seed corn cracked the joists and broke the floor of the Metzger grocery building in McNabb on Sunday night. About 1800 bushels dried seed corn toppled through the floor, though bracing under the joists and notching at the ends limited damage. Repairs are estimated at $150.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McNabb
Metzger Grocery
Fidelity Class Social Highlights Monthly Meeting
About twenty members of the Fidelity class of the Methodist church gathered Friday evening for their monthly social. A short business session approved a plan to take a silver offering at each meeting. Miss Emma Scott spoke on Folk Songs, followed by games and an auction led by Mrs. Sam Chesney using beans as money. Attendees wore outfits purchased at the sale, and refreshments were served by hostesses Mrs. F. E. Fuller, Mrs. Glen Anderson, Mrs. C. A. Cook, Mrs. W. R. Ransom, and Miss Olive E. Smith.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Methodist Church
Emma Scott
Sam Chesney
F. E. Fuller
Glen Anderson
C. A. Cook
W. R. Ransom
Olive E. Smith
Herry Couple Celebrate 61st Wedding Anniversary
The 61st anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Herry was reached Sunday. A small gathering of friends joined them for cards and refreshments that evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. J. Herry
Christian Church Missionary Society Meeting Notes
The Missionary Society of the Christian Church met January 8 with Mrs. J O Winship in the chair. Mrs Phillips led and devotional theme came from Altar Songs. Discussion covered What is Prayer and How Much Do We Believe in Prayer. Guests included Mrs Dunivan of Scranton and Mrs Cook.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Missionary Society of the Christian Church
J. O. Winship
Phillips
Bride to be Marie Fogarty feted at Lone Tree shower
Miss Marie Fogarty of Kear is to wed Raymond Pairin. About 35 guests attended a Sunday shower at John Carroll home in Lone Tree hosted by Mrs. Carroll and Mrs. William Barry. Gifts were presented by two girls in pink and white. The couple plans to marry at St. Joseph's Church on January 20.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marie ‘Fogarty
Kear
Putnam
John Carroll
Lone Tree
John Caroll
William Barry
Tiskilwa
Marie Fogarty
Raymond Pairin
Miss . Fogarty
Mary Jean Harrington
Marjorie Finnegan
Corn Meet Aims to Boost Use and Price Here
A January meeting in the corn industry is planned to promote higher use and price. It will resemble successful meetings in other counties and features prominent speakers as the program is arranged for the week after next.
Neighbors surprise Mrs. May Holton on birthday
About ten neighbors visited Tuesday evening to surprise Mrs. May Holton for her birthday. Games and a social hour followed, with refreshments served. She is staying with Mrs. Hillabrand until her new home is finished.
Belsly Family Welcomes First Child In La Con
Mr and Mrs Mark Belsly of La Con celebrate the arrival of a nine pound daughter born Sunday morning at a Peoria hospital. This is the couple's first child and the proud father is working harder than ever.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mark Belsly
Lacon
Peoria
Rev T C Anderson of La Prairie Dies at 63
Rev T C Anderson longtime La Prairie U P church pastor died Monday after two months of treatment for diabetes and tuberculosis at Ottawa sanitarium. Funeral services were held at La Prairie U P church with interment in the church cemetery. He was 63 and revered by his congregation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. C. Anderson
Ottawa
Robert Turnbull
R. H. Mohier
F. H. Gehr
Sparland
la Prairie
Ohio
Anderson
South
Tonica Upsets Swaney 18 16 For First Loss
Tonica defeated Swaney Five 18 to 16 in Friday night action ending Swaney’s 11 game streak. Allen scored a late basket with 25 seconds left to seal the win while Swaney missed two late free throws. Tonica Seconds won 9 to 4 in the curtain raiser.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Swaney
Tonica
Allen
Tonica Seconds
Ton
Bird clubs organized in Marshall County
County Superintendent W. E. King of Lacon organizes bird clubs in grade schools to learn about birds and be friends of birds. Pupils feed winter birds by attaching suet to trees or poles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. E. King of
Lacon
Marshall County
Mrs Charles Grahl and Son Return to Des Moines After Holidays
Mrs Charles Grahl and her little son Charles Phillips left Saturday for their home in Des Moines Iowa after visiting her parents Mr and Mrs L R Phillips and other relatives and friends for the holidays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles—Grahl
Charles Phillips
Des-Moines
L.R. Phillips
Child of Mr and Mrs Bernard Newhalfen Passes Away
Infant William Lennis Newhalfen, born December 23 1926, died Sunday at home after illness marked by whooping cough and pneumonia. Survived by parents two grandfathers William Newhalfen and William Gray. Funeral mass at St Joseph Church Monday at 9:30 AM with Catholic cemetery interment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William _Lennis
Bernard Newhalfen
Precoius
William Lennis
William ‘Newhalfen
William Gray
St. Josephig Church
Monnday
Rail line reaches temporary schedule agreement at Granville
Temporary experimental agreement with the New York Central Railroad has been reached between the railroad and the respondent in the matter of abandoning passenger trains on the west end between Streator and Zearing. A passenger coach and a combination mail and express car will be attached to the Local train leaving Streator at six and arriving Granville at 7 30, one hour earlier than the current schedule.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New-York Central Railroad
West End
Streator
Zearing
Granville
Wife and infant die in Toledo Ohio
Mrs Will Seitz and her newborn are reported to have died in Toledo Ohio in December. The mother passed away December 16 and the baby a few days later. Mrs Seitz was the daughter-in-law of Mrs Josephine Seitz of this city and had visited relatives in Henry at various times. Harry Seitz of Kansas City was the only relative who could be at...
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Will Seitz
Toledo
Seitz
Josephine Seitz
Henry
Harry Seitz
Kansas City
Putnam County Supervisors Buy New County Farm
The Putnam county supervisors purchased the Frank P. Hamm farm at the courthouse sale on Friday January 8. The 160 acre well improved farm near Hennepin features a Delco electric lighting system and will serve as the new county farm. The price was 139 dollars per acre.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Putnam County
Frank P. Hamm
Court House
Delco
Hennepin
Tonica Co operative Shipping Association Meets
About eighteen members attended the Tonica Co operative Shipping Association annual meeting. The group reports a successful year with 125 members and total shipments slightly down from 1924 yet payments to shippers near 60 000. Handing expenses totaled 665 75 and loss claims 11 17.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tonica Co-operative Shipping Association
Coe
Former Henry Residents Celebrate Silver Wedding
Mr and Mrs W B Kirkpatrick longtime Elgin residents formerly of this city were feted on their silver wedding anniversary. The celebration featured Christmas decorations a buffet luncheon and a nuptial cake with a bride s bouquet. The couple united in Quincy twenty five years ago and have lived in Etzin twelve years. Their son Harter Kirkpatrick performed a song during the reception and both are active in local fraternal and service groups.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. B. Kirkpatrick
Elgin
Quincy
Etzin
Harter Kirkpatrick
Kirkpatrick
Scout Council of
Bethel
Rotary—club
Masonic Orders
Larkin Board
Claude Bjork Marries Anna Starkey in Streator
At Streator today Claude Bjork of Varna and Miss Anna Starkey of Streator wed at the bride's parents home. Claude, son of Mr and Mrs Albert Bjork of Varna, is employed in Streator where the couple will reside.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Streator
Claude Bjork
Varna
Anna—Starkey
Kis
Claude
Albert Bjork
Elevator at Wilbern Razed by Fire Last Thursday
Fire of undetermined origin destroyed the Wilbern elevator last Thursday morning. About 7,000 bushels of corn and oats were burned. The blaze was found around 6 30 by pumping-station workers but firefighting could not stop it. Insurance unspecified. The structure dated from fifteen years ago when Wilbern was built.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilern
Bern
Agricultural Conference Called by Gov Small in Chicago
Governor Len Small calls an agricultural conference for Friday January 15 at 1 30 p m in the Hotel La Salle Chicago. The letter goes to Farm Bureau leaders Illinois Agricultural Association Farmers Institutes bankers chambers of commerce statewide and is sent to newspapers urging representation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Len Small
Hotel la Salle
Chicago
Illinois Agricultural Association
Farmers’ Institutes
Illinois
New Officers of Farmers Institute Elected at Lacon
At the closing session of the Marshall County Farmers Institute in Lacon, Charles Antrim was chosen president, Roland Doyle became vice president, and Eugene Kunkle was elected secretary treasurer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marshall County Farmers’ Institute
Lacon
Charles Antrim
Roland Doyle
Eugene Kunkle
Elzie Smith Farm Sells for 200 Per Acre
The 200 acre farm of Elzie Smith in Whitefield township sold to William Rowe at 200 dollars per acre totaling 48000 dollars. It is now being farmed by Charles Hunt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elzie Smith
Whitefield Township
William Rowe
Charles Hunt
Joe Meyers Weds Detroit Girl in Chicago
Joe Meyers son of Mr and Mrs Ed Meyers married Miss Helen McMillas of Detroit Michigan in Chicago on November 14 following a University of Illinois courtship. Meyers formerly with the Associated Press in Chicago and Louisville will reside in Louisville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe Meyers
Detroit
Chicago
Ed. Meyers
Helen McMillas
Mich
University of Illinois
Meyers
Associated Press
Louisville
Kiwanis Club Names New Officers for Year
At the Kiwanis meeting last week the club installed new officers for the year. J. L. Jones was elected president with A. J. Ironmonger as vice president, Charles P. Green secretary, L. R. Phillips treasurer, and C. O. Pogemiller trustee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kiwanis Club
J. L. Jones
A. J. Ironmonger
Charles P. Green
L. R. Phillips
C. O. Pogemiller
Ralph Childs Sale Tops Prices at Auction
The Ralph Childs sale of farm equipment Tuesday drew strong bids with horses selling up to 140 dollars and a cow at 75 dollars. Machinery also sold well, totaling 3269 dollars in receipts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ralph Child
Second Son Arrives for Mr and Mrs Baker
Mr and Mrs R H Baker welcome a fine eight pound baby boy named James Richard born Thursday. The third child, a boy, brings joy to the twins and all are doing nicely.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. H. Baker
James Richard
Infant son Roy Lester Fredricka passes away
The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Lester Fredricka died after a brief illness. Born December 1, he lived six weeks before succumbing to complications from whooping cough and pneumonia. Survived by four siblings, funeral service was held at the home, with burial in City cemetery. the family resides near the farm and Mr. Fredricka works for Miss Mary Steele.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs
Lester Fredricka
Roy Lester
Fredricka
Twen
Mary Steele
Pioneer Mary Griffith laid to rest near McNabb
Mary Griffith born February 7 1831 in Salem Ohio a Clear Creek pioneer known for education reform and charity died after two weeks illness at 94 years. Funeral held Friday at her son’s home near McNabb with burial in Friends cemetery. She left two sons W G Griffith and Walter G Griffith a daughter Edith Mills and many grandchildren and great grandchildren.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Griffith
Society of Friends
Masnoha Grange
Friends’ Cemetery
McNabb
W. G. Griffith
Mc‘Nabb
Mary
Clear Creek
Salem
Ohio
Susan
Isaac Wotan
George Griffith
Anna
Wilson
Luella Griffith
Wm. V.griffith
Geyserville
Calif
Walter
Griffith
Edith M. Mills
Turlock
Mroning
Grif Fite
W. C. \oyrT
Aes
W. v. Griffith
California
Lyman Votaw
Elizabeth
Margaret
Neoga
B., Flitcraft
Oak Park
Eldon Votaw
Chicago
Ll. S. Griffith
Amboy
Max Fritschel
Milwaukee
Wis
Enida Griffith
Cleveland
Shirley Griffith
Champaign
Lancaster
Dixon
Lela Miller
Low'Point
Alice Wilson
Hannah Gantz
Venona
Florence Given
Tonica
Will Griffith
Edna Barr
Gertrude Gray
Lostent
Evelyn Does
Leland Burdette
Walter Griffith
J. Turner-Mills
A. J. Wolf
Wunder Relocated to Peoria Oil Station on Adams Street
Pete Wunder, former manager of a local oil station, is transferred to Peoria to oversee an Adams Street station. The Wunder family plans to move about February 1, leasing their Shred Street home to Mr. and Mrs. Stewart Lutes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pete Wunder
Peoria
Adams Street
Wunder
Shred Street
Stewart ‘Lutes
Twelfth Birthday Party for Miss Maxine Applegate
Miss Maxine Applegate hosted a Saturday afternoon birthday party at her home for her twelfth birthday. Friends included Mary Potter Mary Jane Forbes Helen Onyan Frances Waug Hop Carol Heininger Maxine Friday Alta Mercer Edna Hawksworth Mildred Woods Ethel Edith Yaeger Tessa Sleater Elsie Henkins and Budie Waughop.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maxine Applegate
Mary Potter
Mary Jane Forbes
Helen Onyan
Frances Waughop
Carol Heininger
Maxine Friday
Alta Mercer
Edna Hawksworth
Mildred Woods
Ethel
Edith Yaeger
Tessa Sleater
Elsie Henkins
Budie’ Waughop
Pythian Sisters Install Officers in January Ceremony
Pythian Sisters Henry Temple No 317 held their installation Wednesday evening with Hazel Hunton as installing officer Jeannette Nielsen Grand Senior Alberta Smith Grand Manager MEE AROUED SENS FNS P C June Heininger M E C Bernice Greer E S Mae Heininger KE J Margaret Yarger Mgr Alberta Smith M of R and G Gladys Sivell M of F Jennie Latourette Protector Mabelle Williams Guard Louise McVicker. After ceremonies guests enjoyed lunch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Temple No
Pythian Sisters
Hazel Hunton
Jeannette Nielsen
Alberta Smith
Mee Aro Ued
SENS
FNS
P. C
June Heininger
Bernice Greer
E. S
Mae Heininger
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R. N
Hla
Henry National
Fidelity
Christian Church Missionary Society
BIG Corn
May Holton
Brighten
Mrs. Belsly
Inarshall County
RAIL
Toledo, HI
Putnam Co
Supervisors
Shippers Association Meeting
Bjork
Varna, Mar
Wilbern
Officers OF Farmers’ ‘Institute
Kiwanis
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