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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1919
Page
11
Sparland briefs report visits by residents to Henry and Peoria, sales and land talks in Nebraska, school news from Normal, a centenary movement sermon by Rev L M Thompson, a May wedding in Lacon, and the death of Henry Maxwell aged 76 with Civil War service noted.
The obituary recalls Elder Maxwell family roots and a man who served as color bearer in Company I, Pennsylvania infantry, discharged Elmira June 24, 1865. A Winebrennerian by birth, he attended M B church in Sparland, lived a prayerful life, and was mourned with a church service led by Rev Bowlin and Rev Johnson. Interment followed in Sparland cemetery. relatives traveled from several states to attend. Card of Thanks accompanies notes of sympathy and flowers.
The item notes Emma Horner plans a porch addition at her Steuben home. It mentions Oral Bell of Henry Oklahoma, and reflects on local outlook and wheat conditions showing a strong year. It also recalls visits from Charles Maxwell and wife for a funeral, and Randolph Tanner’s spring work.
Farmer’s note advises keeping Chamberlain remedies for minor ailments to avoid trips to town. LaPrairie reports a Lacon high school glee club concert at the Methodist church with varied program. Baby boy James Kenneth Stotler dies at Camp Grove. funeral at Saratoga church. Local visits include Robert Kelley aiding pastor, Mrs. Alice Coleman at the parsonage, and William Stewartson visiting. Easter program planned by the Methodist Sunday school. Mary B Smith improving from influenza. Easter egg drive for Normal Baby Fold. John Aitchison listed as improving but critically ill.
An old advertisement mix promotes B. A. Thomas Poultry Remedy as a tonic and bowel trouble cure for chicks and offers a home remedy with Farris Healing Oil. Several local sellers are listed. Also promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for whooping cough and notes funeral services advertisement dated December 27.
An advertisement asserts kidney disease signals and urges immediate use of Gold Medal Haarlem Oil Capsules. It promises rapid relief, improved health within 24 hours, and ongoing daily use to prevent future attacks, with money back if ineffective.
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