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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1914
Page
4
Local items report visits by John Kline and John Schwarz, with Mrs G A Zeller and Dr. G A Zeller guests at Governor Dunne reception in Springfield. Notes on residents, repairs, family visits, and upcoming tax list, church events, and school board elections.
A called city council meeting on April 22 1914 canvassed ward alderman votes. Wombacher and Doelzer led in First and Third wards with majorities. Parker and Bauter elected for vacancies. The session adjourned after confirming these outcomes and noting other business. The Woman's Club met April 20 addressing home duties and club influence on youth morals with discussions and refreshments.
Voters cast 337 total ballots as Republicans and Democrats contest mayoral seats and council posts. In the First Ward John B Parker wins re election, while in the Second Ward Clyde Bauter and John Fehbring secure alderman roles amid mixed party support. In the Third Ward Alex Doelzer leads a Democratic slate with Clyde Bauter challenging.
Nellie Paris Harlin extols home training guiding youth toward truth, honor, self control, and patriotism. She emphasizes portraying noble characters, fulfilling duties, and pursuing true goodness to achieve lasting personal satisfaction and societal betterment.
Harold Barry and Alden Dunn spent Sunday in Henry and Amelia. A school election Monday evening produced 26 votes with Mrs WIT Yar ger and Irving Snider as candidates. Snider won by a large majority. A child named Stella Virginia Barnes is improving under Dr Hess. Charley Bean’s colt incident led to a humorous rescue as friends helped retrieve his hat. An insurance agent filled out a question blank about appendicitis, jokingly mixing surgery and curiosity.
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