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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1892
Page
6
An advertisement promotes Glorias or Lawns Blownes in black and colors, plain China Silks from 29 cents, printed India Silks 39 cents to 1 dollar a yard, glaze silks for blouses, brocaded China Silks, Crepe de Chene Silks and other fashionable fabrics. Samples available by mail if unable to visit.
Mrs Gould 18 enjoying a visit from her nox. Rt. M. Barnes attended court in Metamora. Phil McMann of Muneter visited his mother. Jack Shaw and Kelper did mason work in Varna. Mrs John Locket called to Maine by illness. Unseasonable weather slows new house work. Hiram Wilkes moved to Mrs Turbitt’s house and improves. Sige Curtis moved into Theo Lane’s house. Rebekah lodge held a supper and big blowout. Sparland attended. Congregational entertainment at Temperance hall. supper 6 to 10. Bert Green home from Chicago on crutches. Son George died at Denver after cancer. City election aldermen elected: N ward Dan McGill and Jos Pampbell. Zi ward W L Westcott. 8 ward P McOune. Rev Carr resigns to move to Vermont. Farewell reception for Jim Mondey at Temperance hall. M E church Easter exercises in morning. Congregational in evening with Gates Ajar. Churches decorated with plants and flowers.
A mix of town news includes visitors and departures from William Riddell and family, Chillicothe Enquirer staff in town, Peoria grand opera advertising, and several residents including Qol McClanahan and Uncle James Gallup planning travel. Odd Fellows social time, community improvements, and painting projects surround daily life as households prepare for changes.
R McDougall of Auburn Indiana says a years long heart trouble with pulse stoppage and tender left side was cured by one bottle of Dr Miles New Heart Cure after visiting several doctors. An elegant book titled New and Startling Facts is offered free at Dr Powell's drugstore.
A Varna report lists a horse owned by August Hall injured after a fall, Chicago trip for Ed Norton to buy summer goods, Toluca visitors Hattie Shields and Nan Bayne plus Washburn relatives, and Thel O G T initiating seven members. The local society now has 88 members and anti license foes prompt new licence requests while a man offered 1600 for rights over manhood. Rural teachers traveled east briefly. one retains an old name unknown to editors.
Whitefield updates cover elected director Willard Mallory in Union district and a missing cattle head for Roger Rowe. Weather drought fuels forest fires as Whitefield promotes home industry with butter and eggs priced a cent higher per dozen than Henry. Town hall committee drafts building specs for bids in two weeks. May 7 meeting at Niblock's shop. Sunday school organized at Niblock schoolhouse with Charles Aukland superintendent. Local boxing notes reference a draw between Will and Burt in Saratoga with a rematch planned once boots and rings are arranged.
The ad touts Electric Bitters as a remedy for weakness from La Grippe and general fatigue. It claims the product supports liver, stomach, and kidneys and offers lasting relief from sick headache. A single trial is promised to convince, with large bottles priced at 50 cents at Dr Powell's drugstore.
Mrs George Snell Yeits friends in Peoria this week, Dr Willis delegates from Bureau to Republican state convention. Three runaways in one week with two genuine and one rumor. Will Wright sick at Henry then back at Corners. ponies attached to a surrey belong to J. W Morgan of Lacon. molasses spill after Worthington’s run. St Patrick's Pills praised by J Reynolds of Mayfield Ky, sold by J. W. Nicce.
Sol Fulks retires from his merchant tailoring business and Sam Fulks & Bro continue the firm. The remains of H C Woolf were interred in Wenona cemetery after arriving from Peoria. Wenona held a quiet city election with one alderman race ending in a tie for Mr Woolf and Mr Spargrove. The town will be wet for at least another year. A single ticket chose the new Wenona board of education with Af. A. Gallaher Edwin Gants R F Taconey W Marshall Stateler and D C Stat er as members.
Mrs J Berkinhead joins friends in Peoria during spring visit. A M Root and wife visited on the prairie Sunday. Harry and Will Scott plan an 80 by 60 by 24 foot barn this spring. Mrs Wilbur Bradford of Denver is here to care for her father. Mrs X C Wilmot elected school director in district No8. Local women may vote and hold office. Armstrong returns home after caring for his father. Rob Turnbull back from Nebraska, hopes to help on the base. Band boys drilled at Wilmors. summer concerts and a supper are talked about. An ad claims Miles Pills cure liver stomach and bowels through nerves. 50 doses cost 26 cents. samples at Powell’s Drug Store Henry fils.
An old advertisement claims Herbine cures liver stomach and bowel disorders. It asserts a sound liver prevents illness and lists symptoms like jaundice indigestion and fever. Sold by Dr F A Powell for 75 cents with no equal as a liver medicine.
Our achsol closes the frat week to May and three will graduate. Blind Boone appears Monday night. Mr Thorowwo has returned from Peoria after treatment with unknown benefit. At the school election last Tuesday twenty seven women voted. Locals are scarce while plans include Dr Taylor building a new house and street lamps for Mag polia. The new city board signals cleaning effort and street renovations. The Rolly House runs a fine family grocery as a wagon delivers goods to farmers.
Mrs Kelso returns from Eureks Roanoke Duncan and Milo Minnie Hawkins visits old friends en route from Lacon to Chicago Daniel Wann rents Elijah Hewkins shop plans move from Arkansas Sparling district school vote yields four voters four ballots no two alike John Sparling elected director James Giltner oversees church progress in town funeral held for Courtland Condit two years nine months at the Christian church with Elder Parker officiating.
Reports from Brush college note four ladies voted for a school director. Isaac Hank, once badly injured by a wood saw, now moves without a crutch. Moses L Perdew learns of a nephew’s death when a tree he cut fell unexpectedly, killing him instantly. Funeral services were held for Claud Huber and Willard Morgerson, with obituaries for Mrs John E B Stewart.
Rev Doney preached at Mr church Monday night. Samuel Sutcliffe visited his son Alfred at Streator Sunday. Blind Boooe Concert Co at Granville drew a crowd last Saturday. Literary entertainment at the high school Friday night closed for summer. W C Pallorgge visited his sister Mrs Jennie Cunningham of Chillicothe Monday returning Tuesday. Marriage at bride’s parents on Hennepin prairie Wednesday April 27, August Winterscheidt and Nellie Nash wed. A large company attended and many presents given. John Park of Beaver Creek Mine endorses Chamberlain’s Pain Balm after winter swelling. one 50 cent bottle relieved him fully.
Arch Travis moved to Sparl and Andy Morse lost a valuable horse last week as farmers plow. Miss Eckerd of Hennepin helps her school. Adam Lippert and Lawrence have a sister visiting Geneseo. George Risemire elected school director, replacing Ben Packingham. Mrs C H Ransom and daughter Ios spent Sunday with Mrs Pack. Sympathy offered to the families of Amanda Milla Claud and Zella Michener. Nellie Ann Shields, 77, dies. tributes recall her as a Christian woman loved by all.
The Boston Fair 5 and 10 Cent Store cites itself as the only first class Marshall County shop. It declares it remains at the old stand and promises ever lower prices in every department with the largest stock and best goods, inviting readers to follow the crowd.
Sunday gatherings and dances near Whitefield. A Bradford girl escapes serious harm after a cart mishap. Lain McKean alarm clock quirk at school. Rumor hints Geo Mailett and Flora Enis wed on April 27. An old resident hints at upcoming events as gossip fills the page.
The ad warns buyers to choose Ag t sarsaparilla, not other brands, noting it is made from the Honduras root and highly concentrated items. It cautions that poor choices can worsen the disease being treated.
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