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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1893
Page
4
The pension bureau says 2560 pensioners under the 1990 act will be dropped unless they prove eligibility by July 15. The report notes delays and calls for patience as reforms reduce the pension rolls.
Last week a relay bicycle event linked Guy Boles of Iowa to Guy Altgeld in Springfield. The 825 mile distance aimed for under 25 hours with an average speed near 13 mph, illustrating bicycles as a potentially efficient military tool.
A western editor laments mismatched roles from skilled speakers to suited workers. He argues fraternity aids belonging and connectivity, noting urban isolation expands identity, and that the fraternity ideal is beneficial for mutual responsibility and interest.
The dog days of Sirius begin July 10 and end August 25 with beliefs of animal rabies and human boils. The St Louis Journal of Agriculture urges farmers to hold wheat ahead of a projected global shortage. Authorities forecast a 100 million bushel deficit, US output at 383 million, last year’s surplus 67 million, with home demand at 370 million and England seeking 250 million.
Visitors from Divlcia admire the Illinois State Building costing 250000 in the White City. The display highlights agriculture, geology, forestry, horticulture, grain statistics, and native timbers, with rooms for governor, women’s department, post office, and public services.
The Chicago sanitary trustees accepted an invitation to inspect the Illinois River and plan a fall boat trip from La Salle to study lower river conditions. The board urged state and federal attention, with a waterway 14 feet deep and removal of dams once the drainage channel is completed to ensure navigation from Shengo to the Mississippi.
A Kansas People's Party sage claimed all bank money in pockets would help the country. The piece argues bank deposits belong to depositors and flow back as loans, circulating among the people. It notes money comes from selling goods or borrowing with collateral, and cites a western stump speaker’s quip that the need is more collateral.
The American Newspaper Directory of 1893 shows 6102 of 20984 papers rated ay meaning over 800 copies. About 12,000 papers have no such rating, under 800 copies, with fewer than 4000 rated above 800. The top titles issuing more than 800 copies are rare, while 10,000 copies per issue could influence a proprietor’s prominence.
An 1860s Lincoln Times excerpt discusses merchants pressing for prompt settlements as grain is held for better prices. It notes debtors who delay pay strain merchant credit and risk shipment closures, while still being solvent overall.
The Enquirer notes talk of a new north south railroad linking coal lands near Chillicothe. The Chicago Northwestern and Santa Fe are named as possible builders with surveys from Chillicothe to Peoria. Robi Crew of Streator plans a shaft three miles north on his land to mine coal as a Spar land vein is targeted.
The piece urges fraternal differences among churches and joint work for society. It argues no denomination is unnecessary, the Lord’s vineyard should be cultivated by all, and time spent wrangling or boasting harms the broader aim of saving the world.
The article argues ministers must provide for their families and future needs using proper means, not relying on miracles. It condemns the idea that ministers should labor for subsistence while others claim vast compensation, urging fair pay and end to discrimination against clergy. Cox
The article explains butterine made from butter oil neutral lard and oleo oil. It notes beef fat derived oleo oil and Aratate seed oil as components and describes processing to neutralize flavors. It also previews The New Peterson August issue and its contents with promotion.
This notice warns customers against imitations and promotes Ballard's Snow Liniment as a scientifically proven penetrating remedy. It claims to cure rheumatism neuralgia sprains bruises wounds cuts sciatic and inflammatory pains and more, sold by Powell's Drug Store.
Bucklen Arnica Salve touted as the best salve for cuts bruises burns sores and various skin issues. It promises guaranteed satisfaction or a refund with a price of 25 cents and is offered for sale by Dr Powell.
Transfers since our last issue show Nathan Q Tanquary to James Tanquary and Leavitt taking part of Lot Nathan in Toluca. Gillett to Bartolomes with Lots 25 and 26 in Toluca. Gray to Alfred J Ping Sr with Lot 12 Block 19 in Wenons. Also mentions perodicals taken at the office.
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