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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1897
Page
2
Canvassers solicit orders for enlarging pictures at fair prices, then promise big profits. They say the framed picture is delivered after sale and often sell at enormous prices, ranging from two dollars fifty cents to eighty five dollars.
An advertising notice promotes portrait frames sold at one dollar. It highlights large frames with 6 to 8 inch moulding, oak options, silver and gold finishes, 16x50 glass, wire and nails, ready to hang. Also mentions a complete Gad option for one dollar.
The Henry Republican notes Whe Street Committee and Mr Frommel contest a Times summary. It cites council minutes from July 13 and 15 1896 and questions Frommel’s claim that the minutes misrepresent his role. It asks whether he approved minutes he now disputes and recalls Turnquist's limited experience.
Just before yesterdays rain, around two oclock, the acuteiy homestead of the late John Van Horn, half a mile east of Magnolia, burned. A detached summer kitchen near the southeast corner touched off the blaze and quickly spread to the main house, leaving only ruins. Mrs Van Horn and her daughters Samantha and Cynthia escaped but the furniture, piano, organ, and family treasures were lost along with about 100 dollars in cash. The insured value is 4000 with Magnolia Township Insurance. Van Horn was known as the inventor of the detached sickle teeth and the Van Horn corn sheller. The family is well regarded. sympathy is widespread. It is unclear if rebuilding will occur.
The Big 4 Races drew strong attendance as track conditions improved after two days of fine weather. Racing featured fast trot and pace events with 40 top horses, including Little Pete and Iowa Phil, and a dramatic collision near the wire in the 2.45 trot heat. Special features included a Roman exhibition on horseback and balloon demonstrations enhancing the program.
The Rex carries passengers from upstream towns to races with Captain Peavey as new pilot on the B Rex while O Harra resigns for health. Ships ground at LaSalle and return trips include 76 cent race-ground tickets from all ports. The City of Peoria organizes an Eastern Star excursion to Henry with Promoters Elsworth Potter and Masonic groups, returning to Peoria by night.
Mr Frommel stresses labor concerns and votes as he discusses cement walks. He claims funds mostly pay for cement and planks while noting money may drain away to TOFD and urging construction of walks and plank walks.
A new preparation Graino O made of pure grains appears in all grocery stores as a coffee substitute. It costs about 4 per package and is claimed safe for delicate stomachs and children.
Six excursions scheduled along the Rock Island route to Oklahoma district Kansas and Texas. Tickets are one fare for round trip plus 82.00. Dates August 3–17 September 7–21 and October 6–19. Inquiries through any Rock Island ticket agent or John Sebastian G P A Chicago Til.
Bucklen Arnica Salve advertised as best salve for cats bruises sores ulcers and skin eruptions with money back guarantee and five cent per box price. Dr Powell sells Buckeye Pile Ointment claiming rapid healing through scientific certainty with guaranteed results and increasing sales. Tubes and bottles priced 600 and 750 respectively. For sale by Dr Powell.
Henry council met at 8 p m with Mayors and Aldermen present. Bids for cement walks were opened with J Schick winning at 90 cents per square yard plus bond. other items include park work, lighting, and a request to repaint the city cannon with two coats for eight dollars.
Court records show proof of adjustment and final settlements in the probate docket. Ann Smith and Mary Dresser are noted. appointments, inventories, and administratrix bonds are recorded. Several estate actions including dismissals, claims of account, and court orders are listed with administrator and executor names.
Multiple transfers listed including Peter Oettinger to Herman Poed and to Herman Reederer for parcels in LaCon and Toluca with warranties. Edward Newman to Henry J Miller for Lot 3 in Santa Fe Toluca. Clara Leigh to Sidney Reston for Lots 1 and 2 in Smiths Add Lacon. Caroline Bucklin to Mark Powers quit claim on Ball’s Add Lacon. Georg A Hopple to F H Harnes Lots 11-12 in SFist Add Toluca. Marytta Justice to Rose Steven son and Jennie Davis quit claim. Walter H Dodd to Janet Monter warranty in Saratoga. and others in Toluca and Belle Plain areas.
The notice records several real estate transfers: George Ax Hopper to Fred B Harms and J F Buck involving lots 11 and 12 in the Santa Fe 1st addition Toluca. Fred A Raymond and wife to Henry C Burkhart concerning 3 cent lot 266 in Henry.
Leslie E Clawson Esq and Dr Emma L McCallum wed at the Clawson cottage near the Sanitorium Lake Geneva amid a small circle of relatives. Clawson a Marshall County native, seasoned attorney, Michigan Medical graduate Dr McCallum will continue practicing locally. Wedding trip postponed to early autumn.
A south Pacific railroad conductor extols Chamberlains Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as a cure for stomach ailments. The notice notes heavy use by travelers and mentions a for sale by Dr Owell and Dr Mills relocation to Decatur after leaving Clear Creek. Dr Mills is described as a capable Chicago-trained veterinary graduate.
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