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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1897
Page
8
A garbled excerpt from Eldorado Republican riffs on meat versus vegetarian lore tied to historic wars and societal vigor. It weaves disjointed phrases about Napoleon Waterloo Appomattox and hog meat with odd moral musings on diet and vitality.
The Milwaukee convention closin g session adopted resolutions stressing education as more than instruction. It urged schools to enrich public sentiment, foster respect for law, and remain free from partisan influence while cooperating with home and social forces. It also noted remarks on women’s roles and advised broader civic reforms.
A Riverside District grange column offers practical farming tips on storage, tools, and soil care. It stresses feeding land to avoid starved crops, protecting workers from heat, and using straw under vines. The note compares farmer and pig fortunes and praises the todd as a helper against pests. It also mentions butter from Lew Station selling in Europe and urges continued corn cultivation with short-swingletrees.
The article discusses European wheat shortages and reliance on U S farmers. It warns against delaying harvesting, urges shelter for grain, and notes risks to oats and corn yields, with timing targets for October and September frost risk. It emphasizes prudent stacking, weather impacts, and a cautious farm prognosis.
Preparations for Magnolia Grange Fair run September 22 to 24 as organizers urge every superintendent and county citizen to contribute. A $300 prize and special premiums aim to encourage agricultural improvement, thorough methods, and strong exhibits in the spacious halls.
The notice mentions many fine horses in the country likely to attend the fair and win the $35 prize for time well spent. It also notes extra cattle nearby heading to the fair to advertise themselves and claim money.
Our fair will feature vegetables grains fruits poultry and pantry goods with art and Needlework also in ample supply. Children are already working for a fine show and the competition for special premiums is expected to be strong. Teachers in neighboring counties are urged to prepare solid exhibits from schools this fall to spur interest and support for the public library and district.
An advertisement promotes a urine test to diagnose kidney issues with a 24 hour sediment indicating disease. It also an offers free pamphlets from Dr Kilmer Co and lists subscription deals combining The Henry Republican Inter Ocean Farm Journal and other publications with prices and a note about visiting card styles.
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