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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1905
Page
5
A retailer touts loyal customers who buy with confidence and spread the word. The piece emphasizes value and generous offers, stating giving better value is the greatest pleasure. A brief note notes FALL MILLINERY and a new shipment arriving today.
A large fall clothing display features advance styles for men youths and boys in latest fabrics with affordable prices. Men suits range from 3.75 to 12.59 and shoes cover every size from narrow to wide. Brands Douglas George E Keith and Queen Quality Duttenhaler are highlighted for value and long standing customer satisfaction.
Daily shipments bring Grand Rapids bought stock to this store making the finest furniture selection in Central Illinois. July purchase price cited as basis for low sale prices. Next week large dry goods and clothing stock expected as buyer Mr J Watercott sources items in New York City. If you cannot visit, request by mail.
Local items list dentists, wagon makers, piano dealers, druggists, a Sunday school convention at Magnolia, an excursion to Wichita, and an upcoming Bradford races. Community notes include preaching at the Christian church, baseball tournament dates, and social happenings in Henry and nearby towns with multiple names and places.
Albert Smith of Ghiliste returns from East Tennessee while L A Meier and family come home from a trip. The Peoria Maronettes and Henry Reds clash at Pavillon Park next Sunday. Various visits, funerals, church services, mining notices, and community gatherings are reported with multiple named residents and places across Henry and nearby towns.
William Hill visits his brother J C Hill in Streator. Worley returns to Peoria after a weekend. Mrs Baguley delays Florida plans due to yellow fever. The M E church introduces a new song book The Finest of the Wheat No 3. Motter and Doran speak in Bradford. A Cuba bound buyer visits J Watercott & Co. J Haddon aids a Bureau County game warden and fines imposed for license and game. Tomatoes spark staking debate among growers. Mrs Stark and Mrs Motter attend driving club events in Peoria. Town boosters call for faith and effort to build prosperity and advertise locally. An August to-do list and mentions of local figures and a steamer event close the page.
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