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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1903
Page
6
A speech urged broadening the secondary curriculum to meet modern needs and industries. It argued for living languages, electrical and hydraulic studies, and technical training alongside classical work, citing engineers, architects, and industry as future roles for graduates.
The text argues the secondary school should help boys discover themselves and the external world through a broad curriculum. It emphasizes open windows and doors in education, matching strengths to occupations, and recommends robust manual training to develop mental, moral, and physical faculties, citing Eliot James and Hall.
Corning on Sept 26 marks the opening of the eight day Springfield state fair with a revised premium list and new rings. A prominent new Woman's Building will house a restaurant and hospital facilities while a large Dairy Building replaces the fire-destroyed prior structure. The Coliseum nearly doubles in size to hold about 10 000 guests and a covered annex will display vehicles. Visitors will enjoy free show ring access and rain protection via new covered walks. Railroads offer half fare and extra trains to accommodate crowds.
A Washington dispatch notes the new department of commerce will oversee major world trade sectors. It cites census figures and estimates that total U S and world commerce reached about twenty billion dollars by 1908, with rapid growth in manufacture agriculture minerals and internal trade.
Testimonials from Oscar Ostrom and A G Clark recount relief from persistent catarrh after using Ely's Cream Balm. Ostrom notes marked improvement enabling work, while Clark reports being entirely well. Product touted as non irritating with no sneezing. Availability via Ely Brothers in New York and druggists at 50 cents.
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