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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1912
Page
9
Local advertisement dated Thursday August 22 1912 lists George A Burt and associates as proprietors of 2 George Burt, with notation on outlet or business designation. details appear as a brief business notice in the periodical.
The Presbyterian church plans a pension system for clergy with a current fund of 2,000,000 and aim to grow to 10,000,000. Clergymen would contribute 35 cents weekly to receive a 500 dollar annual annuity in old age. The note also covers other topics from banking to public policy commentary.
A serialized opinion piece rebuts calls to break tariff barriers, drawing a Holland dam analogy. It argues tariffs support prosperity by protecting American industry, warning that flattening walls would flood markets, reduce wages, and shut factories, citing Governor Wilson and global tariff practices.
An advertisement for Ayer’s Pills from the J G Ayer Company of Lowell Massachusetts cautions readers about stimulant claims and urges consulting a doctor before use. It emphasizes long-standing use of the remedy for over sixty years and advises asking a physician first.
The snippet lists prize amounts for events including a 50 Yard Dash and Potato Race with first and second prizes, a Mile Run with first to third place prizes, and a Mule Race in Harness offering 1st to 2nd prizes. It reflects a mid 20th century rural fair competition featuring cash awards.
The speaker condemns Democratic tariff reduction, arguing it would flood the American market with foreign goods, cost American jobs, and devalue domestic production. Emphasizing the need to remove abuses behind tariffs rather than dismantling the wall, the call favors careful, expert-guided reductions.
Colonel Frederick H. Smith, GOP nominee for Congress, emphasizes endorsement by Progressive line. Letter to Hon. W. M. Allen details primary nomination, party unity, and intent to align with Progressive Republicans in the House. Includes mention of Chamberlain's remedy and unrelated drug references.
Rev B Edminston a pioneer Riverside California pastor died Monday August 5 1912 after months of ill health. He came to Riverside 31 years ago from Henry Illinois with his family and organized the New Jerusalem church where he served as pastor since. Funeral services were held at the New Jerusalem church on Lotua and Sixth streets conducted by Rev V Joseph Los Angeles Gal Press about congress st can
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