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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1885
Page
8
A writer argues that reckless saving harms both body and prospects. He contrasts two men with equal funds, one choosing cheap, seedy lodgings and clothing, the other investing in decent attire and accommodations to gain better social traction and opportunities.
Daniel Ward, a blacksmith, demonstrated a threshing attachment that cuts bands and feeds grain into a thresher. At George Worley’s residence, a test used oats, a carrier, and revolving knives to cut bands and a cylinder rake to feed grain. The device worked imperfectly but shows potential for a useful patent. The piece also notes tonic advertisements and a controversy over who printed a historic wall paper edition of the Vicksburg Citizen.
The infirmarian of Mount St. Clements College in Ichester Maryland reports Red Star Cough Cure gave relief in a severe consumption case. After its use, restless nights and night sweats disappeared.
A period column praising farm progress and equipment. It notes steamer power in oats farming, 75 acres in shock for Edward Fountain and 40 for William Smith, plus the impact of stubble, fall plowing, and rapid grain saving with improved reapers and binders. The piece ends with a weather mention and admiration of the Hen nepin well.
The text notes how resentments can outlast friendships, claiming people will remember a single offense long after many favors. It mentions Tongaline use for neuralgia by R. W. Brady, B.D., of Honesdale, Pennsylvania, as a claimed remedy.
Richard Tremain Jr brings a stalk of Indian yellow corn with seven fully formed ears from his father’s Whitefield farm. The author notes nature’s abundance yet suggests the ears are smaller due to overproduction. The piece also mentions Ayer’s Cathartic Pills as a medical aid for stomach, liver, and bowel disorders and remarks on Mr and Mrs Samuel Parker and son William enjoying social visits this week.
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