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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1891
Page
4
In a recent address Governor Fifer says his life spans every level of society from farm to executive office. He asserts the difference between rural toil and the governor’s chair is not worth dying for and that happiness can be found in the humble log cabin as in the mansion.
The editor curbs disturbances by filtering grievances and rumors to prevent civil strife. Residents often seek exposure for wrongs, yet the paper tones down sensational matters, offering restraint and balance while serving the community without inflaming tensions.
Judge McCulloch of Peoria argues Illinois law allows extending voting rights beyond those named in the state constitution. He cites the 9th amendment precedent and states there is no state constitutional bar to women voting in municipal and school elections.
The article argues that history shows leaders like Patrick Henry Franklin Lincoln and Grant rose through opportunity and life lessons beyond formal schooling. It emphasizes education as lifelong, practical training, urging persistent self-improvement even without early schooling.
A writer argues against denying persecuted Jews entry to the United States, contending immigration laws should be flexible to admit banished Jews fleeing Russia. The piece condemns as cruel the practice of turning away refugees and asserts Jews contribute to society while noting the safety and liberty promised by the U.S. flag.
An advertisement argues for Brown's Business College Courses as a practical path between school and business life. It promotes campuses in Jackson, Peoria, Galesburg, and Bloomington, touts flexible programs, and offers an illustrated Hand Book via G W Brown, president in Toledo. Also includes a testimonial-style claim about Hall's Catarrh Cure by F J Cheney & Co. It previews Harper's Magazine September content with notable illustrations and articles.
An advertises Bullard's Horehound Syrup as the best cough remedy in the world for coughs colds sore throat chest issues pneumonia bronchitis asthma croup and more. The copy cites endorsements from users and pharmacists and notes bold by J E F A Powell.
An advertisement touts The Musicians Guide a 200 page volume with descriptions of over 10 000 pieces and 160 composers including portraits and vignettes Also offers samples from Brainard's Musical World for eight two cent stamps mailing to Brainard's Sons Co Chicago Ill The piece also includes a prose trio on girls pursuing varied fates in life and love.
A Burlington Ohio man Frank Huffman says two doctors called his case consumption incurable. After using Dr King’s New Discovery he recovered enough to walk across the street and now enjoys good health. Trial bottle free at Dr Powell’s drug store. A Chinese proverb about four requirements for a woman is included.
Thirteen more women than men voted at a recent election in Cawker City Kansas. The wheat crop runs wild as farmers note a strong season for grain. Henry Waterson earned the degree of doctor of laws from the University of the South. Red West a trotting stallion owned by Mayes of Bloomington died in Santa Barbara California. A hotel waiter in Santa Barbara can take dinner orders in seven languages. Mr Gladstone writes a letter reaffirming support for home rule in Ireland. The Grand Army has spent 2 500 000 to aid needy comrades. The sun is 11 500 000 times farther away than the earth. The weekly crop report notes high temperatures damaging grain in shock with corn and potatoes growing rapidly. A red fox guards a Butler county Pennsylvania barnyard protecting fowl. Ice residences gain popularity in Southern California for seasonal comfort. Henry T Helmbold famed for medicines is again in a madhouse. A Louisiana horse refuses to drink at a water trough when near mules. Nebraska railways plan hourly pay, challenging the eight hour law. Captain Ben Thompson of Kennebunk Maine seen near a mowing machine with a rake, over 80 years old. Mrs Bernard Donnelly to locate in Peoria after Chicago training, adding to Peoria’s musical circles. Eight regal holidays will be observed statewide with New Year’s, Lincoln’s Birthday, Decoration Day, Washington’s Birthday, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
Miles Nerve and Liver Pills claim to regulate liver stomach and bowels through the nerves. The ad promotes a discovery by Dr Miles and says the pills quickly cure biliousness bad taste torpid liver piles and constipation. It targets men women and children and offers 50 doses for 25 cents with free samples at E F A Powell's Drug Store Henry Lisle.
Real estate transfers list multiple conveyances including Lounita M Frack to Benjamin Wilson lots 9 10 block 18 Mastern Chancery to Trustees Baratoga town 8% swi4 no 22 and more. Names include Whitefield rands H Bond to Evans township parcel in Woenona and Jennie C DeVault to Baron Harper lots 9 block 6 La Rose Wm Marshall to John H Mayer lots 9 10 block 1 Cotton's 4th add Sparland.
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