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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1916
Page
9
The notice reports the drowning of Arthur Johnson and promotes Mrs. Lake’s lecture scheduled for Sunday September 10 at 2 PM at the Henry Opera House. Also mentioned are personals and local items referencing Henry and a reference to a renowned pitcher.
A crowded afternoon swim at the Danville area ends with a skeleton surfacing and joining the youths. Reports from Henry and Marshall County note land openings in Arkansas, a fatal drowning near Hopewell, and a rescue attempt at Sandy Creek. Local society, theater, and sports items highlight community life and civic projects.
Attendees included Rev. M. J. Brennan Rev. Fr. A. Schauer John Hartley and others. The service at St Mary's cathedral followed a procession of about 800 to 1000 along Madison Avenue. Thousands traveled from afar. Spalding praised as energetic and devoted to God and humanity. A. A. Harrison and family later attended Adolph Renzi and Tressa Owens wedding at Camp Grove Catholic church.
The item lists Sabbath school times and worship schedules for M. E. Church Presbyterian St. John St. Joseph and St. Mary churches. It covers union temperance events led by Mrs Spencer and Rev Martin, plus a Voters League meeting. It also reports Jesse Chrum shot by police in Toluca after a burglary attempt and ongoing legal steps.
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