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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1898
Page
2
Fragmentary OCR items mention Republicans and names like Guosak Burr and Enrranz with unclear roles. No clear event, date, or location visible. The snippet reads as a political notice or brief mentions party activity without concrete details.
The four county totals show f Benator leading in Bureau Putnam Rock Whiteside with 9708 votes. Abbott, Hopkins, Kennedy, Bastian and others also appear with various tallies. The paper also publishes a notice of the steamboat City of Peoria sale by Captain York for 10000 dollars and updates on river business and bids.
Crow Meadow Grange remains active with eight initiates planned and an eighteen-member roster. Miss Morgan leads literary programs, with short essays, recitations, and songs interspersed by discussions on sorghum use and agriculture. A SpanishAmerican War talk and future plans highlight a lively rural social.
A fragmented notice describes a holiday goods opening in West Er-Seore with seasonal items for children and a festive figure named Santa. The readable bits mention treats, gifts, and a planned event for shoppers during the season.
Jamey McGune has been appointed as the new masistant at the BcVicker market, signaling a leadership change in the local business. The announcement confirms McGune will oversee daily operations and staff duties at the market.
A mass meeting at an African church in Peoria condemned mob violence and urged state and city officials to enforce laws to prevent lynching. Resolutions call for governors to offer rewards for lynching suspects and praise John O Bucknor of Chicago for aiding in hunting the Lacon lynchers.
A reader shares a personal account of stomach trouble, detailing symptoms like nausea and poor digestion, and describes a cure experienced by another man. The piece frames digestive disorders as common yet poorly understood and promises practical relief.
A frustrated patient credits Ayer's Sarsaparilla with easing stomach illness after trying doctors in Bellaire Ohio and Uniontown Pennsylvania. The testimonial describes purchasing five bottles and using four, reporting improved appetite and digestion.
An old fashioned ad-style piece invites shoppers to visit Stevers and browse a display of fine presents for all ages. The seller emphasizes quality items and price marks designed to attract buyers, highlighting reputation for fair pricing.
The Woman's Club gathered November 28 at Mrs. Mary P. Fyffe’s home with 29 members and five guests. The program by the Department of Art included a Hungarian Dance duet, papers on architecture and sculpture, vocal solos, and leader’s remarks, concluding with a social reception.
Willia Wilson Danley of Chicago Illinois wed Miss Misa Cayzer of Sydney at Trinity Church Melbourne on October 8 1898. Danley son of D W Danley formerly of Henry has lived in Chicago and worked as a civil engineer, educated at Wool? University class of 1903. The couple may visit Ha groom’s native Henry and later return to pursue engineering work in Australia.
The Clerks beat the High School boys 11 to 7 on Thanksgiving Day before a large crowd. Key moments included Harney’s 35 yard run for the school and Hawes’s touchdown for the Clerks, with a late two-point swing after a fumble and penalties. Referee Hadsall handled calls as both sides pressed for the win.
Miss Netle Her and George A. Bart of Henry were united in marriage at noon in Princeton with a small guest list. The ceremony was by Pastor Ray G. Smith of the Presbyterian church. The couple left for a wedding trip to Chicago, then Springfield and Peoria, and will be at home in Henry after December 30.
A clerk at a drug store recalls reading about a life saving product. He purchases Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for children to ensure help is available if a doctor is not reached quickly. Dr Powell's shop carries the remedy for sale.
A young wild deer, likely escaped from captivity, was hunted by Wardie Broaddus and others after snows obscured tracks near Henry. The deer was shot in its heart region, pursued through multiple timber areas, and finally killed near Town Lake after a long daylight trek.
Fashion notes describe a grand gathering of midwinter millinery styles with trimmed hats for tomorrow's selling. Reproductions of costly models blend with original designs by skilled delineators, offering a distinctive, stylish display. Three London dip jackets in popular colors are showcased as remarkable garments. A rare chance to secure a beautiful jacket for nearly half the price of rivals.
Great bargains in Winter Underwear for women and children. Union suits from 266 up, plus Hosiery Mittens Gloves Silk waists skirts aprons and muslin undergarments. One thousand pairs of women's and children's overshoes to close out at Henry's.
G S Sterrett secretary treasurer of Boeing Electric tours Peoria selecting electric fixtures for the Beck er and Hutchine building. Expects export quality lighting and a front plate glass sign this week as the structure nears completion and boosts the downtown business district.
An advertisement touts a “Mystic Cure” claiming rheumatism and neuralgia are cured in 1 to 8 days. It asserts immediate relief after the first dose and notes a 1% remark. Sold by J B F A Powell, druggists Blearg.
A son was born at Woots on November 7 to EH Hank and grandson of Anton Hank and Nicholas.
Notices record marriages in three towns with dates in November. James Shialda and Esse Thompson unite in Springfield. Geo A Dart and Helen Berron wed at Princeton. Thomas Ed and Florence Holler seal vows at Sparland.
Fragmentary obituary notes the death in the city from blood poisoning in November. Mentions names Beatria Bron and Aran Francie with unclear relation to George Mor mares or Cavan Colorado and a daughter named David everniar.
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