School Exhibit Showcases Domestic Science Work
A Henry High School domestic science exhibit draws crowds with home baked treats, canned fruits, and a display of garments and patterns. Principal Emma Ponzer leads tours while Mrs. Connell and students serve refreshments. The event includes music by Miss Lillian Merritt and readings, plus a discussion on suitable school dress emphasizing comfort, health, and uniform styles.
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Domotic Science
Henry High School
Mise Emma -Ponzer
Lenard
Misa
Josephina
Connell
Moote
Svith
Ansociation
George Helper
Lillian Merritt
Fern Latourette
Ara Sleater
Gwendolin Henninger
Glenn Sivell
Earle Hubbell
Ivan Holper
Fritz Cromwell
Muirall Royer
Murrell Royer
Mra. Cornell
Mary of the Mil
Elizabeth Weaver
Alster
Vesta Bello
Henry Child
J. Eliot King
Simplicity in School Dress Promotes Morals and Conduct
The article argues for modest school attire to curb vanity and expense among graduates. It cites talks by teachers and deans of girls, mother involvement, and club activities promoting simple gowns, affordable shoes, and reduced accessories. It notes reform efforts across cities and the need for ongoing community support.
Uniform gowns and dress reform urged for high schools
Articles urge mothers to curb vanity and dressy school attire from early grades. Teachers and girls clubs, plus a dean of girls, are cited as reducing extreme fashion. A Peru district report notes medical inspection success and a Rock Island main line inspection program with section awards, while claiming two years of this system.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dresamaker
Dent
Rock Island
Bureau
Peoria
FOR SALE Classified Ads and Notices
Local newspaper classifieds show sale notices from Mrs G M Clark and A1 Stapp along with notices for practical nurse Nettie Jarman and Hartley Music store advertising new stock of pianos. Listings include hair switches and a residence sale at Second and Carroll Streets and various ads from Henry Illinois vendors.
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Second
Carroll Streets
Stapp
Hartley Music Store
Jonn Hartley
Henry
Iil
For Sale 112 Acre Farm Near Lacon Hopewell Township
For sale a 112 acre farm and pasture in Hopewell township three miles from Lacon and five miles from Fred Henry. Includes never failing water improvements and a free mail route to the door. Sold on easy terms. Requires owner on farm. Dated 12-7-41.
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Hopewell
Lacon
Fred Henry
Annual Meeting of the First National Bank of Henry Illinois
The annual meeting of the lenders of the First National Bank of Henry Illinois will be held at Banking House on Tuesday at 10 o clock a.m. Attendees include officials and members listed in the call.
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First National Bank
Henry
Illinois
Banking’ House
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V. P. Turner
C. A. Phillips
Assitant
L. ‘R. Phillips
F. D. Williams
the Republican
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Parent-Teacher Association
Ure
Johnnie
Rhoe
Johnnie’s Shoe Shop
Opposith
Opera Nousf
Oregon Mothers’ Congress
City Schoolk Board
Cres Y Ste
Sdaaerinten
Edison
America
Henry, Illinois
Gee
Ak Ae
Republican
Chicago
Po‘ria
Nettie Jarman
Black
Henry, Ill
Thebes & Sons of
Pépris
G. M. Clark
Kor Sale
Elliot's
Louis. Kraus
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