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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1914
Page
5
A December 17, 1914 column from Tatts island details community life in Bloomington and nearby. It reports on family visits, social visits, church activities, the W C T U contest, school showcases, and local incidents including a shooting accident involving L R Bolender.
John and Sophia Bolendar moved from Peoria to St. Louis then La Prairie where he lived 30 years. Cyrus Wright was found dead frozen about 60 or 70 rods from his home after leaving to check stock. An inquest was held. no further details available.
James Collins of Peoria visits La Prairie relatives as does Robert and Lawrence Webber and the Misses Margaret Webber and Gary Gallup. Chester Reynolds visits his grandparents in Chillicothe. Scott Aitchison in Archie Mo visits brother Henry Aitchison and family. Local incidents include Rev Martins nurse frightened during a buggy accident injuring Mr Martin. Obituary for Margaret Malone King of Dey Ray Scotland born 1862 died Speer Illinois 1914. Dr T W McVety to preach at La Prairie ME church December 20 and lecture on Holy Law in evening. free lecture and invitation extended.
South Whitefield reports real winter weather with snow and cold. Local residents send wishes for Mrs Mary Barnes recovery and note several residents at home or assisting with winter work. A Bonham school box social drew a large crowd with baskets sold and compliments to participants.
Mrs Charles Peardon of Peoria visited Camp Grove on Wednesday. Michael O'Brien returned from Davenport with cousin Kathleen O'Brien visiting at the O'Brien home. Miss Anns Davidson will visit PeeTin for a few days. Mr and Mrs William King attended the funeral of Mr King's sister Mrs James Burnett in Speer. Mrs R L D Ranson and Miss Kate Stormer among locals at gatherings. post office fixtures moved to new location. E N Bogner welcomed a son Sunday. concerts by Miss Blaze and Beulah Busby delighted Camp Grovers with more planned for next Friday in Speer.
Sumner Perkins plans a gas lighting plant at his Lawn Ridge home with the tank outside for safety. Wm Harris sold his Lawn Ridge house and lots to Joseph L. Smith for cash $500, with transfer immediate. Mrs Curtis returned to Minooka after a week visiting Lawn Ridge friends. Alma Wilson visited a few days with friends. Mrs Burnett of Speer died suddenly while cleaning at church hall. sympathy to family. Waterless rainstorms disrupted services. evening program postponed. Lawn Ridge forms a new organized orchestra with local musicians. Early Wednesday morning a fire swept Henry Crady's attic. no water but contents saved. Crady may rebuild. neighbors offering aid. house insured for $600.
Probate actions list numerous estates including Foster, Batrum, Craig, McCladahan, Humphrey, Ketchum, and Kunkle with filings for guardianship, citations to discover assets, and letters of administration. Court orders set hearings for January and February 1915 and authorize commissions, appraisals, and bond requirements. final settlements and notices of adjustment are noted for several decedents.
A fragment discusses nitrate of soda effects on meadow fertility. It notes possible strong yields from nitrogen but warns balance with phosphorus and potassium. Readers see questions about nitrogen alone versus balanced soil nutrients and long term impact.
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