Political and civic notes from an era of reform
A column surveys Republican strength in Congress, Illinois and Indiana port limits extension, Erie Canal referendum results, and praise for Col Jonathan Merriam. It notes President Wilson's greenback stance, calls for American foreign policy, and includes practical health and Atlanta recovery observations.
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Hophkins -of
Cullom
Saya
Nore
Lincoln
Oglesby
Shelby M. Callum
Congress
Memorial for Mary P Thompson and Uncle Jimmy
Obituary notes Mary P Thompson who died November 28 1895 in the 81st year of her life after a long Illinois life rooted in Danville Lacon and the old home. The tribute honors her strong mind independence devotion to family and faith and recalls her long neighborhood ties and late life illness. Also remembered is N Q Tanquary and Uncle Jimmy Dead with Denver kin and local friends mourning a life of inspection of virtue and hospitality.
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Mary P. Thompson
Cecil County
Maryland
Danville
Ill
James
Sarah Orr
Lacon
Asa Thompson
Christian Reyeasts
Tanquary
Jimmy
N. Q. Tanquary
Denver
Colorado
Revnobd Blackwell
Vernon
Iowa
Strickler
Converse
Ind
David Blackwell
J. Keys
Lebekah
George Ffoller
Theriend
Uncle Jimmy
Ohio
Illinois
Sparland
Euvoryous
Uncle Jimmy Tanquary remembered at Thanksgiving funeral
The obituary reflects on Uncle Jimmy Tanquary as a devout man of principle who loved Bethel church and his grandchildren. His funeral, held on Thanksgiving Day at 11 a.m., drew wide attendance, with Rev DeClark and Rev Reynolds of the Baptist church officiating and pallbearers bearing him to Spar and cemetery.
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Jimmy Tanquary
Mecca
N. Q
Shim
Uncle Jimmy
Old Bethel Church
DeClark
K. Reynolds
The
Baptist Church
Home Journal
Cream Balm claims quick relief for nasal catarrh symptoms
The notice urges immediate use of its 8 Cream Balm for relief from dull forehead pain, nasal congestion, discharge, nose soreness, and headaches caused by catarrh. It promises instant relief and recommends prompt resort to the remedy.
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Ington Evening Star
Why We Like Dogs and the dog’s soothing influence
We explore why dogs charm humans as perpetual flatterers and cheerful companions. The piece notes dogs lift mood, walk with us, share wins and losses, and provide comforting presence when seated at home. It also promotes Ayer’s Cherry Pectoral as a throat remedy from The Republican.
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Gayety
Shaker Digestive Cordial touted as cure for dyspepsia
An article attributes rheumatic and digestive ailments to indigestion and promotes the Shaker Digestive Cordial from Mount Lebanon as a remedy that tests diseased stomachs and strengthens patients after the first dose. Trial bottles cost 16 cents, Laxol urged for children, with doctors favoring it over Castor Oil. Charles Gest dies in Spring Valley mine accident. coroner’s jury censures Spring Valley Coal for neglect.
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Mount Lebanon
N. Ve
Ciidren
Joseph Gest
Spring Valley
Ang Ray
Spring Valley Coal Company
Princeton Tribune
The Henry Republican for 18 would be a fine Christmas present
A reader suggests The Henry Republican issue dated 18 would be a suitable Christmas gift for friends abroad, endorsing the idea as a thoughtful newspaper present.
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Henry Republican
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