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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1902
Page
4
A reflective piece tracing Christmas origins from December dates to Epiphany, noting historic debates on the exact birth date and the symbolism of December celebrations. It links the season to the advent of divine life and the call to forgiveness as a core Christmas gift.
The Inter Ocean reports a Mindy Speakership battle tied to undoing Republican work in Tinois over the past year and a half. It alleges Sherman forces aim to oust Hopking and install a county man, possibly the Chicago Tribune editor, as successor.
Elder B L Wray denounces dancing as a pagan and harmful practice in a sermon at the Putnam Christian church. He links dancing to drinking, immorality, and spiritual decay, urging abstinence and church discipline while acknowledging some people may dance without vice.
Local notices report New Year's Eve event under Royal Neighbors auspices. Several residents return from travels, including B Mitchell from Pennsylvania and Mr Partle with a group from Marquette. Others head to Nebraska and Oklahoma, while social visits occur in Lafayette Chicago Virna Verona.
Mrs Mary R Meléendy endorses Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as safe non narcotic and effective for obstinate coughs colds and bronchial afflictions in patients of all ages. She recommends it to the public and notes its availability at Dr Powell's City drug store.
The Farmers Institute gathered in McNabb on December 18 and 19 with lectures on dairying and farming as a business. Speakers included Mr Erb of the University of Illinois and local figures such as Howard Williams and A B Wilson. The event featured music by Granville quartets and a dinner fundraiser by the Ladies Aid Society netting over $38. Nearby, a wedding at Henry and ongoing coal drill prospecting were noted.
W H Howell of Houston Texas praises DeWitt’s Early Risers Pills for ailments like constipation and sick headache. He credits improved family health to their use and notes availability at Dr Powell’s.
More than 100 students from Brown's Peoria Business College gained positions over the past year as demand for trained office help grows. The school touts a full refund policy and a new building with enhanced commercial training. Winter Term opens Monday December 29 1902 with 35 percent of spots filled. Address Brown's Business College Peoria Ill.
Improvements at the Porney Hudeout elevators include completion of the engine room and cemented ground floor access. A 200 sea mile grain conveyor from the engine room to boats is being installed, and interior upgrades on the west elevator enhance handling capacity. The riverfront work improves city beauty and commerce. Local notices promote Ely’s Liquid Cream Baby for nasal catarrh and provide price details from By Brothers in New York. Charles McAntee and wife visit Lacona. Emma Ponzer returns home for holidays from Lamoille.
Poem fragment reflects on happiness from small moments. Mentions Edwin L Sabta and line about life being a mosaic made of little things.
A La Salle Tribune reflection condemns British and German policy in South America. It notes recent fighting near Puerto Cabello, the destruction of a Venezuelan gunboat, and warns the brutal campaigns will haunt European commerce and hinder British and German trade in the Latin republic.
An old advertisement touts DeWitt & Co of Chicago for a Witch Hazel salt claimed to treat piles eczema and skin irritations. It promises rapid relief for blind bleeding itching protruding piles and urges asking for DeWitt’s genuine product, sold at Dr Powell's.
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