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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1872
Page
4
Vy FE advertises two Jobitying Presses for males the arn: Vresa and the Newbury Kellogg Press. Both are stated to be in sale with medium Gordon unit as buyer. Prasses are warranted sound and will defend work.
A editorial letter argues Providence cannot be blamed for fire, cold, and drownings, insisting elements are fixed and human actions drive outcomes. It condemns alcohol abuse as a cause of social ills and rejects divine accountability for individual vice.
Mr. Snapp of Illinois voices strong opposition to civil service reform, arguing it would create an office-holding oligarchy controlled by rings and retainers. Proponents seek real reform, but critics fear entrenched advantage and limited access to offices under fixed commission rules.
A letter complains about copy from the paper being altered and credited. It cites a corrected Harper and Nu st piece and asserts Indiana legislators may propose insanity to asylum punishment for murder. The writer mocks a governor Palmer and the courts.
A fragment reflects on Christmas past and asks if the reader is better for it. The tone wonders who brings happiness and praises the annual festival as a force for good.
The lecture committee announces Rev. H C Hovey for Friday and Prof. Sewall on January 17 as part of a town wide series. Lectures promise intellectual entertainment and moral uplift with proceeds supporting community aims. The committee seeks strong attendance and broad support to continue the course.
Illinois supreme court limits damages by cities for sidewalk accidents. Rains frosts and a recent fire contributed to unsafe walks, and individuals must exercise caution. A city does not insure all residents against injuries within its borders.
Philadelphia publisher L B Lippencott offers a 500 page work of tributes to clergy of all denominations. Priced about 2 50, orders require full address denomination and 40 cents postage, sent to 717 Market Street Philadelphia for delivery by express.
Hon John O Short of Vermillion and other listed officials are cited in connection with the Senate presidency as Beveridge is promoted. The named figures include J Early of Winnebago J G Strong of Livingston J H Yeager of Madison B R Wimpton of McDonough W Barnes of Adama and L D Whiting of Bureau.
The Springfield Journal repeats a complimentary notice about Gen Beveridge and credits the Henry County Republican. The editor denies writing it and says no such editor or paper exists. The Haxxr Aeronrrcan claims the credit.
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The Gilman Star argues for publishing state laws in newspapers or county papers to reduce lawsuits. It notes laws are lengthy and costly to print, and younger readers find them dull, so publishers should be compensated. Improved public awareness could lead to better compliance and fewer violations.
A Terre Haute Journal writer proposes a cure for ague claiming crawling head first downstairs just as the chill begins will tire the sufferer into flushing and sweating. He offers a year of Tug Aerubui AN and Peters' Musical Monthly for four dollars, noting the songs and piano pieces are valued at forty dollars. Also mentions a party for N. M Rallis and spouse and upcoming supervisor December meeting minutes.
An 19th century advertisement touts Wilhoft's Anti Periodic as a universal remedy for chilla fever malarial fevers and related chills. It claims guaranteed cure when used as directed and reports persistent sales with no refunds, praising the discoverers' reliability.
BORN in this city Dec 19 to Mr Abe Whitfield a son. Dec 25 a son to Ezekiah Duens in Whitefield. Dec 17 a daughter to George Blipley in Te Sargtogn. Dec 22 a daughter to Mabon Seelye in The Sargtogn.
Dec 18 marriage by Rev Starkey of GRORGH J. BREUIDELMAN and Miss JENNIZ MOTILEDAL, Dec 12 wedding by Rev F. Williame of COM RAD J. TLELD Jr to Miss HELEN M. Also a Teunepin death Dec 18. Then a dense price list: flour, corn, oats, rye, butter, molasses, apples, turkeys, hay, hogs, wool, seeds, and wood, with regional prices and units.
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