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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1910
Page
6
The article outlines daily rations for army horses and mules including oats and timothy hay, with water schedules, half rations in morning and evening, and hay fed on the ground. It notes brans, corn in winter, veterinary care, grooming routines, saddlery practices, wagon loads, and wagon train operations under Fort Sheridan officers.
A Breeders' Gazette excerpt discusses army horses and mules kept on a steady ration to prevent digestive issues, remain healthy, and build reserve for sudden campaigns. It notes intermittent work, no time for extra feed, and a universal feeding plan to fortify animals for variable duty. It also mentions J F Boyer of Fer tile Missouri seeking to help others and praising Electric Bitters for cures.
The Rock Island lines Immigration Department cites 92 683 families, about 370 000 people, moving into Southwest territory in four years. Railroads promoted the region as a bread basket, aiding farmers to grow crops and stabilize national production. State institutions seek just over 8 million dollars from the legislature for operating costs over the next two years.
Henry residents learn to protect kidneys avoid pain and illness. A testimonial from Y Null of Chilliothe Nebraska credits Dean's Kidney Pills with easing backache dizziness and frequent urination after years of kidney trouble. Sold by all dealers priced at 0.50 per bottle Foster Milburn Co Buffalo sole agents for the United States. Remember the name Doan's and take no other.
The Rock Island Humane Society plans winter tagging of ill treated horses and issues a warning to owners to improve care. Unshod or exposed horses will be placed under watch, with emphasis on better shelter and protection during cold weather. The item notes broader community concerns about animal welfare.
A Fayetteville reader recalls his sister suffering from consumption and wasting away until Dr King's New Discovery cured her completely. The medicine treats coughs colds la grippe asthma croup and bronchial troubles and is sold with a guarantee and trial bottle offer.
An exploration of how closing phrases in letters arose from Roman verdicts and wax tablets. It contrasts wax and waxless endings and notes varied forms used by officials and different cultures.
The undersigned will hold a public sale Monday January 2 2011 at 10 am on an old Fort farm in Steuben township about half a mile east and south of Paul Nightwonger place in Marshall county Til 214 miles northwest of Sparland Includes three head of horses three head of cattle farm implements seed corn hay and various articles too numerous to mention Cash with 12 month credit on bankable paper for sums over cash discounts offered five percent. Auctioneers Col H F McVicker and Lon Ray. John Riddell, Clerk.
The undersigned moves from the farm and will sell at public auction at his farm six miles east of Henry or four miles west of Magnolia Illinois on Thursday January 5 1914 at 10:00 a.m. Items include horses cows calves hogs farming implements household goods and many other articles. Terms: cash for ten dollars and under credit at ten months for larger sums with 6 percent interest if unpaid and 5 percent cash discount on sums over ten dollars. No property may be removed until terms are met. Auctioneers A B Child and Son with lunches provided by Benj Walkers Henry Tibbetts of Kewanee noted. pedigreed poultry transaction mentioned.
Public auction to sell farm at Sparland area 3 miles north and 5 miles southwest of Henry on Wednesday January 12 1011 starting at 10 a.m. Featured are seven head horses and cattle hay corn and machinery including wagons plows binders mowers disc harrows harness and lumber. Terms: credit 12 months on bankable paper without interest if paid when due. 6 percent if not. cash 10 or more dollars. Col F H McVicker auctioneer HUFTN MARSHALL John Riddell clerk lunch served.
Moving plans prompt auction at Anthony Chance area west of McNabb on Jan 12 2011 at 10am. Readily described items include thirteen head horses cattle hogs farm implements and household goods with credit terms and discounts noted. Proceeds support Harvey Morsey and local buyers may inspect items before bidding day.
The ad lists cut prices on beans corn and canned goods with multiple items such as sugar flour and syrup. It also promotes plow sharpening grinding and other work by William True and mentions a women’s health note about a girl with throat and eye issues.
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