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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1897
Page
2
Notice announces horse sales days on the last Saturday of each month starting February 1 1807 at Benety Buyers and Henry. Buyers from various cities will attend to pay high market prices. Farmers and others urged to bring horses and spread the word as sellers and buyers meet privately in the city park for bargaining.
Senator Fort chairs two Senate committees and serves on seven more, while the Commercial Club reports a debt-free treasury and three re-elected directors. Woodmen of the World gathering in Lacon features ten candidates and a post-meeting lunch among local attendees.
A surprise anniversary event honored Mr Stephen A Worley and Miss Halalia Hulben on their 16th year of marriage. Rev McLeish spoke on life circles and natural affection as a social tribute featured the Worleys’ friends, with a silver dollar sprig gift and a shared supper to close.
The text honors Mr. Worley as a dedicated public servant and church worker. He served eight years as tax collector, currently holds the job of school treasurer, and led the M B H Sunday school. He was a county clerk candidate, and his family’s sixteen year anniversary is celebrated with high regard.
The article lists remaining premiums awarded at the Illinois Valley Poultry Association show with top placings for Black Leghorns Brown Leghorns Cornish Indian Games Black Minercas Black Spanish Turkeys and White Holland Turkeys. It notes Judge Shellaberger scoring efficiency and praises the official board re election and upcoming show dates February 1 2 and 8 1898.
Last Thursday evening at the corner of Market and Richard streets Miss Clara Hutchins hosted guests for a Progressive Euchre gathering in honor of Miss Mame Widmer of Ottawa. Prizes went to Mr R Kinnear and Mrs O O Webites for games won. a light supper followed with compliments to the hostess and enjoyable social time until midnight.
Advertises Ballard’s Horehound Syrup with a money back guarantee if no benefit after a fair trial. Claims relief for coughs bronchitis and chest throat lung trouble. Sold by Powell with promise of prompt relief and refund on return.
A Monday afternoon gathering at Laura V. Emerick's home discussed home as a social factor. Mrs Emma Mc Donough and others spoke on education, the role of women, and national progress, with readings by Agnese Prentice and remarks by several members.
Friday evening February 12 Maj H W Lucas of Saybrook presents a war drama The Home Guard or The Girls Left Behind Me at the Grand Opera House under Lookout Mountain Post G A R proceeds after expenses aid distressed comrades Cast includes Robert Trueworth Wilder Rowell Hosea Jenks H W Lucas Lieut Col Boxer Gen Grant Mrs Trueworth Mattie Trueworth and others A full orchestra will furnish music
Notice for the next Look out Mountain Post No 94 G G Be meeting to be held Saturday evening February 20. All members are expected to attend as important matters will be addressed. Per order Howaap Youne Commander A L Ginrin Adjutant.
An examination for teachers certificates will be held in the Co Superintendent's office at Lacon Illinois on Saturday February 20 1897 starting at 8 o'clock in the morning Examinations for second grade certificates only also Bucklen's Arnica Salve advertised for cuts bruises sores ulcers and other skin ailments sold by Dr Powell priced at 25 cents per box guaranteed to satisfy or money refunded
The High Prairie Lyceum in Literary Lane hosts Tuesday assemblies blending education and amusement. The piece lampoons the show with humorous references to a green fan, turtle soup, Limburger cheese, and cheeky club exercises.
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