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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1902
Page
2
The Republican committee discusses war measures and taxes, noting a July 1 tax change except tea, with a McKinley memorial address in Joliet on January 28 praising President McKinley as conciliator, merciful magistrate, and Christian.
Ex superintendent George Torrance of the State Reformatory at Pontiac plans a fifth paper in Pontiac with a costly new plant. He eyes the clerkship of the Illinois Supreme Court as a lucrative next step, a single clerical post expected to pay about 25000 yearly in fees. Marshal Ames relayed President Roosevelt's noncommittal comment on the Illinois senatorial race, noting the president seeks the nation’s top job without backing a specific candidate.
The Chicago Chronicle reports a proposed move by Republican factions opposing Governor Yates to cede the Illinois and Michigan canal to the federal government. The aim is to have the federal authorities convert it into a deep waterway linking with the Illinois River at La Salle.
Republican papers in Idth Congressional district condemn the Chicago Tribune for insinuating Governor Yates was opposed. They note a portrait of the Governor featured prominently at the Rock Island banquet and insist the event was district centered with no personal ambitions endorsed.
Edward Sterrett and Tim Wood Jr as grand jurymen blocked a recommendation for a new jail in Lacon. Henry Duchesne aLelucan foreman drafted a resolution urging the project. Their intervention halted the debate after an hour, saving taxpayers from a large levy to beautify the city.
The Chicago Inter Ocean reports sensational affidavits accusing Dr Marshall, the Reformatory physician, of brutal treatment of inmates. Testimony comes mainly from inmates on parole. if true, the charges are serious. Marshal remains in place due to a court injunction but may be ousted to restore good name and harmony at the institution.
A Pantagraph Springfield correspondent notes February 2 that a Chicago meeting with Cook county and state Republican leaders discussed possible state ticket nominees. Names mentioned include Lorimer, Yates, Fort, Chapin, Curtis, Hogan, Miller, Hoy, Whittemore, Baylies and others. No firm selections reached. treasury and superintendent options seen as most active debates.
A county romance reads like a political stunt as a suitor declares candidacy for a sweetheart’s hand using a mock caucus and convention metaphor. The reply confirms unanimous nomination and urges immediate ratification of dates and union.
Harry D Rynnells has organized a lacor for the study of the vio n, bringing together local researchers and supporters to advance investigation and public awareness.
James Chambers urges readers to join a February 18 excursion from Peoria to Parsons Kansas and on to Missouri and Oklahoma Texas. He outlines train times 6:45 am and 1:00 pm, notes possible stopovers, travel tips, investment talk, and promised hospitality plus meals.
A Bloomington physician notes pneumonia and lung fever are highly fatal, urging aggressive early treatment within the first 24 to 36 hours of symptoms. He says relieving lung congestion quickly is key and that heroic initial care aids patient recovery and the doctor’s peace of mind.
An advertisement claims relief from kidney and bladder disease in six hours. It touts immediate water retention relief and broad pain reduction for bladder and back, suitable for both male and female users. Sold by J. E. Powell and A. Powell druggists.
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