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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1909
Page
3
Spring has come inside Bergner Store with silks dress goods and spring suits. New novelties in weave and color abound and prices are unusually low for the season opening. Hundreds of fresh spring suits from the east await inspection.
Choicest Silks for spring featured in Peoria store with extensive stock. Satin Bayadere Silk offers corded effect and bright colors. Satin Pailette de Sole comes in 53 colors and yard pricing. 36 inch Black Hegen lines silk fabrics highlighted for finish and durability.
Sparland notes report a light outbreak of illness and many social calls. Bob Davis’ infant remains sick with a lung fever while Mrs Frank Van Antwerp visited Henry Thursday afternoon. Sledding lines streets as nearly a foot of snow covers the area and sleighing remains fine. Families care for sick relatives with Minnie Olson returning from Peoria to assist Ruby. Church events prompt a Washington’s Birthday social and Mystic Lodge gathering with 10c entry. Gladys Gibbons in Peoria celebrated a third birthday at Grandpa O’Leary’s with tiny guests receiving presents, cake, and valentines.
Charles Duncan died Friday morning February 12 after a long illness. His body was moved to Lacon and then Streator for burial beside his children. The town extends sympathy to his wife and six other children.
J A Stone, a Kemp Texas Civil War veteran, believed a plot between a stubborn cold and the grave aimed to end his life. He details a long illness, weight loss to 130 pounds, and recovery after using Dr King’s New Discovery, which restored his health to 178 pounds. Trial bottle offered free with 60 cents to a dollar, guaranteed by A J Ironmonger.
Oliver Extrom of Hopewell and Minnie Olsen of Varna wed. Michael Huber of Roberts and Mary Stoner of Bennington receive licenses. Walter Kroenenberger of Milwaukee and Ottilie Rudolph of La Rose also listed for marriage licenses.
Local patient Dr. W Woodward of Henry Illinois testifies that after five years of kidney trouble and painful mornings Doan's Kidney Pills provided relief. He purchased at J W Niece's drug store two months ago and now recommends the remedy. Sold by Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY as US agents. price fifty cents. Remember the name Doan's.
Charles Duncan longtime Sparland mine manager and former Streator resident died at his Sparland home at 1 p m Friday Feb 12 after a long stomach cancer battle. He was 59, survived by wife Grace and eight children, two of whom remain in this area. A Navy veteran, he lived in America for 40 years and in Streator 31 years, later taking charge at the Devlin mines in Sparland. Funeral held at Streator M E church with burial in Riverwood Cemetery.
In a village spelling bees drew a lively crowd with Mrs C J O Brien winning a prize story book and Miss Anna Herberger receiving the booby prize. An auction followed with Col Charles Stambaugh as auctioneer, raising about 25 dollars. Local visits, sleet disruptions, and a reception for Misses Alice and Katie Mahony marked a busy day in town.
A Kingston North Carolina Baptist elder recovers strength after two bottles of Vincl, a cod liver preparation marketed as Vinol with tonic wine. The ad claims it boosts appetite, digestion, and blood. suitable for coughs and debility, with a money back offer if unsatisfied. A J Ironmonger, Henry, Dl.
The Robbins and neighbors report visits, homecomings, and social events in Lawn Ridge. Otto Symmes plans a repair shop after homing from Joliet and other relatives visit. Rev. Curtis assists in Hdelstein meetings. Frank Betts plans remaining in the area. Mattie Perkins shows improvement. Paul and Mrs Rumbold move into a new home amid neighborhood gatherings. Local toasts, music, and playful gatherings color a week of family and town life.
Willie and Johnnie Jacobs of Granville spent Sunday with relatives in Toluca and report strong cigar business. The city water was turned on Monday for the first time in six months and the new well provides ample supply. No new scarlet fever cases. sick children improving. Our school remains closed to prevent spread. Frank Batrum, a farmer from Bennington township, died Thursday evening at 46 after a short illness. He leaves a wife and a daughter.
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