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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1903
Page
6
The undersigned will sell at public auction 8 miles southeast of Tiskilwaan and southwest of Bareau on the above date at 10 o clock a m the described property including 8 1 Case Auctioneer Christensen Clerk Lunch served by Swedish Lutheran Church young ladies.
Springfield reports Cullom secured ratification with Mason absent and no log rolling on large state bill items. Charitable institutions fear higher funding next two years, proposed at 2 801 000 up from 1 654 000, while taxpayers oppose excess charity spending and urge thorough need assessment.
Dwight Star-Herald notes Pontiac Reformatory should not be used for political purposes. Local leaders in Livingston County claim the institution is a state facility under Gov Yates and object to county efforts to influence its officers and direction, calling the line of action unwise.
A legislature member predicts strong support for the local option bill with amendments likely. The provision ties county wide votes to zero license status if passed, while allowing township or precinct votes to test options, prompting criticism of uneven testing opportunities.
In Hartford Charles Hopkins Clark of the Courant argues advertising reaches households via newspapers. He says circulars fail while a well placed ad in a popular paper becomes a quiet, daily reader on breakfast tables and in libraries and offices stimulating readership.
An advertisement denounces diet fads and promotes Green's August Flower to aid digestion, energize the body, and improve overall health. It claims regular use prevents indigestion and supports general vigor, noting availability at Dr Powell's city drug store with prices 26c and 76c.
Charles Worthington recounts a Christmas sea voyage from Burma to Rangoon and Moulmein, visiting the Irrawaddy, Seamen's Rest, pagoda, markets, and bamboo mills with elephants. He notes Buddhist sites, local life, missions, schools, and the city’s streets, then observes Moulmein on the Shwe Gone River, rice and teak exports, and delays before returning home.
Rev Nathaniel athees, once Culby College president and now English literature professor at the University of Chicago, faced a comment from W. W. Stetson about his address. Victor Butler asked if the address was his, and Bretson joked that it ended with a cat’s tail. Lewiston Journal notes subscriptions for The Republicum.
Mollie Berwick of Sparland reports a pleasant trip to Edmond Oklahoma where she met Agnes and Mrs Timothy Monahan sisters formerly of South Whitefield. She describes their home life school success and good finances noting Mr Monahan travels with a fine salary and their relatives in Illinois are prospering. Several local farmers attended Hankinson Daniels sale on Monday February 9.
Several residents hauled coal from Spoon River on Monday but roads dried up by night. Md Jenninge and family from Milo visited sister Mia Bruce Fountain last Sunday. Fred Wheeler brought his sister Jen nig and babe home from Putnam Saat Thursday. Dr Pershing and family of Tiskilwa Bundaged with G W Snell. A good attendance at church Inst Bunday.
Hopewell reports crop talk and farm mishaps as Charley startles a trained colt. A neighbor compares wallpaper with a visited home while residents gather for visits and club lectures. Family visits, purchases, and a child’s illness round out the community snapshot.
Mrs Malissa Shepherd visits her relatives the Bowman sisters in Chicago. The Ladies Mite Society dinner at Mrs Geo Young’s home draws a large crowd. Lew Henkle the Granville veterinarian handles business in Hennepin. A smallpox scare in Spring Valley dampens Friday’s dance. Mr May Studgvin and Gaughter visit Chicago.
The Royal Neighbors hosted a box social at Mrs H O Graves home last Saturday with proceeds near 26. Edith Grazier and Mrs J Y Gregory of Clear Creek visited town Thursday. Mrs Murphy and Olney of Varna called Sunday. Samuel Zebley and family visited Mt Palatine relatives. Arthur Thompson returned from Missouri. Rev Johnson stayed several days in Peoria. Blain Vaughn and Alex Bell remained ill. A box social for the church will be held at Charles Aukland’s home Thursday evening.
While hauling logs Monday a logging wagon overturned injuring J H Williams who was trapped under a log catching his leg and right shoulder dislocating the shoulder in the incident reported from Putnam.
An advertisement features the old man with the fish symbolizing Scott's Emulsion of cod liver oil. It portrays health benefits for children and the elderly, claiming strength and flesh for the sick and pale, with growth from past generations. Scott & Bowne, chemists, sell 80 cents and 1.00 dollars at drugstores.
A long log struck a man but he survived a close call. Dr Stipp treated him and the scene was described as a very lucky accident. Professor Hieronymus of Eureka college led services at the Christian church and commented on the pleasant speech. The Ladies Aid plans an entertainment on the 21st with readings. Mrs Orvil’s health worsened, Epworth League held a social at Samuel Case’s. Mrs A L Kildon takes Edith Quinn’s school post. Pinnell sharpening shop promotes plans and farm machinery repairs.
A farewell surprise for Mr and Mrs Larson and another for Mrs D Wright topped last week’s social notes. The two families plan to leave soon, and the community expresses regret. Tax collector A McKeon reports large books ready to receipt for taxes as the weather stays fine.
Long Point editor Martin of the Long Point Advocate describes a recent dancing party praising its healthful effects on lungs and stamina. He likens party activity to a stage of sport and crusade, noting singing for hours and vigorous dancing as evidence of strong condition and community morale.
The Ottawa Republican Times argues against providing school texts at public expense. It says this shifts burdens to taxpayers and worsens costs for families, especially in Chicago where many parents spend on liquor and tobacco. The piece contends parents will protect books more if they pay.
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