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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1899
Page
2
The death of Hon J H Seaton of Hennepin is noted with tribute to his 40 years of public service. He served as County Superintendent of Schools, postmaster, Sunday school teacher, lodge treasurer, and community leader respected for integrity and practical wisdom.
The Gibson Til Boqairer reports a Thursday birthday event hosted by Mrs HL Gregory and family for Mr Sl L Gregory, a merchant of the city. A dozen male friends attended a refined dinner and social hour ending after midnight. Guests hunted for their place at table marked by flower bouquets and engraved steely cards showing each guest’s profession.
Mrs A H Kinnoor, renowned for creating a circulating library for the people, donated books to Henry Public School and now plans a second library. She issues 100 dot cards to children who solicit funds, each dot punched earns a cent toward a dollar delivered to Mrs Kinnoor, encouraging community effort.
The Rock Island Playing Guard group offers a mail order deal for a pamphlet or card set. One pack costs 15 cents in stamps, or 60 cents by money order for four packs, with charges prepaid and delivery by first class mail. Advised by John Sebastian, GPA, ORI & P, Oblonzo.
An Irish coast poem drawing from John Locke’s tale of a voyager’s return to Ireland contrasts with a Peoria note about Robert Fitzsimmons and a mistaken identity incident. The piece blends nostalgic verse with a humorous sports anecdote about a sporting editor and a bold show of bravado.
Grain-O promotes itself as a coffee alternative that tones the stomach, aids digestion, and strengthens nerves. It asserts coffee harms digestion and heart function. The ad lists a price of 15 and 250 per package.
Prices will be started at Hutchins Lincoln Co with a variety of goods listed. Details on items and exact pricing are not provided in the fragment.
The Woman's Club met February 20 at Laura A Kilne's home with 26 members present. Emma McDonough led, topics included art definitions and a paper on water colorists. Zolla Kellogg read from Farm Ballads, Bettie Loh spoke on art and religion, with several prepared essays and brief discussions. Next gathering is March 8 hosted by Mary McDonnell with Henrietta Helper as Reform chair.
An advertisement touts a stomach cure named Tonio claiming complete relief from stomach weakness and indigestion. It promises immediate benefits from the first dose, with no disappointment and universal usefulness for all invalids.
A U O F festival attendee guided his female companion to her father's gate in Yates City. William Gould and later F N Camp helped the youth find the road home, each waking to guide him along route 61s, as he walked with the girl.
The Bloomington Leader reports frost has cleared out most of this year crops in the area. A correspondent notes east coast vegetables have been killed and pineapples injured. The frost is impacting the Atlantic coast with early crops in Florida Georgia and South Carolina nearly wiped out except beans.
Robert J Hatcher moves to Pugfierd Hunt homestead farm. William Salisbury Jr moves to Win Wier farm in Saratoga township near Bradford on March 1. James Diverbiss and family relocate to the Smith house March 1 to run a first class inn. W G Dorsey to oversee the Poor Farm and county hospital with his wife as superintendent and matron. Diverbiss praised, Dorsey pledged to improve inmate care.
A list of marriage licenses issued includes George Ditman 31 and Mary B. McCormick 23 of Magnolia. Sheldon Kemp 26 and Evans Clara Mo by pS Ook. Harry O Winans 26 and Grane E Aitchison 23 of La Prairie Center. John Threver 22 and Emma Beschorner 23 of Woodford County. Other couples include Thos Hensley 26 and Maggie Mattias 23 of Steuben. Peter Eischted 33 and Lizale Qolby 21 of Hennepin. J-W Maurrish 28 and Katie Frenchmont 32 of Wenona. Chris Jacobson 31 and Mamie Mathias 26 of Sparland. OW Righthouse 32 of Saratoga and Mary J Caley 19 of Whitefield.
MARSHALL COUNTY TRANSFERS listing transfers between residents and parcels. WO McCulloch to S W McCulloch two parcels in Toluca. Mary M Wilson to Wm Schwartz. Cerastus E Thomas to John I Thompson. Kroesen to Robt Justice. Lindgren to Jonas P and Mary Marneth. Brereton to Maggie Laub. various acreages and lot numbers across Lacon Toluca and Toluca additions.
Final report and order filed for citation by administrator. John Wier and Celia A Wier executrix appointed after probate of will. Hearing set for April term. John Epple deceased with final settlement noted.
A postal system identical to the United States will be inaugurated in Porto Rico on March 15.
The Ladies Union of the New Church meetings and EL social supper outline local activities. Rev Richards discusses Chicago slum charity. next Sunday sermons address salvation and business thought. Temperance meeting at ME church features Rev Barclay. New England supper praised. Congregational transfer to Presbyterian church debated. Swedenborg study group meets. Hat etiquette sparks commentary. Rev Morron at Presbyterian service notes dedication and Lord's Supper plan. strong attendance and praise accompany the varied programs.
Distressing kidney and bladder diseases relieved in six hours by New South American Kidney Cure. Remarkable relief from pain in bladder kidneys and back in both men and women. Claims to stop water retention quickly. Sold at Dr Powell's drug store.
Toledo reports humorist Robert J. Burdette engaged to Mrs. P C Baker a wealthy Pasadena widow and lifelong friend. She has a son near Burdette’s age. wedding planned in Pasadena around Easter.
Easton Pa February 21 Professor George H. 7iled has been sentenced by Judge Scott to nine years in prison for setting fire to Pardee Hall at La Fayette College after his removal.
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