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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1882
Page
5
Community updates include public sale notices for Wm Powell, goods price promos from F G Moritz in New Orleans and Gates store, marriage and church events, farm sales, travel notes, and local society news across Lacon and surrounding towns.
Bishop Spauldida of Peoria will lecture at Bloker's Hall on Monday night on Self Culture. He is described as an eloquent, learned speaker whose talk will offer practical knowledge for the people. Admission is 35 cents with reserved seats at Dr Powell's drug store. The notice also touts Webster's Unabridged Dictionary as a monumental 1938 page volume with extensive content and features.
The Jennie Holman Combination staged a week of entertainments at Bicker Man Hall starting Monday with Divorce and Joshua Whitcomb Brown and Smith. The troupe drew large crowds, acclaimed acting, singing, and the pianist Prof Hoffman, and promises further popular Irish drama Kathleen Mavourneen with strong demand for future performances.
An advert invites readers to call Dr Powell's drug store for a free sample of Brown's Expectorant claiming it cures coughs hoarseness whooping cough and consumption in early stages. The ad promotes a scientific preparation for throat and lung diseases and notes regular bottle prices 50 cents and 1. It emphasizes pleasant taste and no cost.
City Council conducts its regular meeting on Monday January 2 with Mayor Townsend and Aldermen present. Officers report licenses approved saloon bonds set and finances reviewed including a 762.16 balance. ordinance 24 repealing fire limits passes. contracts and payments authorized and council adjourns.
A Deacon Snyder endorses frugal living as the path to wealth and wellbeing. The household praises Electric Bitters as their sole remedy, claiming relief from bills and improved health and happiness through simple living and economy. Bold by J. W. Niece.
Meury Titus and Henry Titus left for parts unknown amid alleged grain fund embezzlement. Shortages include about $1750 in school funds, about $4000 tied to hog buyer Joseph Thompson, and up to $14,000 linked to C E Hitchcock. Investigation to reveal total losses as grain speculation’s toll hits farmers and towns. Local subscriber praise follows.
The Francis Gregory Estate action ends with Luke Gregory's objections resolved after a division among heirs. Judge Fort notes Miles Gregory bore penalties for delays, not for wrongdoing. Heirs and administrator reported a fair split of real and personal property, avoiding further legal costs.
An old column touts Hop Bitters as a cure for ill and wasting patients. It claims rapid improvement from the first dose and lasting restoration of health and strength for those suffering from unknown ailments.
Advertised performance by Simmon's & Mower's Grand Company will feature the full pageant including donkey and bloodhounds. The production is expected to draw a full house and has earned praise from an eastern paper for its powerful drama and moral persuasiveness. The First Congregational church annual meeting followed, electing deacons and clerks, reporting improved finances and pledges to retain Rev Glendenning at the prior salary.
Not A Beverage. They are not a beverage, but a medicine with high curative properties. They do not tear down a debilitated system but build it up. One bottle contains more hops than a barrel of ordinary beer. Every druggist in Rochester sells them and physicians prescribe them.
The Republican office announces a large varied stock of card board and papers for the season. It lists letter and bill papers, statements, dancing programs, wedding paper, envelopes, business envelopes in multiple colors, posters and handbills, calling cards and leather cases. George Bort Jr. solicits orders from abroad, promising quality work at low rates.
The sacrament of the Lord's supper will be observed at United Presbyterian Church next Sabbath with Gov. A. Houston of Hoopeston assisting. Preaching each evening during the week and on Friday and Saturday afternoon. H. H. Houston, pastor.
Buckten offers Aruba Salve touted as the world’s best for cuts bruises sores ulcers and other ailments. It guarantees satisfaction or money back. Price 25 cents per box available at all druggists. Hen.14y1
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