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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1921
Page
2
The Republican urges immediate action to end involvement in Europe, stating the mandate from the November ballot and a commitment to restore normal conditions at home by withdrawing from Europe and remaining out of European affairs.
The Henry Cemetery Association reports a year of gains in general and special funds. Total on hand 11 945.65 with interest-only use in the trust department. Revenue includes lot sales, care fees, and monument foundations. Expenditures cover labor repairs supplies and secretary salary totaling 679.83. The year ends with a broader fund base and moral reflections on progress and virtue.
The Henry Presbyterian Church held its annual Fellowship Supper served by the Ladies Aid followed by the congregational meeting and elections for the next year. Toasts and talks honored Rev Dusenberry, Dr Bayne and other members. Officers, trustees, and Sunday School leaders were elected or reappointed, and plans discussed for more space and a date shift to March 1. A New Year poem and thanks to the Ladies Aid closed the evening.
The church reports increases in membership attendance and missionary zeal with 89 pastor induced additions after 21 outside calls and five revival meetings. Officers elected include Elders J M Wherry Richard Waughop Wm Knight Wm Merritt and Deacons P O Brol ine Hans Otto Elmer Deck Wm B Deck. A lunch by Ladies Aid followed by a social hour closed the session with bright prospects. A Kewanee man claims road oil will kill English sparrows by destroying eggs during nesting.
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