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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1902
Page
2
Washington coverage notes Iowa’s strong national role with cabinet links and political figures. Montana announces irrigation progress with 83 000 acres canal system and land sale plan. Alabama? no. The report discusses Admiral Dewey and Schley in naval controversy and U S war department reprimands, plus Milex and Sheridan references.
The Bundeapolis Tribune lauds Admiral Sampson as the saddest tragedy of the war for his absence at the Battle of Santiago. It argues public opposition and partisan bias clouded recognition of his strategic leadership, detailing his crucial role in planning and executing the naval campaign, and noting the personal costs of fame and praise.
Thousands flee to milder climates for lung problems but Dr King’s New Discovery offers a home remedy for consumption and all throat and lung diseases. The first dose provides relief and steady use yields cures, with trial bottles free at Powell’s City drug store. Prices 50 cents and 1.00. Every bottle guaranteed.
O G Vale station agent notes excursions to Texas and nearby territory with fares set at twenty one dollars plus usual one fare, dated February 4th and similar. Birched text mentions Railroads Rr and P R R and general sale terms.
A historical report discusses the Isthmian canal commission's view on the Nicaragua and Panama routes. It notes physical and financial factors, with the Panama option favored by cheaper operation and better knowledge of the country, yet the Panama Canal Company's price of forty million dollars complicates acceptance. Washington reports deny a post office subscription crackdown claim and reaffirm no change to second class publication rules.
An 19th century tonic touts a stomach disease cure from a South American Nervine product. It claims permanent relief for indigestion and stomach weakness with a single dose, offered by J. E. and F. A. Powell, druggists, and branded as safe and world changing.
A playful mnemonic in verse explains articles nouns adjectives verbs adverbs conjunctions prepositions interjections and the nine parts of speech. It uses simple examples such as school garden hoop swing and door to illustrate grammar concepts.
A discussion on Illinois inheritance tax from 1806 outlines a complex, evolving framework. It cites varying rates by relationship and estate size, notable exemptions, and a timber of unsettled points such as trust funds and possible future tax for collateral heirs. The piece centers on Judge Skinner’s anticipated decision in a case involving Anson Benson’s estate and a life trust for Marjory Batterry, highlighting potential shifts in tax liability.
Reports confirm the sale of control of the Indiana Illinois and Iowa railroad to the Lake Shore and Michigan Southern company. The Vanderbilts reportedly paid a large price to acquire the Three I, a key feeder along a belt from Clinton Iowa to St Joseph Michigan via South Bend. Vice President Brown of Lake Shore denies the rumor, though negotiations are believed underway.
A Iowa mother credits Chamberlain's Gough Remedy with saving her son's life. She recalls giving the medicine every ten minutes, the child regurgitating mucus, and the relief that followed. She purchased the remedy from A. J. Steere in Goodwin and notes sales at Dr Powell's City drug store.
Lumber for sale including 15 000 feet of peak elm and cottonwood at the river lumber yard advertised by Forrest Bras.
An advertisement extols Dr Miles personal treatment for heart disease and related ailments claiming scientific methods with a twenty one year history. It cites hundreds of cures including so called incurables and urges readers to write for candid advice and $2.50 worth of free treatment from the Chicago office.
Administrator Dion Roe Locke calls all claimants against the estate of Samantha E. Locke to present claims to the county court at La Con in Dinots County. The hearing is set for the first Monday in March 1902. Debtors are asked to make immediate payment to the undersigned.
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