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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1901
Page
4
The article argues citizens should support wise local government and political reform. It notes centuries of remarkable change, predicts future developments, and cites large immigrant arrivals with Austria Hungary Italy Russia the United Kingdom and Ireland as sources, contrasting climate-forced migration.
A fragment discusses US refusal to pay European claims against Cuba after insurrection against Spain. It cites views by ex Senator George F. Edmunds on ignorance greed and wealth centralization as threats to liberty. Yale President Hadley warns against self interest over public spirit and Bryan highlights wealth's rising influence endangering inalienable rights.
Appearances suggest Gov elect Amor Yates will favor the state country press as a staunch ally in the coming four years. While he has not yet declared, friends of Yates expect him to rely on local papers for candid criticism and guidance, balancing metropolitan views with press accessibility to the people.
A garbled letterhead from Nome taverns describes a saloon with odd signage and prices. It cites a Sour Dough Motel at 1848 Table Ave with claims like best house north of Mexico, various services, and unusual rules. The text includes offensive terms and obsolete gambling references amid scattered, unclear notes.
A Savanna superintendent reviews 76 high schools' football reports to gauge its benefit and risk. He urges uniform state guidance, stricter eligibility, moral codes, trained supervision, and open play to improve schooling value.
An advertisement explains chronic sores arise from dirty blood and promises cure by cleansing and purifying the blood with S S S. It claims old ulcers worsen without proper blood health and cites a testimonial from Joe Talbert of Winona Mississippi who reports a complete cure after using the product and urges readers to request a free book.
An old advertises that emulsion provides rapid nourishment for babies and children. Directions suggest dosing a fourth to half a teaspoon for infants and half to a full teaspoon for older children, mixed in milk. The product claims benefits for both mother and child and lists Scott & Bowne as chemists in New York.
A speaker urges teachers to take charge of school football under principal or superintendent authority. He warns against intoxicants and ungentlemanly conduct, arguing football should stay and be shaped by educators to lift boys physically mentally and morally. He calls for a statewide teachers’ organization to control the game.
Census figures show several towns and townships in Marshall county gaining population in the decade, with Bennington and Toluca township among the largest increases. Evans township and Henry city also rise, while Whitefield Saratoga LaPrairie Hopewell Lacon Richland and Belle Plain decline.
A five year old boy from Leatherwood Indiana sick with a five month cough showed no relief from five remedies and doctors prescriptions. After using Wakefield's Cough Syrup a 25 cent bottle and a second bottle the child recovered from consumption per the statement of N T Cox. Dr Powell also sells the syrup.
A real estate dealer lists land for sale in Oklahoma and Missouri and notes regular visits on the first and third Tuesdays each month. For details, contact Lathigoffics. Also an ad promotes Jell-O as a quick two minute dessert option available at grocers for 10 cents in lemon, orange, raspberry, and strawberry flavors.
An advertisement extols Benson's Plaster as superior to Belladonna and other plasters. It claims 55 top honors from European and American competitions, notes wide consumer trust, and offers pre paid postage on orders within the United States at 25 cents each via Seabury & Johnson, New York.
A Chicago Dat fawn note reports Kentuckians dislike water and weather, a man affected by a goat scenarios not needing a dictionary, and a physician linking starch to baldness with a playful suggestion that starch may dull heads.
Fragmentary bulletin notes a playful exchange about marriage and affection. The fragment mentions “apple of your eye” and a past remark, hinting at a lighthearted reminiscence rather than a formal notice or event.
Citizens discuss philanthropist Mr Biggleson known for drafting subscription papers others sign. Chicago Times-Herald notes his habit of organizing funds.
An advertisement touts Ely's Cream Balm as a cleanser and healer for nasal catarrh. It claims to soothe diseased membranes without dryness or irritation and to avoid sneezing, offered at 60 cents through druggists or Ely Bros in New York. The preparation spreads upon application and provides immediate relief.
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