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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1892
Page
6
Local column from Lacon notes Skelton concert success and a flurry of Monday visits and court events. Residents include Charlie Turner of Wenona courting, Judge Green of Pekin presiding, and editor Elisaworth hosting guests.
An elderly physician retired from practice promises a free recipe for a vegetable remedy to cure consumption and other lung ailments. The notice claims success in thousands of cases and offers to mail the directions in German, French, or English to any requester with a stamp. Address A. Noyes 820 Powers Block Rochester, N. Maly.
Dr Boylan is laid up after catching la grip. John Saggers J E Saggers and Jeriah Bonham William Bonham and wife are sick. Fred McClanahan moved into a new store last Monday. Bevut Walla is out with la grip. T Van Antwerp returned from Colorado. Rey Shoop fell ill last week and discontinued meetings. George Haya visited friends. Charley Frank returned from Chicago to visit family. Harry Marshall sick last week. Alea’s trouble unclear. Myé Durley returns home to care for mother Mrs Ontae Martland who is ill.
Amos Darton and wife visited relatives in Fostarla Ohio. Elder Pearce returned from Kewanes after aiding in a series of meetings. William Riddell, the grain buyer, recovered from a lagap and resumed office. Dr Harry McClanahan came from San Antonio Texas and treated patients but will not practice until spring. A G Brasfield announces Steuben township financial office at Van Aptwerp's store for public inquiry.
Crow Meadow reports Bessie Williams visiting in Galva and J A Williams at the Partners Institute in Hennepin. Grace Blood wed in Lacon to a Chicago lawyer. they left for Chicago. The Horan family suffers grip and illness. Mrs Horan has died with son and husband near collapse. community offers sympathy.
William Wallace Whitefield shelled corn for Anton Frey on Monday. Center sociable dampened by storm. Over ten dollars raised. George Wall’s family sick with grip but cheerful. Mahlon Diehl hosting visitors and acquiring city air. Misses Paulina and Tillie Klein spend holidays at Princeville. Lawrence Geisler rents John Peterman property, to take possession March 1. He forecasts a wedding invitation soon. Christmas dance at Broo tley’s Hall enjoyed by most. two young men quarrel over 40 cents for cake. They left with their dates, supper eaten on the road.
Advertisement for Arnica Salve marketed as the best salve for cuts bruises sores ulcers and skin eruptions including piles. Promises guaranteed satisfaction or money refunded with price 26 cents per box at Dr Pollme's drug store.
Two weeks into the grip, residents describe symptoms and home remedies such as hot ginger tea and feet soaking. Notes on Keeley remedy, saloon license funds for cures, Joe Lyon leaving for Oregon, John Jackson birthday surprise, Keslie Wilson steer shipment, and Centre lant cater supper with $10 receipts.
A fragment from a page highlights a tense scene at a corner where a father’s absence and a community bustle surface. Readable words hint at a local drama or event stirring question and conversation.
Shtrttd of 0 CF t Shtrttd of 0 CF t oon to arrive direct from New York Sea City New Speine ClorHine. Men's Sack and Cutaway Suits at 3 less than ever before. Also an immense line of genuine Clay Worsted in Sacks Frocks and Prince Alberts which are trade winners at 12.50. Knee Pant Suits at 85c. Boys Long Pant Suits up to 18 years old at 1.25. Men's Suits in proportion.
The note lists 20000 rolls of wall paper 100 dozen window shades embroidery spring hosiery lace curtains carpets 1500 Reynolds Bros fine shoes and $1200 worth True Fit overalls shirts pants and jeans. It mentions prices 25 percent lower than competing makes and notes winter overcoats cloaks and suits available at own price now with railway involvement.
Mra Dille recovers from grip while Mre Rogo Herr remains very sick with throat trouble. Rev Dille and presiding elder Ray C O McCulloch miss quarterly meeting due to illness. A marriage at Geo Snell's home linked Emma King and Riley Divilbiss, with license in Marshall county. Dr Willis plans a store on Josephen yon property as business stirs at the Corners. M B E Sunday School at the Corners elects Thomas Rundella superintendent and staff, with a strong year ahead.
The report notes a mistaken relation in an earlier item, correcting to cousin for the brother and son phrasing. It records Joseph Stowell shipping three cars of stock to Chicago last week and A. F. Leigh handling hogs. La Prairie ships substantial stock, the oyster supper by band boys was postponed to Tuesday eve last week and proved socially and financially successful, netting $28. The youths are praised as improving beyond local bands with more practice.
A promotional notice extols Restorative Nervine from Dr Miles as a cure for nervous disorders. It claims benefits for headaches blues sleeplessness neurosis and related conditions and offers trial bottles and a testimonials book from J E. & F.A. Powell.
Magnolia notes report seven houses being filled today as residents hope for a mild winter and vegetable growth next summer. N J Allen sent $5 to Keeley institute for tobacco cure. about 80 await results with some fearing treatment may be fatal. Ben Walker returns from Dwight after four weeks studying Keeley cure and plans to try it. crowds cheer him and debate temperance.
Swan receives Florida oranges from her brother in La Prairie Centre. I L Root gets a medal from E L Moncer of Venona for tin sample made there. A correspondent hosts a very large boarder at the publican’s place. Wahhee and Erskie halt at East Lynn purchase plans.
The column notes a leap year dance likely in January and reflects on femininity and social customs. It mentions Emma Gurnea returning from Kansas visits, Roan Alexander at home briefly, and Mrs Pendleton hosting relatives. Several locals Iked with illnesses like grippe and a festive mood pervades the reminiscence.
The column catalogs local men available for courtship in playful terms. John Dean attracts many, Henry Small remains shy, J B Thornton and Barney Piper are named as desired catches, Richard Spencer may wed if a singer appears, Bert Mitchell is a good match for an educated woman, and Wm Bossey seeks a lively companion fond of dogs and hunting.
Mionie Hawkins visits Bell Condit as ice harvests peak and the ice is unusually clear this year. Prof McClusky teaches about 80 pupils in a singing class. H M Duncan visits Roanoke between trains to attend the funeral of Mrs Cox in Mineral. Mrs Priscilla Cox of Mineral dies at home on Jan 1 after a long illness, leaving a husband and two young sons. she had lived with her brother C P Carroll for years and was well liked in the community.
Milo club plans the long awaited production The little brown jug on Friday night while local groups discuss an oyster supper. Dan Hufoagle visits family and the town hosts a busy scene with weather and community notices.
The Rev Geo H Traver of Bouron Ind endorses Shilohs Consumption Cure and Shilohs Vitalizer claiming immediate relief for cough indigestion and liver complaint. Advertisements tout Sunor’s Catarrh Remedy Hackmetack perfume and a free Nasal Injector with Shilohs Catarrh Remedy. Prices 10c 50c and 1.00.
Farmers should study the proceedings of the Putnam Fla Armara Institute, which are described as full of substantial content and practical guidance for agricultural work. The notice urges readers to examine detailed reports and findings relevant to farming practices and rural industry.
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The Jacobs Family Concert Company presents the celebrated Anvil Chorus at New Opera Hall on January 21 with a featured performance likely drawing music lovers.
John Jacobson, 1832-1885, Danish native and 80 year host of the Railroad Hotel in Bureau, died of pneumonia. Burial occurred Tuesday at Congregational church with Masonry rites. He leaves Minerva Kent, a widow, and several properties valued around $40,000. He was a prominent local businessman shaping Greenwood cemetery and public ventures.
Advertises a one to three day treatment for rheumatism and neuralgia with immediate disappearance of symptoms after the first dose. Claims the remedy removes the cause from the system and offers a 75 cent price. Distributed by J.B. & Co A Powell druggists Henryl.
Mr H Tyler learned on Monday of the death of his aged brother Jobo Tyler at Cape Sandy. The death came while he sat in a chair after a light attack. He leaves one daughter and two sons. The Jacobs Family Brass Band will perform at New Speen Disuse on January 21.
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