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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1911
Page
4
An advertisement touts Rexall 93 hair tonic with a money back guarantee if it fails to relieve scalp irritation stop dandruff prevent hair loss and boost growth. The notice also includes a public auction at the R M Barnes farm near Henry Putnam Illinois listing horses cattle sows a dog farming gear household items and more with payment terms and auction details.
Public sale on the Robert Davis farm ten miles west of Henry Illinois and six miles northeast of Camp Grove Wednesday February 8 1011 at 10 o clock a m features nine head of horses and mules eight head of cattle farm machinery and household articles with cash terms under ten dollars and 10 month credit on larger sums. Newton Van Ostrand R 1 McColl Auctioneer Frank Chit Clerk Lunch served.
Varna reports note residents in town including Charles German of Hopewell and Marian Fairbanks visiting New York. Kohler and Stroup shipped hogs. many speak of illness including grippe and appendicitis. Local events include Women’s Club meeting, Knight of Pythias work, and guests from Chicago and Magnolia. advertisements urge Chamberlain’s Stomach and Liver Tablets for constipation.
The report notes markets at Held Tuesday January 17 with corn and oats prices, mentions John Larson's birthday party with seven families bringing food, and a large dinner hosted by his daughter and housekeeper. August Larson visited Venona and work for his uncle during court in Lacon while neighbors called on families and shared meals. The Putnam revival meetings continue, and the marriage of Lee Stickel to Pearl Bobby is noted with a farewell party for Lee.
Local column items report a family loss, health updates, visitors, school election results, and upcoming events. Notable mentions include Mr Dalrymples losing a baby, Roland Doyle donating books, and district superintendent O T Dwinell to conduct a conference. The piece also notes weather, farming activity, sales, and local residents visiting kin.
The advertisement lists a massive clearance sale with bulk pricing on items including dressy combs, socks, fleece work socks, bandanas, handkerchiefs, Colgate powder, muslin fabric, velvet, silk jackets, cloaks, coat styles, overcoats, and sweaters among others. Multiple lots show deep discounts from former prices as part of a sweeping January clearance.
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