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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1892
Page
2
A verbose tirade attacks the Democrat and Times over a $24,000 levy for 1901. The writer mocks editors education claims and tax figures, calls for accountability, and ridicules commentators from multiple papers while urging disclosure of the levy miscalculation.
The Buahnel Record editor writes to Dave about lost hope and the need for truthful reporting. He asserts that pushing hard against falsehood strengthens faith in honest journalism.
The letter from A. L. Turner, chairman of the Finance Committee, argues the 1891 levy of 24 000 was excessive and should have been 16 000. The piece blames Democratic officials and committee members Shafer Turner Colehower for the overcharge, urging accountability and disclosure of funds.
The excerpt contrasts Indiana’s grand public school system with Illinois Chicago World’s Fair prominence and Morgen pamphlets. It argues newspapers remain the best medium for public information and questions adopting pamphlet systems in schools and advertising, noting cost is not the main issue.
The piece accuses outside parish claims of rising costs in 1891 with totals from Yons Lacon and Henry at 1189, notes December expenses from Fentynidue, and cites county wages of 48068 for pauper care plus 18.65 suits. It claims no shipper supplied such items and charges Democratic extravagance by the Republican supervisor, urging exposure of who is responsible.
Wisconsin circuit court Judge Newman decides state funds and their natural interest accrue to the people, not the state treasurer. The ruling analogizes public money to property with natural increases belonging to the owners, signaling a shift to citizen ownership across Illinois and the region.
JHO, HUTCHINS & CO respond to The Times and The Democrat over 1836 county expenses and the contrast between Republican and Democratic administrations. They challenge the claim of Republican economy versus Democratic extravagance and call for clear explanations of historical costs and governance.
A called meeting in Lacon presided by Thomas Judd established the Marshall Co Farmers Institute. Officers named include vice president A P Webber secretary 98 Merritt and treasurer GQ W E Cook. The first annual meeting will be at Lacon with the County Horticultural society in February.
A Louisville resident writes Dr Keeley at Dwight claiming grip relief. He reports a four grain safetida pill taken four times daily quickly breaks and cures grip, saving expense and suffering and preserving valuable lives.
An advertisement extols Ballard's Snow Liniment as a universal remedy for rheumatism neuralgia sprains cuts bruises burns frostbite sore throat chest back stiffness and contracted muscles. It claims long term cripples have regained walking ability and lists the price at 60 cents with agents J E and F A Powell.
A fragmented dialogue shows prying remarks about romance and drinking. Characters Prycilla Angelina Araminto and Arabella exchange sarcastic comments while Minnie Mamie discuss appearances and social behavior amid intoxication and flirtation. The mood satirizes social pretensions and masculine drinking as part of celebration.
A bill introduced in Congress by Representative Snow grants lands to honorably discharged soldiers of the late war. The measure aims to provide tangible recompense to veterans and extend federal land distributions to qualified individuals.
The report notes Bro Morgan in town recently, seen during a outing connected to a pamphlet defense matter as reported by Times.
The obituary sketches Richard Hart Waterfall a longtime Henry citizen and public servant, noting his roles as justice of the peace notary public town clerk and insurer. It recalls his English birth in 1818 and migration via Canada to North America life among congregations and later years in Henry. The piece also records multiple family lines and funeral details.
To those who kindly aided at the sick bed and assisted in the burial of our beloved wife and mother we offer sincere thanks. We appreciated all that could add comfort to her we loved dearly and to the solace of the family in this bereavement James Harrington and family
Lacon G A B and W R C held a joint officer installation on a January Saturday with a large crowd at the WC T U hall. Rev Marah led devotions, Mr Zimmerman installed the Post, and Mrs Harriet Curtin presided as officers and guests praised the well staged program and plentiful repast.
A vintage health ad claims pneumonia and bronchitis kill one third of the human race, arising from neglected colds. It touts Ballard’s Horehound Syrup as the best remedy for pneumonia bronchitis and throat and lung troubles. Drs E F Powell listed as agents.
J E W Mornay county superintendent urges teachers to increase reviews of all year work through oral and written tests aligned to the course of study. Central exams set for Feb 25 26 with grading and recommendations by supervising teachers. county diploma finals in Varna Mar 5 and Lacon Mar 12, with pupils allowed at convenient locations.
Dr Miles's Pills claim to regulate the liver stomach and bowels via the nerves and speedily cure biliousness bad taste torpid liver piles constipation in men women and children. Smallest mildest surest 50 doses 25 cents samples free at J E & F A Powell's Drug Store Henry Ils. iy
Died notices record multiple individuals: Mrs Ka aged 4 years 2 months. Ryan 165 and aged 70. Richard H Waterfall of Eng in his 70th year. Margaret 65 wife of Twennd. a son of war aged 18. Banach in Putiam Cs township. Randy 18 daughter of Michael Horan.
New postal cards offered in two sizes. The larger card measures about six inches by a similar dimension for business and official use while the smaller social card matches the present card size. The options provide both utility and social exchange formats.
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