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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1917
Page
3
Sparland sees social visits, church notes, and school plans as residents like James Hill and Charles Scoon visit from nearby towns. Weather blocks Peoria guests. store incident injures no one. Obituary recounts Laura Carver’s life and church service. M. and M. club meets with new members. High school notes cover exams, honor pupils, and schedule shifts for next semester.
An old newspaper column warns that irregular meals lead to indigestion and promotes Cham berlain's Tablets for quick recovery. It also lists local notices about visits, deaths, social events, and a Dr Bell's Pine Tar Honey cold remedy with standard ad language.
Cottage residents Mr and Mrs Ed Duncan welcomed an eight pound girl on Wednesday morning. Banquet by Ladies Aid at Wil Piper’s on Wednesday with about four in attendance. Social at Herbert Goodale’s Saturday evening hosted by several local couples. Allen Hunter stayed for supper at Wm Chesney’s Sunday. Lena Shearer visited home in Buda after weeks with sister Mrs John Doty. Wm Chesney Jr and wife visited Wr Chesney on Thursday. Callie Brokaw visited Lee Brokaw Friday. Mrs Geo Milner improving and able to leave bed. Frank Doty and wife spent Friday at John Doty’s.
Jerry Trone of near Lacon endured a serious accident last week while dumping corn. His fingers were caught in the machinery, two were amputated and three were mangled. He previously recovered from paralysis, and his wife died after a stroke two months earlier. Marshall county grand jury praised State’s Attorney Wallace Black for prompt handling of cases. Conrad J. Held of Lacon Bank left for Springfield to lobby for the State Farm bureau. A local farm bureau was organized at the courthouse to push Illinois legislature for farmer-friendly laws this year.
John May opens a coal bank north of Sparkland to meet growing demand. Jennie B Holmes mourns Andrew Aitchison and extends sympathy to family. A Nightwanger with helpers piles logs for a soon to operate sawmill. Revivals at Sparland Methodist church offer sermons. Mrs Dr McCartney reports her aunt Mrs Tanner is rallying in Bloomington. Mary Williams visits Lacon with Oliver Johnson and meets newborn Mildred Emma. Mrs John Marland’s sister-in-law in Wenona improves then declines. Rumor links Hughie Russell and Jennie Ray’s Peoria marriage. Funeral attendees honor Mrs Laura Carver in Sparland, recalling her kindness.
South Whitefield community items report a Friday social at Rickey school hosted by Miss Miles, local visits among neighbors, and routine acts like clearing dead trees. An epidemic of grip affects many families. Lane Waughop introduces a newborn son. Local ads promote Dr Bell’s Pine or Honey remedy and Henry’s Job Printing Office.
Probate court actions include claims against estates of William Wilcox Ruth S Wilcox Sherman T Sperry and Andrew Aitchison with damages and guardianship orders. Conservatorship for George Horner and William Davis, and probate hearing set for Feb 5. Circuit court covers real estate transfers, marriage licenses, and a murder case verdict awarding Mrs Marvin $1500. another judgment awarded to Mrs Waldo. The Venona Coal case proceeds with no decision yet.
An old fashioned advertisement touts Dr King’s New Discovery for coughs colds and winter illnesses. It promises soothing pine flavors mild laxative ingredients and relief from croup grippe and bronchial affections. A bottle at your druggist for 50 cents.
Mr Taft warned that current Philippine policy to remove American civil servants risks a political arena ruled by Philippine politicians. He said bribery and blackmail could taint major business projects and deter capital investments, harming the islands and allied interests. The Senate passed the Sheppard bill to abolish DC saloons after November 1, with House action pending. An amendment for a district referendum failed 43 to 43.
Senate action preserves the literacy test provision long opposed by presidents Cleveland Taft and Wilson. Supporters claim they can marshal votes to override a veto. The bill’s exclusion zones include India Indo China Afghanistan Turkestan Borneo Sumatra New Guinea and Celebes. A separate report blames high sisal prices for a 319 million annual tax on U.S. farmers and urges Justice State and Agriculture departments to act. Voters in Streator and Pontine consider adopting an imperial mission form of government.
A speaker laments rising gasoline costs draining scarce funds from groceries, clothing, and charitable giving. The verse contrasts former frugality with the pressure of paying for fuel, noting sacrifices from children's shoes to books and art as each dollar must go toward gasoline purchases.
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