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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1903
Page
8
Ten days of wet advertising promise 300 men's suits at $5 and 151 boys suits at $2.50. The store reports selling faster than expected and now has 33 boys suits left, to be closed before Saturday night at the same prices.
Local items report visits by Daniel Ketchum and families, Ed Metcalf and family in Normal, Prof Edward Burt’s summer plans, Henry saloon license, W R C meeting, bass catch of 24 pounds, a June-July social at Bonham schoolhouse, and updates on residents, farms, and a large store clearance sale. The Henry Republican marks 62nd year with extensive cement work and home improvements by Watercott brothers.
A notice announces a forthcoming large sale featuring men’s boys’ women’s and children’s wear and summer house furnishings. Readers are urged to get ready for a gigantic clearance event with details to appear in the presiding notice.
Cash grocery and restaurant listing with a note about butter eggs and prices. Mentions “Spot Cash” and references to tobacco and cigars, short order lunch, and a separate breakfast/meal service. Includes names and directions for a local shop and its offerings.
Dr C F Meng dentist. First National Bank will be dosed for printing at The only republican office. Lewis Mutton of Canton visiting here this week. Mrs R I Thornton of Gardner here to spend the fourth of her parents home. Envelopes plain with return card 10¢ per pack. Mies Sintzer of Piper City guest of Miss Jessie Stegall. Mrs Max Belwers and child visiting in Chicago. Mrs Susan Parsons of Chillicothe visiting Mrs Mary Culter. Paul and Clifford Vogelsang, sons of Frank Vogelsang of Streator, visiting city. Laura Horr visited brother Harry Chauncey in Peoria. Mrs Vogelaang visiting Streator with Mr Frank Vogelaang. Front of Hartley store on second street being shaped. Hot weather said to help corn grow. James Law spent over Sunday with George Nicholwoll. Mrs Riddel and daughter Margaret visiting relatives in Sparland. Brass door key left at office for owner to claim. Dr Zeller spent week with father ex Postmaster Kline, returned to Peoria. Henry post office to close July 4 at 9 am after that hour no delivery. Wife of Postmaster Stanton of Hennepin visiting Mrs H Wright and Mrs Dewitt Woodrum last week. Grass and trees in park getting attention. will soon look meadowlike. Dr Virgil Harter of Stronghurst died last week of appendicitis. Mr and Mrs W H Kirkpatrick attended funeral. he was a cousin. Jonathan Long of Putnam, one of Putnam county's oldest citizens, to Hinary trading Tuesday.
For sale two of the best improved quarters of land in Saratoga township east of Camp Grove at easy terms. Also a fine eight room dwelling with barn near the depot. Lands in eastern Manitoba Canada from 6 19 20 per acre with five acres. Additional farms in North Dakota and Iowa. Excursions every first and third Tuesday monthly. Apply to Jno Hartley.
Jacob A Melick agent for C. R. Gordon Land Company promotes low rates for insuring farm lands in Manitoba Canada. He quotes rapid growth in Philsepe city and offers information about colonist landseekers excursions with rates to Winnipeg. Melick will be in his office on July 4 to execute pension vouchers and other business.
To California and Return. July 1 to 10 via Rock Island System good to return until August 81. Summer is the time to visit California. Never hot in northern part of state. Resorts not crowded as in aviators Deltg tur-trip across the continent. Ask nearest Rock Island agent for further information.
Today the carrier fleet is routing shipments to La Rose Wenona Varna Bradford Hennepin Magnolia Lacon Sparland and Chillicothe, moving goods to eight towns across the region.
The collection showcases dainty chifons, fancy braids and other high quality street wear materials. It features a wide range of pretty patterns at moderate prices.
A local retailer lists children's summer shoes at 15c 25c 35c 50c 5c 1 1.25 1.50 and 1.75, highlighting affordable options for youngsters.
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