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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1888
Page
3
The Kankakee Gazette editorial mocks Democrats for not crediting the restoration of railroad lands to the public domain and praises Congressman Payson as the driving force behind the investigations against them. The piece uses strong language about political tactics and election timing.
The New York Tablet warns Grover Cleveland that 300,000 Irish-Americans in New York will show at the polls to condemn his pro-British, un-American and anti-Irish policy.
Two elderly Republican figures spoke at the national convention. John C. Fremont was the first Republican candidate for president, and Frederick Douglass, noted for his role in abolition, addressed alongside them during Lincoln era rhetoric.
The first dark horse in a presidential race was James K. Polk in 1844. The first telegram announced his nomination at the Democratic National Convention in Baltimore, sent over the new wire to Washington. Belief arrived only with the train’s confirmation.
The piece notes Bir Levi P Morton’s quiet generosity in 18 contributing to Irish famine relief. It highlights his willingness to join a three-person effort to equip a famine ship, totaling a donation once revealed as his own.
The platform declares repeal of internal taxes on tobacco and spirits used in arts and mechanics, with tariff revisions to limit imports and keep revenue. It rejects full repeal unless revenue remains excessive. A temperance resolution affirms government aims to virtue and sobriety, adopted after rule suspension. Wellington of Maryland opposed it.
A letter recounts a family's journey from Henry to Chillicothe and Scott City via the Santa Fe line. They observe delays, travel through Iowa Missouri and Kansas, meet relatives Rob Shorty and Charlie, and join a Beaver Creek fishing party. The account notes local scenes, hotels, and social events at the county court house.
The 36th Souvenir prints the 86th Illinois regiment reunion held at Peoria on August 27 1887. It includes a roster of survivors and notes on mustering, battles and marches, with officers and key sergeants listed. The regiment began with 987 men and 166 died of disease or 160 wounded or 83 captured. 888 remained at muster out June 6 1865. The 26th anniversary is set for August 27 and 28, 1888.
The term bandanna refers to the figure rather than the handkerchief quality. White blocks about a quarter inch with centers cut out form diamonds squares circles and other shapes on a colored background. A border of white lines dots bars surrounds the piece. Made of cotton or silk in deep vivid colors mainly yellow red and chocolate with occasional blues. Sizes range from about two feet square up to bedsized spreads.
A brief article from the July century discusses disease germs and methods to combat them. It mentions Pasteur and his long study of disinfection and fermentation, noting his name is closely linked to hydrophobia in public imagination.
A 19th century survey of seventeen year cicadas, their life cycle, emergence patterns, and local folklore. The article notes the insect’s non eating adult stage, egg-laying on tree twigs, and the 42 day open-air period with regional appearance differences. It also reviews historic Illinois state tax rates under Gov Palmer and argues for fiscal restraint to protect pockets and public services.
Congress passed a law granting pension start dates from the death of husbands for widows of the war of the rebellion. It affects claims filed on or after July 1, 1880, but not those filed earlier with preexisting grants. No attorney or formal application is needed. widows need only provide name, post office address, and certificate number by letter.
Varna June 18 1888 a county convention is called to meet at the courthouse in Lacon on July 20 to nominate county officers. Prohibition clubs Feary WCTU and Y unions receive delegates by membership. townships lacking such groups get one delegate or more by apportionment.
A Florida Street reader recounts using Allcock's Porous Plasters to cure malaria after months of illness and an enlarged spleen. The letter says the tonic worked, with plasters placed on the back and abdomen, and notes ongoing health since. The column also mentions livestock records and remarks on wool, sheep handling, and a sales note.
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