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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1892
Page
2
The notice asks patrons to promptly settle outstanding accounts and remit by mail or call. It notes recent improvements to The Republican have increased demands and urges early attention. It states Chairman Campbell of Illinois has resigned and Senator Proctor of Vermont will succeed as chairman of the Republican National Committee.
The Republican carries a final article on Protection by Hon. Zeriah Bonham and notes it was copied into the Exeter Nebraska Ex eter Eye, spreading its message to another paper.
Critics unfavorably assess former Senator Farwell's recent letter attacking the president. The piece argues a man airing his own grievances publicly typically receives the harshest treatment.
A report alleging the destitution and death of 8 M Garratt, Heq., at Kansas City is claimed to be unfounded and politically motivated. No official refutation has appeared, according to the sample notice.
The Bradford Republican and the Henry Republican celebrate a refreshed issue described as bright and sparkling. Readers are praised for the paper’s edited quality and lively presentation, marking a notable improvement in style.
A building boom is quietly asserting CA with two cottages nearly finished on the Hannan Wegon site. C. C. Saith plans a new residence by September first. Elder Howe aims to complete a Henry residence and establish a permanent home. A business house is planned as well, signaling a strong start for 1892 and more construction before winter.
The steamboats City of Peoria and Rex compete for river trade and speed. Rex has advantage from wear in swell, while Peoria has new machinery and is quickly improving. Peoria has reached Henry first several nights. changes to her machinery are planned to meet owner and public expectations.
Marshall county prohibitionists convened in Lacon on July 4 with open talks in the morning. G M Locke chaired after 1 pm with Lucy Gaston as secretary. A slate for county offices was approved including John J. Roberts for States Attorney Geo M Locke for Circuit Clerk and Deacon Dunlap for Coroner.
In Century July article the forecast system is outlined. Washington issues broad predictions while local districts prepare timely forecasts for farmers. Expanded telegraph or mail delivery would enable widespread farmer access and full value of the weather service.
The Empire urges Congress to test President Harrison's message and warns Ottawa against forced Canadian positions while proposing tolls on vessels using the Sault canal. The Globe questions Washington treaty compliance, flags risks for the dominion, and cautions against provoking action against Canadian railways operating in the U.S., citing interstate commerce laws.
A Groton resident, Adam Hurd, writes of a near death from a ball cold that settled into consumption. After doctors gave up, he prayed and used Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption Coughs and Colds. His wife and he credit eight bottles with his recovery, now healthy. Trial bottles free at Dr Powell's drugstore, regular sizes 50c and 1.00.
Henry observed the Fourth with decorations and informal gatherings as high water limited formal events. Crowds enjoyed boat excursions on the Under Cliff, porch socializing, a six contestant boat race won by Charles Peterson, rockets and fireworks from Henry Yaeger’s stand, and skating light displays along Edwards street. No accidents or arrests were reported.
In earlier times medicines were thought to require nausea for effect. The text promotes Ayor's Sareaparilla as a powerful alterative now widely agreeable to most palates with a flavor far from medicinal.
Magnolia lodge No 428 IOOF GT reports brother Col John SRO robbed in his hotel room about 2 30 am by armed men of his valuables. During pursuit his revolver discharged accidentally killing the attached man. The lodge pledged $25 aid and asks Grand Lodge officers to show leniency regarding the raid funds. Presented by A B Wilson and adopted June 27 1892. I C Taylor C T Aurrep H Bell Secy Daisy Haws Asst Secy.
A Sunday ceremony at St Marys church saw six girls and four boys receive first communion. The event featured a flowered church, a schoolhouse procession led by Sunday school boys with a silk banner, and a touching address from Father Bank.
City council meeting notes show Mayor J N Krenz and aldermen present including H D P D Watercott T L Harrington E H Chrke and others. On motion of Ald Hutchins seconded the council adjourned to Thursday evening July 7 1892 with clerk E T Drsosway attesting.
Albert D Stevens and family spent the Fourth in Henry County among friends near Atkinson on Daniel Ketchum's place. He reports abundant rainfall, 90 acres of oats look well, 85 acres of corn with 75 good and 10 drowned. They traveled by carriage and plan to return home today via Saratoga township.
Postmaster Brown and his daughter Blanche Bridges marked the Fourth of July in Kewanee. Blanche, aided by Miss Camnery, managed Uncle Sam’s posts, serving most of the day at the post office with grace and efficiency.
Last Sunday evening Lee Adkinson, son of grocer J. H. Adkinson, was struck on the right arm by a falling rock from a shed roof, fracturing near the elbow. Doctors Jones and Forrest set the bones, splinted the limb, and the boy, though hurt, is up today with his arm in a sling.
The Lacon Ladies' Literary Club hosted guests at a reception for Mr and Mrs E L Buchanan at their home. A diverse program featured instrumental duets, recitations, vocal songs, and a character sketch followed by refreshments amid high praise for the hosts.
An advertisement extols Ballard's Snow Liniment as a universal remedy for rheumatism neuralgia headaches back pain sores wounds and inflammation. It warns against inferior white liniments and notes local residents' travel plans and social news including visits to Peoria and a Thomas Runnett reunion with music.
Mr and Mrs George Nicholson returned from a pleasure trip to Salt Lake City. Mr Nicholson testified in a mining case while there. They toured the Rocky Mountains and Lake activity, attended the Mormon Tabernacle service, and enjoyed hospitality from Mr and Mrs John Morgan.
Edward Hunter of the Hunter farm near Putnam village has remodeled and painted the large residence adding a square plate glass ornament and improved the barn with new cribs and extensions. When finished the farm will be a sightly, handsome place, among the finest on the prairie.
The discourse on Rev Fr Lockney’s removal from Henry remains unsettled as the move has not been finalized or agreed upon between the bishop and authorities. The Republican notes the matter is still under consideration with best wishes for a smooth farewell when the change occurs. A Lorimowa lumber dealer laments his wife’s blindness and the paper’s loss from their home. He recalls her fondness for The Republican and fears she may not read it again. Locals describe relief work cutting grass in front of residences offered at 15 to 20 cents per lot, with many such tasks available.
A family plans a summer outing on Tuesday then travels to St Albans summer camp at C. Yake Michigan for about two months. If weather holds, the trip promises delightful recreation and a refreshed return. T. Law and family departed for fe.
Sadie FE Bonham and Lilian Pratt, teachers and missionaries at the Indian University Bacone, Indiana Territory, traveled through Chicago en route to the National Convention of Christian Endeavor in New York. Mrs Fr Knapp erected a steel windmill to replace the blown down Enterprise, the tower 40 feet high. The Princeton business university closed a successful year, with graduates finding good jobs. Hiram Earl visits with family and remains in good health. Mrs Will Forbes and daughter travel to Henry, Illinois for summer visits. Tecumseh Journal notes a band concert and city council quorum issues while differing events occur at New Opera hall and in Wyoming, Galvai, and Aledo.
The article explains spider silk origin from glands near the abdomen, through spinnerets with hundreds of holes, forming a silk thread. It notes six hundred strands per thread and cites a Kansas Farmer computation claiming silk can bear far more weight than iron, highlighting exceptional strength.
A bowlder over ten tons travels forty feet in twenty years without human help. The stone sits in West Hill pond near Winchester, four miles from Winsted, Conn, acting as a boundary marker. Recent surveys show it shifted several feet, pond water lies ten feet below normal, rock partly submerged. A gravel heap in front and a deep rear channel show the rock’s plowing path. Many local observers report this strange phenomenon.
England increases frozen meat arrivals with New Zealand and River Plate supplying the majority. Last year New Zealand sent about 2 000 000 carcasses and the Plate more than 1 000 000. Australia shows rapid growth with exports rising to 840 000 in three years. Sheep farming begins in the Falkland Islands, exporting 20 000 carcasses. The trade has grown in under a decade and may expand further.
A London or Birmingham area widow, described as eccentric and well off, befriended a neighbor's donkey. She nursed the animal through illness, invited it into her home, and accepted a gift of the donkey from its owner. The tale notes odd entanglements and a dog’s involvement in a separate grave incident.
Three Afghan fugitives were sent to Ikansham to mine for silver after confronting the ameer. They dug for twenty days without success until a warning seven day limit passed, then a rich vein appeared. About a hundred workers now toil in the mine visited last summer by an English traveler.
Herodotus describes a funeral custom where the dried corpse is plastered with gypsum and painted tin to resemble life. A hollow crystal column is placed around the body, sourced locally, and the body is kept with its closest relatives for four years before burial.
An old advertisement asserts good looks come from health and vital organs. It claims liver stomach and kidney conditions cause unattractive appearance and promotes Dr Powell's Electrica Bithers tonic as a cure for pimples and blemishes at 50 cents per bottle.
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