Swat the fly and other bits of weekly news
News of a Week item compiles local notes on marriage law changes in Illinois, railway conductors on vacation, a minister's travel plans, pension act amendments, jokes about Pat and the train, medical feats, political candidacies, road safety warnings, a Wenona obituary, and patriotic reflections on the flag. Names include Will Van Petten, Anna and Alma McFarland, Joe Houghton, Rev J B Mercer, Mrs Edith Hood, Wm G Worley, Tf Shields, and various locations such as Sparland Peoria Bureau Norman Wenona Rochester Ind.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Will van Petten
Coddington
Wis
Anna
Alma McFarland
Sparland
Illinois
Murray
Peoria
Bureau
Rock Island
Joe Houghton
J. B. Mercer
Norman
Okla
Frank
Southwest
Pat
North Carolina
Wm. G. Worley
Kingwood
W. Va
J. EB. Mercer
Worley
State Senate
Celebration Day in Peoria Marks Nation's Birthday
July 3 celebration in Peoria honors the 139th anniversary with ceremony at Central Park. Mayor E N Woodcutt, Spencer's band, and Mayor Doelzer attended. address praised by attendees while sports and music filled the day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry
Central Park
E. N. Woodcutt
Peoria
Spencer
Doelzer
Lower Edward Street
Central
Lark
F. W. Potter
J. E. Mercer
M. 18
Potter
Woodruff
Camp House
Testimonial Raised for Retiring Teacher Miz Worley
Superintendent King and the board organized a free will offering from former pupils and associates to honor Miz Luella Worley, a longtime teacher. Donations totaling 105 in gold were presented as a living tribute to her devotion and influence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
King
Corps of Teachers and School Board
Miz Luella Worley
W. J. King
Matthew Steele
Board of Education
Miss Worley
Worley
Selecting a Whetstone Nail File for Smooth Edges
The text praises a 1.5 inch whetstone nail file as a superior alternative to steel files. It recommends trying different stones to match nail texture, claiming it repeatedly buffs nails to a smooth edge, avoids nail cutting, is quicker and easier, and eliminates unpleasant sensations associated with steel files.
Ebaugh Family Rites and Death of Mrs Ebaugh
The 1844 New Orleans birth of Emme Schwalm, marriage to Captain Charles S. Ebaugh in 1862 at Beardstown, and their river man son Frank. Emme’s granddaughter Miss May Ebaugh cared for the family in Bradford where Miss Ebaugh later worked as stenographer. Emme died of a stroke July 4 after visiting relatives, funeral held July 5, with card of thanks from May Ebaugh and the Camery family praising support received.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emme
John
Amelia Schwalm
New Orleans
Charles S. Ebaugh
Beardstown
Ill
Ebaugh
Illinois
Misssissippi
Frank Ebaugh
Isaac Camnery
Frank
Miss May Ebaugh
Tvuo
Loingly
Bradford
Bradford Boiler Co
Isaac Cannery
Ebsaugh
Mrs. I. W. Camery
In Memory of Mary Appel Widow of Joseph Edscheidt
Mary Appel born November eighteenth eighteen thirty five in Nitel Germany came to America in eighteen sixty six and married Joseph Edscheidt at Hennepin. She lived with stepson Peter Edscheidt after his death and was a cherished mother figure. She moved to Henry six years ago and attended St Marys Church when able. Funeral services were held at St Marys Church at eight o clock Tuesday July sixth with Rev Gensler officiating. Interment followed in the Hennepin cemetery. Casket bearers were J N Krenz Frank Baer John Klein Peter Meridian and C C Doran undertaker. The family extends thanks to friends for their support during her sickness and passing. Peter Edscheidt and Family Valentine Bogner and Family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Appel
Nitel
Germany
America
Hennepin
Joseph Edscheidt
Peter Edscheidt
Henry
St. Mary’s Church
Fr. Gensler
J. N. Krenz
Frank Baer
John Klein
Peter Merdian
C. C. Doran
Valentine Bogner
District Meeting of Rebekahs Report Given at Marshall Lodge
Mrs. B. F. McBride reported from the Rebekah district meeting held at Minoak on June 16. The morning roll call showed all lodges present except Granville, Magnolia, and Princeton. Laura Besser welcomed attendees, with Mee E. Crowell of Rockford replying. Grace A. Henry of Mendota led a school of instruction in the afternoon. Kate Karver of Chillicothe was elected president and Bessie Raley of Hennepin warden. Eureka lodge conferred the Rebekah degree in the evening. Allen lodge of Minoak served pink and green ice cream and wafers after a few brief talks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rebekahs
B. F. McBride
Rebekah
Minoak
Marshall Lodge
Granville
Magnolia
Princeton
Laura Besser
Mee E. Crowell
Rockford
Grace A. Henry
Mendota
Kate Karver
Chillicothe
Bessie Raley
Hennepin
Eureka Lodge
Allen Lodge
MIG Base Ball Excursion To Peru
Sunday July 11 Steamer David Swain carries the MIG team to Peru for their first excursion. The Henry Greys travel next Sunday to meet Peru Maroons, who recently defeated them. Peru plans a Big League Battery for the game, suggesting a tough test for the Greys. Boat leaves at 10 a.m. from Manin Street foot. Advt. James Herron and family guests of Mr and Mrs George A. Gurt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David Swain
Henry Greys
Peru
In Memoriam Hennah L Taber
In Memoriam for Hennah L Taber daughter of Captain and Mrs James Taber born New Bedford Mass March 27 1846. Her family moved to Illinois 1852 near Mile Boyd Grove schoolhouse. She married Chester Bidwell Sept 29 1895 and died July 4 after long church life with New Church burial rites July 6. Many thanks to Cottage church and Sunday school for floral pieces. Chester Bidwell Charlotte Allen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hennah L. Taber
James Taber
New Bedford
Mass
Illinois
Mile Boyd’ Grove School House
Henry
Chester Bidwell
New Church
Rea W. Martin
Presbyterian Church
H. 8. Allen
E. T. Allen
Leonard Hunter
Lucius Huntington
Charles
William Austin
H.harris
Princeton
Nisce
Isla
Charlotte Allen
Guessing Contest Yields Several Local Wins and Notables
A July Fourth celebration featured a free guessing contest by local merchants. Prizes ranged from merchandise and coffee to a silver dollar date read by Willie Green, with multiple winners such as Lewis Phillips and Mrs Lawrence Ash. Samuel Sperry returned to town after years, while Peoria Salvation Army conducted street meetings to aid the drive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. F. Snyder
Lewis Phillips
M. L. Coan
Mildred Stever
C. E. Vogelsang
Ben Ransom
A. J. Ironmonger
Seldon McLaughlin
Parker
Fountain Pen
Duke Bros
Hardware
Lawrence Ash
Lawrence Gregory
Peterman Bros
Herman Hofer
Henry National Bank
Willie E
Reverend H C Reichel Leaves Eureka Church
Christian Church notes the closing of Rev. H C Reichel's pastorate on June 20 after nearly five years of service. He preached alternating Sundays, praised for ability and singing, and will move to Edwards Mississippi to teach at the Southern Christian Institute. Rayborn Zerby filled the pulpit last Sunday with favorable impressions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H.C. Reichel
Eureka
Edwards, Miss
Southern Christian Institute
Rayborn Zerby
Eureka College
Presbyterian Church Sunday Services Ahead in Vernon
The Presbyterian Church announces next Sunday's schedule with Sabbath school at 9 45 a m led by A B Smith, morning worship at 11 a m featuring Rev Fayette E H Vernon of First Presbyterian Vernon, Christian Endeavor at 7 p m, evening worship at 8 p m by the pastor, and Thursday prayer meeting at 7 30 p m Pastor Rea W Martin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian Church
A. B. Smith
Fayette EH
Vernon
First Presbyterian Church of
St John’s Church Sunday Services Schedule
The church announces a Sunday schedule with Holy Eucharist at 7 30 a m Sunday school at 9 45 a m and matins with sermon at 11 a m followed by evening prayer and sermon at 7 30 p m conducted by Priest in Charge F W Haist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. John's Church
F. W. Haist
St Marys Church Sunday Services and Week Mass Schedule
St Marys Church lists services: 8 a m English sermon, 10 a m high mass and German sermon, 2 30 p m vespers and benediction. Week mass at 8 a m daily except Saturday 7 a m. Pastor Fr Gensler.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ryv
Fr. Gensler
First Masses at St Joseph’s Church Each Sunday
St Joseph’s Church plans daily mass at 7 30 a m with a Sunday schedule starting 7 30 a m and a second Sunday mass at 9 30 a m followed by a sermon. Sunday evening services and sermon at 7 30 o clock led by Rev Fr Brennan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Joseph's Church
Fr. Brennan
Local reflections on L. D. Gregorys move to Lacon
The community notes Gregorys departure for the county capital with mixed affection. John I. Miner and W. E. Modler visit Henry, sharing family ties and Miner’s Chicago real estate work. Mrs. Rachel Frishey of Mineral dies at 88, funeral arranged in Mineral. Grenville Pridam of Grand Moun tain assumes Times office duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John I. Miner
W. E. Modler
Chicago
Henry
A. Hall
Culter
Miner
Mrs. Modler
Hall
John
California Avenue
Grenville Pridam
Grand Mountain
Mich
Times
Kittie Ace
Henty Orchestra Offers Quality Dance and Concert Music
Violinist L. J. Kraus of the University of Illinois orchestra stays in Henry Illinois for now and the group offers first class dance and concert music. Prices are reasonable and for more information phone or write P. C. Jones Henry Illinois.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henty
L. J. Kraus
University of Ulinois
P. C. Jones
Henry, Il
Hartley's market deploys delivery auto service
Local note reports Hartley's market has started a dandy auto machine for delivering goods to patrons. It also mentions a $50 reward for arrest and conviction of a thief who robbed the narrator's house around June 9.
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Tf. P. Shields
Issor
Orleans
Neb
Standard Oil Co
Edith H. M. Hood
Wenona
W. A. Smith
Rochester
Ind
James Herron
George A. sGurt
Samuel Sperry
Samuel
Pekin
China
Tazewell County
Salvation Army
Christian Church
St. Mary's Church
L. D. Gregory
Lacon
Rachel Frisbey
Mineral
Bureau County
Loton Frishey
Lizzie Studley
Hartley
Roshville Times
Schuyler County
R. S Bayne
Advt
Loanoak
Senachwine Lake
Squire Dennis
Dixon
William Frederick
New York
JD. Krenz
Mr. Krenz
Henry-Peoria
Verne Swain
Ellis Brooks
Brooks
United States Marine Band
Boston
Sparland Chautauqua
Sparland Chauteuque
Gale
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