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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1896
Page
2
The Putnam Record ends its 28th volume and begins its 20th. Bro. Cook, an enduring editor, earns success through tireless work. The Daily Bulletin debuts in Chillicothe as a six column folio with a strong first issue.
The piece discusses Colorado mining prosperity led by Cripple Creek and Leadville and national debates on silver versus gold standards. It cites U S and foreign markets, mentions McKinley and fiscal policy, and condemns hostile political attacks against Robert H Fort.
Report notes low suburban fares across Chicago and nearby Hammond Evanston and plans to extend reduced prices on long routes. Electric lines push widespread cuts as rapid growth of suburbs pressures Illinois Central and other carriers.
The Rockford Register-Gazette hails McKinley as independent of bosses and machines, noting his victory over manipulative tactics at the convention. It praises the people’s victory, McKinley’s free hand, and the party’s satisfaction with his endorsement and upcoming campaign.
The Magnolia Grange Fair builds toward a record meeting with premium offers from W G Griffiths and W H Stever. Premiums include a fine pig for best corn, gold pieces for babies, silver tea spoons for best canned fruit, and Henry Times subscriptions. Floral Hall plans progress with 24 by 68 foot space and 100 cash premiums to be awarded.
The Peoria Daily Transcript outlines a case accusing Martin Thompson of abducting Kate Wolfe of Canton. Thompson and the girl were briefly detained in Peoria before being sent to Canton for trial with officials noting disputed details and intentions. Kate Wolfe was returned to Canton. Thompson’s later hearing postponed.
River traffic remained steady as the City of Peoria carried over 800 passengers on July 4 in a round trip out of Peoria. The Elk ferried 700 to 800 from St Mark to Henry for a festive, orderly outing while mosquitoes plagued camps near the dam. The Anderson also ran a July 4 excursion to the Undercliff area and around the lake, with strong patronage reported overall.
A testimonial-style notice offers a $100 reward for a cure of catarrh and promotes Hall’s Catarrh Elexor as a remedy. It asserts long trust in FJ Henry and lists Toledo wholesale druggists and a steamer of sheet music at Stever’s Jeweler.
The McCoy gospel tent, a 40 by 60 structure bought with local help, drew a packed audience in Henry with laughter and tears as he denounced sin from the pulpit. Shown accompanying notes from Clear Lake describe Sam Jones’ sermons and the ongoing camp meeting at a lakeside venue shaping travel and prayers for revival.
A local update reports Mrs Ham Sr improving after sickness. It notes July events, a Baptist meeting attended by Davie and two Evans children, and Edith King’s trip to Independence Iowa. It mentions Kinley election forecasts and O R I P earnings for June and year to date with gains over last year.
A nostalgic refrain notes Castoria given to a baby, a crying child, a young woman, and later to her children, signaling the product’s long standing presence in family routines across generations.
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