Politicking in Henry and surrounding counties July election plans
The article chronicles county political maneuvering around the July nominating convention at Toulon, debates over postmaster positions, and the stance of Republicans in Bureau Putnam and Stark counties. It notes county finances, court house funding, and upcoming conventions, with commentary on local leadership and reform efforts.
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Stark County
A.J. Halsey
Putnam County
Thornton
Bia
Hennepin
Magnolia
Marshall
Woodford
Tazewell
Washington
Tazewall
Calvin Stowell
Commonwealth of Illinois
Ong
Whitcomb
Putnam
Super Coach
Saya
Iilneis Riva
Ovent Pone
Cea Et Wien
Ajor
Lefand
Henry
Frontier
Lacon
sHenry
Mkewlee
ottHon
Payson
Dean
Payaon
Intex
Taylor
Charles Baldwin
Stark
S. 2
Bwindler
Bon James
Buréad County
Buresu
Baldwin
Wyoming Herald
Buda“war Council
Injun Whiting
Bureau County
Bureaus
Gore
J. H. Seaton
Hancock
Wenona
Strate
Parker
Joyful remedies and sidewalk debates in Princeton
The Princeton Tribune discusses coal ashes for sidewalks, noting they are cheaper than plank walks but less pleasant. It highlights ongoing town council debates over repairing rotten walks and calls for durable, affordable materials that resist sun, frost, and rot.
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The
Princeton Tribune
la Salle
Princeton
Dr J Kalbe Drug Store Promises Free Trial Bottle
In a notice promoting a patent remedy, the text urges readers to obtain a free trial bottle of Dr Bigelow’s Positive Cure from Dr J Kalbe’s drug store, claiming it will restore health immediately and overcome various ailments.
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Erikou
J. O. Kalbe
New Minonk editor to guide local paper shift
C. J. Michelet becomes editor of the Kankakee Times with praise from peers. G. H. Holton takes over the Minonk News after the death of O. Bruce, bringing strong editorial experience and aims to serve the community. Also an advertisement touts Griga's Glycerine Balm for skin and medical uses at 25 cents.
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C.J. Michelet
Kankakee Times
G. H. Holton
Vergo
Minonk News
O. Bruce
Holton
Adcng
Niske
Minonk
Card Board and Paper Stock Offered by Local Printer
The Republican office notes a large stock of card board and papers for the season, with full lines of letter papers bill papers and envelopes in varied colors and sizes. Also theater programs wedding and society stationery, business envelopes in several colors, and a promise of quality and prompt work with abroad orders welcome.
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Republican
Burt, JR
Egypt’s Fight for Self Rule Seeks Civilized World Support
The passage argues that Egypt must gain moral support from the civilized world to break free from foreign rule and establish Egyptians ruling Egypt, framing it as a fight for sovereignty and dignity. The tone urges sympathy and backing for Egypt’s struggle.
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Egypt
Woman's True Friend Electric Bitters Offer Relief
An advertisement claims Electric Bitters aid women with common female ailments restoring health when other remedies fail. It highlights pleasant taste, a trial proves efficacy, and a 50 cent price per bottle, sold by Drs Powell.
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Drs Powell
18000 Envelopes and Printing Options Offered for Sale
We have 13000 envelopes just received that we will sell with or without printing, a lota to suit purchasers, with prices lower than the lowest in this article. Mucklen's Arnica Salve is touted as the best for cuts, bruises, sores, ulcers, and more, guaranteed to satisfy or money refunded, 25 cents per box, sold by Dra Powell.
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Gurridg
Kalb
Ashton
Higins
Henry
Sands Named Candidate for County Judge Nomination
We announce that Mr John J. Sands of Whitefield will be a candidate to serve the Republican County Convention for the nomination of County Judge of this county.
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Ments
John J. Sands
Whitefield
Birth Announcements Include Two Daughters For Local Couples
In this city on July 13 a daughter was born to Theodore Pore Kerman. In Henry township on July 12 a second daughter was born to John Stauffer.
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Theodore Pore Kerman
Henry Township
John Stauffer
Married at Lacon on July 4 by W. J. Fort
A marriage notice from Lacon states John A. D' is wed to Maggie E daughter of Jane Henarson on July 4, performed by sonny ade W. J. Fort. The brief item notes the couple and the local clergy presence without additional details.
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Lacon
Sonny Ade W. J. Fort John A. D
Maggie E
Janes Henarson
Death notices from a cholera infantum case in the city
In the city on July 10 a infant daughter AN NA 4 months 13 days died of cholera infantum. She was the child of Joseph and Celia Alas Babbath Beg, noting partial family references. Also mentioned is a person aged 80 and connections to F. Cadmus and Mrs YP, with William and Mrs B listed in partial form.
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E R Robinson
la Rose
H Teamer
Bparisoi
J H Santon
Hennepin
JF O Neal
Florid
A O McGee
Mt Palatine
Noyer
Peru
F O Gale
Lacon
TP Hudson
Streator
J C Kalb
F A Hamilton
Henry
Eli H Gale
Nebragks
Pr C Davis
Troyer
A. 0. McGee
Robinson
Kalb
Payaiian
Princeton
Paskell
Hudson
M. Pope
Titus Long
Angelina Dixon
Henry Qaney
Mansville
Joseph Echeston
Teamer
Seaton
W. A. Smith
Wenona
Association
Sparland
Thie City
Anna
Joseph
Ce Ielmaa Alas Babbath
Jalmora
F. Cadmus
Williame
Second
Edward Streets
Riproses
A. H. Ttan
Henry Market Prices Mixed Across Grain and Livestock
Market notes show flour around 3.7 dollars with heavy decimals, wheat winter near 1. and corn shelled at about 72 cents per bushel. Potatoes listed at 8 10 to 19 depending, hogs at 4 percent live value, and molasses priced around 60 to 70 cents per gallon with various price points for hides and tallow.
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Henry
Ohigrens
SaEnen
Turkey
Ewarth
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Pete
Marshal
Béark
Toulon
Senate
Leas
Ray G. Over
Greencastle
Goethean
Baleréatival
Lancaster
Andy
Hector
Paris
Asb
Dr Jones
Rae Platenan
Dob Printing
Ferry Street
Callon
John C. Hall
Eds
Jen
Hall
Coue
First National Bank
Tenry
Illinois
National Bank
Ilinois
Ss. I
Wm.t Law
W.T Law
H. Waterfall
John Morgan
Wm. T. Taw
Thos. L. Jones
Joseph Kapraun, Henry
Hiscox & Co
N.Y
Pankur
Albertiaies
Ucox K Co
A. Ee Bk
Floreston
Colocne
E. H. Hutchins
Efjor
Flaninery
S. G. Ober & CO
Henry, Il
D. Lamdreth & Sons
Philadelphia
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