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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1902
Page
4
Discussion centers on removing the Henry and Copperas Creek dams on the river to ease overflow and maintain depth for navigation. Critics warn removal could expose polluted bottom sediment to sun and stink, while supporters cite cost and safety. Lawton Oklahoma growth notes follow with local civic and business developments.
A Monday night lamp lighter assisting with gasoline supplies drenched a boy named Clarence Haun in fuel. The lighter tried to drop him into water but caught fire himself, wrapping the child in flames. John Charvat aiding at the scene finally extinguished the blaze, but Clarence died after about eighty hours of severe agony.
The Champaign Gazette notes anxiety to start the political campaign after adjournment. It says September first is early enough to begin an off-year campaign. A lively two month push could mobilize the vote, and that may be all a longer campaign could achieve.
A La Salle Democrat Mirror notes a trend where women wear men’s socks, joking that if continued, men will lose almost all apparel except chewing tobacco and suspenders, leaving little for a cold day.
An old advertisement notes Fitch's Laundry offering dyeing and cleaning services across the city. It lists Schaefer as the contact and prints telephone number 120 for service inquiries.
Local reminiscences recount Mr McGee’s illness and Mollie’s strain while the Sunday services and memorial address for Elder Merrill drew a large crowd. Updates mention William Fountain recovering, Homer Swift visiting from medical school, and the birth of a baby at Will Fountain’s house. residents celebrate Henry and nearby area events.
The community expresses sympathy for the Downey family after the burial of Lizzie Wall and last rites for their father at the M.E Church. Francis Downey, long a respected resident, is noted. Rev C McCown leaves for Calcutta India this week after service in Henry. A farewell reception is held at the Sparling home.
A sociable event at the Lone Tree schoolhouse on Saturday July 19 offers ice cream and cake, with men urged to bring song books for a fundraiser. The notice invites all residents to attend and enjoy a community evening.
An old advertisement touts Electric Bitters as a universal remedy. It claims to cure kidney and liver troubles stomach disorders nervousness sleeplessness rheumatism neuralgia and malaria. Dr Powell's City drug store offers satisfaction guaranteed. Dalysi cente Old newspapers for sale.
The piece argues lying is self harm not hereditary moral knowledge but learned, comparing it to a child burned to avoid fire. Lying damages self respect, distorts perception, erodes trust, and deepens cowardice, with a final note praising honesty and contrasting a fictional liar in the Vicar of Wakefield.
A recent storm in the Illinois River Valley damaged three upper river packets. The Rex lost its capstan and the Speed struck a bank. River boats were moved and rescued by workers after about 45 minutes. The Day’s notices include school repairs, new janitor contracts, and locals reporting medical recoveries and upcoming excursions.
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