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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1883
Page
1
Reported opinions from Esterly and Woods agents clash with general verdict. Witnesses say Buckeye Elevator dominated the field and led after the Lone Buckeye started, surpassing all rivals.
Prices on lawn cloths down from 12c to 61c per yard, nun’s ceilings from 10c to 25c, fine dress goods to 75c, flannel suitings to 35c, remnant deals at one fourth value, summer silks from 25c to 173c and 424 to 57ic, gros grain silks savings 15 to 25c, Cheviott shirting from 12c to 10c.
A local retailer announces a major sale on men s and boys clothing hats and boots with steep discounts. The business emphasizes clearout of stock and urges customers to hurry for best selection.
J H Jones P S announces a large line of winter goods to open on August 1st. The notice emphasizes a broad inventory and scheduled debut for the upcoming season.
At the Old Settler's association office on Saturday evening July 14 Hoo J E Ong was chosen chairman and Geo M Bane secretary. The annual picnic is set for Wednesday August 22 with J E Ong presiding pro tem. Officers elected include President J L Jones Henry Vice presidents La Pratrica Lucas Root Steuben Watford Bonham Saratoga Geo Scholes Whitefield Solomon Nightswonger Evans erah Beckwith Robarts Livingston Roberts Hoperwell Joshes Bullman Bannington Joel Skelton Belle Plain Benj T Poster Richland Andrew Jackson Lacon Nelson G Henthorn Secretary Geo M Bane chaplain Rev R N Morse Venona. Committees appointed Executive Geo B L Bane S H Thompson A R Hancock Finance E L Buchanan PF Stire. Preparations to enhance the picnic are under way.
Prof W W Stetson is reengaged at Rockford West High for a third year at 1800 dollars and his wife 700. The 1983 graduating class numbered 10. He departs June 30 for Europe, honored by the Rockford Anatomy Club with a field glass gift. The board notes this as wise retention of good teachers. The C R I & P R B sells excursion tickets to the G A R reunion in Denver for 29.80 round trip.
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