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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1898
Page
2
Local notice requests settlement of long outstanding balances on advertising job work and subscriptions. The closing advertisement shows a receipt will be signed by Geo Burt for the Hen Ky Republican land entered and patrons urged to pay the 48 due items.
The new policy stresses preserving existing gains and retaining all accumulated possessions. It emphasizes safeguarding earned resources and discourages loss through overextension or unnecessary concessions. The framing centers on prudence and stability in economic strategy.
Estimates put the loss from Carvera’s ships at 415 million. Readers urged to aid the war effort from home, while Harper’s Weekly plans month of coverage on the war with Spain and related events. The Associated Hermits serial praises America’s wartime stance and supports holding conquered possessions until indemnity is secured.
The past week favored bay ing, harvesting and threshing with sun abundant and regional temperature variation. Wheat and oats show mixed yields while oats suffer chinch bug and rust damage. hay crops are abundant and well saved. Corn and broomcorn need rain as late crops, gardens and fruits respond to Tuesday night showers.
A letter from A G Homppery of Henry, OL dated July 16 1898 rebuts a Publico article on school finances. He defends the board of education finances noting a 1894 levy, a 1158.87 balance August 30 1895, and pending teacher orders of 898.08. He calls for inspecting records rather than anonymous attacks.
T F Clover replies to a Times piece signed "Publico" that attacked two finance committee members over school budgeting. He defends the committee for aiming to run the school and fund the sinking fund with a levy lower than last year, notes hiring decisions and janitor renewal, and accuses Publico of falsehoods while urging readership to seek facts.
Mrs Linnie Bush wife of Wilson E Bush died after a Jersey cow at the Wm Rowe homestead injured her in a pasture incident. The accident occurred while moving the cow and calf from the pasture to the city. Dr Swem reports broken ribs and internal injuries. she died Sunday afternoon after lapse in consciousness. Funeral service held at the Christian church Tuesday evening.
Linnie Elliott Bush, 44, married to Wilson Bush, died after a Jersey cow injured her at home as she was cared for by men. The community mourns, funeral notes recount her life from Ohio County, Indiana, to Henry County, and her faith as a Christian wife and mother.
Large selection of bedroom sets springs and mattresses extension and parlor tables book cages and writing desks side boards kitchen cupboards washstands easels reclining chairs rockers children’s chairs and more bargain sales. Come in buy goods at your own prices. John Kline.
The notice highlights Dr King’s New Discovery for consumption and Allen’s Foot-Ease, claiming millions in bottles given away and cures for throat lung ailments and foot discomfort. Dr Powell offers trial bottles, with a guaranteed or refunded price, and Annie Oakley endorses Allen’s Foot-Ease as a remedy for hot or sore feet.
To High School Students L will hold an examination at the school house on Saturday July 30 at 1 oclock p m for the benefit of students who have been doing vacation work to make up back work in which they failed last year and all students who are studying this summer to be present and try these examinations I will also hold a similar examination on Saturday August 27th It will be well for such students to see me in regard to particulars.
A wartime style medical notice touts Tabler's Buckeye Pile Ointment claiming no pain or discomfort during use. It promises to cure blind, bleeding, itching and protruding piles and notes availability at Dr Powell's drug store.
The notice warns against trespassing or loitering on school grounds. The janitor will report violators and they will be prosecuted under law. Mayor Paskeiyi signed the order.
An unclear obituary note mentions John Van Sickle Vail of Whitefield aged 91 with a con incident and references F Ponzer 61, brother of Carl Ponzer, in this city. More legible details indicate other local names and dates tied to the Grand Junction area.
Commencing today Henry's Biggest Bargain Store offers yard goods and trims at deep cuts. 5c and 6c Lawns now 3c1d 10c and 12 1/2c Lawns at 5c 12 1/2c and 15c Lawns and Organdies at 8 1/3c Silk Mitts Parasols and millinery priced down. Sale continues while stocks last with a promise of a larger store before spring.
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