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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1901
Page
4
Republican ticket outlines for Franklin and Putram counties list candidates for Circuit Court judge and Circuit Clerk. Notes on August 19 1901 election. Trade talk includes Porto Rico and United States tariff shifts. Oklahoma land registration nears 400 000, land pieces scarce. Cripple Creek gold camp celebrates output and profits, with major annual figures cited.
Democratic candidate James Bimnpsen of Heoncpin challenges Republican JacBlty F. Downey of Magnolia Ths for the office of railroad clerk. Election set for August 18 as voters are urged to choose the candidate with education, integrity, and proven fitness. Downey emphasized as the qualified choice for Putnam County voters.
Local letters praise Franklin L. Velde of Pokin as experienced, upright, and highly qualified for the district judge seat. Supporters argue he has a strong legal record and will deliver absolute justice, urging voters to back his Republican candidacy in the Tenth Warrior district.
Advertisers plan a $10,000 push for Midway Day with $5,000 from the Exposition and $5,000 from showmen. Exhibits and sections will travel to New York, Canada, Pennsylvania and Ohio to attract crowds. Parades, spielers, banners, megaphones and searchlights comprise the out of town plan to boost the Exposition’s appeal.
The Magnolia Republicans at their Hennepin convention nominated Elzy F Downey for Circuit Clerk to fill the vacancy left by the late Jefferson Durley. Downey, born January 8 1875 near Varna, Marshall County, has lived in Putnam County since 1887 and serves as Magnolia town clerk, elected annually for three years. He is described as diligent, trustworthy, and well regarded, with strong penmanship and careful handling of court records. Voters are urged to support Downey at the August 19 1901 election alongside the crowit judge race and Franklin L Velde.
Henry notes C C Jenkings as a weather prophet at the Camp house. He sells stereoscopic views and claims years of weather study. He argues a dry spell results from east winds carrying moisture away, claiming sun and vapor form clouds, and Newfoundland winds must be strong to bring rain to the United States. The forecast remains unproven, with a hint of skepticism about swindles. We all want rain.
Public notice advertises scenic daylight excursions from Chicago or St Louis to California by Pullman cars. It promises comfort and convenience with a 72 page illustrated book available by mail for a small postage fee.
An old newspaper ad touts Treached’s German Syrup as a universal cure for coughs and severe throat and lung troubles. It claims to heal tissue, reduce inflammation, ease expectoration, and provide a good night’s rest as Dr Howells in city listings promotes it.
A focal shower touched the section while the city saw fair rain but areas near the river faced dry conditions. Farmers thresh on despite the heat. 88 days of continuous heat with temperatures often from 100 to 111. If rain continues, corn may recover though vegetables and fruit will be scarce.
An Atlanta Constitution excerpt argues that the future holds no threat for white Southerners except their own belief in racial supremacy as a weapon of power. The quote highlights racial self-doubt and the enduring grip of color lines in the region.
Arlette Elizabeth Stowe Jones born Ogden New York August 27 1849 died in Henry Illinois July 18 1001. She married Joel Acton Jones and raised J Stowe Jones. A longtime Christian Methodist and church worker she served as secretary of the Woman's Foreign Missionary Society and Woman's Relief Corps and taught Sabbath school. Funeral at the M E church featured a large turnout, floral tributes, and sermons on influence.
In a dated advertisement style note, August Flower is praised as the largest remedy for indigestion and biliousness. It claims to cleanse the system, stop fermentation of undigested food, regulate liver action, and stimulate the nervous system. It markets Greens! August Flower in Hellia form and urges readers to obtain Green's Prize Almanar at Dr. Powell's.
Rev John Barrett delivers a sermon on social responsibility from the Episcopal pulpit last Sunday. He urges Christians to live with concern for others, linking church duty to state law and urging personal acts of kindness as vital to curb crime and strengthen the moral fabric of society.
Reverl Hicks in his weather prognostications stated that the early part of July would be remarkable for the absence of rain, and past conditions have proven him a very good guesser in this instance. He continues that there will be heavy storms during the latter part of the month and in August. That remains to be seen.
The war department reports on tests for night illumination bombs that light the area and reveal enemy positions, plus a reverse bomb to create smoke clouds concealing troop movements. Also notes pension data for the year ending June 30, including appropriations, expenditures, and new names on the pension roll. Bradford baseball league games are planned with notable players. a tonic claim mentions Vermifuge for worms and a local drug store advertisement.
L G Thompson transfers to Conrad and C J Held of lots 15 30 and 31 in Lacon Cemetery district. Thompson transfers to Peter W Held lot 14 in Lacon cemetery. Sarah Ann Harty et al transfer to John Thompson a fraction ex pt deeded to P and NW railroad in section 18 Saratoga. John Downey transfers to Catharine Gibson lot 3 block 2 Wehona. Whitney J Perry transfers to John Wehnkamp lots 6 and 7 in Pattonsburg.
Local elevator operators posted today's prices with corn at 85 cents per bushel and white oats at 85 cents. The price listing reflects current market quotes and may affect nearby grain trades.
The Old Salem Chautauqua Assembly will be held at Old Salem near Petersburg Illinois from August 8 to 20. Daily programs are excellent with hotel tent and cottage accommodations at reasonable rates and greatly reduced railroad fares. Contact C P and St L agent or E A Williams, General Passenger Agent, St Louis Mo.1128-81.
An ailing millionaire in London reportedly died after inability to digest food. Early use of Dr. King's new life pills might have saved him, claimed by Bold Dr. Powell druggist. Pills advertised to strengthen stomach aid digestion improve appetite priced 25 cents with money back offer.
In this city on July 5 a daughter was born to William Th. Peterman of Peter man Bros, first grandchild for Mr and Mrs Adam Peterman. In Whitefield on July 2 a son was born to E. W. Martelle, grandson of Joseph Caley.
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