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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1898
Page
4
A mid 19th century reflection argues marriage depends on mutual love health and vigor. It warns ill health makes marriage fail citing digestive strength blood and nervous system as key. Dr Pierce remedies praised for restoring female health and enabling wifehood and motherhood.
Fragmentary notice reflects a Missouri Illinois postal and subscription context with crude pricing words and a political aside. It notes American naval esteem and railroads investing heavily in extensions signaling prosperity.
The article notes the American flag nicknamed Old Glory is comparatively young, roughly 125 years old, and contrasts it with Peru Spain and Germany as far older flags. It highlights the flag’s relative youth in a brief historical sketch.
It is anticipated that the fall of San tiago will start a prosperous era for the region. The area will be opened to commerce and imports and exports are expected to proceed smoothly.
The cattle outlook in the west is reported good with ranges in fine condition. Grass is plentiful and cattle are doing well. Republican tariff legislation is not responsible for all this but it has much to do with prices.
A year ago critics argued the United States lacked a capable navy. Public sentiment now shifts to praise for the crews behind the guns, noting the U S fleet has never suffered a major defeat from Paul Jones to Dewey and Schley.
The write up asserts strong bond demand and cheap borrowing, claiming the gold standard benefits borrower and producer. It notes St John the Prohibitionist seeks a Populist congressional nomination and Senator Peffer runs for Kansas governor on the Prohibition ticket, calling Hanene politicians shifty.
A. Packingham of Evans station announces candidacy for sheriff subject to the Republican county convention. The note urges other aspirants to announce in county papers. The piece also cites a Supreme Court ruling on citizenship for Mongolian and Chinese-born Americans and comments on wartime government spending.
The report of the director of the mint shows gold coinage of 4,634,865 and silver 16,485,584 for the year ending June 30. Standard silver dollars totaled 10,002,780 with seniorage credited to the treasury. Governor Tanner praises reunion after the war and recalls fighting General Lee, emphasizing national unity over sectionalism.
Local paper urges Marshall county supervisors to pay by inch for published proceedings arguing small type and tabular work cost more. They propose advertisers’ rate of 10 cents per inch, with typical column lengths and charges illustrated to ensure equal treatment and fair pricing for all papers.
Granville July 18 1898 teachers of Putnam County announce an annual Institute at Hennepin from August 22 to 26 under Prof Jos Carter with focus on practical professional work. Mrs Hunter leads Primary Work and Reading. Prof Carter teaches Art of Teaching and Literature.
Charles A Jacobs writes from Lytle Georgia in July 1898 about a visit to Lookout Mountain and a Chattanooga Fourth of July with Mrs Clara Fort. He describes drills, souvenirs, photos, heat, scarce water, and a troop life vivid with names and places. He also mentions sending packages to George and Effie and notes a trooper dying in a drill accident. A second section urges local papers to strengthen community spirit and editorial cooperation.
The writer notes the impossible task of publishing flawless items and urges editors to seek corrections when errors occur. Reliable sources help, but mistakes arise, so readers should approach editors calmly. nine of ten times a just cause earns a polite correction.
Trade pamphlet argues lead and zinc each have merits in paint with pure lead chalking and zinc cracking. Sherwin Williams claims a blend of lead and zinc in right proportions yields superior coverage and durability. Buyers urged to seek the Sherwin Williams title and request a purpose built paint formula from W B Deck in the city.
An ad claims a liver medicine named Herbine cures disorders of the liver stomach or digestion. It targets biliousness constipation fever and headaches and asserts the blood is poisoned when the liver fails. It offers free trial bottles at Dr Powell's and lists a price of 75 cents.
The Mendota Sun eulogizes a three week session of Putnam County women along the Illinois river aimed at self improvement and study. The editorial notes they reject male presence, even threatening court martial for intruders, signaling strong female solidarity and regional curiosity.
A Lacon Old Settlers Picnic planning meeting elected John Thompson president and list of officers, date set for August 31, and a committee formed. Also notes on a Western rail line lowering rates by July 16 and a discussion of long distance transportation competition. Ballard's Snow Liniment advertised with claims of fast relief, sold at Dr Powells drug store.
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