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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1897
Page
8
A St Louis resident describes severe blood poisoning cured after taking 8 8 8. He claims prior mercury treatment worsened his condition. The note promotes Swift Specific Co. Atlanta Georgia and warns against mercurial remedies.
The piece urges steady effort despite hardship, comparing practice to piano training and hoeing a row. It extols perseverance, self discipline, and common sense while noting the Logan statue unveiling and quotes from Mrs Logan and Miss Bourland on duty, time, and study abroad.
A disparate excerpt discusses farm guidance from the district grange, soil and crop care, and fence grounding to reduce electrical danger. It notes weather shifts, crop forecasts, and the push for timber planting to boost long term farm value and protection.
The text extols a berry as rich and palatable with seeds not in the berries. It notes the fruit’s beauty on tables and sideboards and its value for canning. It recommends ample garden space and care. The fruit favors tart seasoning, tolerates shade, and commands high market prices.
A Grange member argues the Magnolia Fair should avoid large cash awards for bicycle and pony classes. They warn such prizes draw young participants away from farming tasks and burden them with costs, urging focus on cultivating interest in agriculture rather than spectatorship.
A vintage advertisement extols Swamp Root as a kidney and bladder remedy easing back pain and urinary issues. It claims cures for liquor aftereffects, urges urine testing with water to detect kidney trouble, and offers free samples by mail to readers who mention the Henry Republican. It also promotes subscription bundles and railroad routes.
Grain-O advertised as a coffee substitute made from pure grains suitable for children and adults at 15 0 and 25 cents per package. Allen's Foot-Ease offered to ease painful shoes and prevent blisters with a powder to add to footwear. Bucklen's Arnica Salve promoted as a universal skin remedy and pile cure with a money back guarantee, 25 cents per box. Buy from grocers and druggists including Dr Powell.
In a county court, a summons to Phillip Logue drew the whole Logue clan when a court official shouted for Prologue. A lawyer whispered a correction as the crier persisted, prompting the judge to halt further summonses for the Logue family.
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