Storms, telegraph upgrades, and local notices in Illinois
July brings a cyclone swept bridge near Streator and a new Rock Island telegraph link to Chicago and Cedar Rapids. Henry County flood relief goods are distributed by the White Cross Benevolent Society. Clam fishing on the Illinois and Fox rivers grows profitable with pearls found. Timers Bigelow faces embezzlement charges in Toluca Peoria case. Henry Mandolin Club guests sing for the editors. Sylvester Sparling rescues a Chicago boy at Gross Point. he studies at Worth Western University.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vermillion River
Streator
Rock Island
Chicago
Cedar Rapids
St-Paul
Woman’s Club
Henry
Id Reavy
Davenport
Iowa
Tinois River
Illinois River
Ottawa
Fox River
Henry Th
E. Bigelow
Toluca
Peoria
Clarkson Laundry
Clarkson
Bigelow
Henry Mandolin Club
Joseph
Frank Hartley
Frank Ganzer
Id Schurr
J. J. Gresner
Patrick Green
J. R. Paskell
Southampton
Mr _Paskell
Patrick-Green
Sylvester Sparling
Evanston
Willie Hampbill
Gross Point Light House
Sparling
Atfodds Worthwestern University
Chicago Tribune
Sylvester
le Eaving
Great Sport with the Finny Tribe on Illinois River
The article extols river fishing from a rock wall at Henry lock with minnows and bass, praising the thrill of a good fight and the pleasure of a day of picnicking. It notes Minnows available from Mr Melick, fishing gear for rent, and warns about dogfish and other common river catches as August and September bring more anglers and tall tales.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anith
Simmans
Aesistant el
Mens Arnhenen Ees
Mer Melick
Melick
Henry Lock
Illnois River
Eeeyeaizancus Yesseys Yieyssanaesseye
Wonderful Tunnel System for Chicago Freight Network
Chicago votes a $15 000 000 tunnel plan to link 28 railroads with a 12 mile 12 by 14 foot main tunnel and branch tunnels to mercantile houses. Freight cars move by 10 foot electric cars to basements for rapid delivery from South Water Street to downtown stores.
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Chicago
Wilo
Illinois Telephone and Telegraph Company
Stickney
Mercantile Houses
Ihe
Gonda
South Water Street
Found They Had Lost It at the Bank
Yonkers Statesman reports a bank defalcation discovered after the cashier left the scene. The dialogue shows villagers wondering how the loss occurred and who held responsibility. The tone mirrors local chatter about a late discovery of missing funds.
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Maria
Hiram
Yonkers Statesman
Realize your good work wherever you are placed
The speaker urges students who leave school early to widen their education through other means. Do not envy others opportunities. instead, maximize your own chances. The key is realizing that good work is possible anywhere whether in the country or the city.
Death of Mrs John Harney a long trusted neighbor
Mary Boyce born in 1838 in County Tipperary Ireland came to the United States in 1853, married John Harney in 1856 and died aged 70 after a long illness. Survived by six children and many relatives. Funeral held at St Joseph's Church with solemn rites. Burial in St Patrick's cemetery. Card of thanks from the family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Harney
Mary Boyce
County Tipperary
Ireland
United States
St Louis
Henry i
Flere
Willam
Chicago
Edward
Oklahoma
John
Mineral
Ijl
Margaret Harrington
Champaign
Kate Studg Vin
Raytouly
Thomas
Elizabeth, Wallace
City
Margaret— Glasheen
Providence
R.I
Daniel Boyce
Penfield
Harney
Whitefield
St Joseph’s Church
Koiery
Pope
Jesus
Pall -Bear Hapton
John Barry
Charles McManus
John Hartley Jr
Philip O'Mara
David Dwyer
W. H. Horney
T. L. Harrington
J. A. Studgvin
Rantoul
Buke
Mra Mc Onbe
Morris
Id Harney
Bradford
Wm Harney
Sparland
Michael Real
St Patrick’s Cemetery
J. Watercott & Co
Death of Jacob Dorff Sr at Marshall County farm
Jacob Dorff Sr died at the Marshall County farm on Monday after a brief illness. He was 82 and survived by his wife Ann Rambo and ten children. The body was moved to Henry for funeral services conducted by Rev D S McCown, with interment at Jo Henry Cemetery.
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Jacob Dorft Sr
Marshall County
Dorsey
Axwell
Lacou
Ann Rambo
Inanfaney
Richard
Richland County
George
Varna
Jacob
Albert d Andrew
Henry
Mary
John Willyes
Thomas
Ella
Thomas Bennington
California
Charles
John
Magnolia Township
Ohio
Ilinois
Putnam County
Roberts Township
Lacon
North Street
D. 8. McCown
Christian Church
EK. H. Hutchins
T. 8. Hunt
Spencer Ketchum
W. W. Heath
Frank Fyffe
A. L. Quilpin
Jo Henry Cemetery
Charles Van Horn Dies After Illness in Pueblo Colorado
Charles Van Horn 64 died Friday July 24 after months of stomach trouble at his home in Pueblo Colorado. He was born 1849 in Magnlia and lived most of his life there. Survived by wife and five sisters and brothers, including Isaac Van Horn of Wendona and John Colglu of Junction City Kansas. Funeral services were held last Sunday at Magnolia cemetery beside his parents.
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Charles van Horn
Pueblo
Colorado
Magnolia, Sr
Isaac van Hort
Wendona
John Colglu
Junction City
Kansas
Magnolia
van Horn
Charles Braun
Peru
Bamanthe
Cynthia van Horn
Homer_Myers
Hayes City
Milton Colvin
Siis Myers
MreCelvin
Sperry van
Funeral attendance noted for Horn of Blackstone and kin
The record states Horn of Blackstone, a nephew, attended the funeral. Undertaker Keller of Henry was also present.
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Horn of Blackstone
Keller of
Henry
Michael Horan 82 Laid To Rest In Local Cemetery
The body of Michael Horan known as Mike Horn was brought from Marseilles with his son Thomas. Cancer was the cause of death after a long illness. Funeral held at the Catholic church in Mayeeilles with burial at St Patrick's cemetery beside his wife and children. pallbearers were Thomas Real Ed Harney Michael Barry Adam Peter man Patrick Green and John Breele rt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michael Horan
Mike Horn
Marceilles
Thomas
Mayeeilles
Henry
St Patrick's Cemetery
Mr Horan
Thomas Real
Ed Harney
Michael Barry
Adam Peterman
Patrick Green
John Breelert
Mrs Sarah Baker Dies at MagnolIa Funeral This Afternoon
Mrs Sarah Baker aged venerable died at Magnolla Tuesday after infirmity of age. Wife of Oscar M Baker who died 15 years ago. Mother of Rollin Swindler and Frank the only surviving son. The family were long time Magnolia residents. The funeral is set for 8 o clock this afternoon at the house.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sarah Baker
Magnolia
Oscar M.baker
Rollin, Swindler
Frank
Monmouth Battle and Washington Royal Contempt Moment
The narrative recalls the 126th anniversary of Monmouth with Washington rebuking Gen Lee for a retreat. Marquis de Lafayette witnessed Washington’s rage as Lee, court martialed afterward, failed to support him and retired to Virginia.
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New Jersey
George Washington
Charles Lee
Washington
Marquis-de-LaFayette
Excellency
LaFayette
Lee
Monmouth
Virginia
Congress
Improving the Illinois river navigation and politics
Major Willard of the engineer corps reports on last year’s Illinois river improvements including funds of 80 603 dollars to maintain a seven foot navigable channel from Copperas Creek dam to the river mouth, widen to 200 feet, remove snags and dredge the Macoupin creek bar, with local surveys. work hampered by high water in 1902 1903. The piece also lists Republican governor candidates and notes a Sioux Falls Iowa wedding of Ranayn Gregory and Kathrine Sullivan, plus local improvements by C P Jones and hotel life at The Hotel Undercliff.
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Willard
Engineer Corps
Washington
Illinois River
Copperas Creek
Macoupin Creek
Ranayn Gregory
Kathirine Sullivan
Sioux Falls
Iowa
Wm Noland
Henry
Gregory
National Construction Co
Sullivan
Annex
Alexander
South Dakats
C. PR. Jones
Flotel
Gatesburg
Kewanee
Princeton
Wiganet
Neponset
Toulon
Wyoming
Samuel Horner
LaSalle
Pavilion Park
Dr Powell Offers Refund for Chamberlain’s Remedy
A bold ad proclaims no risk in buying Chamberlain’s Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. Dr Powell promises to refund the money if customers are not satisfied after use, touting it as the most successful bowel complaint remedy and the only one that never fails.
Great Removal Sale Opens at Neustadt’s Golden Rasle
A removal sale begins in Pees in LaSalle as Neustadt's Golden Rasle Clothing House moves to a new corner location at Marquette and Second Streets. The store offers 30 to 60 percent reductions across all merchandise to clear stock before the move, highlighting men’s and boys’ apparel and a reputation for first class stock and value.
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LaSalle
Neustadt
Golden Rasle
Marquette
Second Ste
Neubradt
For Sale Listings and Comet Observation Note
Real estate ads offer land near Camp Grove in Saratoga township and an 8 room Hunter Home near the depot via Joe Hartley, plus eastern Mani Janida lands from 6 to 20 dollars per acre and farm notes. Also a comet sighting described as near Ursus Major with pale light and naked eye visibility. The piece praises weekly papers for business and community notices.
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Edith C. Kleinbenz
Peoria
Board of Review
Marshall County
Saratoga Township
Misa Shade
Lexington
Hutchins-Lincoln-Coll Stora
Thntime
Camp Grove
Joe Hartley
Hunter
Mani Janida
Excursion to St Joe Delayed to August 2
The St Joe excursion previously slated for Sunday July 26 is rescheduled to Sunday August 2. Train leaves McNabb at 6 a.m. Round trip fare is $2. This may be the only Streator area excursion this season, so remember the date.
Oklahoma land offer for renters in Lawton area
Comanche County rents in Lawton Oklahoma offer 160 acres of rich land for purchase with small investment and no further rent payments. Investors and land seekers are invited to request printed matter with information and prices from Dow Robinson Powers Lawton OK.
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Oklahoma
Lawton
Comanche County
Dow
Robinson & Powers
Comanche Co
Okla
J. M. Powers
Henry
New Life Pills Advertised by Dr Pouwell's Store
Aggressive ad promotes Dr King's New Life Pills claiming to banish weakness and listlessness, boost energy and mental power. Sold at Dr Pouwell's drug store for 25 cents per box.
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Dr King
Jenkins Sisters Acknowledge Kindness After Loss
The Jenkins sisters extend heartfelt thanks for the assistance and sympathy shown after their bereavement. They especially appreciate the beautiful flowers and every act of support during their time of sorrow.
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Tate
Jenkins Sisters
Insurance Board Seeks Complaints Ahead of Review
The Board of Review will hold daily sessions until work completion. Citizens with complaints or information to present are urged to come forward promptly. The note mentions J H Jones Henry and August 1 as dates, and reports a recent rain affecting areas to the east.
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Fin
Rutland
Jonathan Wilson
Johnson
Cornell
J. B. Cummins
H. M. Cornell
H. C. Leonard
Association
Lacan
Fon
McNeely
Board of Review
L. C McMurtrie
Board
Daughter Born in Colorado Springs to Frank O Sterrett
In this city a daughter was born July 27 to Worthie Vicker. At Colorado Springs Colorado at 630 a m a daughter was born to Frank O Sterrett.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Worthie Vicker
Colorado Springs
Col
Frank O. Sterrett
Provisions and Market Notes From Old County Ledger
Fragmentary OCR shows entries for Henry markets and provisions including flour and potatoes. Mentions mixed feeds, oats, wheat, and patent flour with prices or stock notes obscured by illegible text.
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E. Felt
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Callars
Beries Wood
G.m-Locke
the Republican
Gvorce Bonz. GranGce A. Burt
George Burt & Son
Republican
Henry, Ill
Rrrere
Syheyeryts
Big Bend
Grand Army
N. J. Hornbeck
H. A. Studebaker
J. H. Ammons
Randolph
Tonica
Captain Howe
J. W. Potts
Hennepin
J. B. Bush
J. B. Albert
George Young
Hearty Charles
Wm H. Thurston
Marshall
Putnam
Firsaides
Ana
Tallowera
Joan Harney
Jacob Dorff SR
Yates
Deneen
Haomlin
Joseph W. Eifer
B. I. Marsh
Joseph V. Graff
Frank O. Lowden
Eifer
Rose
Ursus Major
Fits Insurance
Siske
Exne
J. H. Jones
Henry Markets
Popatoes
JVHE
Norwood-Colorado Mining Co
Norwood
Minn
Br.j. A Bell
Geo. W. Ooobook
Magnolia, Putnam Co
Ill
G. Dakin
Melvin
Trakame
E- Barkour
M. D
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