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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1875
Page
1
A promotional notice for the Inter Ocean newspaper outlining national scope and NW interests, with subscription terms for daily and weekly editions, postages, club rates, and payment methods. It notes postage changes effective January 1875 and encourages bundled club subscriptions with sample copies offered.
A May 4 excursion from Aurora along the Chicago line to Kearney Nebraska drew 400 to 500 travelers from Illinois Wisconsin Minnesota and nearby towns. The trip showcased the Platte valley farms and the evolving Nebraska towns from Crete to Lincoln with large displays of cultivated land and new farmsteads. Passengers enjoyed 15 days of sightseeing and the chance to stop off at points along the line to witness the state’s rapid development south of the Platte River.
The C B and Q railroad announces another excursion from Aurora at 12 noon on Tuesday June 18. Tickets go on sale June 1 at important points. see hand bills for starting times, fare rates, and full details.
The Grey Eagle departs at 6 a.m. Monday for river excursions noted as bright and pleasant with favorable weather. The Fayette brings Pekin Celestials and other ships pass and repass at the lock and dam while vessels like Jack Robertson and China move cargoes along with various stone boats and canal craft spotted in transit.
County court notes show claims against the estate of Mrs Pheba A McCoy dismissed for want of prosecution and other matters including claims of Matilda Evans and guardianship actions for Carrithers minors. Reports, inventories, and orders of sale and administration appear, with a note about Col Howard’s Black Hills trip and a critique of editors asking for unpaid puff pieces.
The funeral of Mrs. Gus Kialber drew many friends from home and abroad. Willard Roth died last Friday leaving a wife and several children. A. McMorris and family plan a move to Colorado next week. J. S. Thompson and family and Sheldon Arnold and family prepare to move to California. The high school graduation was held at the M church on Friday with four girls and one boy receiving diplomas: Aggie Greenenan Clara Wallery Allie Shaw Jennie Renshaw Arthur Freakie. Mrs. W. E. Cook has been ill but is improving.
Local reporter reviews Magnolian graduation exercises at the M E church with speeches by J Casper Gurnea Edward Hannum and Ella Burt. The procession includes essays by Helen Fyffe and Ella Morrilla plus a diploma ceremony by County Superintendent Seaton. Also mentions church construction under Spencer Brothers and local farm and trade updates.
In Lacon E D Fenn trades his dry goods stock to J L Mohler for groceries. Spencer Ellsworth and his wife returned from St Louis with the Illinois Progs Association. Farmers are hauling in considerable grain and seem more willing to sell as prices decline.
David Wright of Pennsylvania visits Wheatland with family and friends as Henry Rich moves remains from Lone Tree graveyard to New Town cemetery donated by Edward Murphy and Andrew Anderson. A croquet party on Saturday the 20th ends with supper and music, as residents bid good night and reflect on honoring local soldiers.
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