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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1897
Page
4
The apportionment measure dies as the Illinois legislature adjourns with debate over currency, Cuba policy, and race church splits highlighting broader political tensions. Fort, Hammers, McGuire vote No. Avery votes Yes amid GOP dissatisfaction and reform concerns.
A large audience attended the New Opera House for the Baccalaureate Sermon by Prof W S Wallace, city schools superintendent. The service featured school choir, Rev McLeish, Rev Hammond, and Migs Arnold at the piano, with an address on freedom, truth, and the rise of enlightened thinking across history.
A college address declares that freedom comes through truth and learning. It cites Franklin, Columbus, Pilgrims, and Shakespeare as examples, urging the class of 407 to pursue truth to lead others to a freer world, with education as the path to universal liberty.
Chauncey Depew extols broad education beyond schooling, arguing it frees minds, expands horizons, and connects individuals with world thinkers. He urges graduates to pursue truth, serve society, and lead with disciplined purpose toward freedom and civilization.
A professor extols the value of broad college studies for forming capable leaders and citizens. He argues that liberal arts sharpen intellect, aiding all professions, and cites presidents, ministers, and lawmakers as products of college training. A benediction closes the address amid applause.
The July Harper's Magazine will publish the last chapters of Da Mancher's The Martian, War W D Howells on The Modern Mood, and John Fox Jr the Kentuckiang. Illustrations by Da Maurier show unfinished studies, shedding light on her process.
Hundreds of thousands seek Tomberlain's Cough Remedy after reading reports of its benefits from users and doctors. Dr Rowel markets the product, claiming proven relief through widespread testing and endorsement.
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