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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1906
Page
8
R A Ward serves as local representative in Magnolia for the Henry Republican. He handles all entrusted news items and officials promise prompt attention to business connected with the paper.
Toluca and nearby towns show a steady stream of visitors and callers including Wm McCullum in Toluca on Thursday and Mrs Hetrick and Miss Van Horne visits. George W Hull is on the sick list while Beatrice Massie calls on McNabb. Several families from Lostant Wenona Peru Galesburg and Granville are noted for Sunday visits and weekend social rounds.
Miss Ruth Eddingfield returns from St Louis for summer with parents as crops improve after daily showers. Prof Sweaney heads to Chicago then west for vacation. Magnolia plans Fourth of July events with parade and activities. The Magnolia schools publish a revised Manual and Course of Study for district families.
Magnolia and June Strawn hold Sunday school at 10 a m and preaching at 11 a m Magnolia hosts Sunday school at 10 a m Epworth League at 7 p m and preaching at 8 p m Scheduled church events reflect typical midweek activities and service times for the Magnolia charge.
George W. Hunt announces candidacy for County Superintendent of Schools Putnam County on the Republican ticket subject to primary voters. E. B. Wonser seeks County Treasurer status on the Republican ticket subject to primaries. Lyle H. Durley also announces Putnam County Republican primary candidacy.
Jasper Cecil is listed as a candidate for the office of Sheriff in Putnam County on the Republican ticket, subject to primaries. The notice notes the primary process and party affiliation.
Strawn’s church will observe Children’s Day exercises Sunday, June 17 at 11 o'clock with a cordial invitation to all. A prayer meeting is set for Thursday evening at 7 30. The probationers’ class meets after the service, and newly purchased pews will be installed next Sunday.
Last Saturday the Magnolia Alumni Association held a social and banquet with a program featuring speeches, music, and a roll call of members. The event noted graduates, absent members, and families of alumni, with refreshments served at 10 oclock and an annual report listing graduates and deceased members.
The Magnolia Alumni Association extends congratulations to graduates Clara Lestant and Mary Henry from Henry High School. A Magnolia School Picnic closes term with a noon shower altering plans. A baseball game ends 12 to 6 for the visitors amid banquet tales and jovial cheers.
George W. Hunt, county superintendent, announces the teachers examination will be held in Hennepin on June 26 and 27, 1906. Exams start at 9 a.m. and end at 4 p.m. each day.
Charles Gunn returns from Granville with a sore foot after stepping on a nail. Mrs. Josephine Bishop is recovering. W. G. Brown, shoe dealer and county treasurer candidate, visited with family. Various locals host or visit friends, attend commencements and graduation events.
Auditors J. T. Salye and A. B. Akers reviewed the office of resigning agent H. T. Skerd, as McFall and Beggs take charge. J. E. Biles resigns from the T. M. N. railway, while Thomas Negins fills the vacancy. Local students return from university study. Miss Cantryman hired for next school year. stock shipments, and Seelig’s orchestra provided music for the Jolly club with a large turnout.
Sunday services drew a large audience as Rev William preached at eleven. Rev Dr Penhallegon spoke Thursday on The Land of Disappointment. Funeral for Lizzie Moows held at her home Wednesday afternoon. Local residents and relatives are mentioned with visits and family ties across Peru Granville Hennepin and Spring Valley. Preaching is planned for next Sunday at eight in the Florid church.
Miss Katie Hawthorne spent one day last week with Blanche Allen and other friends praising Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. Many users remain unknown due to reluctance to publish testimonials but remain advocates of the remedy. It is widely known for cures of diarrhoea and bowel trouble and sold by Henry Ills City Drug Store. The Rural Delivery postmaster general orders carriers to only service mailboxes with signals after July 1 to aid delivery and collection. Henry Republican office offers printing services for business needs.
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