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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1899
Page
4
The notice outlines subscription rates: One year in advance priced at 150, eight months at a reduced rate, and outside county options. It provides the Republican office phone number for inquiries and payment terms.
On Thursday June 15 1899 gasoline sold at 103 cents per gallon at wholesale. The Saintly Rockefeller appears ready to make another donation to the University of Chicago.
Those worried by today’s questions can find relief by attending graduation ceremonies where the graduating speakers address the era’s major issues and provide conclusions.
Gen DB Henderson, a Scots born candidate who came to America at six, is favored to become Speaker, potentially the first foreign born chair. The silver party backs leaders willing to defend their colors over short term gain. Bad rains last year did little harm to Americans in the Philippines, where soldiers staying on will receive travel pay plus regular wages to invest in business.
The baking powder and beer manufacturers testify before the senate investigating committee about unwholesome ingredients. The panel praises the effort to expose adulteration and calls for pure food and beverages. A proposed Congress bill aims to authorize fractional currency for small mail payments to replace costly money orders.
Henry Watterson's Decoration Day address at Cave Hill cemetery Louisville urges acceptance of Spain war outcomes and unity under divine guidance. He praises Providence behind American union and condemns critics who oppose humanitarian war aims, urging readers to study his eloquence and seek national cohesion.
Leviathan Democrat editor Davidson swears he is an orthodox Democrat defending flag and country. He asserts democracy from skin to core, loyalty to the commander in chief, and support for the war, blaming critics for opposing McKinley and Dewey.
An advertisement claims deafness stems from inflamed mucous lining of the Eustachian tube and offers a $100 reward for any catarrh deafness case not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. The promotion cites 19th century remedies and lists PJ Cheney & Co of Toledo Ohio and Hall's Family Pills as sellers.
The Times highlights Citronelle Alabama as a prime Southern home site and ideal winter climate. R O McWilliams, arriving unwell from Henry Illinois, praises the climate, gains strength, and may settle locally after visiting Dwight. He previously ran a mercantile business in Geneseo Illinois 20 years ago. Subscribe for the Republican.
Franklin Miles offers readers a free trial of his new treatment for heart nerves stomach and dropsy valued at $2.50. Testimonials from prominent individuals and doctors are cited to support efficacy and prompt action is urged with address to Dr Franklin Miles at the Masonic Temple Chicago.
A 19th century plea urging teens and young adults to improve health through chest expansion and pure air. It warns against mouth breathing from nasal issues and describes a home pulmonary gymnastics routine to build lung capacity and ward off tuberculosis. It stresses erect carriage, regular breathing exercises, and consulting a specialist for nasal growths.
A medical note by J B Donuax M D Wenona Ill recommends repeating a breathing exercise thrice daily for 30 days to improve lung function and overall health. The method claims to counteract consumption beliefs by showing visible improvements in posture and appearance through enhanced pulmonary conditions.
The post office experiments in free rural delivery show uniform success across Princeville and surrounding circuits, with rapid progress in the Illinois county and nationwide adoption planned within two years. Grain-O is recommended as a healthful coffee substitute, marketed as a grain drink for 15 and 25 cents.
Report covers arrival of The Great Wallace Shows in Peoria on Monday June 26. Sections landed yesterday at 11:16 am and the big tent was set up at the exposition park by night. The nine Nelson family members perform internationally, Angels family trapeze act, Stirks French cyclists, Petits in Royal bar comedy, and a grand ballet as major attractions.
An examination for teachers certificates will be held in the Higa Co building at Lacon Illinois on July 1 and 3 1899 following the Los Institute concession June 26 1899. The renewal certificate examination begins Saturday at 1 39 p m with the regular exam starting at 8 am.
A highly praised speech delivered by Mrs Jolia Wied Hows at a public rally. The address emphasized civic rights and social justice within the community.
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