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Henry Republican in Henry, Illinois

15 Jun 1911

Page 11

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Henry Republican

Location

Henry, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jun 15, 1911

Page

11

Henry River Boat Race Crowns Kanawa in 34 Mile Illinois Run

The Fifth Annual Illinois Valley Yacht Club endurance race along the Illinois River from Peoria to Henry attracted 38 boats. 27 finished due to engine troubles and mishaps. Kanawa, owned by Peoria County State's Attorney Robert Scholes, won the handicap prize with a finish at 5 37 p.m. amid 2000 spectators and riverfront decorations. Six boats were disqualified for timing rules. notable finishers included Pirate II at 1:33:36 and Julia II at 1:39.

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Illinois Valley Yacht Club Illinois River Peoria Henry Pronto Illis Illinois Meteor Bon Jour Julia Iil Elizabeth M Pirate II Pronto III Imp Jake Henry Bridge A. D. Green Kanawa Robert Scholes Peoria County Scholes L. H. Lord Racing Committee Dr. Adams Charles_ Greenlee G. A. Burt L. D. Gregory J. L. Jones David Swain Seelig Pavilion Park Undercliff Swan Lake Club Starved Rock Boat Club Peoria Herald-Transcript Julia 117 J. P. Brady Merris Elizabeth M Regal Tiger Harms and Moutier Henry Grind Hydro Willows Elsa H A. Hayward Rambler Fred van Alwick Ella Irene Guy C. Goodfellow Harmony Robins-Price Onaway H. Mulick Tee Spiy James Ellis M. E. McGinnis Sunkist H. C. Foster Siwash W. C. Williams Griffith-Smith Flash W. C. Kiss Naiad W. C. McCulloch Peeee Harvey Marsters Martha Louise M. J. Dorsey Anona J. M. Tyson Pernecuales J. M. Baillie Pattison-Robey Jose Vila J. Mueller Argo G. H. Heffneree Robi Scholes Wm. H. Chloe Aero Hinbart Iben Ann-G-Ann E. H. Bradley Marie L R. BH. Lillya Reynolds Wm. Turnbull Wm. M. Barnes Pronto Ill G. BE. Smith Chubbuck-Buffe Monte J. Z. Zeller Rana W. EF. Persons
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May Mail Counts at Henry Post Office Highlight Heavy Workload

Counting all incoming and outgoing mail for May, Henry postoffice logs 78 760 pieces total. First class and newspapers dominate lists, with daily handling near 2 550 pieces, requiring stamps, sorting, and record keeping amid salaries and clerical duties.

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Uncle Sam Henry Postoffice Ree County Congressional Free
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Drowning of Rock Island Fireman Coopman at Bureau Canal

Edmond Coopman, a Rock Island railroad fireman, drowned Monday evening in the Hennepin canal at Bureau after swimming with Archie Wagner. Coopman left his engine, swam briefly, then disappeared as Wagner watched. The body was recovered but no resuscitation was possible.

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Bureau Edmond Coopman Rock Island Railroad Hennepin Canal Archie Wagner Wagner Coopman
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Mrs Gilpin Secures a Pension for Widow of Civil War Veteran

State's Attorney Henry E. Jacobs secured a widow's pension for Mrs. A. L. Gilpin of this city after two years of correspondence. A $12 monthly pension and $272 back pay from May 9, 1909, to April 4, 1911, were approved. Gilpin, who enlisted in Ohio under Harrison Lee and later in Illinois, had to prove identity with a former comrade. Mrs. Gilpin possesses discharge papers from both the Ohio regiment and the U.S. artillery. Mrs. Luella Stever and family traveled to Peoria to watch Walter Brookins' airship exhibition and a race at the Mile Track.

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Gilpin Ohio Harrison Lee Franklin California A. L. Gilpin Jacobs Ohio Regiment Ilinois Luella Stever Peoria Walter Brookins
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New Park Plans and City Progress in Alstoona

The city plans a riverfront park to be named The Margaret Jones Park with groundclearance, sodding, trees, water works integration, and a dock via dredge work. City council will condemn Briscoe’s lot if price cannot be agreed, with Mr Jones funding a landscaper and engineer for park layout and river improvements. The effort aims to transform a rubbish pile into a grand boulevard attracting excursionists and boosting the city. Henry Alumni reception at Presbyterian church honors two graduating classes with music, readings, and officer elections. Superintendent notes include ice cream service and a post-event business meeting.

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Central Park Pavilion Park Main Water Street Edward Main Streets City Water Works C. R. Jones Jones Margaret Jones James Briscoe Henry Alumni Association Henry Presbyterian Church Clara Waddell Princeton Rosalie Eugene Jenness Charles Dewey Association Harry Seitz The Wm. Panzer Oscar H. Davis Edna Bell Forest Huffstetter
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Henry Ills Chautauqua Booth Boosts July Dates

Local notes report Henry Chautauqua runs July 14 to 28 with plans for tents programs and tickets. Mrs. Leonore Lake will appear, ticket prices set, and boosters urged to boost attendance and concessions. Community updates cover lighting, road travel, church activities, and notable visits across nearby towns.

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Henry Peterman Bros
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