16 Jun 1881
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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1881
Page
1
The page lists subscription rates and advertising charges including one square at 1.00 per insertion, six months 1.50, annual rates 10, rates for one quarter to one column widths, and obituary notices at sos per line. Transsort ads payable in advance.
A cluttered page lists Dr Snyder and Dr Motter remedies, local lawyers including P J Perley and Fred S Pottle, plus insurance and loan offers. Mentions cancer treatment claims, nervous system disorders, and a general service directory with addresses in Peoria Illinois.
Benny Republican Spartana reports a quiet eclipse while noting residents like M. M. Sherburne returning from New York and Dennis Conley visiting from Milwaukee. The piece lists social events, school closings, road work, church activities, and various town residents visiting, plus minor incidents around Sugar Grove and Saratoga.
Weather brings heavy rain with fields flooded in low bottoms while upland corn stays sound. Sheriff’s residence addition planned as jail extension. A street tire cracker caused a runaway horse with minor injuries. M E church observed children's day with a lively service and performances. Citizens consider a 4th of July celebration. preparations underway in Hunter's Hall. Lightning damaged telegraph infrastructure near the depot. School board hires staff and raises salaries. A temperance lecture is announced for June at Red Ribbon hall. Community updates include local visits, trades, and social notes.
The June city council session read the minutes of the last meeting, referred a petition to extend Fremont avenue, and received a remonstrance against moving or building on the public square. The street committee was instructed to proceed on Edwards and Front streets. The chief engineer reported 437 members. Alderman Pool presented a city plat. Miss Boice’s draft was bought for $20. Willard Eville received about $100 in aid after his team was lost to lightning.
Bucklen's Arnicar Salve claims to heal cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores totter chapped hands chilblains corns and all eruptions and guarantees satisfaction or money back. Priced at 25 cents per box and sold by all druggists. March 14th year unknown.
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