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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1904
Page
1
Henry High School held its twenty seventh annual commencement with graduates described as bright girls and boys ready to graduate into real life. Professor Tupper led the corps of teachers at the front guiding the ceremony.
Henry High School graduates 174 have pursued higher education or skilled work, shaping community progress. A formal program featured Orations on Success and Environment, with diplomas awarded to twelve seniors, amid tributes from Board of Education and faculty.
The article notes a quality graduating class of 15 girls and 6 boys with polite ushers Messrs Lawrence Gregory and Oscar Davis. Flower displays overwhelmed by bouquets draw attention to Rev Fre Kotery and Zumbucbl at the ceremony. Flower girls Elu Meier Zora Daley Pearl Thompson Satha Longman appear handsome. a cannon firecracker startles a seated graduate, prompting amused reactions.
Mr Drew Hack of Carril inspected local hotels this week and negotiated with landlord James Wiverbiss at the Camp House. A decision is expected within two weeks and a transfer seems likely, possibly involving his father who runs the Commercial Hotel at Carmi.
Ladies of the Presbyterian Aid Society hosted a modest farewell for Cannah Jones and family at Elder Clarence Burt’s home on Saturday June 11. Attendees included Rev Mason, Mr J H Jones, Mrs Cannah Jones and their children, with decorated halls, music, readings, and a social hour ending in a feast of pink and white refreshments. The event marked a departure from the church community as Mr Cannah Jones planned to relocate, leaving a void in the Bible class and church families.
Comfortable rooms on principal drive near the fair with moderate rates. Special rates for parties of five or more. Convenient to first-class cafes and hotels, two minutes from World’s Fair lines and auto service to grounds or city. For information write Mrs Olive A. Doike 39260 Lindell Boulevard St Louis Mo or Clifford Haws Mag bolts TH
The Board of Education met Monday evening and voted to install new tube boilers in the actiona building during vacation. The plan aims to improve facilities, reduce labor for the janitor, and lower fuel use. Bids for furn shing boilers fixtures and work will be sought soon.
Miestovary meeting of Quinocy diocese held in Macomb with Rev Gorfer and Rev F Stevens present. Sunday services announced at Presbyterian church, with no evening service due to pastor's absence. Christian Endeavor to meet at panel hour. Memorial sermon for O H Tyler to be delivered by Rev L G Laudenberger at New Jerusalem Temple next Sunday at 8 pm. Holy Supper in morning, adult Bible class at ten, evening service at 7 45. On June 19 Rev D S McCown to preach for Marshall lodge No 3100 Ff at 11 am. lodge members to assemble at 10 am. Children’s Day observed at Presbyterian church with June flowers decor and praised training by Albertson. donations to missions noted.
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