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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1897
Page
6
The Class of 97 graduation at New Opera House drew a crowded attendance Friday as Prof. Wallace bade farewell. The large hall was filled from early hours with standing room, featuring floral displays, a front rostrum table, and decorative fountains enhancing the ceremonial mood.
The Peoria high school celebrates the Class of 97 with a formal program on the rostrum. Students wear garnet and green, display names on ladders, and present essays on physics, history, and prophecy. Diplomas are bestowed by President Potter as Prof Wallace bids farewell to the school.
A Henry High School farewell marks end of an era with Prof Wallace's praise, a valedictory by Mil dred Clife, and thanks to Board of Education, teachers, and students. Alumni banquets feature class of 1897, program notes, papers on Mary Stuart and Greece Rome, plus a packing crowd and floral tributes.
The passage notes loss of energy and thought power as due to deficient nourishment. It emphasizes that vitality, not muscles, governs endurance. It warns that fatigue at any age, especially in youth, risks lung disease and may cause weight loss and persistent coughing.
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