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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1902
Page
6
A compilation of wartime cost estimates and political notes. Gye Repub' the Republican discusses Boer casualties at $100,000 per death. Maine rally, Secretary Shaw speaks on Republican gains. Illinois ticket names and a civil service bill favoring veterans. Elijah II. Zion City greeting changes and union pension claims feature in the mix.
The article weighs competing canal route proposals and argues that abandoning all plans may be best. It asserts no U.S. duty to spend vast sums on a world canal, suggesting instead civilizing efforts and assistance to the needy as alternatives.
On July 17 Fort Hall Indian lands in Idaho will open to white settlement by presidential proclamation. About 5 million acres available under federal laws, with lands within five miles of Pocatello sold at public auction for no less than $10 per acre. Described as fairly desirable, the opening is expected to boost Idaho’s population and commerce, though interest is less than in Oklahoma. Lands near Pocatello are pricier and less attractive to average homesteaders.
Hereford breeders of La Salle county met at Balley’s Falls on June 18 to form the La Salle County Hereford Breeders Association. A temporary committee drafted bylaws, Wallace Libby elected president, J J Hornung vice president, Will Watts secretary, Al Hornung treasurer. Next meeting set for La Salle on July 1.
Advice on living well urges rising early and improving daily while staying honest economical and resilient. It emphasizes faith, self discipline, and a positive yet realistic outlook to remain in demand and find steady work throughout life.
Prairie City correspondent to Macomb Journal questions how funds are spent by the Modern Woodmen. It cites $1897 for three months of an actuary Landis and $2018.65 for Northcott’s salary and travel, plus $1118.79 for the literary bureau and $12,000 for the last issue. The piece urges action to curb perceived squandering and warns of dues increases for the general fund.
Mr A M Shields of Chambersburg Pennsylvania recounts a severe six month illness due to hay fever and asthma. He credits Dr Kings New Discovery with his recovery and notes its effectiveness for throat and lung diseases. Trial bottles are free at Dr Powells City drug store.
A fragment from Meggendorfer Blatter discusses a girl and mechanical dolls, asking about a doll that faints without a new dress. A caricature exchange from Captain Yonder to Captain Dinkydink Point comments on seeing America and Englishness, as noted in the Chicago Journal.
A New York World excerpt captures a poor man seeking food rather than souvenirs. The exchange features a humorous remark about not saving a coin and a plea for aid, illustrating street dialogue in a city setting.
A cartoonish exchange from a German publication mocks a tailor owed 100 marks. The wind carries a hat into the tailor’s garden as a quip about the ill fit of a poorly made suit.
A community event lists prizes for races and contests including a half mile bicycle race with a lawn swing as first prize, a 220 yard foot race for amateurs with a Morris chair among prizes, a 1 mile bicycle race with prizes, and a 400 yard foot race free for all with top prizes. Evening programs feature a mile boat race and various smaller competitions with assorted awards.
Prof Crompton performs a notable bicycle ride from the Henry Bridge into the Illinois River at 8 pm. Grand Fireworks follow at River Bank with a Naval Battle at 9 pm. A Ball is held later at the New Opera Hall.
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