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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1870
Page
2
A fragmented year end notice urges readers to renew subscriptions and pay bills promptly to support the paper. It emphasizes capital needs, increased circulation, and continued labor for community interests and political and social advancement.
A reader urges voting for the new constitution and all propositions unless canceled or scratched. It warns against opposing individual sections and argues the main article should be published without delay to overthrow the warehouse monopoly, urging broad support and warning of consequences if voters stay silent.
A local Republican paper criticizes party factions and dispatches on the Fifth district race. It questions honoring Henderson and endorses Lovejoy, arguing the GOP cannot support Henderson’s candidacy while praising the general’s wartime service. The piece condemns election pressure and defends a measured, principled stance.
A historical note critiques the revenue department for errors in enforcing fraud prevention and revenue collection. It mentions use of the Tiga metre in distilleries and the Wheeler machine for canceling, citing Ottawa Free Trader commentary and concerns about efficiency and financial practices. The piece questions officials and methods amid pressure to secure prompt payments.
A fragment shows a public official Deleno questioned over patent bigbus preference while Wheeler offers to send a stamp upon payment. The tone hints at a local political quarrel about revenue and favoritism, with a call to Wheeler to visit and assess.
A garbled extract shows discussions of Henderson and Lugersoll era politics with questions about nominations and corruption. The speaker critiques the process, questions who nominated whom, and speculates on motives and the value of office while noting limited candidate pools.
A historical overview traces the lay delegation movement in the Methodist church from 1829 to present, highlighting repeated attempts, conferences, and growing support. It notes periods of disagreement, evolving policy, and eventual broad acceptance within both the old and new world church communities.
Corwin of La Salia county is a candidate for Congress in the 6th district. He is cited as having integrity and ability, with supporters confident he would be re elected if he wishes to run.
A short excursion last Friday and Saturday through Bundrwine Wheatland Mila Qsecola Penn Wyoming and back via Valley Saratoga Whitefield notes uneven crop prospects. Rain was scarce with only light showers elsewhere though crops near Castleton and Wyoming looked improving. Local sentiment favored MK B I Ry and S. M. Clark for road benef its while Wheatland residents discussed road aid and a large gathering stirred Br id ford packed with visitors and rumors of thieves in transit.
A fragment from a 19th century notice describes a St Totia's Day celebration by the Sandford Lodge with a parade, prayers, singing, poetry, and an oration. It also notes town commerce in Tira de Bradford and Cabelton, railroad hopes, and local opinions about political figures and public works, with varied regional items and literary notices.
An advertisement style notice promotes a new issue of a magazine edited by Ser re Miike ita and The Electric Post. It highlights portraits of Beethoion and public figures, essays on physiology and psychology, holiday themes, travel pieces, and a policy view on women’s rights. The piece mentions a subscription price of $8 yearly, $1.50 for half a year, and directs readers to 389 Broadway, N.Y. for address details.
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