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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1876
Page
4
A fragmentary historical note recalls the end of the Spanish Civil War with 2000 followers seeking refuge in France. It mentions U S political figures, river bridges, a presidential signature on a centennial appropriation bill, and local woes about infrastructure and travel needs.
A reader argues Henry needs a public hall to host lectures and exhibitions. The piece condemns current neglect, cites neighboring towns' cultural events, and urges local business leaders to support affordable, self-liquidating facilities to enhance civic status and opportunities for residents.
The article outlines toll and lockage charges at Henry lock for freight and steamboats on the Illinois and Michigan Canal. It cites per ton and per thousand pounds rates, through and local freight definitions, and the need for duplicate bills of jurting with one deposited to the collector. It directs masters and shippers to specific sections of canal regulations and names W N Brainano as secretary.
In the last session the state legislature amended the township act to require town supervisors and town clerks to provide a detailed annual financial report before the town meeting. The report must list prior balances, recent tax amounts, receipts and disbursements, town indebtedness, interest, and future maturities, then be recorded and read to voters. Violations carry fines between eighty and two hundred dollars payable to town for highway and bridge repairs.
A roof fire at Mr H L Hutchine’s home started this morning around 6:30 from a faulty chimney. The roof was chopped away and smoke lingered before the blaze was subdued. The alarm sounded and local firemen reached the scene, but their services were not required.
The letter discusses need for a large hall to host lectures and entertainments at affordable prices. It argues a 500 seat, centrally located venue would be a sound investment and allow broader attendance without high ticket costs. The writers mention Hall and wife returning from Indianapolis and praising Robert Emmett for hospitality. They welcome Hubert to visit.
In this city a son was born to David H. Ander on February 23 followed by a daughter born to Edward on February 9 and a son to Emi Manski with a February 99 date.
Multiple marriage notices from February list couples in the city and nearby locales. Names include John Burger and Mary Link, John Schwiederley and Rosa Krenz, Thoma Field and Mabry-Rooney, Hers Roube and Mary Barnes, John Madigan and Kate Foley, William Hanna and Kath Edwards, and John Winn and Sarah A Baker plus the officiants and locations such as German Catholic shared and Wandnap.
Died at Bpaians on February 27 from dropsy Washington Gesr aged about 35. In Wonona February 16 Martha Cummings aged 27 daughter of Jentot Watkins. Near Hennepin February 22 wife of Georges Neil aged 45. Hebron Missouri February 9 Alvan Turner aged 70 brother of Oxks Turner of Hennepin. Pattonsburg February 17 Forsyth Barta aged 77, one of oldest actors. Fountain Green Utah February 18 Mrs Barah Jenks aged 76 mother of Mia Edward Wood of this city. Dearest mother gone, can this be true. The form we once loved, bid adieu. Now at Gods right hand enjoying endless pleasures.
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