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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1904
Page
1
The article honors two men born the same day and raised near Senachwine township who have shared life from cradle to present with no discord. They grew up amid frontier life, traded, courted the same girl, and stood as valued citizens as their region formed from a wilderness.
The article honors J. Howard Williams and Albert Stickel, longtime Putnam residents with five children each, who married in 1878 and shared a 50 year friendship. They celebrated with a meal and music, reflecting on a life of farming, community service, and village progress as Putnam marks its semicentennial.
Mrs T Jones presided at the Ree organ during Mae Kelloge’s illness while Miss Zella Kellogg was absent sick. Mr T L Jones substituted. The Presbyterian boys brigade held a social after drill with popcorn. The M E Ladies Aid plans a parish social and program on March 9 with refreshments. The public is invited.
Last Thursday evening at Miss Minnie Jones home a senior class party hosted by her son Lloyd brought together Prof and Mrs Edmunds and Miss Krotter and Miss Clark. The event reflected credit on the host and included a four luncheon service during the evening.
Mrs Joe McGrath of Hutchinson Kansas reports giving Ballard Horehound Syrup to her children for coughs and colds and praises its effectiveness. The remedy claims to soothe and heal throat ailments without opium and is sold at Dr Powell’s drug store in 50 cent and 1 dollar sizes.
C C Coulter of Chicago Mrs Endsley and children of Pearla and Mrs James Smith of St Paul attended the funeral of their sister Mrs Foster. Wille Foster, son of the deceased, will accompany his aunt Mrs Smith to her home, leaving in about two weeks.
State Supreme Court ruling against a 152950 appropriation sparks debate on canal fate. Ottawa businessmen and Peoria officials push for maintenance or a ship canal linking Chicago to Rock Island. Eminent jurists cite state maintenance powers while concerns grow over repairs and freight rates.
Doelzer Jr of this city holds a copy of the premiums and regulations for the 16th annual Marshall County Fair held in Henry September 7 to 10, 1870. The pamphlet lists president Arnold Thornton secretary George Motter assistant secretary A 8 Broaddus treasurer Josiah McCoy and executive committee including G F Wightman and others. The document names superintendents for cattle horses mules sheep hogs poultry field crops and more with advertisers and Henry firms noted. the era’s business figures are mostly passed away, with two firms still active in Henry.
Reports say Ottawa and St Louis companies will run steamboats to the World’s Fair trade events this summer. J 87 and Fred Swain are also said to enter the excursion trade, potentially making St Louis trips a popular, affordable travel option. Abgell’s Comedians play at the Opera House delivering clean moral entertainment. Chalmers Burson ships large flocks of sheep to Chicago with cattle horses and extensive irrigation in San Luis Valley. Hydrants show resilience in bitter winter. Mrs Williams’s health remains unchanged. a weather change could help. The Woman’s Club lecture is canceled. Laverna Disosway is secretary.
The article urges local groups to favor the newspaper when printing paid jobs, noting the paper’s value in notices and social postings and calling for reciprocal support from communities that benefit from the paper's services. It emphasizes fairness and keeping printing work in local papers.
The pleasant tasting Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is praised by mothers for quick cough and cold relief in babies. It is said to prevent pneumonia and serious complications, cures croup, and should be given at the first sign of a croupy cough. Sold by Dra Powell.
J L Carlson the optician will visit Henry for fittings and free exams at the Camp House from 1 to 8 p m on Wednesday March 6.
Matrimonial announcement for Lee Moore and Miss Charlotte Gallup at the Gallup home in La Prairie. The ceremony by Rev Densmore followed a ring rite and a supper after. Guests included Mamie Gallup and Jennkins of Chicago. parents of the groom sent regrets.
On February 25 relatives gathered at Alfred Carleon’s home north of Putnam village for the marriage of Thilda Carleon to Andrew J. Swanson. Rev Alfred Appell of Peoria performed the ceremony at 8 pm. The couple will live one mile south of Putnam village.
A doctor asks if the profession can obtain Herbine in bulk for prescribing. He praises its efficacy for dyspepsia from overwork and excesses, noting its success in restoring affected organs. A 60e bottle is available at Dr Powell's drug store.
A catalog of new library acquisitions listing titles and authors such as Bailoshh of the Guard by Henry Se ton Merriman and Fast Mail by Wm Drysdale. Other works include Every Living Creature by Ralph Waldo Trine and Jo's Boys by Lauren M. Alcott, alongside several early 20th century authors.
James Cauldwell advances in Henry county this week while A. McKeon of Lone moves to the vacated place. Walter Norris sells to J. B. Pettegrew and buys near his home. George Kilatler of Indiana will work for James Caldwell this season. Local social and family visits are noted including trips to Whitefield and Camp Grove. Proceeds from a recent Shurts school house event totaled eight dollars.
A. W. Thomas of H C Ferry & Co Chicago sells Cannah Jones general merchandise stock from Henry. He draws large crowds daily and is praised as a top experienced salesman with patience wit and even temper admired by attendees.
The article notes Grandma Hutchins will turn 95 on Tuesday March 8 and remains active and well for her age. It highlights local regard for her, her son Mr Hutchins, and mentions notable longevity in the county including Dr Boal who died at 96.
Mr Homer Thompson said goodbye to Henry friends on Monday and left for Madison Nebraska with her daughter Mrs James Divelbies. A letter reports they reached Madison but a breakdown forced the car with goods to be sent back to Moline for repair, delaying their journey.
Local office advertises cheap return envelopes and return cards for lost letters. It promises 100 complete envelopes for 50 cents and invites readers to visit the office to see samples.
Charles Lapp of Lucan reports the special order buggy for Ed J. Quing, the late county clerk, was raffled Monday evening after selling 250 tickets. Dr Eberlein, holder of No 25, won the buggy with Wm Shaw and Richard Anske handling the drawing.
The Henry Republican announces a combined offer for the Nichols Business Guide at $2.00. The guide is described as an everyday counselor with forms for farmers laborers and households. It is presented as a ready reference and a personal legal aid.
The article notes last year’s March 18 opening and predicts boats will run by that date this year as ice clears. Warm days could open the full river channel, enabling full navigation over the course.
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