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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1896
Page
8
The article discusses the sacredness of home and the burden of modern women's roles. It notes the shift of women into public duties and clubs while stressing the value of everyday household life. It cites James Monroe's era and social etiquette debates as context for evolving female public presence.
A pamphlet urging natural childbirth and female health, arguing fear and pain are caused by perverted nature. It promotes Dr Pierce’s Favorite Prescription as a tonic to strengthen nerves and the feminine system, claims to ease labor, and advertises a 1050 page book on women’s diseases from the World’s Dispensary Medical Association of Buffalo.
In RivensipE District Grange column editor A K Smirm cites Hon Josiah Newell of Lynn on the Baldwin apple. He says the Baldwin grew wild in Wilmington and was once called Butter or Woodpecker apple before Baldwin naming, becoming a widely cultivated winter variety with noted good qualities.
A reprint discusses farmers' underproduction and poor dairy profits due to small herds and mismanaged conditions. It argues creameries suffer when farmers fail to supply milk and adopt proper dairy practices, while highlighting improved poultry egg production and corn's impact on meat quality.
The piece argues corn can outcompete South America and Russia in feed for cattle and hogs. It reviews home curing of meats and salt curing methods, urges careful smoking practices, and notes Illinois farmers face higher taxes, lease burdens, and a wave of migration as 3,000 people move to cheaper Southern lands.
Mrs Phoebe Thomas of Junction City Illinois was told she had consumption and had no hope. Two bottles of Dr King's New Discovery cured her and saved her life. Mrs Thos Eggers of 136 Florida Street San Francisco recovered from a dreadful cold approaching consumption after using one bottle. Free trial bottles at Dr Powell's Drug. Regular size bottles available.
Faculty and alumni announce a reunion at Hedding College on June 10 inviting all former students to attend. Attendees should send current addresses to Prof. Ida Evans Haines in Abington Illinois and include married women maiden names. A programme and full plans will be sent to addresses provided.
The notice warns catarrh starts in the nasal passages affecting eyes ears and throat. It claims neglect leads to thick mucous discharge and headaches with ear noises and foul discharge. Ely's Dream Balm is promoted as the cure and a combined offer for two publications at two dollars.
H M Blossom of St Louis reports a severe influenza cough improved with Ballard's Horehound Syrup. He praises its efficacy and shares how a bottle cured him and relieved his sister. Price 50 cents, available at Dr Powell's. The notice also lists subscription offers for The Henry Republican and related papers.
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