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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1891
Page
2
The item notes Moore and Cockrell joining Gen Palmer and being elected on the first ballot. It mentions a claim that no males exist in the six New England states and provides a statistical list of livestock in the United States. The writing reflects period topics and peculiarities of the era.
Secretary Proctor intends to enlist 2000 Sioux Indians in the United States army 1000 scouts and the remainder private soldiers This move would mobilize all active young Sioux and aims to solve the Indian question for the tribe A New York Continent item notes a brain examination society membership pledge and a building contract shift involving A V Goltra Duke and planned business expansion commentaries follow.
A new Peoria to Chicago train started Monday March 9 with a Peoria pass at 9 58 am and a Chicago arrival at 2 24 pm. officials say the service strengthens the Rock Island route for travelers. County Superintendent Morgan held a school seance with 40 attendees. exams now include two new English curriculum options for teachers, with merit as the primary criterion. W M Lincoln, lessee of Undercliff, plans a summer campaign with a 2 per day or 10 per week rate. hunting gear will be complimentary for guests, who are promised a popular resort experience. As city elections approach, Republicans push for action to form a ticket. spring elections begin with school on April 4 and town on April 7, while mayor, clerk, and three aldermen will be chosen and licenses voted on. Terms of Mesars Paskell and Campbell expire, and the city may see candidates before the vote.
The Farmers Institute meeting of March std drew fewer farmers than hoped. The program covered profitable crops, education for youth, equal rights, finances, and the value of farmers associations. Talks by B C Vail, T W Stoner, and others stressed practical ideas for mutual benefit and urged wider attendance. Wx. M. BLoop, Secretary pro tem.
A reader argues against coeducation in academies and colleges. The piece contends that mixing boys and girls makes youths too familiar and distracted, leading to notes during class and misplaced priorities, though teachers note charming but problematic romances.
The writer laments modern youth behavior and gender interactions. He urges parental guidance, modest conduct, and a return to traditional childhood boundaries, noting incidents of affection and quarrel among schoolchildren and the influence of home life.
Advice on hog feeding to maximize profit through cheaper foods and balanced rations. Emphasizes grass and slops early, liberal corn near finishing, skim milk use, and exercise for muscle. Cites Wisconsin station experiments and farmer examples showing higher profits with mixed diets and large, well framed hogs.
An advertisement warns pneumonia and bronchitis kill one third of people and stem from neglecting a common cold. It promotes Ballard Horemountain Horehound Syrup as the best remedy for throat and lung troubles, urging readers to choose Ballard's and avoid other remedies.
Geo QO. Davis, a well known merchant and postmaster at Stt. Palestine, was in the city Monday. He attended Geo Koechler’s car race and left The Republican a job of printing. We are grateful for his favors and appreciation.
Dr Miles's Pills claim to regulate the liver stomach and bowels via the nerves. They purport to relieve biliousness bad taste torpid liver piles constipation and suit men women and children. A 60 dose bottle costs 25 cents with free samples at Powell's Drug Store. Henry Illsly Benjamin Loomis, a Scranton Iowa farmer, gave a pleasant welcome Thursday afternoon.
In Lacon last week, Mrs. Peter Holler was found shot in her home. The coroner's jury ruled murder, recommended no bail, and Peter Holler was jailed awaiting grand jury action with evidence pointing to him while the revolver lay by the body. Deceased about 60, husband about 40.
An advertisement touts Ballard's Snow Liniment as a universal remedy for rheumatism neuralgia sprains cuts and burns with a claim it relieves long standing cripples. It lists price at 50 cents and notes J E F A Powell as agent. The column mentions Samuel Moles visiting relatives at Whitefield Corners and a family birthday celebration for Grandpa Ruonell on March 5th.
The note extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as a preferred spring medicine to purify blood and aid kidneys and liver, claiming it strengthens the whole body and helps cure various ailments. A Riverside California report mentions heavy rains, washed-out bridges, mail delays, orange tree plantings, property turnover, and local residents recovering from illness.
The Drummond Medicine Co offers 3300 reward for any rheumatism case not cured by Lightning Remedy with one bottle for ordinary cases and a refund if cure fails. Bottle price is 5 dollars. Also notes Rescue steamer season between Peoria and Henry, with Mr York as master, and promotes Old Saul's Catarrh Cure at 25 cents.
A reader reports arranging to receive Chicago morning papers on the Rock Island line. A severe catarrh attack left him deaf until Ely's Cream Balm cured him in three weeks. Also notes a pension increase claim agent fee and a Senate House funding dispute.
Mrs Reynolds of Mayfield Kentucky recommends St Patrick’s Pills calling them superior to any she has used. She says they are reliable, gentle in action, and leave the system in splendid condition. They are marketed as a cathartic for liver disorders and are sold by J W Niece.
The supervisors were in session at La Con this week with no special items called up. Proceedings will be provided next week.
The advertisement touts Bucklen's Arnica Salve as the best treatment for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fevers sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions with a promise of curing piles or money refunded. It is priced at 26 cents per box and sold at Dr Powell's drug store.
Several papers presented at the Farmers Institute in the city last week will be published in upcoming issues of The Republican.
A claimed patent remedy called Dyatic Cure for rheumatism and neuralgia touts rapid action in 1 to 8 days with immediate symptom relief after the first dose. The ad notes the treatment costs 76 cents and is sold by Dr Powell. Samuel McAfee has moved into the city from Lone Tree and resides at the Camp tenement on Western avenue.
Married at Lacon on February 2 by L C McMurtrie Everett Rowley wed Henrietta D At Henne fo March 1 at the residence of J E Tavior Ray Roy W T Kerr officiant Grorae Null and A Newport, both residents of Putnam county.
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