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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1914
Page
3
The Chi-Namel Expert will demonstrate Monday and Tuesday, March 23 and 24, showing how to make floors look like new hardwood, hide blemishes, and customize color. There is no obligation to buy. Demonstration aims to show uses of wood finishing products by T. J. Segraves druggist Henry Ill.
Henry area and Sparland report visitors and visits from Frank transacting business, Benj Gallup and Edna Zellhofer among others. Local events include Sparland Chautauqua dates July 16 to 21, Pi Beta Gamma Irish program March 17, and league services starting Sunday. A large M. E. church lecture by A. M. Lochwitzky captivates attendees. Epworth League color social features postmaster Frank Van Antwerp in a colorful outfit.
Farm supplies offer machinery and tools for farm use including Case and Moline plows planters implements International wagons manure spreaders Schroeder grain dumps dairy cream separators Peoria power washing machine cowboys tank heaters wire fencing buggies whips oils greases husking pegs pumps and tanks a specialty.
Tetter salt rheum and eczema are cured by Chanerlain's Salve. On application it relieves the itching and burning sensation, offering swift relief for sufferers of the irritation and discomfort.
Miss Reba Longman of Lacon spent the weekend with her sister Mrs. Lichstaedt. Mr. and Mrs. W. G. Stevenson visited Syrus Root’s home before heading back to Minnesota. Mrs. Ellen Wierman of Toulon stayed with sister Mrs. Ellsworth Weekley. John Lowe was in Poria late last week. Mary Kunkle visited friends in Lacon, and Mrs. Hastings spent the weekend with Chillicothe kin. The Epworth League hosted a surprise for Mr. and Mrs. Otto Hichstaedt Thursday evening.
A household advice note urges mothers to guard health of themselves and children against coughs and colds. It praises Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as prompt effective and safe for use with kids and notes it is sold by all dealers.
Mr and Mrs Fred Ely hosted Fred Schupps home Sunday while Frank Miller visited the Wishall residence Saturday. Harry Holler helps James Muleany with spring work as Benny Hunt recovers at his parents home. Mrs Pride and daughter Billa traveled to Sparland to visit relatives and called on the DeWalt family. Miss McGee joined them to Sparland then to Lacon for weekend visits.
A Rexall Olive Oil Emulsion advertisement claims the tonic builds strength and health by enriching blood and nourishing nerves. It stresses no habit forming drugs, guarantees satisfaction or cost, and notes availability at over 7000 Rexall stores, including Henry, Illinois, through A. J. Ironmonger, druggist.
A attic fire at H F E Crady residence was quickly subdued after Mrs Crady alerted neighbors. Minor damage about $50. Local shifts include neighbors moving, farm rentals, and Mrs Epley visiting relatives. The Lawn Ridge Amateur Dramatic Club announces a March 18 performance of Her Gloves at the Congregational church. An advertisement touts Chamberlain’s Tablets for stomach and liver issues with endorsements from I N Stuart.
Central Illinois held a large shooting event at Camp Grove Gun Club last Thursday with two professionals and twelve amateurs. The complete scores show professionals Amman 95 87 and Stannard 95 87. amateurs include Swearengen 150 1438 and Nelson 150 127, McMullen 150 113, Loper 71, Mellor 93, and Holmes 150 132.
Saratoga items report Miss Maybelle Hauger caring for an ill mother, Mrs. Bishop of Peoria visiting, Mary Diverbiss improving though still ill with a birthday on the 11th. Local moves include Wiegan to Martin home, Otis Sarver to Thumma home, Van Ostrand family moving to Tilbury Canada, and Charles Thumma plus Eddie Neubalsen helping settle. Wm. Kelley returns from Laurens with Thumma and Harry after three-car trip. Duffield children staying with A. W. Holmes, Fleta Kelley visiting her brother, Frank Baker visiting Henry.
No substitutes were sent for Royal Baking Powder, which is a pure cream of tartar powder. The message warns against alum-based substitutes and urges resisting any substandard alternatives offered by grocers.
Sunday visitors gathered at several homes including the Lidgard and Piper households while Mr. Mattingly plans a move east of Whitefield. A honeymoon trip ended with a charivari and a large reception at Chesney Sr. for the Chesney Jr. wedding. A local man named Doty suffered a severe kick to the face from a horse but is recovering. The Ladies Aid met and packed a box for Evanston Orphanage, with Minnie Minier and Edgar Snyder visiting nearby Kasbeer.
Estate of Bridget Martin probate petition granted. Mary Ellen Terry to receive letters testamentary after oath and $900 bond. Multiple estates, hearings, and executors named. Anthony cases include James L Stratton claim, Harriet M Green probate, Fred W Potter executor, Hiram Hubbard probate hearing set for March 23, and James Briscoe discharge. Real estate transfers, guardian reports, and marriage licenses listed with several parties and locations.
Adolph Jungelaus aged 38 of Cedar Rapids Iowa and Hallie M Bruder 20 of Wenona. Births: to Thomas B E Nightwonger and wife of Sparland a son. To Frank Sendlebach and wife of Henry a son. To Frederick Clarence and wife of Henry a daughter. To William Baer and wife of Henry a son.
An old advertisement promotes Kickapoo Worm Killer as a remedy for children's worm infections and symptoms such as bad breath and pallor. It claims expulsion of seat and pin worms, with a laxative effect and candy form for children. Sold by Kickapoo Indian Medicine Co. in Philadelphia and St. Louis for 25 cents.
Mrs Wilbur Ervin of Morse visited her parents Monday. Mrs Henry Churchill spent last week with relatives in Peoria. Mrs Anna Tyne of Providence visited John Poff on Sunday. Miss Mary Cadell of Akron stayed with Miss Laura Brown over Sunday. A B Dawson of Putnam visited Broadmoor relatives Saturday. Robert Conover went to Missouri on business. Mrs Morgan Myers of Camp Grove visited friends nearby. C B Shimer of Minneapolis stayed with his aunt Mrs A W Shriver for a couple days last week.
A local Henry Illinois ad touts Harmony Hair Beautifier as the rage among home women for glossy hair and Harmony Shampo o for cleansing. The ad claims no oil, no color change, and a quick rinse, with bottles featuring ornamental tops. Sold at Rexall stores and Henry by A J Tronmonger, druggist.
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