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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1895
Page
5
A long column rails against money worship and the wealthy, praising humble lives and warning that many rich men corruptly blend philanthropy with self serving ends. It recalls anecdotes from Kentucky and Florida, and notes social shifts, religious charity, and a biting view of tariff reform.
From Our Own Correspondent reports a week of House debate in Springfield with the civil service bill advancing to third reading after an 110 to 26 vote. An amendment exempting police with five years service failed. Poindexter remains in the 38th district as Gwynn concedes defeat. Other actions include the municipal suffrage bill and Kaiser's firearms proposal for youths under 14 failing on third reading. Needles resolutions on a new state constitution provoke acrimonious but inconclusive debate. Senate bills are read first time as committees pursue extensive work.
Congressman Hainer of Nebraska urges dairy farmers to rally against butter and oleo frauds. He cites lack of organized action and urges readers to contact Congress, state legislators, and send one dollar to the National Dairy Union. Holes in lobbying are highlighted as decisive in the upcoming 90 days.
A newspaper letter argues grippe is a deadly contagion on par with diphtheria. It urges quarantine and fumigation to curb spread, noting recurrence within families and potential lasting harms after recovery. The writer treats grippe as an infectious scourge warranting strict action.
Hood's Sarsaparilla is advertised as a blood purifier and nerve tonic claiming to restore strength and bodily vigor by nourishing nerves and tissues with pure blood. The ad emphasizes tired weak nervous conditions and urges using Hood's Bar saparilla to calm nerves and improve vitality.
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