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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1897
Page
3
The Henry community reports on local travels, sales, and social events including visits from Mrs M. Heininger and Mrs J. Schrepfer, a magnolia telephone meeting, obituaries, church services, and upcoming horse sales. Residents pass on family updates, repairs, and local business changes with notes on nearby towns and the weather.
J Watercott Co buyers Mrs D Watercott and Miss Mary Loulé travel to Chicago to select spring millinery and fancy goods for a Grand Spring Opening on April 6 7 and 8. Stock promised will be better and cheaper, aiming at Easter trade with the finest exhibit yet seen in Henry.
Clara Sleater departs for Chicago to select stock for H. H. Hutchins store. Local merchants celebrate spring with handsome window and wallpaper displays. A fire incident at Mrs. M. A. Reiser’s wash house warns gasoline hazards and emphasizes safety, while Dr Pershing takes over nearby practice. Regular lodge and club meetings noted with community updates.
The Ladies Aid Society of Putnam extends thanks to the Y. P. C. B. of the Congregational church at Henry for their royal entertainment during the convention visit.
After April 1 a large barn will be for rent suitable for six horses and hay. Inquire Charles Trunnel at Melick's meat market for details. Also notice timber and lumber services offered by W. J. Davis Saw Mill Henry Il. All text reflects the era’s commerce notices.
The Democrats of Whitefield will convene a caucus at the town hall on Saturday March 20 1897 to nominate candidates. Full attendance is desired. Committee members urge all party supporters to participate.
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