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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1894
Page
7
Walter Scott handles exterior work for L. M. Lincoln while residents recount a rough week. New kid Oxfords shop and local repairs offer bargains. Community groups meet, furniture moves occur, and residents plan travel and returns.
Merchants advertise silk fabrics and harness for sale. Residents travel to Peoria for visits and millinery purchases. Henry lodge No 119 A F and A M to hold third degree work. Obituaries teased and social events noted including sermons and real estate transfers. The piece blends commerce, travel, society and clergy moves across Peoria and Henry.
Ellsworth Potter won his suit at Princeton last week with his father as attorney. damages sought against Henry J. Miller and J. L. Murphy for 8500. Dr Herrick of Florida is new in the region, gaining favor and practicing. Easter services and church notices, prices at Melick's, a new barn by Henry Seelye Sr with builder Michael Wigand, cemetery monuments by Devore & Fischer, and a children’s surprise party for Tommy Andrews are reported.
Robert N. Lee describes the Masonic funeral of Samuel as the largest gathering of the order he has seen. numerous lodges attended and the management of the crowd was praised. The column also notes family moves, a lecture by Hon. Judson Starr, church events, marriages, a house fire at Sparland, and community reactions.
Phares Anton Bebannesey of Damascus Syria will present an illustrated lecture in oriental costume with 15 performers. The program includes a wedding ceremony, biblical era costumes, Arabic singing, a Mohammedan call to prayer, and an oriental supper. Admission 25c, children 10c. testimonial from Rey J Evins supports the event.
A dated price list mentions Toas at 20c 400 60c 600 flour 85c to 1.15 Best syrups 35c sorghum 40c concern 3 for 25a panchos 2 for 250 Prones 3 pounds for 260 sugar low 26 Vogel sangs. Webb's Ticket Office 100 South Adams Peoria Illinois.
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