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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1890
Page
2
Fragmentary note records an entry related to ePostomce atilenry and class Maurer. Key names appear garbled but indicate a second class designation and possible office or registry action.
A Times editor critique prompts a rebuttal arguing against free trade and tariff reductions. The piece cites wool prices, agricultural implements, and national finances from 1850 to 1860, noting deficits, debt, and investor behavior. It presses for protection and highlights prominent fortunes and international trade issues.
From Our Own Correspondent Washington reports Secretary Ruskin urging higher tariff rates on agricultural products to aid farmers. Other items note Pan American delegates’ Richmond trip, House judiciary probes into Southern courts, and local Henry county religious and commercial notices.
The Board of Education held its regular meeting after the school election with President Kirchman reelected. Duncan Campbell was chosen secretary. a resolution was adopted to study costs for a modern school building and report findings to guide future action.
Thousands suffer from heart strain caused by tea coffee tobacco and alcohol claims the heart weakens and may fail. The New Heart Cure by Dr Franklin Miles touted as remedy sold at Dr Powell's Drug Store. Goisel Schuman insured for 600 with Prairie State Beneficiary Association. Prohibition Convention of Marshall county postponed to May 10 at 7 p m in Lacon due to rain.
The marriage of August Doelzer and Mary Ann Green was celebrated at the M H parsonage after evening services, followed by a festive serenade from the Light Guard Band. The couple, now wed, plan to start life together at Doelzer's cottage amid family congratulatory goodwill. Samuel Croft purchased the Genenbush Farm near Freeport, a premier Harper county property, intended as a life home for the Singer family.
Report from Marion Kansas describes an orator from Wichita claiming many joints in town and youths obtaining a detention warrant to test him under oath. W R Payne allegedly admitted his statements were pure lies amid praise for Judge James by Republicans in the circuit.
The column lists Lane's Family Medicine promising cures for blood, fever, kidneys, constipation and wounds, with a 50 cent large package. It also features praise for St Patrick's Pills as a hepatic cathartic, sold by J W Niece. Additional items include a wedding at St Joseph's church, March 20, with details of the ceremony and reception, and brief notes on local trades, paintings, and upcoming stove delivery.
Sing A Belekel presents a program under Ladies Aid of the Church of Christ. Prof Stickel leads a lineup of vocal and instrumental numbers including duets by Hartnett and Mateer, Drake, Hannum and Worley, and a violin organ showcase. Curtain at 3 pm. admission 25 cents adults, 15 cents under 12.
Gov Fifer names Israel C. Pinckney as county judge to replace James promoted to the circuit bench. Pinckney, 74, is described as fully qualified and the appointment gives satisfaction. Assessors who received new books and blanks from the county clerk at St. Lac on will begin their duties today, May 10.
Jacob Hatzenbubler returned from an Ohio trip with a first class Short Horn heifer from Forbes Bros at Henry 128 miles from Chicago. Judges pronounced the stock superior in Michigan and Forbes Bros. expect to auction about 80 head at Waterloo about the end of June.
Advertises a nerve food and medicine claimed to rebuild wornout systems and cure fits headaches nervous prostration dizziness sleeplessness mouth pains and sexual troubles. Mentions John B filler of Valparaiso Indiana and J D Taylor of Logansport Indiana who reportedly gained 20 pounds in eight months. Claims free sample restorative medicines at Dr Powell's Drug Store and notes the paper was sent by a friend to encourage subscription.
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