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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1902
Page
6
Illinois fish law summary outlines allowed fishing methods and size limits. It lists restrictions by dam proximity dates April 16 to June 16 and specifies prohibited gear and catches including spears explosives and ice water fishing. Penalties include fines from 25 to 200 dollars per offense with half paid to the complainer.
Distressing kidney and bladder pain relief claimed by advertisers. The remedy is touted as fast acting for both men and women, relieving back pain and water retention almost immediately. Promoted by J. S. and I A Powell, druggists.
Delegates and alternates from Marshall County are listed for state convention in Springfield on May 8, congressional convention in Peoria on May 6, and senatorial convention in Minooka on May 16. Names include B L Monser Evans, C R Seoon La Prairie, Harry Marshall Steuben, J M Breen Bennington, R B Fort Lacon, George A Burt Henry, with numerous alternates and additional district representatives.
A mother with experience of illness urges using Chamberlain's Cough Remedy to prevent dangers from disease. She says her three children, including a three month old baby, remained plump and healthier than others after using the remedy, and credits it with easing their coughs. The notice promotes the remedy at Dr Poswell's City drug store.
Jno Sebastian of the Great Rock Island Route Chicago announces a free Colorado literature packet including a book titled Camping In Colorado. The work covers destination details camp equipment costs and practical guidance for inexpensive pleasures.
The Missouri congressman credits Electric Bitters with restoring his health after overwork and sleeplessness. He says the tonic relieved nervous tension and bodily weakness and calls it the best medicine sold at druggists with a guarantee at Dr Powell's City drug store.
Two reformatory prisoners Smith and Martin were wounded by gunfire during a disturbance at the Pontiac Reformatory on Tuesday April 22. Officers Woodward and Middy fired in pursuit as Smith and Martin attacked staff including Superintendent Mallory.
The Herald Transcript argues that four year real estate valuations in Central Illinois depress tax revenue. Since 1899 property values rose while assessments lag, keeping taxes at 1809 levels. Proponents claim 25 percent higher values warrant higher taxes, but reforms to annual reassessment face political resistance.
William James Ball born near Toluca Idaho August 14 1881 died April 20 1902 of heart failure. He was beloved for warmth and affection by many friends after a long search for health he returned from Hot Springs Arkansas. Funeral at home with Rev Charles W Dean and Rutland quartet. Toluca M W A escort grave service. sister Mrs Bayne of Henry attended.
Samuel Allerton, a millionaire packer, explains high meat prices as a simple result of supply and demand. He notes population growth and increased slaughter, with cattle numbers not keeping up, and claims industrial strength and consumer buying power push prices to twenty year highs. He dismisses blame on dressed beef dealers and touts medical liniment ads interlaced in the piece.
The Peoria presbytery elected delegates and alternates to the general assembly of the church. Delegates are Rev John Weston D D Peoria Rev B Y George Elmwood C E Sherman Green Valley and Dr W W Cart Peoria Alternates include Rev T G Townsend Dunlap Rev C E Freeman Ipaya Judge McCullough Peoria and Hiram Hunter Henry. The assembly convenes in New York on the third Thursday in May.
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