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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1888
Page
2
The notice outlines subscription terms for Henry Republican: one dollar per year with cents in advance, extra postage beyond county, and renewal dates adjusted on payment receipt. It requests prompt address changes with old and new locations two weeks ahead and instructs payment by money order, draft, postal order, or registered letter to George Burt Jr.
The 10th district renominates Gen P. 8. Post for congress and Cyrus Bocock for Board of Equalization. Private Joe Fifer is named governor. L. B. Ray, I. N. Pearson, Charles Becker, O. W. Pavey, George Hunt hold key posts. University trustees J A Harker, F W McKay, A McLean, S A Ballard named. A strong ticket likely to win in November.
The La Balle Republican voices support for Judge Gresham as the GOP presidential choice, noting spontaneous popular momentum and delegates from several districts. It asserts he is aligned with national policy, loyal to the Union, and would enter office without patronage aims, making his nomination strong and timely.
A civic editorial urges unity for July 4th celebrations praising the nation’s promise of liberty and asylum. It calls for merchants and citizens to plan a memorable gala, welcoming immigrants and declaring independence from past oppression.
Mrs J J Moreland delivers keynote address at Freeport event marking 60 years of Odd Fellowship in the country. Germania Hall seats filled as Rebekah tableau and pantomime delight, with Dr W W Krape and Dr TV W Krape praising the ladies’ work and the speaker’s eloquence and mastery of “Rebekah Odd Fellowship.”
The Vermont Street M E church hosted a Blind Boone Concert company featuring Blind Boone and a talented lady vocalist. Review praised Boone’s expressive playing and the singer for earning encores. Organizers plan a return engagement at New Opera Hall on May 5 1886 with reservations at Zimmerman Aten’s Drug Store.
A public warning urges housewives to choose Royal Baking Powder, free from lime and alum, to prevent gradual poisoning. Government chemists report most brands contain harmful substances. Royal is touted as safer and more wholesome for bread, biscuits, and cakes.
The record lists April collections at Henry lock with daily and weekly totals for copper ore and canal tolls. It notes cargoes cleared to Chicago including corn wheat and oats and reports 81 boats passing the lock in the month. Also includes assorted ads and notices about travel tickets and remedies.
A letter to the editor promotes a cure for consumption claiming thousands cured and offers two free bottles to readers who mail their experience and address. Dr T A Slocum of New York signs the note and provides a New York address for correspondence.
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