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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1898
Page
2
The month favors Spaniards and Admiral Deway crops with planting underway. Corn at 30 cents prompts many farmers to sell their corn. Nicholson & Co bought large lots after the price rise. Continuous rains hinder spring farm operations and cold weather adds to the slowdown.
The Spanish flotilla sails toward Puerto Rico as the North Atlantic Squadron readies to meet them with about four times the heat of Manila. The Spanish fleet comprises eighteen vessels including four armored cruisers, three torpedo boats, two transports, and boat destroyers.
The North Atlantic Squadron under Osot Sampson readies ships to blockade Cuba and faces the Spanish Fleet. Vessels include battleships Iowa Indiana armored cruiser New York monitors Parissan ferro Amphi trite gunboats Nashville Castine Machias Wilmington Helena cruisers Detroit Cincinnati Marblehead torpedo boats Cushing Ericsson Dupont Foote Winslow Porter Mayflower.
Representative Joseph V. Graff of the 4th district says he will not seek reelection stating private business interests as the reason. He has served two terms and represents part of Tazewell County and an adjoining district. The district has swung between parties, and Republicans hope for victory with a strong candidate and organization.
The town erupted in a blaze of glory last Monday with brass bands and a drum corps leading Old Glory down the street. A large crowd cheered while cannons boomed and fireworks lit the night as speeches by Clover, Kinnear, and Forrest echoed patriotic spirit.
The Mason County Republican Convention held in Havana on May 2, 1898 adopted resolutions praising Congressman Joseph V. Graff for conservatism and integrity and endorsing his reelection. Delegates pledged to support McGraff if Graff declines to run.
A meeting at CR Wheeler's home near Yitnam discussed forming a local telephone company. Albert Stickel elected president and A Bracken secretary. charter members listed. The group plans lines west to Wm Bracken and east to T Fogarty with a ring to Marshall and Putnam County. Next meeting set for May 14 at Albert Stickel's. Sterrett & Camp of Henry Telephone Co attended to discuss long distance lines for possible adoption.
Henry O Louis of West Putnam wed Miss Henrietta Leichter of this city in a 9 o clock morning ceremony at St Marys Catholic church. Rev Fr Gerhards officiated with nuptial Mass and benediction. The couple will settle into domestic life with many useful presents and blessings from relatives.
Tizra and John Teagarden of Boulder Colorado show interest in Colorado mining. John Teagarden is named superintendent, treasurer and assayer for Wood Mountain Mining Co with capital stock of 3 million dollars. The article notes his mining expertise and dedication without salary, and mentions other local notices on Gold Folder publications and personal farewells.
Abraham Anderson born in Green Co Pennsylvania August 8 1828 died after a long illness. He married Pleasant Wright on October 19 1850 and moved to Illinois with family in 1851 settling near the Bone Tree settlement. He was a longtime Christian church member and a generous neighbor. Funeral at the Christian church with Elder Parker officiating. He leaves a wife seven children two sisters and two brothers and many relatives and friends. Also noted are obituaries for John Hoge and Mrs G W H Gilbert with details of their deaths and survivors.
In a May 2 1808 message W J Davis asserts no intent to injure competitors or drive them out of business. He explains limits on selling lumber at cost and promises lowest legitimate prices with fair treatment and invites inquiries.
Purports to heal cuts bruises sores ulcers tetter chapped skin and more with a money back guarantee. Sold by Dr Powell at 2 cents per box promising perfect satisfaction or refund. The ad markets a universal salve claim and price.
Balance on hand 2 1805 54. New council called to order by Mayor Paskell with present aldermen. Saloon license bonds read for several applicants and approved. Rail excursions to Springfield described with 100000 people, Troop L Camp Tanner letters and farewell notes. Local notices include obituaries, home heating furnace, and Pabst's Malt extract promo amid a busy newspaper page.
A regular meeting of the council held in the council chamber at 8 p m May 2 1808 with present Myer to Paskell and others. Vouchers were read and accepted. annual treasurer’s report read and placed on file. Mayor Paskell appointed Motter nightwatch Gilpin fire marshal Cromwell town send Smith Leavitt. appointments confirmed. Committees named finance ordinances grounds and building streets and walks fire and water license electric lights. Meeting adjourned.
John Ford asks how many Spanish flags a man should learn to display to prove patriotism without war. He notes if Admiral Sampson surpasses Commodore Dewey’s feat at the Philippines on May 1, many flags would be burned and Ford would have help in burning them.
A Biloxi, Mississippi family residing in the south six years will relocate this summer to Henry and occupy the furnished mansion of Mrs A B Hughes on Western Avenue. The gentleman’s dame is A S Walliams, with wife and three children. Williame is a popular avenue name.
The fragment references a Washington Star line about cooling temper and delay, contrasted with a quarrel over a second marriage from the New York Evening Journal. It notes a dispute about figures and a remark about being found unacceptable, highlighting dateless newspaper chatter and signposts of era journalism.
The Chicago Record notes a spinster’s reflections on men she could have married, hinting at regret and choices told beneath the rose in a reflective mood.
Special: Victory-is-ours week offers from Hutchins Henry's store feature model hats borinets silk waists dress goods and gowns. The ad touts low prices on gloves hosiery undergarments lace curtains draperies and best shoe values with $1.25 to $3 ladies shoes and wall paper and carpets at sale prices.
Fragmented OCR reads advertise provisions such as butter hoge live shipments and new grades, indicating a sale or market note with scattered product names and vague pricing hints. No clear dates or entities are readable.
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