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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1897
Page
3
A draft amendment to abrogate the Hawaiian reciprocity treaty is discussed in the special session. Senators propose transmitting to the Senate the consul-general in Cuba’s correspondence since the start of the war, a matter not previously published. The House has not acted, and adjournment occurred to May 3.
The widespread flood crisis leaves bottom lands under water from St. Louis to Hannibal. Banks in Heyworth and Hutchinson close, exposing $30,000 and more in liabilities. Fatal Brooklyn fire claims Myai Newell and two children and Mrs. Celia Barnett. Reports note Cuban business downturn and labor tensions as Kaiser war talk and flood damage impact rail, telegraph, and levee systems across several states.
Geo Barker moves family to W A Rowe house on Malo Street opposite Hartley's blacksmith shop. Mayor Warner of Peoria named night police captain. Various locals travel to Henry, Sparland, and Gulegburg for duties and events. Damaged text notes sales, shoe prices, and civic details. church events and new officials listed.
The article reports an arrest linked to the George Zenor assault and a spree of winter robberies in Hennepin-lest area. It mentions Aliie Webber of Scratoge township visiting the city, a herd disease case, a wedding notice, and mail office discussions at Thompson's Whitefield store.
On April 28 at 8 o clock in Mortimer the wedding of Dora Osman to Fred J. Mitchell was performed by Rev Colwell. The ceremony occurred in a quiet family setting with Dora guided by her nephew Walter Scholes to Mendelssohn’s march. The couple will reside in town after a reception with John H. Mitchell and wife and will start housekeeping in the Hang property.
A vintage ad explains sick stomachs and poor comfort. It promotes Shaker Digestive Cordial as a digestant and tonic that relieves indigestion, improves digestion of nourishing food, and reduces stomach discomfort with regular use. Trial bottle priced at 10 cents.
The Florid community reports a quiet period with hog sales at top market prices from L W Jenkins. Rev Campbell of Chicago preached at Florid last Sunday, delivering engaging sermons morning and evening. Harvey Larens plans a Peoria book trade move, Aarway departs as a fine worker, and a fatal brush fire accident claimed Mrs George Hetrick, leaving seven children and a bereaved husband.
An old advertisement proclaims Dr King's New Discovery as the best medicine for coughs colds consumption and related illnesses. It promises a guaranteed cure in all ages and recommends pairing with New Life Pills for stomach and bowel regulation. Free trial bottles are offered at Dr Powell's drug store.
An advertisement claims Ballard's Horehound Syrup relieves coughs throat chest and bronchitis and offers a money back guarantee if not satisfied. Sold by Powell with agents authorized to refund upon return.
An ad touts Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root as a superior kidney remedy for back pain, urinary issues, and aftereffects of alcohol. Instructions claim urine testing can reveal kidney trouble and offer a free sample bottle and pamphlet by mail, with the address to Binghamton New York.
The Henry Republican offers new subscribers several combo plans. Options include The Henry Republican with The Week-Dosen and other papers such as Farm News The Henry Republican The Weekly Inter Ocean and The Womankind at 2.00 total, or The Henry Republican The Weekly Inter Ocean and The Farm Journal at 2.00, plus additional bundles with The Business Guide at 8.2.00.
An old time medical pitch describes symptoms of liver trouble and claims Herbine cures liver stomach and bowel disorders. It asserts the liver is out of order and blood is poisoned with hot dry skin chills and fever and offers 75 cent price with free trial bottles at Dr Powell's.
Frank Wood builds an addition to his residence. W. Co. Bellis visits from Dwight to see friends and relatives. Local farmers re sow oats. Mrs J. M. Powers returns home after visiting relatives. Elijah Henkins and daughter visit A. P. Brown over Sunday. Brown joins them briefly. L. Case hosts cousin Joh from Crawford County Pa. they reunite after over 30 years.
The Woman's Club met Monday afternoon with Mrs Martha Deck hosting and Mrs Emma McDonough guiding a talk on household economics and the educated role of women. The discussion defended practical knowledge, health at home, ventilation, education, and culture, naming Mrs Henry Ward Beecher and Florence Nightingale as exemplars.
There is a class of people injured by coffee who now use Grain-o a new preparation made of pure grains that takes the place of coffee. It suits the most delicate stomachs and many cannot tell it from coffee. It costs 150 and 260 per package. Children may drink it with great benefit.
Fragmentary dialogue shows Chim Panzie and Challie discussing a breakup and a missed chance. The text appears to be a casual street scene with incomplete lines and missing context. No identifiable persons or organizations beyond the two named speakers.
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