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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1891
Page
3
A compact survey of varied topics from industry and politics. It mentions wealth figures tied to Chicago figures, oyster shipments from the Chesapeake, Italy's construction plans, and European harvest concerns. It also notes doctors adopting white hats for coaches, large Canet naval guns tested, coal dust explosion studies, and U.S. moves toward popular presidential elections and native American officer requirements on ships.
Smeeca Wilkinson of Brownsvailey says three years of nervous weakness and indigestion vanished after using South American Nervine. She credits the remedy with complete cure and calls it the most wonderful nerve medicine, sold by J. E. Farrwell & Co. Druggists in Henry Ill.
Friday morning a home of John Culligan on Edward Street burned with all contents lost except clothing. doused wood shed saved little. Shortly after, Prof Koch’s barn was destroyed by a blaze discovered by his daughter. a quantity of tools and a barn full of hay were consumed. Saturday evening a small store fire at Joe Jones & Son’s dry goods caused damage before control. grenades used as aid. Firewise talk and call for a volunteer company follow.
The Henry editor notes several horse buyers visiting Henry amid a thriving draft-horse trade. He argues local breeders should cross to top-quality strains to attract greater demand, citing historic sires and the need for rapid improvement to compete with Bloomington.
A letter extols long lived Messenger type horses and the value of draft stock. It argues buyers will seek strong horses regardless of origin, noting better prices and steady demand, and suggests Henry area could supply enough horses to keep a buyer constantly in town. Signed T. W. Stongenr.
Local druggists JEL and FF A Powell promote Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption Dr King’s New Life Pills Bucklen’s Arnica Balm and Electric Bitters. They claim universal satisfaction and offer a refund if buyers are not satisfied, asserting lasting popularity earned by merit.
The obituary recalls Mrs Carson who died after a long Christian life. Her oldest son from St Paul arrived at her bedside two days before death, and her twin sister came six hours prior. She quoted Bible psalms, gave each family member a word of advice, urged faithfulness, and wished all to be saved. Services were at Friends church Greenville. burial at Douglas Center cemetery.
The old city council met May 4 1891 with Mayor F Paskell presiding. Minutes were read and approved as were bills submitted by committees and ordered paid, including salaries, clerk fees, street work, and park posts. Treasurer's April report showed a balance of 1444.08 and was approved. the retiring mayor bid farewell to the council.
The mayor elect Jos N Kronz and Aldermen elect Henry D Watercott Eugene If Uutchies and Alex Beone filed their acceptance and oath of office. Bonds for officials were approved and Mayor Kronz delivered a brief address outlining city interests. Officers appointed include city marshal J P Bush nightwatch Elias UWerr chief engineer Frank Krenz gre wardens W E Clark Jos Schick and Dr W H Jones with B F Forrest as bonds watch. saloon license set at 500 payable in advance or semi annually, adjournment set for two weeks.
This remedy claims to cure rheumatism neuralgia sprains cuts bruises burns frosted feet sore throat and sore chest. It penetrates to the seat of the disease and is said to restore mobility even after years of crippling. Price 60 cents. J E and F A Powell agents.
A advertised druggist offers Dr Kings New Discovery for consumption and other throat and chest ailments with a guarantee to relieve or refund purchase price. Trial bottle free at Powell's drug store.
The column laments closing the Wenona school this Thursday while praising teachers and a new road grader. It portrays a paradox where farmers push liquor licenses to fund the school, criticizing moral shifts and the lone Quaker who sided with saloons amid town tensions.
A reader reports long standing foatar rhinitis improved with Ely's Cream Balm and notes partial smell recovery and renewed hearing. Local items mention Henry assessor Raymonder’s 15th year in office, marbles players with mumps, and Hood's Sarsaparilla praised by a Tiakilwa housewife for health and energy.
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