Tragic City Fire Kills Vera Bell At Bell Home
A fatal January fire at the Bell residence on South Wirt Street claimed Vera Bell, four, after she ignited her clothes with matches left by an absent mother. Elias Herr smothered the flames but could not save her. the inquest blamed accidental ignition. Community mourns as funeral and local support follow.
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Chronicle
Our City
Charles Bell
South Wirt Street
Elias Herr
Swemn
Vera
Altho
Rey A. K.tullis
Jesus
Susie
Pearl Thompson
Jessie Daniels
Mamie Kraus
H. H. Kirchman
J. P
B. Yaeger
Edward Myers
James Chambers
G.W. Warren
John Tomascon
Harley Guyre
Dr Swem
Vera Bell
First steps in human progress Stone Age talk
The Chautauquans heard Dr DuFour discuss the Stone Age life of early peoples, focusing on metal use absence, stone tools, and their artistry. Pictures and actual stone implements from early Indian inhabitants of the state enhanced the engaging lesson.
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DuFour
Public Library Urged Support in Henry City
The Henry Public Library, run by the Woman's Club, seeks funds to expand its 800 volumes and 2000 annual circulation. A public exhibition with Rev R L Campbell donating services will feature an illustrated lecture and stereopticon show on May 21 at the Presbyterian church.
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Nicholas
Christian Church
Ladies Aid of the Christian Church
Barton
Putnam
Wray
Campbell
Lillian Powers
Plains of Peace
Presbyterian Church
R. L. Campbell
Presbyterian Sunday School
Sterling
Epworth League
The
All Waters
Hannum
Turney
James R. Stead
Congregational
Lacon
Robert L. Campbell
Henry
Sister City
L. G. Laundenberger
Council of Ministers
Steinway Hall
Chicago
Springfield
Philadelphia
M. Sc
League
W. Ayling
Galva
Kewanee
Ayling’s
Magnolia
Dwighton
Holy City
Edna Powers
H. W. Thiele
Galesburg
New Church House of Worship
Rey Landenberger
Swedenborg
Children’s Home and Aid Society
New Church Society
Temple
J L. G. Landenberger
Phebe Vail
C. Bidwell
Treasury
Ladies Union
E. Louise Helper
Maria L. Davis
Maude
George Burt
O. H. Tyler
J.H. Williams
Polly Davis
J.S. Saul
Illinois Association
Landenberger
ST Joan’s Church
Wyoming
Elizabeth A. Payne
St Luke’s
B. F. Fyffe
Father McLean
Miss Kelloge
Co. A
Rey Cambell
Boys Brigade
Della Simpson
Paul Burkhart
Miss Powers
Ormand Andrews
Tommy Andrews
Mrs Carpenter
Roy Campbell
Miriaut Locke
Jesus
Woman's Club
Carnagie
May Festival Recital by Miss Kellogg's Pupil Choir
Large Henry town audience recalls Miss Zella Kellogg's piano pupils recital at Thacker & Son piano. Forty seven pupils trained by Kellogg. only part performed with vocal and piano numbers. Allen Williams and Thomas Andrews the two boy pianists. Lee Lincoln assisted stage. A Maypole song and drill by eight girls featured with Emily Fawcett on piano weaving ribbons. Stage decor included white bunting palms and lilacs. recital deemed a success.
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Henry
Zella Kellogg
Allen Williams
Thomas Andrews
Lee Lincoln
Emily Fawcett
Thacker & Son
Kellogg
Thero
New Great South American Kidney Cure Promises Quick Relief
Relief in six hours for distressing kidney and bladder disease. Claims prompt relief of pain in bladder kidneys and back for men and women. Supposedly relieves water retention almost immediately. Sold by J. E. and F. A. Powell, druggists. 6m
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J. E. and
F. A. Powell
New Railroad Advances Through Henry Preparations Begin
Indications point to a successful new railroad through Henry. Judge Martin and engineers visited, council granted right of way across alleys, and a land purchase committee was formed. Expect trains to run west through Henry in six to eight months as civic support grows. Marshall County Medical Society met at Lacon with Henry doctors presenting, Dr. Boal age 96 participated, and Dr. Hendrick named delegate to the Quincy state meeting.
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Henry
Magnolia
Martin
Topeka
Humphrey and
Hoskell
Humphrey
R. R. Co
Magnelix
Porterfield
Illinois River
Bickerman, Camp and Green
R. R
Henry West
Marshall County Medical Society
Lacon
Jones
Forrest
Swein
Robi. Boal
Hendrick of
Quincy
Stand Like a Stone Wall Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Ad
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve touted as cure for itching eczema and skin diseases. Claims quick relief for ulcers sores burns and rashes with 25c at Dr Powell's City Drug Store. Marion Locke to represent Presbyterian C E society at Havana district FE meeting next Friday Saturday Sunday.
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Bucklen
Earth
Dr Powell
City Drug Store
Marion Locke
Presbyterian C. E. Society
Havana
C. FE
Ise
Fitch's Laundry Advertises Delivery Service
When it is well done it is done at Fitch's Laundry. Dyeing and cleaning offered. Schaefer Agent will call for and deliver laundry to any part of the city. Telephone 120.
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FITCH
Schaefer
Electric Bitters Promised To Cure Malaria
The ad touts Electric Bitter as a cure for malaria and related ailments found in the Great Dismal Swamp and marshy grounds. It claims the product prevents typhoid and cites a testimonial from John Charleston of Byesville, Ohio. Available at Dr Powell's City drug store for 40 cents with guaranteed satisfaction.
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Chamberlain
H. R. Phelps
Plymouth
Oklahoma
Dr Powell
City
Virginia
John Charleston
Byesville
Dr Powell’s City
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