21 May 1874
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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1874
Page
1
The article argues prohibitory laws have varied results, citing cases of partial enforcement and success. It blames lack of manly support and cowardice among proponents for many failures, urging alignment of will with law. It includes local notes on school visits, hotel leases, and a Magnolia incident with masked men.
A rural tour shows farmers busy with corn planting and improving fruit prospects. A May party at Wheeler’s grove is planned for May 80. A new sand bar fishery run by Mr Wilson of Trenton sells fish cheaply. Local tradesmen like Hawkins and Condit are building and painting. A note on hardware bids from Bitchcock Mapes and closing out at N. & Small hints at local commerce. A mix of illnesses and community aid appears as residents face hardships.
The Peoria excursion on the Payette hosted by the M. E. sunday school is expected large with fares of 85 cents for under 13 and 1 dollar for adults. Past trips included a Henry excursion on the Fayette and a Lady Lee voyage with about 600 dollars in receipts.
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