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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1889
Page
4
A reflective poem on domestic discord caused by small delays and petty quarrels. It stresses patience and gentleness, noting God and angels understand better than humans, and that self restraint preserves the home from everyday strife.
An essay urging American families to prioritize simple home amusements over public life. It argues that reading aloud, shared books, and encouraging children to read aloud can create lasting pleasure, cultivate better morals, and provide a reliable, low-cost source of joy within the home.
A Victorian essay extols home centered amusements such as backgammon, checkers, dominos, gardening, and outdoor activities. It argues these simple pleasures strengthen family bonds, cultivate filial love, and foster noble character, while providing innocent relaxation and lifelong memories.
Notes of the election report several towns electing women mayors and councils. Oskaloosa re elected 118 woman mayor and council. Mrs Lucy Sullivan named mayor of Baldwin City. Cottonwood Falls chooses Mrs Minnie Morgan with a full women council. Clay Center reports 172 women registered to vote. Newton sees Clara Bowman elected to the board of education. Equal suffrage gains praised by suffragists as support grows daily.
The Illinois Iowa Minnesota and Missouri routes display vast service from Chicago to Denver Council Bluffs and Kansas City with palace coaches dining cars and rapid transfers. The Short Line via Beneca and Bankaerke links Cincinnati Indianapolis to Minneapolis St Paul and beyond with elegant coaches and frequent daily runs. Tickets maps and information available at coupon ticket offices or from E St John general manager.
The Henry Republican Steam Printing Office announces subscription terms and rates. Readers are reminded of weekly publication days and that orders for large jobs from abroad are welcome with high quality at reasonable prices.
Local notices list frequent monthly gatherings for Masonic and related groups. Entries detail meeting nights for Clayton Lodge 312 Sparios area clubs, A R Poset 4 Henry, W R C 2, Ladies groups, Modern Woodmen of America, and other social organizations with times often weekly or biweekly in G. A. B. post rooms and school houses.
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