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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1902
Page
2
A cynical discourse on using money to obtain a healthy baby, arguing that a woman’s desire for a wealthy, handsome child overlooks the priority of health as a gift to herself. The text urges mindful care and well being over pursuit of status or price.
The Lacon Journal notes strong town support for Henry during interscholastic contests, urges rules to curb gambling and coach involvement, and warns a move to end athletic competition though literary events may continue. Henry dominates prizes while other towns protest methods and jealousy grows.
The 44th annual Illinois State Sunday School Association convention met in Sterling on May 18 1902. The opening sessions featured executive committee work, praise, prayer, and reports from county and state officers. H R Clissold was elected president and addressed the gathering alongside Rev Theo Craw. The General Secretary reported strong participation and rising Sunday school metrics, with totals for counties, schools, teachers, and scholars, while noting reporting gaps and a need for deeper consecration and missionary revival.
An ad copy claims people gain a pound daily by taking an ounce of Scott's Emulsion. It asserts the ounce starts digestion, enabling the patient to digest and absorb ordinary food, leading to flesh gain as a health necessity.
Reports detail a packed Music Hall and Congregational church sessions led by Rev Potts and Rev Bannen, with lectures by Alfred Day and Minnie Murfree-Burton. Highlights include fundraising of 100.05, policy talks on spiritual life and teaching methods, and a concluding address by President Clissold amid praise for Sterling hospitality.
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