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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1882
Page
1
Patrons praise B A Kline's Hardware for selling Acorn stoves noted as the best, with lower prices than peers. The boss promises easier butter production from cream, claiming their churns outperform others.
A persuasive ad extols Brown's Iron Bitters as a universal tonic for strength to work, study, regulate a household, and perform daily labor free from pain. It claims the product can revive energy when life feels overwhelming and supports robust health through a proven tonic.
A Baltimore resident recounts a long war injury from a shell hit that left chronic stomach trouble and refusal of food. After years of illness the person tried Brown's Iron Bitters and reports improvement after two bottles, now eating and moving about better.
An advertisement touts Brown's Iron Bitters as a complete non alcoholic tonic that strengthens weakness and cures various diseases. It claims to enrich the blood, renew muscle vitality, and restore nerve tone.
The town shakes up with a flotilla of plans including a 50 foot long political aceos display and river pile driving set for the 20th. Local businessmen form a marble and granite partnership and rook up stock to expand next spring. A charity performance at Rose's Hall aids Sisters of Mercy while weddings, travels, and reinvestments fill the social calendar.
Notices from Sparland town indicate an oyster supper at Whitefield Baptist on Friday night November 3 to raise funds for church repairs. Other items mention Wade leaving Christian church, nine new members, a Henryville butcher shop plan, relocations, and local social notes including Aunt Becca Haeselton visiting Princeton.
Wenena discusses silent months due to campaigning thoughts, mentions promising votes for four candidates, and awaits the next race. Friction over a boy's arm at the fair leads to a dispute about fracture claims, while a jury awards Motenbank a small amount. A coal shaft line update and a delivered oration on Athensinas conclude the fragment.
A fragmentary essay itemizes community events. It mentions a meat market established by Mesars Brown and Hantum for twice weekly sales at Cyrus Brown's residence. Socials at Mrs Ramsey's. Miss Ollie Ramsey teaches in the McDonnough district. Moses Hartley to speak for the temperance club at Center Church, Navy. Several pupils attend schools in Lacon and Henry. Attendees at Henry include George Holanger at Sparland, Miss Lu Evans and Boil Diehl at Lacon, and Williem Boan cer. The Whitefield circuit is led by Rov Mr Rinson this year. A temperance meeting at Saratogs with Ed Hannum, Spellman, Cyrus Brown, and Moses Hartley.
Varna reports visiting dignitaries and residents abroad last Sabbath in Washington. Mrs D Kohler and Mr Julia Disosaway attend events. Mrs E Maleham at golden wedding in Wenona. Clay Litte’s new residence praised. Rose Anderson visits Hattie Myers. a stranger at American House ill with typhoid. Rev Kern not continuing pastoral work. M E church seeking a new minister. Clemmen Kennedy to open another meat market. Mrs J B Davis and daughter visiting Benson.
The Putnam census reports no deaths and marriages rising, with courtships and social pursuits expanding. Notices cover engagements, local arrests, and legal matters, plus updates on Undercliff development, visitors, and town residents including families, couples, and out-of-town arrivals.
Reports ink a capture of travel through the northwest by Sidney White, W H Wheeler, and Dr Moreland. Thomas Hailigan monument and Real monument in the Catholic cemetery west of town praised. William Thomas returns from Jacksonville, local politics warming. Citizens urged to straighten routines, some mischief at night. Jane Fell returns to Lostant to visit sister, Murphy Bros prepare to leave Wenona. Farmers husking season active, corn yields promising. locals plan to improve business climate and welcome new residents.
Mr and Mrs A Speer of Hennapin celebrated their 25th anniversary with a Saturday evening surprise hosted by about 60 to 70 friends despite bad weather. Lawyer Turner presented gifts including a silver spoon holder, sugar bowl, creamer, pickle castor, butter dish, and more. The gathering featured music and a social meal.
Rev E O Wayman and family arrive at Chillicothe parsonage greeted warmly by many church members. A public social reception at Thomas Bartin's residence on the 24th drew over 100 congregants and citizens, signaling a hopeful outlook for the ministry.
A new book by Jeriah Bonham, former citizen and veteran writer, recounts early state settlement and progress. The volume promises about 400 pages, fine illustrations, and subscriber edition at 2.50 dollars.
A vintage notice asserts Electric Bitters cure bilious fever and malaria and resolve stomach and kidney complaints where other remedies fail. It claims reliability, lists price at 60 cents a bottle, and credits Drs Owenwell. The ad also mentions Parker's Hole Balsam for premature grayness with emphasis on its scent.
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