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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1889
Page
3
A midnight panorama of disasters and incidents. Shipwrecked captains near New York, a brutal wintry blizzard driving cattle from Colorado, fires, murders, and a Johnstown recovery tally. Public debt declines, terror brawls in Jersey, and a New York mayoral ban on street bands. Lincoln’s tomb visit and Pan American excursionists feature amid crime trials and a Cronin case update.
A sprawling 1889 dated digest notes events across the United States and abroad. It mentions political shifts with North Dakota and South Dakota statehood, a Cronin murder trial update, railway and industrial accidents, fires, and a blizzard causing multiple deaths. It also covers crime, births, and unusual incidents with various named places and people.
The report notes a woman named Tyromas Homan aged fifty, who hanged herself in Milford Indiana on the fourth after a spell of distress. It also mentions reports from Greenwood Simpson's employer Dr Noble and an earthquake festival in Charleston South Carolina. A fishing steamer boiler explosion near Hereford Delaware fatally scalded the engineer and two firemen.
L A Russell of Cleveland announces himself as a candidate for Ohio governor. James Epwanp Calhoun of Abbeville S C dies at ninety three, once the richest South Carolina landowner and hermit. Joan Plankinton of Milwaukee paralyzed on the first. Benjamin A Jones, founder of the pony express, dies at Newburg NY aged seventy. Rev Dr L Van Boekelen Ep is found dead in bed with heart failure at seventy five. Hmax Crimson, War of 1812 veteran, dies at Niles Michigan aged ninety three. Mantape Avyan of Florence Arizona Territory reported aged one hundred twelve. North Dakota legislature summoned to meet at Bismarck November 19. New state officers sworn in on the 4th. Montana canvassing board reports Republican ticket victorious except Toole for governor. Republicans hold eight-seat majority in the Legislature. Ex Mayor Seta Law of Brooklyn accepts presidency of Columbia College New York. Groonar M S Barnes Chicago journalist dies at Galesburg aged sixty five.
The report notes the death of M Tsewennischiveski in St Petersburg and provides scattered updates from Winnipeg and Glasgow. It includes Baker and Howell securing Gillette’s confession fragment about Dr Cronin’s murder, alleging Burke and others planned the crime over blood money in a banking district room. Also mentions a Guatemala revolution end and a fatal wall collapse in Glasgow that crushed fifty girls. Miscellaneous letters from Stanley and dates in Victoria are reported as received.
A large meeting at the Fifth Avenue Hotel forms the Grand Council of the Brotherhood of Baseball Players. They draft a public address denouncing the National League as profit driven, call for fair play, and outline a plan to operate the game under new management next season with public support.
W R Hanr reports 400000 pensioners on July 1 1889 with an estimated 85000 more by June 30 1890 needing at least 100000000 for payments. Weston West Virginia suffers a large fire destroying a business block. Nebraska second district district results show a 7000 Republican majority win. Parnell Commission in London hears treason claims. Gas explosion in Bernburg Germany kills ten workers. Various state elections report governors and treasurers elected with sizable majorities across New York New Jersey Massachusetts Mississippi Virginia Maryland Nebraska Ohio Iowa Kansas Wyoming.
London and Lospen view the Washington push for closer U S South American trade with alarm. English papers fear loss of European influence as U S capital and ties deepen. Europe’s stake in South America appears vast while U S exclusive customs union is denied.
An editorial criticizes local officials and church groups for electing committees and preaching education while children still grow in ignorance. It questions city officers, school boards, and temperance unions for failing to enforce compulsory education as boys and girls reach maturity without adequate schooling.
Authorities declare modern life’s high pressure harms health, causing nervous ailments and distress. Ladies and gentlemen under stress or late hours are urged to use Dr Miles Great Discovery Restorative Nervine, claimed to relieve worry, insomnia, pain, and mental fatigue. Trial bottles offered at Dr Powell's Drug Store.
A lively district school event drew a full house Friday night with continuous laughter and applause. Darvas Doolittle led with dignified charm as Mrs Honeysuckle and other pupils delivered well assigned parts and instructive readings, while prizes went to Mary Jane Petersen, Mickey O’Flyn, and Fritz in the afternoon session.
A guaranteed safe plan offers relief and a refund of purchase price if unsatisfied. Advertised Dr Kings New Discovery for Consumption promises relief for throat lung and chest illnesses. Sample bottle offered free at J KE and F A Powell's drug store.
The report lists pupils in several rooms with teachers and names, noting six new pupils moved in from Hopewell Putnam and Tiskilwa. It adds that attendance for October has been nearly perfect, with some departments within one of their enrollment totals.
A proprietor promotes a balsam for coughs and colds, offering free sample bottles at druggists so customers can try before buying. Large bottles cost 60 cents and one dollar. The ad urges trials as a possible safeguard against consumption.
A fragment notes the audible electric rattle of Peoria street cars transmitted by telephone. The sound interferes with hearing the operators' distinct intonations, suggesting cross line interference between distant parties and lines.
A 19th century notice claims croup is preventable with early signs like hoarseness and timely use of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. It cites a large dose safety example and urges mothers to act promptly. The text also briefly reports a social gathering at the residence of Mc and Mr G M Lockett, with guests enjoying singing and conversation, and notes plans to repair the Congregational church and a collection of $10.30.
A period piece claims Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription can restore a woman's health and happiness after engagement break due to presumed lost love and reduced vitality. It urges readers to buy from druggists with a manufacturer guarantee and money back if not satisfied.
The Catholic Home notes with pleasure the engagement of J W Mattern, long-time manager at J W Tuoby's North Side establishment, to Miss Rosa Barbera, daughter of Joseph Barbera. The couple, from prominent Henry County families, are wished a bright future.
The monthly temperance meeting convened at Grand Army Hall Sunday afternoon at 4 30. Mrs A Raymond Sr presided with M E choir singing and E T Disosway leading prayer. Mrs M Locke urged children against cider use as Mra J C Ownsend delivered a remarks on Self Culture. Early darkness shortened the program and the meeting adjourned after singing.
A vintage note recalls infant care with Caatoria during illness then Castoris for infancy and Captorta for early milestones as she grew into adulthood and motherhood, the sequence reflecting mid century remedies and beliefs.
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