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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1918
Page
6
Readable fragments detail deaths and illnesses in the Wheeler and Austin areas, church plans and services, school openings and influenza impacts, visits and travels of residents, and a car accident near Rutland with minor injuries. The page notes community sympathy, Red Cross work plans, and upcoming church meetings.
Local items report visits and social events from Quaker Lane and nearby towns. Mentions include Mrs. Max Whitney of Lostant visiting her mother, various visits to Henry and Magnolia, and a patriotic program at Swaney school. John Wilson and friends took sheep to Unic. Louis McNabb at Camp Benjamin Harrison recovering from illness. several gatherings, parties, and farewells noted.
Minnie D Merritt writes of influenza illness in Dan McKirgan and a visit by John of Victoria. She recounts a party honoring Ralph French at Camp Grant, letters home from Peoria and Lincoln detailing travel and soldier news, and a Cedardale report on crops and personal health.
Fragmentary OCR notes a wartime themed program at Henry Opera House for November 11 featuring a piece titled Our Soldier Boy. Mentions of a soldier away from home, messages sent by winds, and a recognition of service at the Mexican border. References to Mr. Lowe Loomis and Raye in artillery service.
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