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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1897
Page
2
The piece highlights local advertising by The Republican Henry and notes Miss Clara A. Stephens’ roles in temperance and journalism. It also covers Hon Joe A. Edwards’s Iowa legislature bid, a farm husking gathering with Con gregational attendees, and community notices about local events and a liniment ad.
The Woman's club held a regular meeting at Mrs Mary McDonough’s residence with 24 members present. Mrs Mary L Hildebrandt presided. new member Mrs Cora Bennett joined. program led by Mrs Minnie Kline covered charity, reform, papers by Mrs Ida A Lee, lectures by Mrs John Vance Cherney, and discussions on knowledge and charity. Adjourned to meet in two weeks with Mrs Carrie J Jones.
The Epworth League plans a Friday evening concert at New Opera Hall on Nov 19 followed by an oyster supper. The program features piano and vocal solos, duets, a tableau, quartets, and instrumental pieces performed by Misses Winship and Motter, Mr Broaddus, and others with reserved seating at W H Brewer’s.
The Henry Times reports three errors in its last Friday issue. Fama at Holmes Motte should read Stella Motter. Pallbearers for Mr Weigand misprinted Anton Gresser. correct name is Anton Reavey. W YooRey inquiry notice mislocated as Peoria Illinois. laundry entry lists Ottawa. The paper urges readers to check proofs carefully.
Funeral rites for Michael Weigand were held at St Marys Catholic Church on Friday at nine, with a solemn requiem mass led by Rev Fr Gerhardy. A large number mourned as the WCU carried the body to the cemetery and pallbearers from WOU formed the procession. A $2000 WOU life policy will go to the widow. thanks were extended to friends and the organization.
The Amateur Musical Society presented its first concert of the season at New Opera Hall last evening. A nearly 50‑voice chorus offered a program of old songs. Despite inclement weather many in attendance applauded. soloists included Miss Bettie Lobmiller and Miss Rose Jack of Peoria, with Rev Fr Finer and Rev Fr Finn among others. Proceeds, about 20, were donated to pay debts and fund future music, with plans for a cantata and next recital.
The Commercial Club of Lacon invited the Commercial Club of Henry to a Friday social in McMuartrie block rooms. About 60 Lacon citizens attended with F S Potter George Nicholson and others. refreshments, billiards, cards, and whist led to a friendly exchange and hope for future visits. Frank Brown of Oregon arrived to inspect Forbes Bros stock farm in Hopewell Township and would purchase short horns for their herd.
The Peoria area reports extensive bridge improvements completed or underway including the Henvepin Pond spans and adjacent trestles. Local officials note the Bridges Company oversight, a year end closure, and possible small debt. Other items cover a river boat license enforcement pause, county farm leadership, a suicide death found near the Illinois River, a hospitalization in Sparland, a runaway incident, premium horse show results, an elder moving to Woodhull, anticipated Civil War reenactment crowds, and home heating modernization by Theodore Bickerman Co.
Henry Gresser was arrested by Fitir Warden Brasfield Saturday for fishing with a seine within a half mile of the dam. He pleaded guilty and paid the minimum fine of 25 dollars plus costs, though he profited more from the day’s catch. O W White of Joliet assists Station Agent Campbell at the station during operator Collins absence. Mr Schumacher near Thompson Bros store in Whitefield is treated for deafness by Dr Dom browski. Walter Stadyvin receives daily treatment for the same disability. Dor Caldwell's Yrup Pepsi cures indigestion.
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