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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1900
Page
2
The Republican win over the Democratic party is hailed as a historic, world influencing moment. The piece celebrates four more years of strong national finance, liberty, and expansion, with emphasis on liberty enlightening the world and renewed American prestige.
John Helm, the Republican candidate for Clifton Clerk, won re election amid a strong party showing. Despite a formidable opponent and a heated campaign spanning all school districts, Helm secured a second term. The Verona district yielded a heavy Republican margin, reflecting Helm's broad popularity and a county total increase of 98 votes over 1896.
Strong faction led by Benntor Wt B Fort and Senator Putnam of Peoria backs retaining United States Senator Shelby M Cullom. Chicago appears the key arena as Fort and Putnam maneuver behind scenes to build influence and rally support for a Cullom victory in state politics.
The text lauds J. H. Franklin as a capable and well regarded state’s attorney. It notes broad acquaintance across the county and favorable regard among the masses, presenting him as a commendable public servant.
J. W. Graff was re elected to represent the 14th congressional district for the fourth term. Marshall and Putnam counties increased their majorities showing appreciation for his untiring effort and support for a seasoned representative.
Fragmentary OCR notes recount an election event with references to Dr Geene and Dr Hall of Henry, a Toluca home, and a Marshall County Republican showing for McKinley. Text hints at party loyalty, praise for a candidate, and broad political sentiment.
The Marshall county tally reports McKinley and Roosevelt with over 800 majority, described as the largest on record. State Senator Fort receives 828 votes, hailed as a high feather for the young senator in his home county, supporting a second term. The GOP slate largely consists of second term candidates, who win solid majorities.
Burregoer Wightman won reelection in Marshall County by a majority of 276. Voters praise his knowledge of the county’s land boundaries and trustworthiness as an official.
Hon R 33 led Marshall county with the largest vote, surpassing the presidential tally by 27. The candidate, known as Bob, enjoys popularity and plans to faithfully represent the 20th district in the State Senate for four years.
Editors of The Henry Times died after a political struggle last week. They never gave up until the final chance was gone, and when laid to rest they stood by their stance.
Joseph V. Grafl carried Marshall county by 110 in 1808 and this majority rose to 248 by 1900. The note adds that Grail was briefly involved in early Marshall county affairs.
Daily dessert suggestion text promotes Jell-O as a quick no bake option. It mentions lemon orange raspberry and strawberry flavors available at grocers. Instructions cite adding hot water and letting it cool in about two minutes.
Herbert Horace Beckwith and Cora fichel Dall were married at high noon on Thursday November 8 one mile west of Toluen in a ceremony attended by about eighty guests from across the country. Rev G W Thomas officiated in Toluca Christian church, with a simple yet impressive service. The couple left for Chicago after a wedding breakfast and will reside in Wenona after December 5 where Beckwith serves with his father Putnam Beckwith, Wenona postmaster. gifts were numerous and fine.
Sunday services include the Presbyterian choir with Mraida L Jones and Rev R J Campbell preaching at Henry, Putnam and nearby churches. Methodists plan retuned choir seating and a sermon series on the home, with Rev L A Laudenberger and Rev L P Mercer to visit. large crowds attend the revival program and hospital donations rise.
Returns from Marshall County on Election Day Tuesday November 6 1900 list precinct results for Bennington Richinnt Nasae Stee Baty Reed 8 Belle Pal and others with names like Seager Jewet Ryesidt Laccis Badalla Labor Social Democratic and Whitaflefa precinct notes.
The fourth regular Woman's Club meeting at Mrs. Amanda Niice's home opened with President Mrs. Evelyn K. Jones presiding. Thirty four members attended as Lottie Sparling was elected. reports praised the Rockford Federation trip and addressed losses of Cora Forrest and Alberta Gray. A program featuring piano, vocal, and essays discussed literature's impact on youth with a Cafe au Lait reception to close.
Advertisement claims permanent cure for stomach ailments using a South American Nervine. Promises a universal remedy and miraculous results with assurances of safety and ease, urging readers to try the tonic alongside menacing claims of widespread suffering and invalids.
Senator R. B. Fort wins a large reelection majority across Maryshull and Livingston counties and narrowly carries Jost Woodford to Lenz. Districtwide majorities are listed as corrected.
The total vote of the county was 1230 with 29 women voting for trustees of the University of Maois. The Socialist Labor candidate for president and state officers received two votes each in Hennepin and Senachwine, while Social Democrats nominees secured one vote in Senachwine. In the county ticket W. Casson had 16 votes for state's attorney and in Magnolia A. B. Gusto received one vote for the same office.
The Henry High School adopts a unanimous resolution regretting Miss Roach departure. The committee led by Minnie Stephens Emily Fawcett Mattie Bickerman commends her untiring efforts and student friendship. Principal William Calhoun assistant Luella J Worley notes her dignified presence and lasting influence.
The closing games list shows Henry facing Princeton at Princeton on Nov 17, Henry hosting La Salle on Nov 2, and Henry meeting Princeville at Princeville on Nov 81 with Thanksgiving games noted for Peoria Arms Corps Henry.
Morning report notes Lieut Commander Stokeley Morgen retired after firing the first gun at the Maj Pila Bey action during the Spanish fleet engagement. Morgen aged 41, home here. Also in Washington exports of domestic products total $555,918,873 over ten months, up $82,055,000 from prior period.
Reported on November 14 that records allegedly found in Peking prove Chinese discovery of America in 499 A.D. The item cites unreliable authority and lacks verifiable evidence, noting the claim as unsubstantiated and not corroborated by scholars.
Died at Sheldon Iowa November 15 after illness Mary Morrill wife of Lutes O Morrill formerly merchant of Muguolta notes obituary tone with sparse readable facts
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