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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1909
Page
3
Sparland notes visitations and neighbors in Lacon and Henry with items on births, movers, and illnesses. A local disaster in Cherry looms as residents respond. Community events include M E church entertainment, ministers meeting, and a donation appeal for the Baptist building fund. A cold snap prompts underwear donations for needy residents.
News notes Charley Maxwell’s marriage in Chicago Heights on Sunday at high noon, a surprise to all but well wishes follow. The item lists church repair cot tage prayer meetings, upcoming social events at local schools, and health notices touting Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy and Stomach and Liver Tablets with local druggists A J Ironmonger and A J Tronmonger.
Residents and visitors travel between Chillicothe Peoria Chicago Kansas and Texas with shopping visits land interests and family hospital stays noted. People include Mr and Mrs Robert Stocks Mr and Mrs Arthur Merrill Mrs Parrish Miss Henderson L R Green Wm Turnbull Lyle Sanger John Speer James Speers Miss Linnie Rapp and Ina Gaumers with algebra scores.
Old folks urged to use Rexall Orderlies for constipation and bowel issues with a personal guarantee that users pay nothing if claims fail. The remedy, eaten like candy, is claimed to soothe and regulate the bowel without griping or nausea, offered at 36 tablets for 25 cents or 12 tablets for 10 cents at The Rexall Store run by A. J. Ironmonger, Druggist in Henry.
Farmers at Jesse Anderson sale report strong interest while heavy rains delay corn harvest and spoil fields. Bonham school mourns Homer Whitmer’s absence as weather worsens conditions. Local visitors include Mr. and Mrs. G. M. Clark of Henry and Mr. and Mrs. Frank Klein’s funeral procession.
Whitefield Center notes Mrs. Lara Bourdette at daughter Elmer Higgins home in Eagle Grove with Higgins ill but improving. Miss Zella Runnells visited Henry Friday and Saturday with Cora Seelye then returns to Princeton to care for her sister. Nov 13 corn carnival at the school house with a bean bag contest and awards for best 10 ears color and tallest stalk won by Henry Shubert. list of punctual pupils ending Nov 6 and invitation for patrons to visit during regular sessions.
Burglars broke into the George Taft house six miles north of Bradford on Friday afternoon while he worked in the cornfield. About $50 in money, checks, notes, and other valuable papers were taken. A posse pursues the suspects. Taft is a widower living alone.
An advertisement claims Foley's Urine Laxative cleanses the system and stimulates the liver and other organs to improve overall health. A. J. Ironmonger endorses the product in a brief 4t notice.
The Republican reports on rising tensions in city hall and statehouse debates, detailing fiscal measures, infrastructure funding, and community responses. It cites statements from city officials, lawmakers, and local organizations shaping the political landscape.
In Saratoga a large crowd attended the funeral of Frank Klein, formerly of the town, who had lived in Henry for three years. His health had been poor for some time, leaving a widow and three children. The community extended sympathy.
No case shows pneumonia or consumption resulting from taking Foley's Honey and Tar. It stops coughs and breaks up colds quickly. Refuse any but the genuine Foley's Honey and Tar in a yellow package. A. J. Tronmonger.
LAWN RIDGE County Superintendent Stone visited our school last Thursday. Several residents enjoy outdoor days, visitors from Chillicothe and Edelstein joined Bert and Rosa Wilcox for weekend stays with relatives. J. B. Green’s birthday celebration returns amid playful surprises, as neighbors recall last year’s attempt. Jim Greene hopes for a repeat in coming years.
Reprint ad extols Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as the quickest cure for coughs and colds. Sold by A J Ironmonger in a familiar promotional style, noting a long-standing, welcome health claim.
Sunday visitors include Mr and Mrs Smith at Bradford and Miss Mabel Allen from Marseilles visiting relatives. An illustrated lecture by Rev Charles Worthington drew a full house on Tuesday. Birth announced: a son to Mr and Mrs West on Tuesday November 9. Various calls and visits occur across families including Chesneys Bidwells Lidgards Drapers Reynolds and O Neill.
The Henry Repulcan reports higher dividends from ad space buys, signaling a strong return for advertisers. Industry observers note growing demand for premium placements as brands seek visibility in key markets.
Broadmoor items list Peoria visitors Norman residents and Oklahoma kinfolk visiting relatives in the area. Cattle shipment to Chicago, telegraph operators added due to freight, several residents hosting guests, hogs shipped to Chicago, local supper planned by the M E church Ladies' Aid with entertainment The Milk Maids Convention at Milo town hall Tuesday evening November 23 supper 25 cents children 15 cents admission free everyone invited.
Summary of court actions including redi inventory amendments for Mary Berry minor, guardianship orders for Giles Cain and Antoni Terabosche, final reports and executor discharge in estates, and numerous real estate transfers and marriage licenses. Includes Rutland Toluca and Northern R R Co incorporation, property deeds, and guardian bond details. Father’s consent noted.
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