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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1893
Page
5
The piece surveys global affairs from Franco-Russian tensions to naval power, the Oregon and other ships, and Brazilian revolts. It notes Chicago’s growth and the World's Fair aftermath, banking reserves, and a surge in Methodism with church finances and extensions outlined.
D J Leech a prominent Hennepin citizen born June 9 1828 in Fayette County Penn. He moved across Ohio to Illinois with his family in 1849 then settled in Hennepin. He farmed built a homestead 40 acres and later 100 acres, raised six children, practiced temperance and helped the poor. He lost an eye in a farm accident then served in 1864.
The obituary recalls a 65 year old man passing November 10 in frail health, with funeral services led by Rev FM Boner and Rev Harris at the M church. A Thanksgiving proclamation by Gov Altgeld lauds Illinois progress, unity, and humanistic influence amid national esteem.
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