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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1898
Page
2
The auditor of public accounts sets a next year tax rate of 66 cents per $100, with 42 cents for sodod purposes and 14 cents for general purposes. The piece also notes party critiques and a proposed Illinois voting law disqualification for vote buying, alongside a report on the Illinois Press Association meeting agenda including a reunion of pre-1885 editors.
Attorney General Griggs rules that revenue stamps are not required on checks drawn by a depositor who withdraws his own money. The Missouri case cited involved a depositor who refused to stamp a check and a bank that refused to honor it. The decision holds banks must pay when the funds are the depositor’s own money.
The marriage of Henry Republican editor George A. Burt and Miss Helen Herron will be solemnized today at the bride’s mother’s home in Princeton Bareaa county. The ceremony will be quiet with immediate family, followed by a Chicago honeymoon. They will reside in Henry after December 30 and take charge of the homestead. The bride is welcomed to society and best wishes are extended for a happy life together.
A local ad extols Dr King’s New Discovery with claims of curing many throat and chest ailments and offers a free trial bottle. In Springfield a $850,000 patent infringement suit against the board of education seeks injunction over use of a furnace patent at the new high school. In Lacon, residents attended a Lotus Club social dance despite heavy rain, with several couples noted among attendees.
The issue lists upcoming Harper's Bazaar features including reference by Caroline Leslie Field a short serial of extraordinary charm Nate a Thanksgiving story by Kate Upson Clark illustrated by Clifford Carleton and An Allen at Home a piece on foreign residence and life Annie B P Searing notes fashion features will be heightened with added brilliancy and the music department discusses the opera season reopening.
A common cold worsens through careless delay and can lead to serious lung trouble. Prompt use of Ayer’s Cherry Pectoral is urged as the efficient reliable cure for colds and coughs, endorsed by Dr. S. Harris and used in practice since 1858.
The item presents a Thanksgiving poem printed in the Henry Republican from 1808. It thanks the Heavenly Father for harvests and freedom and thanks readers for peace and plenty. Attributions include Mrs D Chance of Henry Illinois.
An advertisement announces healing ointment for wire cuts flesh wounds old sores and bruises sold by Dr Thomas Yenry. The notice highlights preparation and sale of a vegetable condition powder for general use.
The announcement lists many short stories by well known writers and noted artists. Highlights include Old Captain by Myles emenway with a color frontispiece by Howard, along with The White Heron by Fiona Macleod and How Santa Claus was Saved by Mary T van Denburgh among others with various illustrations.
A historic notice touts Nervine as a masterly cure for stomach weakness and indigestion. It claims relief begins with the first dose and promises universal, permanent results. Sold by J. H. and F.A. Powell.
In Streator Illinois the New Citizens League vows to purge vice and reform city government. With over 1000 members the movement targets gambling open stores on Sundays and liquor tied to saloons. Members pledge to back officers who enforce laws and to vote without party consideration.
Illinois reader Kate Benny says Hood's Sarsaparilla relieved stomach trouble and rheumatism, aided a mother with a cancerlike lump, and cites Hood's Pills as the only companion remedy. The ad touts the product as essential.
A public examination for teachers certificates will be held at the County Superintendent's office in Lacon on Friday December 2 1898 starting at 8 o'clock in the morning. M M Mallary County Superintendent presides.
Hutchins and Lincoln advertise ongoing free kindling drops with two loads already given and three more planned by January. Wyoming Fairs association officers include John W Smith president and John A. Klock treasurer. The 19th annual fair runs August 29 to September 1, 1899. Rosa Haven of Wyoming recovers gradually after a lengthy cataleptic episode and renewed consciousness.
Official count signals Prof Bayliss State Superintendent elect will win by at least 1000 in an off year. The Knights of Labor plan to discuss expansion at their upcoming convention. The order reportedly favors holding the Philippines as policy.
An advert promotes Lexative Bromo Quinine tablets as a cure in one day and promises money back if no cure. It notes labels Li, B, Q on each tablet. The text also mentions a political line about a reign of terror at Pana and imports, urging subscribing to The Republican.
Hutchins Department announces a grand sale with items priced to attract attention. Garments, hats, furs, and dress goods are offered at strong value as a mammoth stock of $25,000 is closed by January 1, 1899.
May saw a local girl plant three acres of potatoes and tend crops while managing cooking and sewing, milking cows, feeding livestock, warding off pests, entertaining, reading, and socializing. Separate note cites 18,000 English learners in Santiago pursuing Americanized opportunities in the city.
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