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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1886
Page
5
Local column from Belcher dated November 25 1886 reports Grace Blood visiting at Mrs J Archie Williams and Andrew Selm assisting at Hunter lumber yard. Mention of Nettie Williams returning home for winter and a bogey accident injuring Mrs Mahlon Newbern.
A historical merchant asserts constant advertising builds leadership, never stopping. He argues against spasmodic efforts, noting that leading in a trade requires proactive, sustained promotion and avoiding reactive campaigns that cede initiative to rivals.
The milk is heated to 84 with rennet added to coagulate in twenty minutes and finish in forty five. Curds are formed and heated slowly to 98, stirred gently to prevent packing, then whey is drawn when the curd sets and it stands until firm. Press at 80 and cure in a room 66 to 70. Farm Journal.
A visitor asks about a tall man at the penitentiary and learns he was sentenced to two years for stealing books from a public library. The exchange questions whether stealing books equals plagiarism, noting the link to literary theft and following a writer in crime.
The column reports on prominent locals like Mayor Wescott and Rev Williams, upcoming visits by Bret Trowbridge, shifting store openings, and a mixed picture of skating social events, band union talks, and a tragic death. It notes farm shipments, a high school staffer’s death, and ongoing community activities across Lacon and Venona with occasional humor.
Messrs Hunter shipped large consignments of lumber when Sinteen Walker reported a wagon mishap the week before. The accident occurred as the wagon was gasping uphill and ended with an Angel’s end caught under a stone dock and the nail severed.
Whitefield Grace Griswold of Sugar Grove School is ill and Miss Wilson of Hlenry substitutes. James Chambers to teach at High Prairie School next Monday. Lizzie Burt to teach Doyle district in Saratoga this winter starting Monday. Sugar Grove lyceum meets weekly with visitors welcome. Funeral of Wm McQee's infant at the Corners last Sunday followed by a temperance meeting at Center Church next Sunday at 7. A singing party at Homer Swift and George Wable's in Saratoga attracted many youths. John Hoffman winter quarters at John Gregory's. Rose Carlyle of Plumb Creek Ned visiting John and Mrs Gregory. Iba,
Local notes from Saratoga recount farm activity with hog sales and prices, home improvements, and social gatherings. Mentions Mrs Jobo Harrison being ill, Lizzie Burt teaching in Doyle district, and a grand gathering hosted by George and Homer with their companions.
Virguelin James C Allen of Mineral Springs died Sunday about 8 am at Henry Clemens farm residence formerly Aaron Wilson's. Burial planned Tuesday afternoon at Caledonia cemetery. Reports say he requested a post mortem. undertaker G W Keller to transport remains. Local items note Magnolia Woman's Relief Corp plans a calaboose for trustees’ later handover. Also mentions Lois Kays and Columbus of Bloomington visiting, Morrells at Chicago for fat cattle exhibit, Teachers Institute Saturday, Skeels County Superintendent and wife in attendance.
The Literary society event at the Masonic hall last Saturday drew a full house and favorable impressions from attendees. Teachers Institute at the school house drew strong attendance with a program featuring Miss Crabbs Magnolia Diagrams by J E Taylor Mt Palatine tracing work by Miss Shepherd Granville and Mr Gallagher Magnolia. The County Teachers Association organized at Granville Oct 30 adopting bylaws and a preamble. Next institute set for Hennepin Dec 18.
Sadie Kelso returns to Putnam from Kingman Kansas after a Chicago trip. Mrs Anna W Haynes leaves Three Mile Bay for home. The Henry Republican will cover Putnam and Marshall counties. Mite society meets at Albert Stickel's residence. Etta Dodd of Jefferson Iowa visits Putnam. Sid Chance fined for rough treatment of Pat McCormick's boar. boys involved in a scuffle. Anderson of Virginia City passes through Putnam to Chicago. Mrs McFann leaves for Mitchell Kansas to visit a son. Oyster and chowder supper at Bens Hall November 25 after 8 pm. Bryant's nursery orders being taken in Putnam by L H Myers. Ed Sparling ships carload hogs to Chicago. Andrew Dally plans departure from Putnam soon. RECTOR.
Illinois Attorney General George Hunt states district No. 2 may incur a $10,000 bonded debt despite the city’s bond issue. He says no obstacle exists if voters approve, enabling spring construction of a new school building. Also notes public sale of glycerine salve ad and reports a runaway wagon incident involving John Harney and team.
Mrs Kellogg and two sons join Mr Kellogg in Coldwater Kansas to make it their future home. He has spent two years in the west improving a farm and preparing for the family’s arrival. Kansas prospects rise in the region where he has settled.
An old advertisement touts Dr Haines Golden Specific as a cure for drunkenness by adding it to coffee or tea without the drinker’s knowledge. It claims thousands cured and offers a circular from Golden Specific Co., Cincinnati Ohio. Also notes railway incorporation news and various local advertisements.
A nostalgic verse traces Castoria through life stages from babyhood to parenthood. It notes lifelong reliance on the product as a comforting constant across generations and roles.
Scratch tablets offered for sale at this office described as ideal for scholars. Limited quantity available at a nickel each.
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