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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1894
Page
2
The piece reflects on Thanksgiving from Plymouth Colony to national observance by Lincoln. It praises early settlers hardship, faith, and gratitude, contrasting their devotion with modern blessings and urging continued thanks to the Great Giver amid national progress. The tone mirrors a Republican-era voice.
The centennial of William Cullen Bryant was celebrated in Princeton with 2000 attendees at the Grand Opera house. The event featured Bryant prizes funded by Bryant, remarks by J H Finlay, poems by relatives, and a commemorative address on the Bryant family and works.
A fragment from Politica in Magnolia No 3 critiques Democrats for false prophecies and bet losses while noting Republicans won control. The Henry Republican promotes new subscribers, offering a year, plus The Business Guide by J. L. Nichols as a practical household reference. Copies available at the office.
George F Stanton Jr, son of the late Dr Stanton, is elected county treasurer of Putnam County and takes office December 1 to begin his third term. The article praises his ability, popularity, and the Republicans’ prudent choice.
Sheriff elect Downey of Putnam County will take office next week after purchasing a carriage and horse and preparing his residence at Hennepin. The article praises his character and predicts faithful service to the county. It also notes sanitary trustees oppose ship canal plans, prioritizing Chicago sewage disposal.
A testimonial describes Dr Caldwell's Pepsin as a cure for indigestion constipation and stomach troubles. The medicine is sold in 50 cent and 1 dollar bottle sizes with a daily sale of 100 bottles. Postmaster McWilliams reports improvement after taking the remedy.
Beyne Ball wedding took place Wednesday at the bride’s mother Mrs Stuth Ball home. Rev J Bayne officiated. After a large dinner about 76 guests celebrated. The couple will live at Joliet after December 1 216 Ann Ave. The groom serves as private secretary to the U S Marshal in Chicago.
The note lists a school shutdown Thursday and Friday, a new Latin class starting in winter, and color changes for the Preps to blue and pink. It notes high standings, vacation Tuesday and Wednesday, and that the Senior class will receive reviews next Monday with arithmetic first. The literary society's last meeting featured multiple orations and essays.
The C R I and P R R announces one fare round trips plus 2 tickets for excursions to Texas Oklahoma and Indian Territory on Nov 20 Dec 4 and 18. Stopovers west of the Missouri river allowed. Call Henry station agent George A Duckworth for full particulars. Dr King's New Discovery touted for throat chest and lung diseases with a money back guarantee and trial bottles free at Dr Powells drug store Largo size 60c and 1.
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