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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1895
Page
2
The article argues Cabu deserves U S recognition for Spain's early rebel support, notes New York Republicans drift despite Morton bid and excise law backing. It recounts a Gibson City anniversary fete with races and fountains, and critiques U S docks and Monroe Doctrine, canal work and reform themes.
The letter recounts Perley’s farewell visit to Bupa Illinois September 30 1895 with thanks to The Republican Henry folks and locals. It notes whist and social welcomes, a week long town stay at Paskell House, and mentions Perley’s departure and friendly notices from W T Law and the editor.
Magnolia Grange Fair held on September 26 drew the largest crowd yet with 636 entries and 860 in cash premiums plus 50 special premiums. Judges praised quality across livestock of draft horses cattle and poultry, with notable exhibits in grain vegetables canned goods fruit and needlework. Public and school displays earned praise as organizers planned future improvements.
A Magnolia man, Wm Bertsch, was killed by an elk in a five acre enclosure after attempting to cross the area. Rescue efforts by nearby men failed to save him, and the elk was killed within an hour. The herd was mostly docile aside from the fatal encounter with the old animal.
Ad offers Herbine liver medicine at 76 cents claiming it cures liver stomach and bowel disorders. Mentions free trial bottles at Dr Powell. Also notes a Peoria conference delegation for General Conference with J S Thompson gaining alternate and Dr Long of Pontiac winning first place. Ends with a medical reference book offer from Dr Hathaway Co. Chicago.
Uncalled letters include Albert Duncan Edmand C Neil Gilbert Hurst to be sent to D L O on Oct 12, 1895. Emigration agents J B Thompson & Sons advertise Iowa land bargains with daily new offers. Birth notices: a son to George Helper in Lima Ohio on Sept 29 and a son to Mr and Mrs Milton K Parker with grandparents Norman I Patora of Lone Rock Arkansas and Mrs Susan L Pator of Whitefield.
Marriages reported in local notices include Chester Bidwell and Hannah L Tabor wed in the city at the bride’s mother’s residence with Rev L G Landerberger officiating. Dr Franklin Tornée of Magnolia married Cora May, daughter of Mrs John D NoComba, in Chicago. Herman Webber and Anna Aaughter, both of La Prairie, married Sept 28 by Rev L Webber. daughter of Patrick Colling, all of Le Prairie.
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