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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1896
Page
2
In Hopewell and nearby towns a series of campaign events stir supporters for John R. Tanner and other Republican nominees. Attendees hear speeches by Tanner, Ingersoll, and local figures as rallies, parades, balloons, and fireworks accompany a push for National Honor and prosperity.
A large political gathering is set for Friday October 16 in Henry. A 1 p.m procession forms on Front Street led by the Henry Cornet Band and various brigades with bicycles wagons and horses. Speakers include John Dally Geo E Adams R B Fort J J Franklin and more. A 2 p.m arrival of Hon John K Tanner governor candidate and Ex Governor Hamilton is expected in the park for speeches.
The Woman's Club of Henry opened its club year at Mrs Mary Hildebrandt's home on Monday Oct 6 with music by Evelyn Jones Ida Jones and others and a paper by Sadie Albertson on American Literature of the nineteenth century The discussion covered current literature versus history and the impact of global affairs on reading choices with many members and visitors from Germantown Ohio attending and the meeting adjourned for tea before planning to reconvene in two weeks with Secretary L M.
A poetic meditation on perseverance through clouds and trials, urging unwavering faith and steadfast resolve. The speaker envisions victory as a bright goal kept in sight by a steadfast gaze, framed by a divine light guiding the brave. Juuiua M. Hoxsre appears as the attributed author.
Republicans in Henry and Vicimi are called to meet at the Henry club room this evening at 7 30 and at 9 o clock Friday morning to complete rally arrangements and report progress. All members urged to attend.
Orvel Mulder reports a grim case near Graymont where Susano,8, Ex Tuttle killed his wife with a stone after beating her with a heavy club. He also attacked his daughter and friends who intervened before neighbors captured him and took him to Pontiac. The wife died hours later. coroner and state attorney gathered evidence as the maniacal crime sparked inquiries.
The funeral of William Allen, born May 12, 1840 in Pennsylvania, was conducted in Hennepin with services led by Rev. J. O. Zeller. The death occurred after a morning illness, suspected to be apoplexy, and a large procession accompanied the pallbearers to the Congregational church.
Jonne M. Stannell died October 5 in Rutland Illinois where he had been receiving special treatment. He was born 1821 near Dayton Montgomery County Ohio and married three times, leaving nine of his thirteen children. Funeral services were held at the family residence near Wenona.
Elder Ketchum of Champaign conducted the service at 11 o'clock. The remains were laid to rest in the Lostant cemetery. Mr Stansell had many friends among old settlers and left a bereaved wife and children.
Andrew J. Pinkerton, a respected Marietta resident, was killed when the Z and O train struck him while he walked along the track to a crossing. He died at his son’s home after suffering a broken back and crushed hip, lingering until about 1 p.m. He was over sixty nine and had lived with his son since his wife’s death.
An advertisement claims Ballard’s Horehound Syrup is the world’s best cough syrup for flu, colds, sore throat, pneumonia, bronchitis, asthma, croup, and lung diseases. It asserts universal satisfaction from users and druggists, and cites Dr Powell as a seller.
Educational ad notes fall commercial courses including bookkeeping and shorthand. Enrolling students at any time and inviting requests for a catalogue.
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