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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1872
Page
4
A farmers meeting at Kewanee yesterday aimed to organize a general association for farmers' mutual benefit and protection against monopolizing tendencies. The note mentions the Patrons of Husbandry as a strong example of this kind of alliance.
The disappearance of Frank Rolman, longtime Woodford County sheriff, triggers widespread scrutiny among citizens and debtors alike. Reports suggest he has fled with substantial sums from executions collected in his official capacity, with estimates ranging from twenty to fifty thousand dollars, fueling suspicions of an abduction or escape.
The report notes Matt Darlay chaired the county democracy convention at Hennepin recently. He advocates reform and previously pursued the sheriff’s office, failing to secure enough Republican votes, then ran independent with 78 county votes. He now supports Greeley and aims to back Holland Whiting & Co in Little Putt.
The county court will open next Monday at the court house in Luton and run for ten days to allow foreigners to qualify for the November election. Those who obtained first papers two years ago or who arrived before age 21 and have resided five years may obtain naturalization papers at this term.
The passage rails against Greeleyism and the campaign craft of the time, claiming language indecipherable to many voters and accusing adversaries of lying. It defends Hartranft as unjustly maligned, noting deep divisions in the old Republican ranks and predicting public reaction on the upcoming date.
A discussion on agricultural fairs in multiple counties. The piece argues fairs must please both farmers and city attendees, balancing premiums and amusements like rope walking and horse racing. It notes successes at Prince ton and Wepona, criticism of media coverage, and the need for a well designed programme to avoid low attendance and poor receipts.
The Ottawa Republican attacks D. L. Hough of LaSalle for disorganizing efforts after years as an abolitionist and party founder. The piece defends past loyalty to Hough at the 20 year mark, but criticizes his current course and backing of the opposition against Corwin in the district.
Dr. Wilcox, former candidate for state senate, visited town and met constituents after Logan spoke. Colonel Kerr receives favorable notices for renomination and re election in Peoria county. Senator John Early of Rockford is renominated by Winnebago republicans and expected to win the 28th assembly. W P Squire secures Whiteside circuit clerk nomination. he is described as honest, industrious, and a supporting figure for veterans.
The passage lauds the Inter Ocean newspaper for its peril defending stance and unparallel coverage. It urges Republicans in the Northwest to recognize the paper as essential reading in the new year.
The true democrats of Marshall County are urged to meet at the court house in Lucan on Thursday October 17 at 10 o'clock a.m. to nominate a straight democratic county ticket. A second meeting at 2 p.m. will invite the 20th senatorial and representative district to nominate for the senate and house. Correspondence on congressional convention is invited.
An advertisement extols Dr Wilhofft anti periodic and ague remedy as a reliable malarial fever cure. It claims prompt relief, prevents sequelae like enlarged spleen and impaired respiration, suits families including children and elders, contains no arsenic or quinine, and is prescribed by physicians who also use it.
In Whitefield on October 9 Arthur Barnes wed Mies Sary daughter of Serick Fox. At Hennepin on October 5 Samuel McCollocgill married Mins Lydia Vader both of Stark county. At Magnolia on October 10 Juin Cook wed Mies Der Cky Frenou.
Obituaries list several deaths including Grace White of Whitefield aged unknown, George Wise aged 80 in Wenuna, Lettie Cooper aged 15 in Sparland, Willie Allen age 3 in Madmen Win, and Sarah A Morrison aged 64 years 3 months 24 days in Chenan McLean County after illness.
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