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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1894
Page
2
The piece lists local posts with names and vote counts including treasurer Henry Walee and others, notes McKinley campaign travel, and mentions speeches by McKinley and Mann. It combines election results with political commentary and a school note on gravity.
Dr George A Aeller chaired the Peoria county central committee and energized the drive for Governor McKinley. The visit drew large enthusiastic crowds with officials including Mayor Miles and Col Taylor welcoming the Governor to Peoria and Sparland.
N J Mathis and Dr Edward Wilcox of Minonk return from a Colorado hunting trip via train and 100 mile stage. They saw elk and deer, took shots but only found rare venison, due to state vigilance. The excursion featured rugged trails, camping, and grand scenery with numerous game still present.
A pleasant wedding occurred at W P Williams home on Western avenue last Thursday October 11 at 5 30 pm Rev Arthur Miles officiated uniting Nettie daughter of the minister with John Wylie of Troy Grove Illinois About 60 guests attended including relatives and friends from Streator Galva Bradford Utica and other towns They will begin housekeeping in Utica Illinois and received many gifts from well wishers.
J J Herry has replaced a brick shopfront with a metal façade and plate glass entrance on Third street. A metal panel second story with pediment and ornamental top will give a neat but not gaudy appearance. Painters Ruggles and Burkhart Sparling the carpenter and Meir and Son the metal finishers.
Robert McAtee returned from the west Tuesday eve and received warm greetings from the Marshall county colony in York County. He visited his daughter at Gilbert Van Fleet's farm and was entertained by Robert Clark James McCarty and Porter Martin. Dr Reeder and wife were cheerful and Mr and Mrs H R Trim were called on. Mrs Trim is improving able to get about with one crutch. He also called on the Hennessey boys in Fillmore County who are doing well.
Ten doses cost ten cents and claim lasting relief for constipation indigestion chronic headaches and summer complaint. The remedy is sold by Dr Powell and offered without charge to try. The notice extols its pleasant take and asserts it outperforms other treatments.
The Prairie Farmer introduces a resplendent new dress and lists eminent writers joining the staff including Prof G EB Morrow as special staff writer E P Goodrich as special dairy writer Joseph Meehan Forticultural writer and Charles Dadant on bees. The Household department is in competent hands and youth coverage is strong. Manager L C Brown promises nothing but the best for readers this year.
Dr Cald well's Syrup Pepsin offered as a palatable remedy for constipation and stomach or bowel troubles. Sold in 10¢ bottles with 10 doses, plus 10¢ and $1 sizes by Dr Powell.
The steamer City of Peoria will run an excursion from Henry to Peoria on Sunday October 21 departing Henry at 8 a m. Round trip fare is 50 cents. Lot York is listed as Master. The note ends with a political musing about running for office.
The Telegraph Grange held its second annual fair in Whitefeld range Hall on Saturday October 13 with 76 entries from Crow Meadow Royal and Putnam Granges. Doors opened 4 to 7 30 pm for viewing the exhibit praised as finest yet. J O Hill led the evening remarks and a short program followed with music and singing by Lillian Runnells Florence Fountain and T A Runnells. Premiums were awarded in many categories including Grain Vegetables Fruits Canned Fruit Dairy and Fancy Work with multiple first places to J O Hill Wm Brokaw N Huffman and others.
The Woman's Club entertained Mrs Mary L Griswold and her daughter on Monday as they prepare to move from Henry. A graceful tribute lunch followed with thanks to the ladies and remarks by club officers. A piano duet, readings on Frances Willard and Lady Henry Somerset, and discussions on character building highlighted the program. The registry board will meet October 30 to register voters. strangers and women should appear in person.
Nathan Edward Hoyle brother of W P Hoyle died Monday morning at the Hoyle residence on Carroll street after epilepsy and a second seizure. Born April 21 1836 in Jefferson County Ohio he faced early illness and later cared for by family. Funeral services were held at 8 30 am Tuesday Rev A Miles officiated with a quartet and Miss Kellogg at Clear Creek cemetery beside parents.
W W Bobbitt of Magnolia seeks help for drought sufferers in Nebraska. He plans to forward contributions received or left at J H Adkinson’s grocery, with clothing or money encouraged to cover freight to Sutherland via Omaha care of U P RR.
Last Friday afternoon the Literary Society presented readings, orations, essays, and biographical sketches by students including Beulah Wyckoff, Marion McAfee, Clara Williams, and George Harney. The high school dismissed to see Governor McKinley, with most students returning promptly after making up time. Visitors Fannie Smith, Irving Dennis, Fred Harney, and Will Monier were noted. the Medieval class studied Mohammed’s greatness.
Putnam county teachers convene at Hennepin on Saturday November 3 for a full Institute starting 9 30 with sessions on Fractions and Percentages led by L C Hinkle and Jesse Black. Topics include Advanced Reading, Grammar, Spelling, Geography, History, and Our Profession with several discussions. All teachers and public school supporters are invited to attend.
A reader urges inclusion of two prominent educational women Mrs Amelia B Sanford of Bloomington and Mrs Rena Michaels Atchison of Chicago as candidates for trustees of the Illinois State University in response to a prior listing. The letter accompanies an advertisement for Selz Royal Blue shoes priced four dollars and other affordable selections sold by J. H. Jones & Son.
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