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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1912
Page
4
Voters urged to support men nominated by the People at the April primaries. The message names candidates for governor secretary of state and state senator as the People’s Choice ballot.
The article outlines Republican primary selections for county offices including coroner and state’s attorney. It praises Dr Gillespie as the fit choice for coroner and J H Magoon as the capable prosecutor for law enforcement, highlighting their qualifications and local roots.
A Republican slate from Henry featured Ira M Lish and representatives Kerrick and Ireland praised for their district service. Voters are urged to support the ticket, with Lish highlighted as a strong state senator and the group seen as safeguarding public interests locally, statewide, and nationally.
The article lauds Fred Smith for a decade of public work in Peoria and urges support in the congressional primary. It notes he carried every county in his district and appeals to voters on a progressive platform. It also discusses the role of newspapers and moral principles in politics and includes a testimonial about Foley Kidney Pills.
A reflective piece laments the passing of the versatile editor who ran a small town paper. It traces his daily Labors from writing and editing to printing, distribution, and handling subscriptions. The essay recalls old shop life, the press, and the social role he played before noting his departure and a wish for future innovation.
Readers learn of William T Stead of England and his automatic writing with Julia Ames, a Chicago editor, including references to their posthumous messages and a London spirits post office. The piece notes a local connection to Streator and Riverview Cemetery, plus a legal notice about new advertising markings for papers under a 1909 law.
An old advertisement touts Vinol as a tonic to combat run down conditions overwork worry and cough. It promises easy iron absorption and benefits for digestion sleep and appetite with a money back guarantee after a testimonial from West Scranton.
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