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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1883
Page
5
Local snippets report on Metamora court house concerns and Mrs Whitney visiting Henry friends in Americus Kansas. Brevity covers twine harvester production, Boston clothing buyers in town, New Hampshire postal telegraph move, and a Rome-style chariot race tour with Barnum figures. Emigration plans from Ireland to Canada loom, while hunting seasons and a LaSalle soldiers reunion are noted.
The Illinois river and canal vessels dispute U S inspection powers as Judge Luce and Judge Lovey challenge enforcement. Officials argue Illinois waters are state controlled and not subject to federal enrollment and license rules. The Illinois steamer Illinois is praised for safety and planned to remain properly manned without triggering federal oversight.
The Board of Education met Monday August 27 with all members present except McNeal. Minutes were read and approved. Bills from J W Niece Walosdick Crawford Hartley Camory Goltra and others totaled 131 73 and were allowed. The 1883 84 school year was outlined in three terms. A $25 reward was offered for trespassers on school grounds. Joseph N Krenz secretary.
An old advertisement touts Bucklen’s Arnica Salve as a world wonder ready to heal burns bruises cuts ulcers fever sores and skin eruptions with a money back guarantee. Sold by J E and F A Powell. Corner shop listing notes price 25 cents per box.
Al K Casse, longtime employee of J N Beene’s harness shop, opens a Sparland harness shop. He is praised as a skilled worker with good character and potential patronage due to industry and careful management. Edward Hummell of this city secures a clerkship with Schipper & Blook in Peoria, starting September 1, noted as a top salesman.
J. A. Coulter of Saratoge has been under Dr. Keath’s care in Peoria and has returned home greatly improved with hope for future benefit. He will go back to Peoria for further treatment, to be absent some time. Dr Kalb has removed a scirrhus tumor from the left foot of Mea Marshall Vancourt residing on the east side of the river.
Senate rivals clash over tariff revision with Hoar and Bac urging free trade or protectionist tweaks. Illinois GOP hints Blaine for president, while peculiar bits note Byron de Or sold, Cole's salve and Knox college students joining Starved Rock events. Dr King’s New Discovery trial bottles advertised. City hotel stables styled by Will Duke.
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