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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1900
Page
2
Republican candidate for Congress J Graft schedules talk dates at multiple towns September 12 to 18 while a Minneapolis Journal note recalls 1896 pledge to end European borrowing. Miss Mary L Boice writes from California about Henry public school ties and nostalgia for the silver dollar and gold standard debates.
The Republican seeks a boy to learn the sprinting business, offering a stepping stone to fame and fortune. It promises development of both mechanical and intellectual skills. Apply at once.
The Putnam county Republican delegate convention met in Hennepin to nominate candidates for county offices for the November election. J B Albert chaired. Willis Mills acted as temporary chairman. Balloting yielded Dr Taylor for Coroner, Dr Caylor nominated, and A McNabb chosen as Surveyor amid a smooth session.
Mrs Salisbury, wife of Henry Salisbury Jr, attempted self harm with a 22 caliber pistol early Sunday. Neighbors heard shots as she shot herself in the left breast but doctors say no vital parts were injured and she is recovering.
Delegates from multiple townships empowered their full vote as the convention formalized into a permanent organization. A ballot for Clerk of the Circuit Court produced Jefferson Durley and Miss Downey as leading candidates, with ticket support solidified for November. County committees were named including Albert, Stanton, McNabb, Stickel, Fisher, and others.
A Times-Record special on Aledo covers town businesses and residents with portraits. It highlights Dr John M Davis, a Henry native and Iowa State University dental graduate of 1899, now practicing in Aledo with a bank street office and nitrous oxide apparatus.
Henry Li settles with American Insurance Co for $200 on barn and $358 on grain hay and other property from August fire. He confirms full payment and notes no 60 day wait, countering impression of payment delay. W H German signs statement to neighbors and friends.
An old box label for Genina Lexative Bromo Quinine Tablets touts a claimed cure for a cold. The wording resembles early patent medicine advertising with emphasis on the remedy’s universal salve like benefits.
Race meeting at La Salle faced cancellation due to unable to fill events but late entries prompted a one day renewal on Labor Day. Muddy track affected afternoon results though the highlight was a thrilling mile dash won by the white rider aboard Elwin with Pepper and Mildrew close behind.
The Presbyterian and M E churches report worship attendance, baptisms, and membership, with Rev Landenberger delivering sermons on The Bible a Spiritual Book. The Wedding Fair and Epworth League events draw crowds, while ministers Bennett Weaver and family prepare for travel and outreach at Putnam Lake and Peoria.
The placid afternoon picnic pleased all, with Mr Trandenberger and his family contributing to the event. Mr Landenberger, a great children’s man, engaged the youngsters in games and ensured a cheerful gathering. Ladies and other guests including Maud Tabor Mrs Holmes and families enjoyed the friendly afternoon.
Richard Tre main and James Porrey invited John Reed in Mis Parentreetity when a playful stallion kicked Reed, fracturing jaw bones and lacerating the throat and chest. He was carried home unconscious and treated by Dr Johnson. nourishment required via tube after jaw was repaired. Recovery will be lengthy.
The September issue of McClure's Magazine features Lieut Commander James C. Dilmore’s concluding paper detailing how he prevented a Filipino general from executing the party. He describes officers’ illnesses, a crucifix's influence, and how an armed savage rescue saved the group in a Robinson Crusoe like narrative with lively illustrations.
Democrats met at city hall last Saturday evening to organize a new Byron Alsehuler Black club. C. A. Frommelt served as chairman with F A Fiedler as clerk. Officers elected include President C A Frommelt and vice presidents Dr EK, A Hall, R F Burt, B Yaeger. Peter Harrington named Recording Secretary, John C Lord as Corresponding Secretary, and H H Mitchman as Treasurer. Meeting adjourned on call of the president.
Saratoga Republicans met in the town hall on Monday September 3 and formed the Yatee Fort marching club with 32 members. The club plans to meet Wednesday evening September 7 with torches available. A drum corps will assist in drilling as they expect to participate in the Graff meeting at La Prairie on September 14.
The first day total reached 602, with changes to the building and office, and a new language chart by Alice Woodworth Cooley praised as practical and up to date. Miss Roach begins as principal Monday, while eighth graders share space to ease grammar room shortages. Vera Camery suffers a knee injury but improves.
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