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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1900
Page
2
An apprentice ad seeks two boys to learn printing in Maine Vermont and Oregon as a path to success. The piece then shifts to political notes with McKinley’s policies, horse purchases for China, and a Saratoga meeting featuring J W W Franklin Jay H Magoon Jefferson Durley and local campaign vigor. It ends with debate over the 16 to 1 silver issue and potential gold implications.
Republican gatherings sweep through the county this week with Hon J W Graff speaking at Ua Rowse La Pratria Varna and Henry area venues. Organizers promise a large turnout and patriotic songs as he outlines party principles and urges courteous treatment of opponents.
Edward Page Gaston describes La Fronde a Paris daily journal in two pages of The Woman's Home Companion from Springfield Ohio. The article highlights illustrations and the journal’s feminine management across departments and compares its style to Philadelphia Lady's Home Journal.
Windy conditions delayed opening day but a large crowd witnessed strong speed in 2 82 trot and 2 14 pace with Carrier winning three straight. The Woodman drill by Royal Neighbors of Peoria drew praise, while Peoria and LaSalle teams performed varied military and fancy drills amid crowd noise and minor mishaps.
The report praises the boys for their spirited drill and orderly grounds, with awards listed for La Bulle 1st and Henry 3rd in points. A Magnolia Cornet Band performance enhances the afternoon while H M Neustadt promotes a fall lineup. R M Newsrapr promotes Gotten Wagle Clothing Store with extensive stock and trade stamps.
Protracted Christian church meetings in Putnam led by Evangelist Bennett draw increasing attendance. Thirty plus conversions reported with 15 baptized at Senechwine lake last Monday. Sermons praised for simplicity and power. schedule features nightly talks and Sunday all day services with a fellowship gathering and souvenirs for converts.
The Henry Republican Club organized at City Hall Friday evening with Dr B I Forrest presiding and Dr Cromwell as secretary. Officers named include Ed B. Smith president Geo A Burt vice president J A Williams C R Jones recording secretary L R Kinnear corresponding secretary and C Elsie Spulth treasurer. Adjourned to meet by president’s call.
The Grand Reunion of the Cowboys runs Sept 19 20 21 at Granite Oklahoma then a homeseekers excursion in September with half fare plus 2.00 to the district tickets valid 21 days trains through the Indian Reservation. John Sebastine G P A Chicago Canal.
An advertisement touts Chamberlain's Pain Balm as instantly easing cuts bruises burns and similar injuries. It promises rapid healing with minimal scarring unless injuries are severe and claims additional cures for rheumatism sprains swelling and lameness with sale by Dr Powell.
Journal notes the Democrats of Lacon township will hold a Saturday evening meeting at the courthouse to form a Bryan Alachuler club. The announcement invites all voters who adhere to the Declaration of Independence. The piece questions the phrase and contrasts with Kansas City platform wording.
From S. G. W. Broominatus 1900 letter notes a young Kansas City man Harry Thornton killed when trapped under a wall section at a fire site. It marks the first serious accident in the event and questions the G O P progress as local politics and a Friday meeting are referenced with farewell sign off.
The Woolbine Camp of Roy yal Neighbors invites families to a picnic at Undercliff on Saturday Sept 22. Mrs Minnie Pettey, Recorder, extends the invitation to friends who wish to grow. White's Creamer coltage offered as child tonic aiding digestion and nervous strength. price 5 cents. sold by Dr Powell.
Rev Campbell preaches both services at his church next Sunday. At St Joseph's Catholic Church the first mass is at 9 am with high mass at 11 and benediction at 7:30 pm. L. G. Landenberger reflected on Osbon’s funeral and preached both services. Central Illinois conference, Peoria Presbytery meetings, and new parsonage construction are noted, with Baptist, Presbyterian, and Lutheran activities and a baptismal service at Lake Benachwine led by G. Werver for numerous confirmands.
The St Mary's Catholic church fair and bazaar in Henry attracted large crowds with $1020 net receipts. Prizes were awarded by Rev Fr Kntery to numerous winners including J Watercutt Philip Thomas Mary Fiedler Esther Loretti and more. A variety of items from sewing machines to furniture and silverware were claimed by lucky ticket holders.
A series of small gifts and subscriptions are awarded across Marshall County. Henry Times and six visiting cards go to August Drager while Henry Republican one year and 50 calling cards go to Michael Yaeger. Items from Cannah Jones’s Cash Store, M. L. Coan, Vogelsang Bros, Power Fair Store and others are won by John T. Judd, Fred Merdian, Peter Newhalsen, Mary E. Merdian, Joseph Ziegler, Wim Chestnut, Red Williams and others. The notes mention local political figures including a republican candidate for circuit clerk and a home illumination claim for Wm Ger.
Born at Arkalon on September 9 a son to H. M JORBES and grandson to E. S. Camery of this city.
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