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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1915
Page
5
Weir area items report Henry Greys champions at Joliet with a 10 to 5 victory. Weir residents include R Applen visiting Mackinaw, Chas Loomis visiting Marseilles, and local schools opening under several teachers. Public notices cover farm, Lake front property disputes, and a Sept 16 1916 column of community tidbits and local happenings.
Commissioners authorize seven miles of road work extending from Mendota township. Observers note community events at the Mendota fair with 33 entries by mothers in the baby show and prize drawings by the Germania bank. Other items include local car owners, farm sales, and social notices.
Board of Supervisors this week will select a county mine inspector a superintendent for the county farm and a courthouse janitor. Republicans are likely to carry the choices. Starved Rock picnic plans were reported with several local families attending despite some from Chicago missing the trip due to rain.
Our opening display yesterday attracted many customers to preview fall styles. Leadership shown in releasing new designs combined with our reputation for extremely low prices. Efforts to secure and offer best values in trimmed hats ensure buyers find the right hat for early fall gowns or suits, with exclusive styles available.
Our showing of new Fall Suits and Coats has met popular approval and favorable remarks. Watercott's Suits and Coats have snap and go from quality material and high class workmanship. Visit to see them and be convinced we offer quality and cost savings.
The notice advises customers to prepare for cooler weather with heavier undergarments as September approaches. It signals full fall lines are now on display and urges ready supply for instant wear at night.
R. B. Fashion showcases clothes with a pedigree emphasizing maker reputations fabrics and workmanship. Garments promise guaranteed quality, crafted in fine tailoring shops from reliable fabrics and specially tailored for the store. Wearing them is described as a pleasure and a satisfaction to own.
The advertisement touts fall footwear with late styles and reasonable prices. It claims years of experience guiding stock to meet public wants and notes summer customers returning for fall shoes, inviting shoppers to try and return.
September 28 29 30 October 1 marks a high speed matchup between two leading state teams. Top players from both sides compete under season stakes, with local fans invited to witness a marquee series expected to draw strong attendance and spirited rivalry.
James Burt and family took an auto trip to Dixon to visit relatives. Joseph Ironmonger of Glenwood, Iowa, visits his mother and siblings. Ads promote Cole’s Hot Blast Heaters and Riverside Range deals. Full blood Hampshire and Poland China boars for sale. Mrs Blandin and Lulu Dusty visit Peoria guests of the Brokaws. University course notes and fall term dates. A funeral for Mrs. Bad y Willabrand is mentioned. A full line of Wear-Ever Aluminum Ware at Molter Bros. Presbyterian En der Society home bake sale. Coal usage reports cite a Well Warm Air Furnace. County officials reappointed mine inspector, new farm superintendent George Wiley. Mail carrier James McAleer begins vacation. Richard Reed fills route. Local talk on securing funding for fall race meetings. John Taylor’s wife’s death referenced and property cash conversion efforts noted.
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