Fragmentary Postmark Notice From Henry Illinois
The read portion indicates a postal notice from Henry Illinois with reference to mail handling and second class matter. Details are incomplete but imply standard mailing status or forwarding note.
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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1890
Page
2
The read portion indicates a postal notice from Henry Illinois with reference to mail handling and second class matter. Details are incomplete but imply standard mailing status or forwarding note.
The Maine Republicans celebrate a larger majority than since 1866 with Speaker Reed elected. In Putnam County convention, a strong ticket is nominated with Augustus Cassell for county judge Amos Purviance for clerk W O Patterson for treasurer Wm Aaena for sheriff and Thomas Gallaher for superintendent. J M Morris wins Stark County sheriff nomination amid enthusiasm and expected victory.
The Katikakee and Lacon Home Journal plan 10 cent per line charges for cards of thanks and resolutions of respect. The Republican marks its 26th year as Ottawa editor and notes its 37 years in printing.
The piece argues the county will be well served by any nominee but emphasizes Clarence H. Watt as the most qualified due to his state teaching certificate and higher educational attainments. It urges merit in electing the best advocate for better schools and teachers.
Harrie E Everett and Miss Eliza QUI wed at the bridge house in Grand Crossing on Wednesday Sept 17 in a Methodist ceremony led by Rev R H Pate. A lavish repast followed, with abundant gifts and flowers as friends wished the couple lasting happiness. Separately, Edward Hummel and Miss Cora M Hulben married at Mr George Hulben’s residence with Ray O Ayling officiating. The newlyweds plan a Chicago trip before joining the Hulben family.
Andrew Renz a Bavarian immigrant and Henry resident died after a paralytic shock left him helpless then a fractured shoulder blade worsened his condition. He served in Co A 48th Illinois during the Civil War and was a Lookout Post member. Funeral at St Mary’s Catholic Church with guard of honor. Survived by wife Magdalene Zeller and two sons and two daughters. He lived in Henry and earlier worked in grain elevator engines and Hanna wagon works. Several siblings and relatives noted with visits from sons Thomas and Andrew and daughter Mary Linninger unable to attend. Funeral Friday at 9 a.m. Father Bank to officiate.
A forthcoming Strauss performance at Boise Hall promises a rare musical treat for enthusiasts. The event, scheduled for Friday, aims to attract all lovers of refined classical music.
Mr A J Diehl leaves Normal for Belleville Kansas his future home and best wishes of friends for prosperity He lived in Illinois eighty five years an extensive farmer with a fine farm near Henry not sold though he may return He is a late war veteran treasured war trophies cannons and campfire tales his departure adds a worthy accession to Belleville socially politically and otherwise
Hold it to the light and reveal the cure claim by showing Kemp's Balsam bottle. The pitch notes no expense spared to use pure ingredients for coughs and colds. Price 60c and 1 sample bottle free, urging comparison with other remedies.
Mrs B M Vail, formerly of this area, died at Forrest after a carbuncle on the neck and subsequent blood poisoning. She leaves husband three daughters and two sons, with the Rock Rapids Iowa relatives. Vail was a harness maker and dealer turned farmer.
Thera Manufacturing Co of Henry secured the contract Monday to install two steam heaters and two boilers for the Lacon court house at a price of 1575 dollars. The firm previously installed the heater and water works at the Logan building at the county farm, earning wide commendation. A supervisors committee praised awarding the project to local county mechanics.
A Columbus Wisconsin man quotes his wife’s 16 month trial with head pain stomach issues and nervous prostration treated by multiple doctors in New York Chicago Philadelphia Cincinnati and Buffalo. He credits one bottle of Dr Miles Restorative Nervine for wonderful relief and urges readers to ask A J E Powell’s drug store for a free trial bottle and Dr Miles’ book on nerves and heart.
The list of recently appointed superintendents for the W C T U includes Evangelistic work Mrs Raymond, juvenile work unknown, press Miss Lucy Harrie, scientific temperance instruction Mrs Locke, temperance literature Mrs Gregory, temperance temple Mrs A B Clark, mothers meetings Mrs Adkinson, suppression of impure literature Mrs Townsend, sup t of narcotics Mrs Hartley, Accent of Union Signal Marla Davis.
Dr Henry Reader of York Nebraska announces with a friend their plan to display farm and garden products at the Beute Fair of Illinois in Peoria. The pair invite old acquaintances from Nebraska’s Henry, Marshall and surrounding counties to visit their Nebraska headquarters exhibit.
Over 60 people were urged to call their druggists for a free trial package of a medicine advertised as a remedy for bad blood liver and kidney issues and constipation. The promotion claims rapid praise from ladies and offers a large-size package for 50 cents.
A Republican received a corn palace souvenir a large car of corn with a red ribbon stem hangable as a house ornament. The October number features engravings including a portrait of a popular poetess and numerous high quality illustrations highlighting merit and timing.
Nelson Clark was severely poisoned after contact with poison ivy while in the woods chasing wild grapes. His hands and parts of his body swelled and broke out in a poisonous rash. His sister managed his school duties near town until his recovery in about 10 to 15 days.
The Frebate Court addresses multiple estates including Jeremiah Trone and John Monier with guardian reports and discharged administrations. Notice and adjustments of claims are approved for G W Parker and others. inventories, final reports, debts listed, and discharges granted. aliens receive final certificates after oath. Qualified claimants include Erwin, Dunne, Hapgood Plow Co, Montgomery, Gallaher, McMurtrie, and McFarland with specified amounts.
The senial district meeting of the W C T U in El Paso Sept 15 16 included representation from most 9th district unions. Officers elected Tuesday afternoon were President Mrs Helen Wrighte Wetecki Corresponding secretary Mrs D son Watseka Financial secretary Mrs Mary Lovett Watseka Recording secretary Ella Painter Metamora Treasurer Nellie Thompson Lacon. Lucy Gaston Lacon named alternate delegate to the national convention in Augusta Ga. Mrs L S Rounds state president spoke Tuesday night.
Mr O BH Morris of Newark Arkansas was told his lung condition was hopeless but after using Dr King's New Discovery for consumption he recovered enough to work his farm and praises it as the finest medicine. Jesse Middlewart of Decatur Ohio credits the remedy with saving his life and health after near death from lung trouble. Sample bottles are available at local drug stores.
A personal notice invites the recipient to review a paper and consider its value in reading matter. It asserts the publication offers ten times its subscription price in pure, fresh content across its departments, encouraging subscription.
Mr J Reynolds of Mayfield Kentucky says St Patrick’s Pills are superior to any previously used. He praises their gentle action and cleansing effect and recommends them for cathartic use and liver disorders. For sale by J W Niece.
J. R. Veach rector and wife with daughter Ethal depart Putnam for West Virginia to visit his parents and relatives. They plan a month away and are wished a safe journey and pleasant trip.
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