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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1892
Page
2
Large numbers of citizens attend the state fair with special trains and boats at low rates. Peoria sees daily arrivals and full trains with 10 to 12 coaches. A Republican rally at Whitefield Corners tomorrow features Gen Henderson and H K Wheeler. marching clubs will appear. two major speeches are promised.
The Putnam Co surveyor D B Turner seeks re election after 13 years in office. He preserved historic field notes from John P Blake and James Blake by copying them into new county records. A letter from James P Blake praises the notes and urges their continued preservation for the county forever.
The Carlin family, hardworking farmers in Whitefield, report a bee attack on a three horse team plowing. Win Garlin was thrown from the implement while a rein was pulled to stop the animals. The inside horse was fatally wounded and shot. The valued mare was estimated at $160 and the family laments the loss.
It is education that makes the difference between the men who dig in the ditch and the man who bosses the job. It is the superior qualities of Ayer's Sarsaparilla that gives it its acknowledged pre-eminence over all other blood-purifiers.
Theodore Smith of Johnson county, Nebraska, a prosperous farmer and former I Koehler & Co. employee, has been unanimously selected by Johnson county Republicans as a candidate for the state legislature. The Tecumseh Chieftain predicts his nomination at the forthcoming float representative convention in Auburn, noting his strong republican record and trusted, decisive judgment.
The Marshall County Teachers Association gathered at Wenona High School on Saturday September 24 with solid turnout from Marshall and neighboring counties. Officers elected include President I M Ong, Vice Presidents Alden and Mountjoy, and Misses Barton Green and Secretary E L Helper. Afternoon sessions featured pedagogy classes, Reading Circle work, and papers on natural science in public schools, with thanks extended to Wenona for hospitality and a note that future events will be self-supported. Adjournment set for Washburn on October 22.
Hood's Pills are purely vegetable, perfectly harmless and effective, causing no pain or gripe. Be sure to get Hood's.
A period advertisement urges keeping Kirkpatrick's Kolera Kure in the home, claiming it relieves cholera morbus quickly after late night pains and long doctor trips. It contrasts tariff debates with immediate local health need and promotes the bottle as essential.
The County Committee invites all temperance supporters to attend meetings in Henry on Monday Oct 3 Sparland on Tuesday Oct 4 Lawn Ridge on Oct 5 and 6 Speakers Jones and Peterbaugh of Mackinaw will present sound arguments and promise courteous treatment and a good time for all attendees.
A fall cold lingering into winter may cause catarrh or chronic bronchitis. Chamberlain s Cough Remedy 50 cents cures colds. J W Niece and Francis D B Curtis sell and publish. Curtis launches The Republican Magazine to promote republican principles. editor asks J M Kirkpatrick to promote it locally with sample copies. O H Coulter editor Western Veteran and family visited, praising Kansas for Harrison. they left for Topeka after a Grand Army men gathering.
Mary Annie Pendleton oldest daughter of Rev H G Pendleton died in Kankakee last Friday from consumption. Born October 27 184, she graduated at Oxford. Survived by three sisters Clara Pendleton professor at Oberlin Lizzie Pendleton teacher at Wooster College and Mrs Ralph Lewis of Keokuk Iowa. Funeral held at Congregational church in Chenoa Sunday at 11 am with Bear Wikoff state evangelist officiating.
Henry Applen's trotters took laurels at Walnut last week Arkansas Traveler won first in the 40 race from a field of good horses including Hatfield He then trotted second with Lord Lanning whose record 3434 in a free for all keeping a close second and near the saddle Little Silver placed second in one race and third in another These horses are rising quickly and their owner is proud
Classified style notice describes St Patrick s Pills as a pleasant cathartic and liver remedy priced at 25 cents per box sold by J W Niece. The item is followed by a brief local note about William Kellogg returning home to Greenwood county after 20 years away, visiting relatives and brothers Charles and I W Camory near his family homestead.
G C Griswold shipped several at off Lightprefer and Langshoe to the state fair and A G Humphr sent coops of Dark Brains and other fancy fowls. Griswold reports losing his best cockerel the night before, a winner valued at $18. Both gentlemen will display poultry with good points and expect to be winners.
Dr Miles's Pills speedily cure biliousness bad taste torpid liver piles constipation. Unequaled for men women children. Smallest mildest surest. 50 doses 25 cts. Samples free at J E & F A Powell's Drug Store Henry Ils.
A suit brought by First National Bank of Henry against John P. Bracken of Putnam over a promissory note for 144 dollars and 20 cents concluded yesterday before Justice Morgan. The jury found for the defendant. Pot ter led for the plaintiff, T. F. Clover for the defense.
Latest samples for wedding, dances, birthdays and all anniversaries advertised with engraving options. Visit The Republican office for frst class printing and engraving services.
James Swift known as Louise Swift died at his home near Kitefield Corners after years of illness at age 78. A pioneer resident for almost six decades, he married Fosdick and leaves seven children. He served as justice of the peace and was a humorous, respected neighbor and occasional newspaper contributor. Funeral services were at Whitefield Center M. J. church with Rev Dille officiating. The Magnolia Grange Fair near Clear Creek drew large crowds, with strong displays in crops, vegetables, floral and handiwork, cattle and horses, and a well-received dinner, leaving organizers hopeful of debt relief.
Buckien Arnica Salve touted as cures for bruises sores ulcers and skin eruptions with a money back guarantee. Also notes Powell’s Drug Store sells it and reports on a civil suit in Bureau Junction where Trad Long sues the village for damages over a wagon accident. The jury was split with a possible second trial. Also endorsements for St Patrick’s Pills and a local correspondent’s quip about Rex river whistleers.
Henry Yaeger announces the sale of a Tonto described item through sole agent Henry Yaeger DL. The purchase details are limited in the record, with the note indicating Yaeger as the selling agent and the object referenced as Tonto.
Married at Wen Bept 7 in Eureka. HARVEY MOORE of Eureka wed CORA Ong, daughter of William and Macy Ong of Wenona North Abilene Kansas. Ceremony Sept 18 at the bride’s parents residence. Attended by J A H and ME, daughter of Mason Sesly formerly of this county.
Obituaries record Mrs Emeline Davis aged about 70 dying September 21 and infant REIN, with burial at Magnolia. Other lines mention August 4 76 year old widow of Theophilus Cellor and pastor Theophilus Renne, and burial details for H G Bee-related family. Fragmented text notes Beip of consumption and local funeral notices, with burials at Magnolia and nearby cemeteries.
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