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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1897
Page
6
Thompson & Son report ore from Cripple Creek Colo. yielding 7705 per ton while Toluca miners resume at 64 cents per ton. Local deaths include Wm Fairbanks of Lacon. Reports cover road work, sidewalk projects, church property sales, and a county fair horse show with major wins by Burgess & Son.
Van Antwerp and many friends announce sale of their residence in Sparland. A five room house with cellar, stable and outbuildings, summer kitchen, about three acres of well stocked ground with choice fruit trees, bordered by a 60 foot street. Apply to G W Zimmerman.
From An Old Soldier in Knox Indiana dated January 14 1897 a 72 year old veteran praises Syrup of Pepsin saying it cured his stomach troubles and outperformed a hundred doctors. He signs as Jurreasom Wilhelm.
Chas Kline arrived home from a visit. Mrs French's Show met with praise. Anns Baugh spent the weekend with relatives. Mr and Mrs E Hofer hosted a pleasant Friday visit. Al Festwood hosted Jimmy Mooney from Chillicothe. Nut gathering is popular though nuts are not fully ripe. Mr Meister attended a sister-in-law's funeral in Strawn. Rev Whitmer preached at the school house. Thomas McAleer buys for Forrest Bros in the chicken trade. A Hannum keeps up road work. Whitefield Township 8 8 Convention set for October 10 at the M E Church. Delber Marshall entertained Frank Baker from Nebraska with western horses. Editor seen in the area en route to the county farm. Sympathy offered to the Gallup family. Notes on a sweet, bright girl’s passing. Mr and Mrs Kuht of Clifton NL report a new home in Chicago. News recalls a young lady’s long suffering and peaceful release to heaven.
Weather pleasant as Melvin Runnells distributes his “me rads” with baking powder. Frank Wall in Milo suffers a run away and arm injury. Mayo Kirkpatrick of Henry sang at WW's entertainment and visited Lillian Runnells. Rev Clark and wife returned from conference. Willing Worker event well received with fine music and recitations. Edward Petegrew of East Silo ill and fading. A family photo was planned but postponed. a barn collapse and home break in disrupted the day.
A quiet wedding occurred at the McKeon home with Robert Goodin and Mary Ida McKoon uniting in marriage before a small guest list. Soon after, the Swift family mourns as Vera May Swift is found dead in the yard, believed caused by a brain issue, with funeral services held at the local church and burial in the Center family lot.
Mrs Addie Tanquary improves daily while visiting G Burson of Princeton at Addison Tanquary. Sarah Tanquary visits from Pontiac. Bertha Tanquary visits Whitefield Corners. No preaching at Bethel due to new preacher’s delay. Rev DeClark leaves for New Boston. Rev James takes over at Sparland next Sunday. Town invites everyone to hear him at 8 Bar 10 o'clock.
Will Leech and J B Davis visited Princeton last week. L H Darley and daughter Rey spent Monday in Princeton. Adam Deck the jeweler tours Iowa for real estate interests. Albert Leech and wife of Chicago visit relatives in Hennepin. Mrs H K Zener and Mrs Speer host guests including Dr Marrett’s daughter. Art McLean and Henry O Neill collide at High and Court. no injuries reported though horse likely to die.
Jody Thompson quiet for a day or two. Marshall Downey visited friends Sunday. Mrs R J Anderson visits her son in Chillicothe. Helyn Snyder spent weekend with Granville friends. Grange Fair attendees totaling ten. Mr and Mrs Adam Smith of Harmon visited with his parents. Mr and Mrs Wm Murphy visiting Adam Smith in Harmon. Lyman Loomis and Mrs Southard attended a funeral at Whitefield for Art Swift's child. Myrtle McClary attended the fair then went to herville. Mayme and Anna Parker hosted friends for rag sewing Saturday. A Mr Calhoun and family will move here soon to teach in Bracken district this winter. Mrs Niles of Wisconsin in town seeking members for traveling library but not enough. Christian church sets Sunday topics at 11 ob: The Object of Human Existence. 7.30 Jesus Christ Maketh Thee Whole. C E social at Kelso home Wednesday night with oysters planned. Due to large school attendance another teacher is needed to assist Mr Stipp until Miss Finley begins teaching. Shepard of Granville hired as assistant and starts Monday.
An advertisement touts Grain-O a pure grain drink as a coffee substitute sold in groceries. It claims broad suitability from children to adults, with gentle digestion and lower cost, pricing at 34 and 150 per package.
Lewis Simpson of Henry appeared as a caller in town last week. W EH Stever and family visited Mrs Bobbitt and Etta on Sabbath. Newton Bean and wife with a lady friend spent the week in town. Mrs Ramsey departed for Kansas to see two sons. R W Spencer offered groceries and notions on Main Street. J J Ramsay again on the streets. A sermon was delivered to an appreciative audience. Mr Clara Roberta and daughter left for Idwa after months with relatives. Mrs Kate Keller Mrs Mary Fyffe and John Poyner visited friends Monday. A farewell party at the parsonage honored John’s brother and sister and families.
Advertisement touts Electric Bitters as the best remedy for restoring tired nerves and vigor. It claims the vegetable formula tones nerve centers, stimulates liver and kidneys, aids digestion, improves appetite, and purifies blood. Sold for 50c or 1.00 per bottle at Dr Powell's drug store.
A Florid village summary notes a quiet week with church attendance small and Rev Daniel Breeze’s tenure ending Oct 1. Reports mention visits by W. E. Hawthorne, apple and pear premiums at the Grange Fair, and local Presbyterians at Troy Grove. Rural advice and cautionary sayings fill the rest of the page along with a broken horse incident.
The text humorously warns against boastful talk while recounting rural misfortunes. Mr and Mrs Charles Nash enjoyed a social that ended well for friends. Gill Leech’s team ran away injuring a horse. Adam Delinger was thrown when his mower horses ran away. Adam recovered belief in life insurance after the incident.
Mt Palatine Ladies Circle met with Mrs YWannie Davis last Wednesday. Carrie, Jessie and Tommy Corwin of Pereepapl Ronday visited. The Union church is being shingled by Hare Henry and Eddie Gunn. Freida Neiburg and Jennie Miller spent Sunday at their homes in Spring alley. Mr and Bill Giger and daughter Lottie of Peru visited Geo Koehler Friday. Miss Clar Gunn reported on the O. E. convention at Odell. James Laughlin and wife of Princeton attended Grange Fair and visited relatives. Agnea Wolfe of Nebraska is helping care for her ill father Mr Laurente with consumption.
Bucklien offers Arnica Salve claiming it cures rheum fevers sores chilblains corns and all skin eruptions and piles with a money back guarantee. Sold by Dr Powell at five cents per box.
Susan Wierman remains ill for several days. Local families discuss visits and travel from Varna to Ann Arbor and Springfield State Fair. Lydia Price returned to Normal, and a Young People’s Meeting plans Bible study.
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