Lena to Observe 60th Black Hawk War Anniversary
Great preparations are under way in Lena for the 60th anniversary observance of the Black Hawk war on June 24. An excursion to Kellogg's Grove will follow on the 25th to the battlefield site. Henry D. Dement will deliver the annual address with other notable figures expected including Judge Altgeld Gov. Peck and former Wisconsin Governor Fairchild.
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Lena
Kellogg’s Grove
Henry D. Dement
State Penitentiary
Altgeld
Chicago
Gov
Peck
Fairchild
Wisconsin
Who Will Be Nominees for President in 1884 Conventions
The piece weighs the possible standard bearers Blaine Harrison and Rusk for the Republicans and Cleveland as the leading Democratic figure. Blaine denies but could accept, Harrison may be nominated easily, Rusk stays quiet, while Cleveland is favored by many yet uncertain. Conventions loom with high interest.
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Blaine
Harrison
Rusk
Cleveland
Hill
Gorman
Boies
Clarkson
Jerry Rusk
Republicans Nominate Strong Ticket in 12th Senate District
The 12th senatorial district Republicans nominate Homer F. Aspinwall for state senator, D. S. Berry for the house seat, and J. McKenzie for the Elizabeth district. Aspinwall, 46, a Florence township farmer, is a longtime Republican organizer. Berry, a rising young legislator, is expected to contend for speaker if the house goes Republican. McKenzie, 32, a lawyer from Elizabeth, is described as a fine orator and strong campaigner. The ticket is confident to win with turnout.
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Homer F. Aspinwall
Florence Township
Stephenson County
Aspinwall
Berry
McKenzie
Elizabeth
Mr. Berry
Freeport Democratic Ticket Nominated by Acclamation
The Freeport Democratic convention of the 6th congressional district nominated H. D. Dennis by acclamation. Candidates for the legislature include G. W. Curtiss and J. M. Brandt opposing Berry and McKenzie, with Capt. Stewart named for state senator. The editorial critiques Dennis and cites local figures like Henry Lichtenberger and C. A. Works, praising the Republican ticket as satisfactory.
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H. D. Dennis
Freeport
Dennis
C. A. Works
G. W. Curtiss
Daviess County
J. M. Brandt
Iis
Jack” Brandt
Berry
Springfield
Capt. Stewart
Wm. Conkrite
Stephenson County
Hitt
Brewster House
J. I. Mershon
Carroll
Rockford
W. A. Boyd
Cal. M. Feezer
Democrat
Henry Lichtenberger
Lichtenberger
Savanna
State Board of Equalization
Three Conventions Held in Freeport for Senate and Congress
Three political conventions gathered in Freeport last Thursday. The Republican senatorial and Democratic senatorial and congressional gatherings produced acclamations for several nominees including H. D. Dennis as congressman and D. S. Berry J. C. McKenzie as representatives. George Curtiss and J. N. Brandt secured Democratic House bids. M. Stoskopf and Captain William Stewart eyed state senate.
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Freeport
Wilcoxon
Opera House
A. M. McKeil
Carroll County
W.H. Barnes
Shannon
H. F. Aspinwall
Hay and driving team offered near Lanark
Sarr. The hay from 37 acres of land 3% miles N E of Lanark. Also a team of light driving horses. Davin WOLF.
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Sarr
Lanark
Chautauqua Circle Meeting and Lanark Notes
The Gazette reports the Chautauqua Circle meets Friday night with Miss Clemmer, and notes social events at the M E Church hosted by the Epworth League. Independence lodge K of P was instituted with 32 candidates. eighty five attendees dined at the Lanark House banquet, with work to finish next week. Local business and notices include property for sale or rent and wool carding services near Lanark.
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Chautauqua
Miss Clemmer
Will Trescott
Rockford
M. E. Church
Epworth League
Independence Lodge K. of P
Savanna Lodge
Lanark House
Runaway Boy Walter Wood Sought by Lanark Guardian
On May 24 1892 Walter Wood aged 11 ran away from home. He is a bound boy and his whereabouts are unknown. Anyone knowing his location or employing him should notify Joan Harmon Lanark NL at once. All persons are warned they have no right to employ or keep him without consent.
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Walter Wood
Joan Harmon
Lanark
Public Sale of Ridgeland farm cattle near Lanark IL
An auction at Ridgeland farm four miles east of Lanark Illinois on Thursday June 16 1892 begins at 1 pm offers 20 shorthorn cows and heifers and 10 bulls for service. Cattle include Kirklevingtons Fennel Duchess Lady Sale Princess Young Phillis Western Lady Carna tions and Young Marys. Cows and heifers will be bred to Bates bulls. special note on Kirklevington Duke 265th 98951. Credit eight months on bankable paper with lunch at noon. D Rowland S Beard auctioneers.
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Ridgeland Farm
Lanark
Lady Sale
D. Rowland
S. Beard
Auc
Investors sought to house exhibitors at the World’s Fair
A Chicago firm P. W. Dorn & Co invites investors to locate money making tenants in rooming houses restaurants hotels and lunch rooms during the World’s Fair. They promise prompt attention to letters or calls and offer full benefit to purchasers. Chicago Illinois address Room 74 Reaper Block.
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P. W. Dorn & Co
Chicago
Reaper Blk
Akron Buckeye Binders and Mowers Repair Line
Akron Buckeye Binders and Mowers offers full repair services for current and new machines. If you plan to buy this season, visit to review repair options before purchasing.
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Akron Buckeye
Windmill and Pump Repair Specialists Highlight Services
A local tradesman advertises expertise in windmills pumps and related repairs. The firm emphasizes installation maintenance and parts for rural water systems. It aims to serve farms homes and small communities with reliable rural water solutions.
Local mill and pump dealer promotes Junior vaneless mill
Advertises exclusive agency for the east half of the county including Chadwick. Promises to repair all kinds of mills and pumps and will install any type to suit the buyer. Encourages readers to call for prices.
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Chadwick
Vapor Stove Promises Safe Instant Ignition and Versatility
A new Vapor Stove claims to be entirely new with no elevated tank tubes or drip cup. It lights instantly and works with any gasoline grade including kerosene mixtures. Advertisers urge buyers to compare this stove before choosing in the Vapor Stove line.
Bargains in Dress Goods and Accessories This Week
We list a line of dress goods at bargain prices including half wool Bedford cards in new shades a yard wide 224 ets single width 4s wool 10 ets cotton bedfords 10 ets apple tissues 1245 ets cantons 1245 ets trims and ribbons very cheap silk umbrellas at 1.50 lace curtains at half price black and cream lace frouncings silk embroideries dress goods marked ray down
Prouty Boots at Lower Prices Draw Carroll County to Store
A fifty dollar reward proclaims that F. C. Prouty can beat all rivals on boots and shoes in Carroll County. The ad claims his stock is new and stylish and priced below auction goods, inviting shoppers to compare and buy daily bargains at his new store.
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Messrs
Wm Hogan
Charlie Price
Chicago
Des Moines
Mr Price
F. C. Prouty
Carroll County
Prouty
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Josepi W. Fiver
Lywan B. Ray
Iwaron
Pearson
Charles W. Davey
Henry L. Wertz
George W. Pirince
Suson Philbrick
Emory Cobb
RH. B. Stinson
Georges Willitsa
Richard Yates
Congress
Robert R. Hitt
A. Wolks
Nomer F. Aspinwall
Daniel 8
Berly
Jc, McKenzie
Davin Wolf
the Gazette
J. Buffington
Jas. H. Larkins
Stevens
Stevens& Beans
F. C. Prouty A
Yeager’s Corner
N. B
Wwe
Cole
Yeager & Son
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