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Newspaper
Lanark Gazette
Location
Lanark, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1892
Page
8
Diplomatic relations between the United States and Italy are to be resumed and Baron Fava is on his way back to Washington. The crop of hand organs and monkeys will be as large as usual this year.
The House approved a bill to pension Black Hawk War survivors though few remain. Hon. Geo L Hoffman of Mt Carroll served on the platform committee at the state convention and helped draft the platform as one of seven sub committee members.
Chauncey M. Depew of New York has publicly endorsed women's suffrage, signaling growing support. The era nears when women will vote, a trend seen as inevitable by observers.
Arrangements are under way for a reunion of Black Hawk War survivors at Lena on June 24 and 25. An excursion to the Black Hawk monument in Kent township will take place on the 25th, honoring Kellogg's Grove battle site.
The state convention Republicans took a firm stand on the school question. They admit the current compulsory law has faults but defend the principal. D. Berrys speech to the platform committee echoed his Mt. Carroll county convention address.
The Illinois Young Republicans are strong on the state ticket adding energy to the campaign. Attorney general nominee Geo W Prince is 38, congressman at large candidate George W Willitts is 35, and Dick Yates is under 32. They face strong Democratic opponents including Gen John C Black, pension commissioner under Cleveland.
Delegates at Democratic and Springfield conventions ignored county directives on key races. Stephenson county backed Neiman over Wright for state committee, Cook county pushed for Yates, Ed Glotfelty and others voting to secure his nomination, while Carroll county supported Fuller. Edits sparked indignation and explanations from Geo Hoffman.
C M Saltzer renews his Gazette subscription in Lanark Chambers Grove. Gus. Roland heads to Rock Falls for summer work. County officers Hoffman Renner Tallman visit. Sword photographed 69 ladies. Lafferty Bray sold woolen mill stock in Chicago. Knecht the photographer welcomed a 10 pound son. High School Festival 1892 scheduled next Friday rain or shine. Frank Eckerle to bicycle to Auction Store when roads permit. Rev A F Houser closed Punxsutawney meeting. 148 came forward, 121 joined churches. C L S C to meet with Miss Clemmer. German Literature topics listed. Howell’s Elevator likely staged by local C L S C. George Garland improving from rheumatism. may return soon. Italian orchestra on streets. dance at Sherwood’s Hall planned. Sermon On the Fence at Christian Church next Sunday at 8. Silver Medal contest postponed by rain, held last night. Edith Grossman won. C L S C social at Miss Althea Noble’s. twenty five beans used to bid for souvenir packages.
John F Demmon a respected Mt Carroll resident died at home May 5 at age 64. Born in Hartford Vermont he taught school early and moved to this state forty years ago. He lived in Warren during the cholera years, entered homestead work in 1860s, settled here in 1862 and married in 1865. Survived by wife and four children. funeral at family residence led by Rev Keagle and Prof W A Pratt, with interment in Morrison.
George Cheesman aged 77 died peacefully at his Shannon home on May 6 after a life as one of Carroll County’s oldest settlers. Born in West Kent England on December 25 1814 he married in 1842 and left eleven children, ten surviving. He located in Lima then Shannon township circa 1858 and was remembered as industrious, kind, and devout. The funeral was held at Shannon Dunkard Church Sunday with many attendees.
J H Scurtiner announces seven colts by Joe Moreland in the area. Five Moreland trotters to be shown at fall county fair with a free service for the owner of the best of the five. The owner of the first entry in the 2:30 class to receive 100 dollars in gold. Cut this offer out and paste in your hat.
Crowded shop advertises newest styles with quality fashion in dress goods trimmings lace curtains Brussels shades and shoes. It touts lower prices and complete stock in a first class establishment inviting customers to call and compare.
The Rush For bargains continues at F C Prouty s new popular Shoe Store promising low prices and savings for Lanark and nearby shoppers. A 30 day reduction sale still has 20 days left with numerous specials including Oxford shoes Calf Shoes Boots and kids options contrasted by strong value and a store already a household word in the community.
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