Local notes from Sullivan and nearby towns
Mr J C Wolfe visited in Terre Haute last week Counsellor P H Blue is spending the week at Buell City Mr W G Lyon of Chicago was in Sullivan this week Judge Buff will open court in Bloomfield Monday next Mrs Fred Briggs recovering Edna Burks gave a party Dr J R R Hinkley returned from Maroon Ills Clarence Parks reading medicine with Dr S D Weir J C Briggs formed law partnership with W C Hultz Esq Renew your subscription to Tus Sullivan Truss Several other visits and legal business notes plus crime and repairs updates
Groundhog Sees Shadow Hints At Mild Winter
Groundhog emerges on Monday and predicts a mild winter after inspecting its shadow and retreating into its burrow. The playful creature reflects on seasonal forecasts in a lighthearted local note.
Revival services and church hours announced
Christian Church schedules services next Lord's Day at 10 30 and 6 30 with an evening sermon titled Stained Hands that cannot be cleaned. Revival meetings at the M E church continue through the week with increasing interest and hours at 2 p m and 7 p m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christian Church
M. E. Church
M. BE
M. S. Heavenridge
Wanted Horses Mares and Mules for Southern Market
Russell and Glass announce they will pay cash for horses mares and mules for the Southern market. The notice seeks owners to sell and deliver stock to the buyers immediately.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russell & Glass
Miller tribute tree tops local farm lore
John J. Miller Jr. sent a lone hickory tree from his Bloomfield area farm measuring four feet four inches across the stump and extending fifty five feet to the first limb. The note wonders who can beat the record.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bloomfield News
John J. Miller, Jr
For Sale or Trade Piano Bargain
For sale or trade a Hallett and Davis piano. It cost $750 new and is worth more than any $500 instrument. Will be sold for cash or traded for stock at a bargain. For particulars inquire of Wm. Jayes or at this office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hallett & Davis
Wm. Jayes
Local Domestics and Legal Notices Round Sullivan
Mr Wolfe sells his interest to Mr Bushell and joins Bushell & Bro. Habeas petition for Joseph Bell dismissed. Bell to remain jailed until next term. Sullivan burial attendance by Topeka visitor Noah Conkle. Dressmaker Lou Perrow returns to serve old customers from North Court. Washington Monument dedicatory services invited Feb 21 with church services Sunday. Seed catalog from Harris of Rochester 1885 available. For sale: Winchester 38 cal rifle, 16 cartridges, 1000 yd range. Rev Macfarlane to hold weekly services. Scott Maple's office refitted. Presbyterian supper returns over $91. American sewing machine agent DeVol promotes sale. Dr Jameson to visit Sullivan Feb 15 for eye ear catarrh care. one week free treatment if unsatisfied. Standard Fire Office reinsured. Fred Briggs authorized to issue policies.
Improvements Planned at Fair Grounds This Year
Daviess County Democrat reports favorable weather will trigger work on fair grounds. Plans include an ampitheater new floral hall several stalls and track railing plus other building improvements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daviess County
Governor appoints commissioners to National Agricultural Association
Governor Gray names a slate of commissioners from Indiana including Thomas Nelson Bloomingdale Joseph Gilbert Fair land J P McDonald Columbia City Robert Mitchell Princeton Aaron Jones South Bend L B Custer Logan sport Elijah Howland J B Con ner Indianapolis and T J Mann Sullivan for the National Agricultural Association meeting in New Orleans on the 10th inst.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Gray
Thomas Nelson
Bloomingdale
Joseph Gilbert
Fairland
J. P. McDonald
Columbia City
Robert Mitchell
Princeton
Aaron Jones
South Bend
L. B. Custer
Logansport
Elijah Howland
J. B. Conner
T. J. Mann
Sullivan
National Agricultural Association
New Orleans
Couple Nearly Lose Lives From Coal Stove Gas
Mr and Mrs Geo Bauer narrowly escaped a fatal gas incident after a Tuesday night fire from a hard coal stove. Mr Bauer awoke Wednesday dazed and unable to walk, crawled to the door, then to a sofa where he lay unconscious for about an hour. He finally roused enough to alert neighbors and call Dr J R Hinkle. Mrs Bauer remained unconscious until nearly noon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Geo. Bauer
Mr. Bauer
Dr. J. R. Hinkle
Mrs. Bauer
Bedford Democrat rises after paper suspensions in Bedford
The Bedford Star and Banner have ceased operations, paving the way for the Bedford Democrat to claim the local field. Vandalia railroad settled with relatives of C C Hill from the Terre Haute wreck for $2000, releasing further claims and filing records in Sullivan Circuit Court. Albert Wittenmeyer of Busseron township netted a monster wild cat eighteen inches high and nearly four feet long after a chase with a dog on the Threlkeld place along the Terre Haute road. the animal was killed with an axe and is on display at Fred Muller’s.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vincennes Sun
Bedford Star and Banner
Bedford Democrat
Vandalia Railroad
C. C. Hill
Terre Haute
Five travelers sail to World’s Exposition from St Louis
Messrs. T. J. Mann M. B. Wilson Joseph Reed W. C. Jamison and J Briggs leave Friday for St Louis to board the Baton Rouge bound for New Orleans. The round trip costs $29 each with five days aboard included. Extra days incur extra board, making the trip pleasant and inexpensive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs
T. J. Mann
M. B. Wilson
Joseph Reed
J. ©. Briggs
St. Louis
Baton Rouge
New Orleans
Stewart’s Insurance Agency Keeps Old Stand Open
L Stewart's Sons have received commissions of appointment for the agency of all the Old Reliable Insurance Companies. They will continue the business at the old stand over So Goodman's clothing store and invite calls before placing insurance. Their reputation as the most reliable in this county is long established and they promise prompt payment of losses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. Stewart
Goodman’s Clothing
Sherman moves grocer stock near McCammon Hotel
Sherman relocates his grocery stock to the first building east of the McCammon Hotel and, after cutting expenses, offers goods cheap for cash or country produce. He seeks a few well dressed hogs weekly and will pay the highest cash price.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sherman
McCammon Hotel
Amendment No I proposed to Section 14 Article 5
Senator Ernest proposed a joint resolution to amend the Constitution adding a proviso giving the Governor power to disapprove any appropriation item and void unapproved items unless repassed by both Houses. The measure would be designated Amendment No I when submitted to voters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Ernest Offered
Munday
Catholic Home Almanac Recommended by Readers
In high praise the almanac is called the finest seen with design and color plates on the title page. It offers Prose and Verse, Tales, Anecdotes, Short Poems, Biographies, Sketches, and Astronomical Calculations. Benziger Brothers publish it for 25 cents, free by mail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benziger Brothers, Publishers
L. B
Cincinnati
O. Price
Indiana State Treasurer inquiry confirms funds balance
The legislative committee, including Senators Foulke McCullough Hilligass Lindley and Smith and Representatives Sayre Patton Gooding McMullen Brownlee, checked Auditor and Treasurer records and found $486 581.04 should be with the Treasurer while cash and deposits amount to $491 992.94. A subcommittee will verify bank holdings at First National Meridian National and Merchants National Banks and report further.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Foulke
McCullough
Hilligass
Lindley
Smith
Jennings
Sayre
Patton
Gooding
McMullen
Brownlee
Birthday Dinner for Mrs Deckard in 1885
On January 29 1885 Mrs John Deckard was surprised by about 100 relatives and friends with a feast and many gifts including silk aprons pins dresses cashmere shawls and household items. The event reflected neighborly warmth and sociable spirit in the community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Deckard
Sarah Wolfe
Martha Deckard
Nan Exline
Geo. Deckard
Kizzie Pitcher
James Deckard
Ann Clayton
Peggie Empson
Jno
W. Deckard
Bertie Walters
Eliza Miller
Chambers
Amanda Saucerman
Janie Deckard
Ejla Empson
Jacob Muller
Burrel Deckard
Florence Thornhill
Lampoon Deckard
Araminie Deckard
James Smith
Matilda Walters
Mrs. Chambers
Mr. Stanley
Martha ‘Heckard
Kigszie Pitcher
Round Trip Washington Tickets For Cleveland Inauguration
The E. and T. H. K. R. offer round trip tickets to Washington D C for President Cleveland's Inauguration at Sullivan for 19 75 dollars. Tickets valid Feb 28 to Mar 3 and return by Mar 10 1885. G P A D Grammer directs the sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington D. C
Cleveland
Sullivan
Washington
D. Grammer G. P
Supreme court ruling on sheriffs pay for jail upkeep
The Indiana supreme court holds in Bynum versus Greene County Board that sheriffs are not entitled to an allowance for keeping jail and premises orderly. Counties often provide such allowances, and related cases are pending.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Supreme Court
Bynum
Inauguration Travel by Ohio & Mississippi Railway
The Ohio and Mississippi Railway offers the best route to the National Capital for inauguration travelers. It traverses Alleghany scenery, is the shortest direct line, and provides through cars to Washington with no changes. Two daily trains run from St Louis to Washington and Baltimore. inquire at O. and M. Rys Agents or at Vincennes Indiana for excursion rates and full details.
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Ohio & Mississippi Railway
National Capital
Alleghany Range
Washington
St. Louis
Baltimore
W. B. Hallistep
Trav
Vincennes
Ind
Memorial Service for Schuyler Colfax by Sullivan Lodge
Sullivan Lodge No. 147 I. O. F. held a memorial for deceased brother Schuyler Colfax at the Af. EE. church. Resolutions praised Colfax as Grand Master and Grand Representative, urged mourning drape of emblems for 30 days, and directed copies to county papers. Committee members J M Lana A Carson St B Maron and Wm Joyce signed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sullivan Lodge of Odd Fellows
Schuyler Colfax
Af. EE
Sullivan Lodge No
Odd Fellowship
Indiana
Odd Fellows
P. G. Rep. Schuyler Colfax
Colfax
Paxton Notes of Movements and Visits
Dr. H H Peyton visited the county seat on Monday. Chas K E Barrett of Sullivan came on legal business Tuesday. Mrs. Alice Wilkey of Sullivan visited her sister Mrs M B Fouteh. Will Engle moved to Paxton to help in the tile factory this summer. Julius Ayres visited parents then left for Terre Haute to enter business. Maggie Bailey and Carrie Davidson left for Gridley a few weeks visit. Elder White preached at Providence to a large audience. Allan Neal sold his property and bought Wm Wilson’s farm north of town. Wilson bought Charley Eaton place and will move spring, Eaton moves to Neal place. Griffin and Dillman minstrel show visited. audience small due to church services. program shortened, and they defaced the school building. The community urges better conduct.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. H. Peyton
Chas. K E. Barrett, Esq
Sullivan
Alice Wilkey
Fouteh
Will Engle
Paxton
Jas. Walls
Julius Ayres
Terre Haute
Maggie Bailey
Carrie Davidson
Gridley
Tils
Elder White
Providence
Allan Neal
Wm. Wilson
Mr. Wilson
Charley Eaton
New Lebanon Road
Mr. Eaton
Neal
Griffin and Dillman
Jeno
Emigrant plans and local notices fill Sullivan county Times
Thos Carruthers visits town on business. Interest grows in evening prayer meetings. Charley Chace moves to Sterling Kansas to settle. John Eslinger to build a fine barn near the fair ground. A woman’s arrest of her husband for assault is noted. Sullivan county expected to export emigrants to Antelope Valley come spring. Sleighing fades, Miss Benefield’s plans disputed. Rev Heavenridge speaks on Full and Free Salvation. State Legislature debates against monopoly. A town wagon leads to a joke on buttermilk. The piece urges readers to subscribe to the Times for information and guidance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beasley & Willams
Thos. Carruthers
Graysville
Charley Chace
Sterling
Kansas
John Eslinger
Fair Ground
Sullivan County
Mary J. Benefield
Sullivan
F Heavenridge
M. FE
Jefferson Township
Times
Turman village notes and town happenings
Turman village reports a busy week with coal trade, a six week school closure, chicken pox in town, and several visits by residents from Narrows and New Lebanon. revival meetings at Walkers Chapel and Methodist church, deaths of Miss Retta Julian and Miss Mary Wallace, a prank about Finley Pugh, concerns over whiskey in town, and a push to remove the local drug store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Turman
Tom Carruthers
Sullivan
Mr. Badger
the Narrows
Charley Norris
Jesse
Anna
G. Houpt
Wm. Burnett
R. K. Houpt
Rev. Cooper
New Lebanon
Walker’s Chapel
Fannie Mason
Tene Haute
Antelope
Mercer
Presbyterian Church
Hawes
Methodist Church
Retta Julian
Mary Wallace
Finley Pugh
Turman’s Creek Bridge
Graysville
License Application for Alcohol Sale at Gardink Station
Notice to Gill township citizens Sullivan county Indiana that John Gardine, a resident over 21, seeks a one year license to sell intoxicating liquors in less than a quart and allow consumption on premises at Gardink Station near the Springfield Effingham and South Eastern Railroad. The building sits on Mary Gurdink's lands, southeast section 20, township 7, range 10, about 25 feet north of the railroad main track. The March term of the Sullivan county Board of Commissioners will hear the application.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gill Township
Sullivan County
Indiana
Board of Commissioners
Said County
Court House
Sullivan
Mary Gurdink
Section Twenty
Township Seven
Range Ten
Springfield
Effingham & South Eastern Railroad
Gardink
Said
Said Station
John Gardine
Hamilton Township
Sulli County
State of Indiana
Board O Commissioners
Dixon's Addition
William M
Sheriff to sell property in Sullivan County at public auction
By decree of Sullivan Circuit Court the Sullivan Building and Loan Association seeks sale of rents and profits for up to seven years of Lot 18 in addition No 1 Pleasantville and its described acres on February 23 1885 at the Sullivan County Courthouse hours 10 am to 4 pm. If judgment not fully satisfied a fee simple interest in the same real estate may be offered for sale. Ticbit LEMUEL H WILLIS sheriff. John C Briggs for the plaintiff.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sullivan Circuit Court
Sullivan Building and Loan Association
James O. Birdsall
Court House
Sullivan County
Indiana
Pleasantville
Carlisle and Newberry
George Baker
Ticbit Lemuel H. Willis
John C. Briggs
Utt
Section Ten
Township Seven
Range Nine
Lemuel H. Willis
Hays
James E. Speake
Bettie Plumimer
Towit
Carlisle
Recorder’s Office
Bettie Plimmer
Martha Phimmer
Hays & Hays
John Wells
Thomas M. Douthit
Christopher c. Hill
David Hill
Curry Township
Joseph
L. Hill
Sullivan
Martha E. Canary
Samuel H., Silvers
A. D
Thomas J. Mann
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the Times
Kalley & Holmes
L. H. Willig
Mr. J. C. Wolfe
P. H. Blue
Buell City
W. G. Lyon
Chicago
Buff
Bloomfield
Fred Briggs
Edna Burks
J. R. R. Hinkley
Maroon
Clarence Parks
Medicine
S. D. Weir
J.C. Briggs
W. C. Hultz, Esq
Tus Sulllivan Truss
Beasley & Williams
C. R. Robbins, Esq
Cass Township
A. B. Williams, Esq
Mrs. J
Bays
Norman
Jas. Ridge
W. K. Aydelotte
Mrs. L. 8. Knotts
Dakota
A. M. Knotts
W. S.maple
Merom
Gilbert Bond
Sanborn
Maggie Basler
Bessie Steele
Edwd. Willis
David Watson
Lucretia Baker
T. J. Wolfe
Washington, Daviess County
Minnie Heaps
Farmersburg
Myrtle Crawford
S.C. Mahan
Shelburn
Hosea Hawkins
Jas. H. Wallis
John Davis
Mrs
John Scott
Fairbanks
Andy Humphreys
Linton
G. W. Daniels
Nelson
Moses Wilkey
Florida
the Presbyterian Church
Joshua Ernest
J. B. Patten
Indianpolis
Eaton’s Mill
Section Street
Jas. B. DeVol
Land H. Johnson
G. D. Stewart
Shelbyville, Ky
LaFayette Stewart
J. C. Wolfe
Wolfe & Bushell
D. A. Bushell
Bushell & Bro
Wolfe
Nebraska
Joseph Bell
Bell
Noah Conkle
Topeka
Kan
W. T. Crawford
Conkle
Lou Perrow
E. A. Basler
North Court Street
Thos. R. Cobb
Washington Monument
Harris
Joseph Harris
Moreton Farm
Rochester
N. Y
Kings
Knickerbocker
P. Macfarlane
St. James Episcopal Church
Scott Maple
Clark and
Dudley
The
Mr. DeVol
Jameson
Terre ‘Haute
McCammon House
Standard Fire Office
L. Stewart & Son
Phenix
Brooklyn
J. M. Lana,’ A. Carson, ‘St. B. Maron, Wm. Joyce
Sherife’s Sales
Fhertfe
Sullivan Circuit
Etna Life Insurance Company
James 2. Haddon
Querife
William Wood Small
James W. McKinney
Nonesuch” School House
Isaac T, Paine
Nerce
Notce
State of
William R. Frakes
Jackson Township
Canan
Soule
Plew & Thrails
John Flowers
Plew
P. C. Nicholson
W.R. Frakes
J. P
David P. Hill
Joseph L. Hill
William Woodsmall
A, Isaact, Payne, Bayz
Atiya
Woo
State University
Atta Rae
Shielburn
Flamiston
Sullivan, Town
GASB
Ae Jerperson
Haddon
David Crawley
Bb. J. Grabfelder & Sons
Kentucky
Tennessee
Second Street
Louisville, KY
Barney Elolinshky
Mnd
Codejonann
Olney, Ells
I. C. McClanshan
Aa. V. Brokaw
McClannahan & Brokaw
Andy T. McClanahan
Solon L. Brokaw
McClanahan & Brokaw
J. OC. McClanattan
A.W. Brokaw
Tutt
Murray St
Tutts Bair
New York
Fire Arms Co
New Haven
U.S
DR. Ward & CO
Louisiana
Johannesen
Henry Vogeler
South Street
New York City
Bushele Bros
Europe
Frek
Rochester, N.Y
America
UW. Hatter &Co
Portland
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