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Newspaper
Sullivan Times
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1884
Page
2
The Sullivan Times reports local Democratic infighting led by a “cornfed dude” editor appealing to voters amid accusations of bribery and saloon subsidies. It also covers national tariff disputes, French pork bans, and calls for reciprocal trade to ease protectionist harms and unite North American markets.
The primary election passed quietly with Patten Davis and Willis leading by hand. Next week full tabulation will appear. The House approved Fitz John Porter relief 184 to 78 with a Democratic majority among the affirmative. A Boston school case is cited as overloading students and a death certificate blames crowding.
Town reports include visits by John W. Nead and O. Self, Mrs. Maratta sick, Willie Barens home from Indianapolis, and Rev. Johnson’s protracted meeting at Centerville. Local groups such as the Good Templars, Nymera Lodge, and literary societies plan events while schooling and exams, including February 16 damination, are noted along with fines for Charley Miller and a discussion on woman suffrage.
Paxton remains active with residents and visitors noted. Miss Dosa Coatts of Petersburg visits sister Mrs Turman. Mrs John Peyton and Mrs Angel attend silk list as the latter’s health declines. Snapp Bros. concert last Thursday night was well received. Drs Walters and Peyton plan to depart soon. Dr Troxell acquires Tom Daily’s farm interest and moves back to the area. Many friends extend warm welcomes. Miss Neva.
In Pleasantville graded schools several pupils posted top marks in January with scores from 64 to 97. Notable achievers include Kia Douthit 97 and Lettie Hunter 96. others such as Mary O Haver 92, Minnie Wood 91, Stella Edmonds 99, and Laura Douthit 96 are listed among the 60 plus scorers under W. L. Long, the grade teacher.
A flood of brief items records deaths of Dr Elisha Harris and H E Packer, trials and acquittals in New Orleans and Chicago, political nominations, stock market moves, crimes, weather impacts, and railway notices spanning cities like Albany Des Moines Boston and Milwaukee with named individuals and institutions.
Exports exceed imports by 2.108971081 billion. January public debt drops near 12 million pounds, seven month total down 65.0 million. Pensions, land forfeiture bills, and naval appointments spark debate. Senator Cameron Dakota constitution plan outlined with December 1 1834 delegates.
The senate education and labor committee recommends favorable action on multiple bills. Proposals include per diem payments for holidays, a labor statistics bureau, standardizing government work hours, and employee protection against injuries from wireless, negligent acts by employers.
The Senate records petitions from Washington, Dakota, Idaho, and the District of Columbia urging a prohibitory liquor law. Debates touch relief for Graely expedition volunteers, payrolls, eight hour labor, bankruptcy, and Dakota statehood moves. Adjournments follow talks on Texas harbor improvement and Mexican land titles.
January issues cover expansion of the investigating committee powers at Slot Springs Arkansas, new bills on ante mal industry bureau retirements and post class postage, statehood population tests, land grant questions for Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe, and measures affecting Fort Smith school land, Indian Territory roads, and territorial governor elections. Obsequies for K W M Mackey noted.
Vienna police compile a list of foreigners for expulsion. Disloyalty among Spanish officers raises fears of a fresh revolt. English chambers press cattle import limits to curb disease. Phas nix park witness Meagle reports persecution amid Dublin trials. Gordon seen in deserts with money, Baker calls assassination risk. Mary Anderson to receive theater venues after engagement. Patti offered large fee for UK Scotland tour. Nile steam firms asked to ready vessels for troops and refugees from Khartoum. Captain Austin of America demonstrates marksmanship in Britain. Leicester incident ends with injury. Baker Pasha defeated near Tokar, retreat to frinkitul and Suakimn warned.
In two years the United States saw a drop from 23 percent to 44 percent in the value of the country’s leading ary goods products.
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