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Newspaper
Sullivan Times
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1884
Page
2
The Times pledges one year of Health and Home to new subscribers who pay a year in advance or settle arrears and prepay. Rates differ for county mailers and noncounty readers, with a one dollar base in advance and higher prices otherwise.
General Rosencrans outlines enlargement of the capitol to add ninety rooms. He proposes north and south wing extensions for the Senate and House, with the present Representatives Hall becoming the Supreme Court room. A west front library and an expansive remodeled east front are planned, costing less than a separate new library building.
The article argues for re nominating Hon. Thomas J Cobb to Congress from Indiana’s Second District. It recalls past contests with Blue Jeans Williams and Mr C, praises Cobb’s four terms, and asserts the district’s history of strong representation and public endorsement through merit and effort.
The Leesville Graphic editor accuses the Bedford Banner of hypocrisy and disloyalty in the 1880s race. It cites Banner actions championing or attacking Cobb and Voorhees, notes party divisions over the Civil Service measure, and urges Democratic unity to avoid disunity and disorganization.
Reports indicate measles have claimed over one hundred Zuni children in New Mexico this month. The article lists numerous other 19th century events including deaths, political changes, fires, and disasters across the United States and Canada, with brief notes on individuals, institutions, and incidents.
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