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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1902
Page
4
The editorial questions how much space Southern Indiana leased in the Monday Bulletin to secure Democrat support for defending the blanket franchise. It notes an upcoming Town Board election on city incorporation and hints Perry Blue and Jim Riggs be involved, criticizing quiet talks for a city government as a slick trick.
A petition has been filed to hold an election to organize into a city government. Many who should be consulted were not, but they will have a say when the time comes. The plan is described as a hidden scheme to be inspected and reviewed.
The piece recalls Cecil Rhodes as a self made iron willed leader and empire builder who shaped British policy in Africa. It contrasts Rhodes with Barney Barnato and cites his Jameson Raid as his greatest error.
Last Sunday Grant Bellamy and Bill Moseby dueled after a quarrel between their children. Bellamy cut Moseby in the back, the wounds reaching the abdominal cavity. The physician says the injuries are serious and likely fatal. Also a varioloid case in Robinson Illinois and Newton. Ray Burt was exposed in Missouri and developed a mild attack. his brother Elzie is likewise afflicted.
The document describes gaining a pound daily by taking an ounce of Scott's Emulsion, asserting the dose activates digestive processes to allow absorption of ordinary food. It notes that a certain flesh amount is needed for health and suggests consumption helps achieve it.
Dr Carlisle confirms mild varioioid case and authorities set a strict quarantine. The patient is isolated on the eastern city edge away from town traffic to prevent spread. Community safety measures cited as precaution.
Noah Ring spent Sunday in Evansville. Mary Bonham held a public sale Tuesday. Rev. John Ragle visited Jasonville Saturday. Thomas Burton of Sullivan was in Hymera Tuesday. Mrs. C. S. Mahan visited Terre Haute last week. Rev. Dorsey of Farmersburg preached at the M E church Monday evening. The M E Sunday School held an Easter service. Floyd Cooper, a State Normal student, spent Easter at home. Hymera Athletic Dramatic Club went to Shelburn last Wednesday. Grandma Larr of Jasonville attends the protracted meeting at the Methodist church. Anna and Tillie Patton attended the funeral of their father T. G. Barcus at Nye's Chapel Thursday morning.
Work on the big well at the water works is slowed by a strong water flow and quicksand. Last week another vein was struck and water rose to 19 feet in an hour. Workers sink in sand as the board calls for an iron casing to hold back the sand. A 10 foot depth targets better results and possible water supply. Contractor Wm. McCloud now drills for coal on the Gambill farm north of Dugger.
J A Mattix reports a large shipment of Blue Ribbon Buggies arriving, stocked with both rubber and steel tires for immediate sale or distribution.
Chicago April 1 Commissioner Charles A Prouty says the Interstate Commerce Commission will use all powers to enforce the Interstate Commerce Act. He notes criminal action may follow if evidence warrants after hearings begin. He cites push for publishing export rates and probing past rebates and pools with railroads.
Logansport Indiana April 1 Deputy Fish Commissioner Wallace Smith reports numerous complaints from residents along the Wabash below Logansport about an oil spill from Grant county fields. The oil runs into ditches and streams feeding the Mississinewa and Wabash rivers killing fish and tainting water. Investigation to stop the nuisance is planned with State Fish Commissioner Sweeney notified.
The will of Miss Sarah Bond, age 70, admitted to probate in La Porte Indiana, leaves her fortune to sister Miss Eliza Bond if she remains unmarried. The sisters vowed in girlhood to never marry and to devote their lives to building a fortune, with any future theft or torture to be shared among heirs. The sisters led reclusive lives until Miss Sarah Bond's death.
Cegil Rhodes, 49, dies in a seaside cabin near Cane Town after three weeks of illness. Attended by Dr Jameson and Dr Smartt, with Rhodes naming his brother in his final words. Public funeral planned, burial may be at Matoppo Hills Rhodesia, with services at Grooteschuur.
Henrietta Vor Pin, 4 years old, daughter of Matthew Von Pein, reportedly died by her own hand on Saturday night by drowning in City Park lake. No cause given. family and friends shocked by the tragedy.
Coroner McKittrick declares George Liberty Kempf tragedy wife acted in self defense and absolved of blame. Verdict brings general satisfaction among local residents.
The Dagblad announces authoritatively that Queen Wilhelmina’s confinement is expected next September, reported from The Hague on March 28. The note notes a pending royal event with high public interest in the Netherlands.
March 31 prices from Indianapolis to Chicago show wheat No 2 red steady around 76c, corn steady, oats firm, cattle and hogs mixed but largely steady across markets. Regional quotes include Louisville Cincinnati New York and East Buffalo with varied No 2 red and cash basis figures for wheat corn oats and livestock.
Josephine Stevens, scarred by a laundry accident ten days ago, remains in poor condition at City Hospital as doctors report the scalp graft sewn on has not healed and was removed. Outcome remains uncertain.
Fred Brooks a mule driver stabbed Mine Superintendent Henry Butler. Brooks found guilty of assault with intent to kill and given an indeterminate sentence to the Southern Reformatory.
Bedford Ind March 31 Mrs Robi Overton took strychnine and died. Parents cite family trouble as motive. This marks the fifth self inflicted death in Bedford in three months.
Portland Ind March 29 The condition of Charles Shepherd the wife murderer and would be death by his own action is worse He is suffering greatly from his wound and is also worried over his wife s death.
London reports that Cecil Rhodes left most of his fortune to a worldwide education project. The plan seeks to uplift the British race and foster imperial sentiment across lands under the union jack. Details of the education scheme are said to be disclosed soon.
Frances M Jacobs of South Bend Indiana died Sunday from injuries suffered a week earlier. Her death follows a coincidence that her mother died Easter Sunday one year prior in the same city.
Columbia City Indiana March 28 Mrs Charles Hively near this city died after bending over a kettle of boiling sugar water and being seized by a spasm causing her to fall in and be scalded to death.
Miss Marie Freeland aged 27 is found dead by her own action in Peru Indiana on March 29. The cause of death by own action is not known.
Logansport Indiana March 29 Mrs Sadie Denton was divorced from William Denton and within six hours she married Fred Hargraves of Fort Wayne.
Everett Cook, 17, of Vixen, was killed when a bridge beam struck him while he rode a freight car near Petersburg on March 28.
A bolt during a snowstorm struck the Larson farmhouse near Crown Point Indiana starting a blaze. Mrs. Larson and her 10 year old daughter were found dead in the ruins.
In South Bend Indiana on March 28 the three year old son of Patrolman Dickman died from burns suffered while playing with matches in an incident reported by local police authorities.
Senator Marcus A. Hanna writes to C. W. Croty of Tomah Wisconsin that he is not a candidate for the presidency in 1904 and asks friends to discourage any movement toward such a bid.
Brazil Indiana March 28 William King eighteen lost both legs while attempting to board a moving train. The accident occurred at the yard and injuries are treated locally. King is a resident of the area and was assisted by bystanders until medical help arrived.
Fire yesterday destroyed the St. Boniface Holy Catholic church in Evansville Indiana after a lightning strike. The loss was estimated at about 20 000 dollars with 10 000 dollars covered by insurance.
A digest of scattered reports across nations. Cuba’s island transfer date set for May 20 for local governance. labor peace resumes in Boston industries. Accidental shooting kills Brooks Ion navy yard chemist Oscar Doeflinger by his brother. Various political and crime items include Cleveland's departure, railway wreck attempt, royal visits, and a New York murder verdict. Also: cholera cases in Manila and Meocen Mondina, a Rock Island collision near East Pueblo, and notable political moves in Washington.
A blaze in Peckville Pennsylvania destroyed two adjacent commercial blocks. Firefighters battled the flames as residents awaited word on damages and possible injuries.
The second murder trial of Roland Molineux will be ordered in New York in May. Other items note a Canadian prisoner linked to Cronin murder fame and a Wyoming murder by mob.
Roosevelt plans a visit to the Charleston exposition on Wednesday April 9. Manila reports ten new cholera cases and four deaths in the last three days. The Allied Party set a national convention for April 2 in Louisville. Rioting in Ta Ming Fu claims a thousand lives. UK revenue rises £4,618,913 in the quarter through March 31 due to income tax rise. Keel, 61, a Chickasaw leader and former Indian Senate president, dies. Miles Philippines assignment request denied by the President. Cincinnati Pike building fire injures an ongoing matinee audience.
A report notes Indianapolis police hunt gamblers as a school teacher Miss Kate Neifer was killed by a train in Indianapolis. Annie Rooney allegedly died by her own action in New York over a missing Master hat.
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