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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1917
Page
4
The Sullivan Union notes it is the county’s only Republican paper and records its establishment in 1866 and postal filing as a second class matter on July 1 1873 at Sullivan Indiana under Congress March 3 1873.
For Mayor Henry H Smith for Clerk Joel S Schroeder for Councilman 1st Ward A M Getty for Councilman 2d Ward Albert P Hill for Councilman 3d Ward James A Knotts for Councilmen at Large William I Beck Carl N Shaver
Advocates call for Tom Marshall to come home and draft a new constitution for Indiana after his overnight television variety program. Supporters emphasize Marshall's vision and leadership for state governance.
Report notes Kaiser plans to undergo treatment or medical regimen. Indications suggest he will endure a period of rest and recovery, with officials or associates implying a steadying measure or personal health step. The phrasing hints at a formal或 ceremonial connotation tied to his status.
A political commentary argues the administration suppresses certain men from spotlight despite willingness to serve. It notes that personal politics failed in Europe and asserts the same will not succeed domestically.
Eastern rail roads file petitions demanding increased rates to cover higher wages clearer supplies and necessary new equipment. They argue augmented revenue is needed and they are entitled to it.
The piece compares Josephus Daniels firing a top gunner to Lincoln’s response to Grant drinking whiskey. It argues Lincoln would have acted differently, noting the dismissal after twelve years of service for a single lapse and suggesting a more lenient or strategic stance.
Exports of cotton damask embroideries and handkerchiefs from Belfast to the United States climb from 353 600 in 1915 to 587 400 in 1916. Cotton cloth rises from 206 000 to 342 000, flax products from 1 045 000 to 1 470 000, and flax manufacturers embroideries fabrics total 13 420 000 to 16 156 600. Belfast supports the tariff law.
The Indiana Republican State Convention to be held in Indianapolis next spring will be the largest in state history with 1702 delegates. In 1916 the convention had 1168 delegates as Sullivan county gains 13 delegates. The rise reflects a larger Republican vote of 341,005 in the 1916 general election and follows state law granting one delegate per 200 votes or major fraction per county.
The piece notes North Carolina lawmakers arranged a bond issue with a county level referendum. Ballots read For Good Roads or Against Good Roads. It argues the plan risks disfranchisement extending to both white and colored voters.
The piece argues that bipartisan agreement to recommend able men for the fifteen delegates-at-large to the constitutional convention is best. It cites radicals and opponents who fear party influence and recalls Dr. Logan Esary’s 1914 stance against a written constitution. The notice includes a property transfer in Ladson and Graysville.
Real estate transfers listed with numerous parties across townships in Sullivan County Indiana. Transactions include Dix to Knew 1 acre, Alumbaugh to Rot FEF for 208.71 ft and 1 acre, and Shrum to Hawkins 1 in 34 area. Several other deeds recorded with prices from 1 to 8500 dollars. Also includes legal notice to non residents in Shelburn for sale of Lots 55 56 and other tracts.
Appeals to Ford car owners to join a cooperative plan protecting against collision fire theft robbery and pilferage at about one fourth the cost of insurance. Claims handled by the association. District managers listed for Knox Sullivan Gibson Daviess and Lawrence counties Indiana Vincennes address included.
Congressman Oscar E. Bland of Linton departed for Washington to assume duties as representative from the district. Mrs. Bland and their daughter will join him there this week.
A federal court ruled the state oil inspection law unconstitutional, removing sixty inspectors and a chief deputy from duty. Democratic opposition blocked repeal efforts in the last legislature. Hol Hoover of this city was recently appointed an inspector for this county.
Fred Loudermilk, a student at Wabash College in Crawfordsville, is visiting his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joe R. Loudermilk.
I H Kalley as commissioner held a public sale of Katy Ann Creager estate land. J R Brown bought 26.38 acres for 1978.88 dollars and P L Reid with James Sinclair bought 2.96 acres for 251.60 dollars. Lots 12 13 14 15 in Allen's addition were sold to William T Butler Levi Deckard and Mary Angell respectively. Samuel Ridgeway guardian sold 28 acres in Fairbanks township to Benjamin Davis and John Ridgeway estate stock to Bayard T Lang.
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