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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1916
Page
2
A contrived Lincoln assassination tale explains why signs show 8 18. The piece notes Lincoln died hours after the alleged time and cites jeweler proofs, while observers cite sign space benefits for ad copy. The column also hints at political shifts with mentions of Taggart and a governor’s term.
Use Allen's Foot-Ease to relieve tired aching feet and swollen feet. Shake into shoes or use in foot bath to prevent blisters corns and bunions. Sold everywhere 265c. Try it today.
Thomas Taggart, recently appointed to the U S Senate by Governor Ralston to fill the late Senator Shiveley’s unexpired term, announced Thursday he would not seek nomination before the Democratic state convention meeting in Indianapolis this month. Governor Ralston has been discussed as a possible candidate.
Theodore L. Burton former Ohio senator praised Charles W. Fairbanks as Indiana's Republican presidential candidate at a Young Men's Republican Club banquet in Evansville. He condemned the Wilson administration, predicted GOP success, and urged Ohioans to unite for a rising national tide. He argued Fairbanks is a safe counselor with wide support and influence.
Sweet Powders claim to break up colds in 24 hours relieve feverishness headache stomach troubles teething disorders and destroy worms. Available at druggists for 25c sample mailed free Mother Gray Co Le Roy N Y.
Partisan defenders of President Wilson say the country will gain faith in the President as he moves to take the tariff out of partisan politics. They recall his partisan trade commission and Federal Reserve Board appointments and warn against deception in naming a Tariff Commission if power is granted.
Charles W. Fairbanks received an ovation at the North Indiana Methodist Episcopal conference in Fort Wayne where he was introduced as our candidate for the presidency. He urged greater Methodist effort, highlighted the Indianapolis Methodist Hospital, and praised church hospitals in the Orient. He stayed with Judge W. G. Vesey during his visit.
Georgia correspondent recounts a 1916 Sullivan Indiana liquor case. Lamb hid an old still, a deputy sheriff and locals confronted him, a five hundred dollar bond posted, and the still turned over to revenue men. He praises civic resolve and calls for nationwide prohibition while noting Southeastern Freight Service updates in Sullivan.
A compiled list of real estate transfers including deeds from John W. Sevier to Calvin Hollingsworth and multiple transfers in Sullivan County and surrounding areas. Notable entries include 195 acres sold for 6353 dollars and various lots and parcels in Shelburn Merom and Holloway additions. Includes sheriff transfers and associates across numerous townships.
Mrs. Frank Page spent Friday night and Saturday with her sister Mrs. Winifred Creager. The annual senior play was given here and enjoyed by all. Mrs. Watkins and children visit relatives in Washington. Mrs. A. B. Corbin and Mrs. Geo. Shepherd visit Mrs. Creager. Ora Pool takes a summer job with Emory Powell of Linton. Rev. Watkins assists Rev. Denbo and is called home to preach Don Harbin's funeral. Several local residents attend the Bethel funeral.
A defender of President Wilson argues against deep punitive measures and urges measured diplomacy in the political debate. The quote reflects emphasis on restraint and constitutional process amid heated calls for stronger action.
The thinker condemns the preparedness plan as he has no plan. He endorsed the Garrison plan, later withdrew his endorsement, angering the Secretary of War and prompting resignation. Since then he has shown no preference for any plan nor announced his own.
President Wilson states he cannot consent to abridgement of American rights yet allowed warning for American citizens to leave Mexico. The remark contrasts his stance on civil liberties with a wartime evacuation advisory amid Mexico events.
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