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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1909
Page
4
The article discusses immigration law costs at SP 600,800,000 yearly and a pending tariff bill. It questions Republican in Congress against reform, notes proposals to transform dry law into immigration governance, and cites debates over admitting laborers and potential impacts on the nation’s economy and workers.
The speech by Congressman C Bascom Slemn of Virginia urges protectionist tariffs. He argues that protection benefited early and current presidents, calls for duty rises to shield Southern industries, and notes reactions from lumber cotton citrus tobacco and farm interests seeking higher duties.
The suit to stop Jackson township payment to John Ersinger for road work on the John G. Barrnett et al road was dismissed Monday and Ersinger must pay costs. Plaintiff A. G. Steele and others claimed improper road layout with nearly 100 witnesses testifying.
John W. Adams of Farmersburg patenting a gasoline can with a phonographic cap that vocalizes Gasoline-Explosive when opened. The device aims to prevent misplacing gasoline in lamps and has attracted offers up to $50,000, which Adams declines.
A son was born yesterday to Mr and Mrs D Mitchell of Cross Street. The couple will name the child and celebrate with family in the coming days.
Dr and Mrs James Miles of Mer om return Friday from Deland Florida where they spent the winter. A Monday high wind tore the roof off C L Lutz s photograph gallery on Main street.
For sale or trade a good carriage to exchange for a buggy or cow. Seller JAS M SINCLAIR offers a simple barter or sale with straightforward terms. Local buyer details not provided.
The Rev Henry B Roller evangelist who has conducted revivals across America and Europe will start a revival at the M E church in Carlisle on Saturday April 17 continuing through Friday April 25. Services will be held each evening at 250 and 715 with assistance from Rev Wm FL Russell pastor of Carlisle M E Church who recently closed a successful revival.
Farm and social items include Ray Heap ill, Mrs. Jean O Straver working in Newport, Dan Shannon planning Iowa move, and funeral of Uncle Samuel DeBaun at Fogue cemetery. Several residents relocate or visit, with reports on illness, travel, and a death in Dracil.
A sand storm swept Carlisle on April 12 blowing dust across streets and drifting up to two feet along fences. Wheat fields were buried by sand and rainfall soon followed to aid drought relief. River bottom farming suffers from high river levels reported at the time.
Indianapolis March market report lists cattle and sheep prices by weight and class. Steers 1300 lbs and up 6.25 to 6.70. 1500 lbs and up 6.25. 1150 to 1250 lbs around 5.70 to 6.25. calves 4.50 to 7.50. Sheep and lamb values shown for different grades. wool prices noted.
Old wheat new wheat cracked corn and Clover seed listed with prices. Corn Timothy No. 1 Wheat straw Clover hay Lambs beef pork and lard prices shown for 50 pound can and dressed meats. Hides ducks geese hens cocks prices noted.
Burglars entered the Hooper store in Carlisle on April 14 by breaking a lower sash window. Goods were disarranged and a new Easter suit is suspected as taken. No clues to the robber.
Draymen moved the stock of Frank Douthitt's clothing store from the south room of the Citizens Trust building to Mrs. Cora Botts' west side storefront on the public square. Douthitt will operate from the current quarters until new rooms on the south side are ready.
Miss Flo Wilkins spent Thursday night with her grandmother Mrs Sal lie O'Neal. Mrs Vica Nelson and her daughter Mrs Dock Slader visited Mrs John Sargent of Sherburn Monday. Several took dinner with Mr and Mrs G A McCord and family Sunday. George McCord went to Brazil to see his uncle Tom Reed who died Saturday.
Grain dealers forecast flour will reach one dollar per sack within two weeks due to wheat scarcity in Sulivan county and tight conditions in the Chicago market.
A fare change on the Indianapolis Southern went into effect Saturday. All ticket prices end in a five cent final digit to aid agents in making change.
Long & Warren advertises American Field Fence with a 12 inch stay at various heights and reduced prices. The brief notice highlights discount offers and promotes the fencing product to potential buyers.
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