The Difference Between Man and Animals
A polemic asserts man’s unique rational, moral, religious nature sets him apart from animals. It argues only humans reason, form abstract ideas, speak with intent, create, and pursue progress, while animals follow instincts. The piece cites dignity of intellect and cites Cassette and classical authorities to attack reductionism.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
God
Rome
Paris
Munich
London
Thomas Aquinas
I am descended from apes and I think you lie
A. J. Sprigler contrasts the ascent of humankind with a claim that civilization arose from human achievement. He questions explanations denying this progress, noting vast works across science, art, and civilization and challenging the notion of human origin from apes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Euripides
Racine
Corneille
St. Peter’s
Babylon
Athens
Rome
Europe
A. J. Sprigler
Hall's Catarrh Cure Advertises Deafness Cure
Claims deafness is due to inflamed Eustachian tubes and catarrh, stating only constitutional remedies can cure it. Offers $100 for any deafness case not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure, with circulars and Druggists selling for 75 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
F. J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
Frakes Files Suit for Divorce in Circuit Court
Eugene Frakes of Sullivan sues Florence J. Frakes for divorce. They wed November 27 1909 in Rockville Maryland and separated July 31 1911. He cites cruel treatment including verbal abuse and accusations of infidelity and intoxication. She was a widow before the marriage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eugene Frakes
Sullivan
Dan A. Frakes
Shelburn
Circuit Court
Florence J. Frakes
Rockville
Curry Township Local Option Election Date Change
The Curry township local option election is set for Thursday May 1st by county commissioners, replacing the previously announced Tuesday April 29th date. The Sullivan city option election remains scheduled for April 29th.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Curry
Curry Township
City of
Sullivan
Frakes and Henson Divorces and Related Actions
A notice lists several petitions and lawsuits including Eugene N. Frakes and Florence J. Frakes for divorce, Lulu M. Henson and John Henson for divorce, and multiple additional cases involving contracts injunctions replevin and damages among defendants such as Chas H Bedwell Harvey Alsman Roy Coyner James Leach and George W Leach in a general civil docket. The document outlines diverse disputes including contract actions and property recovery procedures across several parties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eugene N. Frakes
Florence J. Frakes
Lulu M. Henson
John Henson
John W. Lindley
Chas. H. Bedwell
Harvey Alsman
Roy Coyner
Thomas J. Hunt
William Harris
William T. Patton
Josh Beasley
Edgar S. Griggs
James
Leach
George B. Hunt
George W. Leach
Marriage Licenses Recorded in Local Notices
Alford O Bennett wed Ruth Turpin of Dagger Carlisle. Frederick Hilbert Prior tied to Evah L Jones of Carlisle. Dave Denney of Sullivan married Clara Brumett of Sullivan. John Bedwell of Hymera wed Oma Allsup of Jackson Hill. Frank Fellers of Oaktown married Anna Stillings of Carlisle. David A Burke wed Maggie C Parr Lewis. Horatio L Hinkle of Hymera tied to Bilsie C Kemp of Sullivan. William Russell of Carlisle married Barbara Willis of Sullivan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alford O. Bennett
Ruth Turpin
Dagger
Frederick Hilbert
Evah L. Jones
Carlisle
Dave Denney
Sullivan
Clara Brumett
John Bedwell
Hymera
Oma Allsup
Jackson Hill
Frank Fellers
Oaktown
Anna Stillings
David A. Burke
Maggie C. Parr Lewis
Horatio L. Hinkle
Bilsie C. Kemp
William Russell
Barbara Willis
Weather of a Week in Farmersburg April 14
Miss Carrie Yeager reports for the week ending April 13 with daily high lows from 43 to 58 degrees. Weather ranged from cloudy to partly cloudy with rainfall totals of .3 inch on the 7th, .80 on the 8th, .82 on the 9th, .40 on the 10th, .03 on the 12th, and .04 on the 13th.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmersburg
Carrie Yeager
Co-Operative Weather Observer
Good Swinging Farm Gate Construction and Stallion Listing
Instructions for building a heavy farm gate with solid footing and hinge setup from the Wisconsin Agriculturist, including post height, bracing, rails, rod tension, and hinge placement. Also an advertisement for Percheron Stallions Hector Jr Aviator and Mammoth Jack Legal Tender at J K Coulson’s farm near New Lebanon with terms and visiting hours.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hector, Jr
P. S
A. Aviator
J. and
J. K. Coulson
New Lebanon
Stand of Alfalfa Proves Spring Seeding Advantage at OSU Farm
A seven acre field at Ohio State University Farm in Columbus produced a strong stand of alfalfa with oats as a nurse crop. Seeded April 11 at 15 pounds per acre alfalfa and one bushel of oats, oats cut for hay by July 15 yielded about 1.5 tons per acre. By Sept 10 first alfalfa cutting yielded 18 380 pounds over seven acres, about nine tons. The site previously grew potatoes and corn with deep tillage and rotation prior to alfalfa.
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Ohio State University
Columbus
Apples Always in Demand Harbors Strong Market Outlook
The article notes six hundred thirty boxes per carload and projects twelve million six hundred thousand boxes this season. It recalls past fears of overproduction but compares today’s growth to a century of rising commercial apple production. Demand extends from domestic centers to Europe and Asia seeks more, with top grade apples deemed unique globally.
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United States
England
Europe
Asia
Cutting Crops Harvest Timing and Loss
Farmers lose crops each year by letting hay and grain crops become overripe. Grass and clover should be cut as seed formation begins, and grain crops when the grain begins to harden, to avoid wastage and quality loss.
Notice of Final Settlement for James Z Hayden Estate
Blanche Hayden administratrix files final report of account in Sullivan Circuit Court. Hearing set for Monday May 5th 1913, first judicial day of May term. Creditors heirs and legatees urged to appear and show cause why report should not be approved. Blanche Hayden administratrix. Walter F. Wood attorney. First insertion April 2, 1913-31.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blanche Hayden
James Z. Hayden
Sullivan Circuit Court
Walter F. Wood
Notice of Appointment of Estate Administrator
Jonathan S. Tharp named administrator of the Mary E. Mullins estate in Sullivan County Indiana. The estate is declared solvent and Hays & Hays serve as attorneys. First insertion appears April 9, 1913.
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Mary E. Mullins
Sullivan County
Indiana
Jonathan S. Tharp
Romeo to Work Split Week at Graysville Farm
The animal named Romeo, an 18,893 pound will make the season, working four days at Graysville and the last two at the farm mile east of Graysville, sold to W. A. Shields & Son for 27-3.
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Romeo
Graysville
W. A. Shields & Son
Notice to Non-Residents in Sullivan Circuit Court
In Sullivan County Indiana the Sullivan Circuit Court docket for May term 1913 lists Eugene M Frakes versus Florence Josephine Frakes for divorce. The defendant is nonresident. she must answer by June 11, 1913 or the case will proceed in her absence. Clerk Charles R. Railsback, 1918 filing notice shows attorney John C Chaney. First insertion April 16, 1913.
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Florence Josephine Frakes
John C. Chaney
Sullivan Circuit
Indiana
Sullivan County
State of
Charl Aes R. Railsback
Sullivan Circuit Court
Charles R. Railsback
James R. Brown
Notice GE Appointment Ex Executrix for Hoggatt Estate
The undersigned Sarah E. Hoggatt is appointed executrix of the estate of Stephanis Hoggatt late of Sullivan County. First insertion April 16, 1913, 3t.
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Stephanis Hoggatt
Sullivan County
Indiana
Sarah EE. Hoggatt
Notice of Final Settlement in Cushman Estate
G W Buff administrator of Thomas J Cushman deceased presents final account in Sullivan Circuit Court. Hearing set for May 5 1912 during the May term 1913. Creditors heirs and legatees must appear to show cause why report should not be approved. Buff Stratton attorneys. First insertion April 16 1913.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. W. Buff
Thomas J. Cushman
Sullivan Circuit Court
Buff & Stratton
For Trade City Property for Small Farm
Property exchange notice from Terre Haute Indiana offering city property for a small farm with good rental potential. Contact Mrs McKenzie at 2506 N 6th St for details.
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McKenzie
Terre Haute
Indiana
Daily Thought Shaped by Change and Action
A brief aphorism reflects on living as change and the act of changing as evidence of growth. The quote credits Leiury Newman and emphasizes transformation through repeated acts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Suchy
Leiury Newman
Notice of Receivers Sale of Coal Property in Sullivan County
In Sullivan County Indiana the receiver of Reliance Coal Products and Mining Company will auction the coal lands and mine holdings described in the court order against Erwin Barlywine on May 13 1913 at the north door of the Sullivan County Court House between 10 am and 4 pm. The sale includes a broad parcel of land minerals and all mining equipment and rights plus associated easements and rights of way with detailed metes and bounds and exceptions noted for a perpetual easement on certain lots in the Town of Superior.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sullivan Circuit Court
Sullivan County
Indiana
Erwin Barlywine
Reliance Coal Products & Mining Company
Court House
Sullivan
Towit
Eigthy
Superior
Section
Joseph F. Kokes
Sale of seized Reliance Coal property in 1918 auction
The receivership lists personal property including mules from Reliance Coal Products & Mining Company, 13 iron rails, a Dean feed pump, mine cars, tools, pipe fittings, props, powder, office fixtures, wagon gear, harness, track ties, lumber, and timbers. Items to be sold for cash to the highest bidder with no redemption. Joe T. Akin, Receiver. First insertion April 16, 1918.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ralph Sharp
Reliance Coal Products & Mining Company
Joe T. Akin
Pleased patrons highlight dental ad in Sullivan
A dentist promotes eight years of service in Sullivan with thousands of pleased patrons. He invites new patients to try his modern approach, offers free examination, and urges readers to visit to get acquainted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sullivan
Notice to Non-Residents in Sullivan Circuit Court 1913
Sullivan Circuit Court notice filed April 1 1913 by James R Brown attorney for Walters et al against nonresident defendants John Sinclair Langdon Seaton Alsop Milam and others in a quiet title action. Case 15411 calling for appearance or demurrer by May 26 1913 at Sullivan County Court House Indiana.
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Jeremiah McCammon
James R. Brown
Sullivan Circuit
John Sinclair
Samuel P. Langdon
Houson Seaton
William Alsop
Margaret Alsop
William L. Milam
Lafayette South
South
Mary Jane South
James McElroy
Samuel McElroy
Samuel Melroy
Caroline Elliott
Charles York
Tace York
James Engle
Mary Snider
Henry Milam
Mary Elizabeth Milam
Robert Milam
Anna Bledsoe
William Milam
Grant Milam
Elizabeth Milam
Sullivan County
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Bulletin
Ladies Union
Ford and Ferree
Sullivan Building and Supply Co
J. W. Bass
Frakes
Parker
Wisconsin Agriculturist
Earth
Hays & Hays, Attorneys
Lindley
Davis
Interurban
John W. Walters
George Hunt
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