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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1907
Page
2
Albert Gilmore of Pleasantville, operator of a local drug store, was found guilty of selling one half pint of whiskey to a minor. A jury fined him 90 dollars in the circuit court after a lengthy trial that drew many Pleasantville residents and highlighted ongoing anti liquor efforts in the town.
Gilmour faced charges for selling liquor without a license to William M. Purcell, a 240 year old boy, at $90 per half pint. Purcell testified he bought the liquor with a temperance witness reward for closing the deal, while Gilmour claimed the sale was on a prescription from Dr. Jackson of Pleasantville.
Turman and Riggs advertise auto seat buggies at attractive prices from their North Main Street location near the high rent district. Miss Howell's dress making school invites ladies to learn at Mrs S R Engle's North State Street address. Lukee Inder notes celebratory neon floor maps. George Knapp of Vincennes will visit the McCammon House Friday April 19.
Quote from the Ob server of Events and Things questions the idea of a perfect avalanche. Advertisement notes Studebaker wagons and buggies, calling them the standard for over 50 years from Turmoii and Riggs on North Main Street.
A London Westminster Gazette correspondent notes in France about 45 000 people use noble titles while only 486 families have any moral right to them.
James Wood, one of the county’s oldest teachers, closes a successful term at Curry township number nine. He commuted six miles daily, drew a full crowd for the noon dingar and enjoyed an afternoon of school plays, speeches, and a unanimous vote to reappoint him for next year. Five graduates praised his work, and local officials report high community satisfaction with the year’s成果.
Transfers filed by W H Hill list Wilam Branham to Bessie Branham for lot 6 Hymera $1 and many other deeds across Cass Jackson Sullivan and Hamilton counties. Notable trades include Wm T Howard to Jacob Andis 65 acres Jefferson $3500, James A Quimby to Alvin A Stark 3 100 acres Jackson, and Ella Peyton receiving 75 acres in Gill for 4000.
The text portrays addiction to intoxicants and narcotics as a disease in which willpower fails and sufferers are enslaved to the habit. It claims the nervous system weakens or shatters, and asserts Dr. Crowley has recently cured many severe, seemingly hopeless cases.
Two more car loads expected this week and Turman and Riggs announce low prices to move stock. Located in the high rent district at 6th Street, offers emphasize value before purchase.
In a joint notice, Sullivan Union and Terre Haute Daily Star announce a one year contract term valued at 2.75. The release outlines renewal options and payment terms. The parties designate the agreement date and indicate the publication and service duties to be performed.
Mattie Stanfield files for divorce from James Edward Stanfield citing adultery, association with lewd women, abandonment, gambling, and lack of support for their three year old child. She seeks child custody and alimony, noting they live in Hymera and once resided in Sullivan.
Notice directs readers to leave orders at the Union office for Indianapolis News pricing: one month 30 cents or a year at $3.00. Union subscription prices listed as $3.50 per year. Signed by J. B. Morgan Special R F D Agent.
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