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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1880
Page
4
Reports from across the state indicate General Coburn gains mass support within the Republican party. Many believe he would unify factions and lead to a strong canvass and likely party victory, with a nomination anticipated.
A political column accuses Indiana Democrats of voting for amendments while claiming party opposition. It argues the party flip mirrors wartime stances to frame Democratic support as inconsistent and hypocritical.
The piece denounces Democratic outrages and backs Kellogg, noting Washburn was elected by a 3 060 majority. It questions a Democratic majority report and mocks Donnelly's methods while urging the editor to speak out against fraud in elections.
A Jackson County tale describes a stranger posing as a Democrat to sell a book titled American Bastile to local citizens, including prominent Democrats. The landlord records names on a list and confirms the stranger’s tactics while officials note subscribers from Indianapolis and the county.
The passage reviews a 750 page book praised by leading Democrats for glorifying disloyalty in the Civil War era. It alleges the book justifies treason, condemns rescuers of the government, and lauds L P Milligan tied to a plot to free rebels and assassinate Gov Morton. An Indianapolis agent reportedly targeted Democrats only.
The community reports a good wheat outlook as farmers anticipate strong yields. Howard Harris works in Tom Crary’s store while Melvin moves into O G Wilson’s former property. Prof. Phillip Ford conducts a successful school term and Miss Areanda leGaun closes her primary classes Friday. The saloon opposes, but whiskey sales continue with visible drunkenness on streets.
A Graysville paragraph notes a son of John Burnett dying of measles on the 12th and mentions local residents and routines. It lists medical and census plans, shipping details on the Reindeer, new furnishings, and plans for township enumerators with two cents per head. The text also references a political cue about county clerk duties amid scattered garbled phrases.
James Frocop's little boy Waiter was knocked down by a large dog but sustained only minor bruises. A marriage occurred April 16 between Samuel Enochs and Mrs. Bicknell of Greene county. Thomas Stevens runs a thriving shop and has bought a home. I O F Anniversary program set for the 26th at their hall with music, speeches, prayers, and tributes. Rev J Brunner received a surprise donation party from Prairie Chapel with gifts and cash.
The Republican ticket features A. J. Stewart W. Shattuck Thomas Burton John F. Curry and John D. Poderison as ward trustees and Rogers Moran as clerk and treasurer. John Glass is endorsed for marshal and praised for integrity and steadiness. The slate promises faithful representation and improved town governance.
The column mixes sports gossip and social notes. It mentions fadageroue HH3 ex-Mierame predicting a Meron win over fadageroue and notes a potential meeting with Peleg Duff before President Smith preaches at the French church next Sunday. It also lists visits and society updates from Sumner Illinois to Madison.
Last Monday at 3 am a belfry on the codege was blown over by wind. Lield Welch Wallar and Dawson, sleeping nearby, checked the basement for danger. No injuries or major damage occurred as the fire-wall kept the bell from striking the ground.
Plowing for corn is not yet underway. Johnny Ryland remains feeble. A Devine Joseph child was badly burned. Sabbath school to start at Tabor next Sunday. Graysville quarterly meeting set for the fourth Sunday. Rev. Stafford misses Tabor appointment. James Joseph resigns as trustee, to be replaced by Ehemas Collier elected last term.
Rev R A Taylor of Sullivan visited Carlisle last Saturday. Dr ROM Whalen bought Ay debooit's drug store. John V T Jays and family visited Prof Cain. H L Shannon returned Sunday from a southern business trip. W A Markee attended Janaschek Macbeth in Vincennes and visited Sunday. Vee Zimmerman from Reck tie Hoo was in town Monday prospecting with a relative in business. Coburn, a prospective new partner, attended rally for our next Governor. Ailen will begin a meeting at the Presbyterian Church Friday evening with sacramental services Sunday.
A.N. Weir releases a statement defending his actions amid rumors of leaving the Republican party. He recounts a committee meeting at the shop of S. S. Yeager & Bro and asserts his continued alignment with Republicans, denying support for the Democratic ticket and affirming his loyalty to the party and Gen. Grant.
A grower reports starting 78 Bush Els potato slips to sprout, listing various sweet potato varieties. The note records the planting and selection of sweet potato stock for propagation.
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