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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1902
Page
7
The piece argues fate versus self control in disasters, links stomach disease to heart and other organ problems, and promotes Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery and Pleasant Pellets with a patient testimonial about recovered health and restored work ability after treatment.
Barevo and Sullivan featured in ads for carpets and rugs at Viskniskki's. Modernizations and insurance services promoted by Lill and Beasley Brown. Local figures including Hon. John R. East, Rev. Geo Fuson, and M. W. Fields visit the city. Real estate loans offered by Beasley & Brown. James Boles signs with Colorado Grant show. Ed Curtis visits relatives. W. O. Smith moves to Terre Haute and praises local dealers Harve Conner and Dr. Shake.
A discussion warns that city government expansion could require 10 to 15 more officers with salaries totaling 5000 to 8000 yearly, pushing taxes up at least 50 percent within five years. The piece lists officers and salaries, notes possible ward division, and criticizes city incorporation and cost.
Chas C Ellis of Lisbon Iowa repaired a telegraph line after a flood. He stood waist deep in icy water and suffered a severe cold and cough. Doctors in Oakland Nebraska Sioux City and Omaha declared consumption inevitable until he used Dr Kings New Discovery and was cured with six bottles. Sold by Joe K Smock price 1.00.
A Voter letter argues against Sullivan becoming a city, listing higher saloon licenses, street paving costs, police and fire protections, and increased taxes. It targets Perry Blue and John Bays as the planners of urban costs and urges a May 1 vote of yes or no on incorporation.
Gasoline stove marketed as self generator and easy to operate. Sold only by J. A. Mattix in Sullivan Indiana.
Rev. W. A. Fuson resigned as pastor of the First Baptist church after serving two years. The resignation was accepted at a Tuesday meeting after an initially deferred vote. He plans to remain in Hutsonville for a while with 49 members added during his pastorate. John Kirkham sells Gavitt's System Regulator.
A rural route petition is circulating for free mail delivery north and northeast of town while Sullivan area service awaits action on two petitions on file. Box agents have been taking orders, and patrons must supply uniform boxes or locks for government protection. Public reception boxes will be set at several key locations with private boxes permitted for mail deposits.
The ad claims Bucklen’s Amnica Salve cures piles and other injuries with 25 cent boxes and a guarantee. It notes Joe K. Smock sells it and extols it as best for bodily eruptions and pains. In Paxton, Mrs. E J Nash reports Armstead Nash, once a county standout farmer, now unable to feed himself for years due to a paralysis-like injury.
An old advertisement extols Krause's Cold Cure as a safe fast acting remedy that does not dull the head, sold by E. E. Muehler. The column also notes Mike Ungerer visiting from Carliale and his brother John surrendering farm work to his sons along with a local loan and title abstract offer by Hunt & Wood attorneys.
John C. Hoagland and daughter Miss Sue, Mrs. Sue Reid and daughter, Mr. Lola Burr, and Mrs. W. F. DeVol have all returned from New Smyrna Florida. They report all looking well after their outing and will remain away from home only W. F. DeVol who stays to enjoy the climate until warm weather returns.
On April 16 1902 Luther H Sloop and others were served notice of a quiet title action filed by their nonresident status in Sullivan County Indiana. The complaint awaits answer by June 5 1962 at the Sullivan County Court House.
Samuel C. Patty, named executor of the will of Thomas G. Barcus, deceased of Sullivan County Indiana, is duly qualified. Attorneys Buff & Stratton announce the estate is solvent and outline appointment details dated April 28.
Mrs J E Ross of Chicago faced family tragedy starting April 7 when her father W A Brunker died. Her three children soon contracted scarlet fever and Florence, staying with Mrs McClanahan in Terre Haute, fell seriously ill and died after the interment.
A Hartford man recalls suffering from severe leg inflammation after a rusty wire scratch. He credits one bottle of Electric Bitters and eleven boxes of Bucklen's Arnica Salve with restoring his leg. The note praises Electric Bitters for blood disorders and promises Joe K. Smock guarantees satisfaction or refunds.
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