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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1913
Page
4
The article defends civil service reforms while denouncing office seekers as a hungry horde. It argues against a political culture of rewards and favors, stresses the need for examinations, and links loyalty to the Wilson administration with responsible governance and tariff policy.
Congressman Cullop pushes a bill to spend 5000 for plans of a Washington mansion for the vice president. Washington insiders reportedly favor a mansion costing about 1 million dollars, though locals doubt the idea will stir broad support from his district.
The article criticizes tariff protests by farmers and manufacturers, arguing such demonstrations should occur at the polls. It notes farmers largely ignored elections supporting the party’s protectionist policies and cites Governor Foss of Massachusetts urging producer protection while favoring broader free trade.
The Inter Ocean reports the House Democratic caucus rejected a bid to place live cattle on the Woodrow Wilson tariff free list by 122 to 73 the measure would still free meats from duty The piece argues the Democrats use the tax on live cattle to appeal to rural voters while allowing cheaper meats from abroad to enter and predicts voters will assess the party next November
The piece argues for monogenism, citing Adamic unity of humanity and challenges polygenist claims. It notes the inconsistency of denying common descent for humans while accepting racial varieties in other species, and defines race as permanent varieties within one species.
A 1913 newspaper excerpt argues that all human races belong to a single species, asserting unity of intellect and potential for civilization. It critiques polygenist claims and cites cranium measurements to deny strong racial differences as evidence of distinct species. It also includes a public notice on roadway improvements in Sullivan, Indiana.
Resolution No. 3 1913 Broad Street notice approved by Mayor T E Hoover to be presented May 19 1913 for public hearing. Attest J S Schroeder city official. First insertion April 23 1918.
Public notice outlines Depot Street roadway improvement under Resolution No 4 1913. It lists the date when remonstrances may be filed or heard by interested or affected persons and the procedure for public hearing on the improvements.
Resolution No. 5 of 1918 fixes a Main Street improvement project in Sullivan Indiana including a schedule and official actions. The document notes the 19th day of May 1918 as a key deadline for proceedings and related steps.
Notice to non residents in Sullivan County Indiana that Henry Trueblood and many others are named defendants in a quiet title suit filed April 23 1913. The case requires appearance or demurrer by June 16 1913 at Sullivan Court House. Clerk Charles R Railsback presiding. attorney J R Brown for the plaintiffs.
Rail line between Washington and Vincennes washed out forcing Knights Templar groups from Washington Vincennes Olney and Sullivan to adjust Ascension Day plans Security and location unsettled with Sullivan Commandery likely to hold services at a local church in Washington due to the disruption
An examination for clerk and carrier will be held at the Sullivan post office on May 24, 1913. Age 18 to 45. Married women barred, except divorced or self supporting separated spouses who may only apply as clerks. Applicants must be physically sound. male height at least 5 ft 4 in and weight at least 125 lb. For blanks and details contact T. W. D. Hutchinson, Secretary, Board of Civil Service Examiners.
W R Curtis, who has led the city schools since December 1912, was reelected by the school board for a three year term. The choice underscores his proven efficiency as a school head and educator.
George Webb, a city patrolman, tendered his resignation to the city council last night. His successor has not been appointed.
W B Leutz offers advice on preventing and treating gapes in chicks. He links outbreaks to poor housing and sanitation, urging dry floors, rotating runs, and fresh ground. A bicarbonate therapy and carbolic acid treatment are described, plus disinfection steps for roosts and quarters.
D M Marken of Manhattan N Y invents a draft equalizer for trucks drawn by one two or three animals. The device uses a system of interconnected levers and springs to equalize leverage, includes swingletrees, and allows quick animal changes. The illustration provides a plan view of the device.
Practical farm tips on seed corn soil alkalinity manure handling and crop rotation. Advice covers soil texture, manure use, barn and silo care, weed control, livestock fertility, seed saving, pasture timing, and winter gear. The piece also notes the U.S. farm wealth estimate for 1918 at over 9 billion dollars.
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