The Sullivan Union Ad Dragged In Political Plots
The Sullivan Union notes its Republican stance and lists subscription rates. James T. Osborn announces his candidacy for second district commissioner pending the Republican nominating convention. The piece mentions Uncle Bill Cullop promoting socialist ideas and government operation of express companies, prompting Democratic denunciation.
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Editors Union
James T. Osborn
Bill’ Cullop
Bill
Washington Herald
Osburn Named Candidate for County Commissioner District Two
James T. Osburn a well known Fairbanks township farmer is announced as the Republican candidate for county commissioner in the second district. He is described as one of the decent Republicans, despite Jake Miller’s stance to the contrary.
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James T. Osburn
Fairbanks Township
Mr. Osburn
Jake Miller
Indianapolis News Resumes Publication After Convention
The Indianapolis News will resume publication after the Republican National Convention, signaling a return to regular printing and distribution following the event.
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Indianapolis News
Vollmer Seeks Democratic Backing Amid State Crisis
William H. Vollmer, Democratic state treasurer, visited the city Friday for talks with party colleagues. Report says he did not explain the state department’s bankruptcy or plans to borrow funds to cover operating expenses.
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Wiliam H. Vollmer
Democracy Sends SOS Over Salaries
The democratic state administration has issued a Save Our Salaries SOS while county treasurers have not stepped in to provide the anticipated relief.
Indiana Democrats Face Ongoing State Budget Strain
The Indianapolis Star reports that Indiana's fiscal year 1912 began with a deficit of over $51,000 and the 1911 year ended with unpaid bills. Democrats relied on advances from December settlements and sinking funds to cover general expenses, prompting repeated calls on county treasuries for funds and delays in debt settlements as March closed with a new advance call looming.
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Indianapolis Star
Indiana
State House
County Treasuries
State House Democrats
Treasury
Democrats Demand 25 Percent State Share For June Settlement
Democrats call for 25 percent of the state's June settlement to be advanced from county treasuries to cover current expenses. They warn that the need to finance 1912 could mirror 1911 deficits, with bills shifting monthly and possible 1913 income being sought to meet 1912 obligations. Taxpayers watch Democratic economy claims against actual disbursements.
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County Treasuries
House
Indiana
Ww Co T U Organized by Mrs Stanley
A branch of the Woman's Christian Temperance Union was organized here Monday afternoon by Mrs Elizabeth Stanley vice president of the state association.
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Ww. Co. T. U
Woman’s Christian Temperance Union
Elizabeth Stanley
State Association
New Member Joins School Board In City Council Action
The city council elected James M. Sinclair to replace the resigned I. L. Thomson on the school board. The board now includes Dr. J. R. Crowder W. P. Stratton and Sinclair. Thomson had served as secretary of the board.
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James M. Sinclair
I. L. Thomson
J. R .Crowder
W. P. Stratton
Sinclair
Thomson
Two Weeks Weather Report From Farmersburg
Miss Carrie Yeager reports weekly weather for Farmersburg for April 21. The two week period shows mixed conditions with several clear and part cloudy days and scattered rainfall totals including .04 on the 10th and peak rain of .53 on the 17th.
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Farmersburg
Carrie Yeager
Breeders urged to register stock and voters in Sullivan County
An important notice combines breeding stock ads for Percheron stallions and jacks with a detailed voters registration timetable for Sullivan County Indiana. It lists horses and prices near Sullivan and Shelburn and then provides precinct by precinct registration sites and dates beginning May 9 1912, with required sessions to qualify for the November election.
I Fitting Shoes to Blame
The piece argues shoes ill fitted at the toe cause heel chafing and discomfort after short wear. It notes the need for proper time to fit the foot correctly with the ball aligning at the sole curve to prevent instep problems.
Dimensions of Golden Gate From Pacific Endpoints
The Golden Gate spans two miles at the western end between Point Bonita and Point Lobos, then narrows to under seven eighths of a mile between Lime Point and Fort Point. Depth rises from 28 fathoms to over 60 fathoms toward the eastern end.
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Golden Gate
Point Bonita
Point Lobos
Lime Point
Fort Point
Mason’s Buff Orpingtons Dominate Sullivan and Terre Haute Shows
Mason’s Buff Orpingtons topped Sullivan and Terre Haute shows with multiple wins including best cock, best hen, and top pullet at Sullivan and best cockerel and pullet at Terre Haute. Egg hatching from fine matings offered at $1.50 per 15. Listing free.
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Mason
Sullivan
Terre Haute
State treasury blamed for bankruptcy by critics
Critics claim the state treasury is bankrupt due to extravagance and mismanagement, while supporters deny the claim. The debate centers on the financial health and governance of the state's funds amidst public scrutiny.
Comment Sparks Debate Over Local Commissioner Candidacy
The piece notes Jake Miller a Democrat running for county commissioner said no decent Republican exists in the county. It questions what Miller would say if a Republican claimed Democrats have no decent candidate for commissioner in the second district.
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Jake Miller
Jake
Cut Out Cullop’s Speeches In Time For Circulation
A quoted remark from the Sullivan Times criticizes speeches by Cullop, arguing they must be shorter to boost the congressional record’s circulation and fit the bureau drawer. The comment frames a broader call for conciseness in public discourse.
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Congressional Record
Sullivan Times
Notice of Sale of School Property in Hamilton Township
The trustee of Hamilton township Sullivan County Indiana will sell at public sale on Saturday May 11 1912 at 2 00 p m at School House No 11 known as the Workman with outbuildings and one acre of land. Slate blackboard and bell reserved. Terms cash. N D Martin Trustee First insertion April 24 1912 31
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Hamilton Township
Sullivan County
Indiana
N. D. Martin
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