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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1918
Page
7
Reports describe severe hopper damage to clover and corn across southern Indiana with fields stripped to barren stalks. Farmers deploy poison bran bait and hopper dozers, noting cooperative purchasing reduced costs. Shelby county first use shows one field catching a bushel per hour.
Transfer notices show Murray Bledsoe selling 15 acres for 900 dollars to Hallie C Goodman in Cass Township with ex coal rights. In Curry Township Isaac Kibby sells to Jas McGarvery for 5500 dollars covering 1 2 acre parcels. In GH Township Thomas BD Springer transfers to Toses Siner a northwest quarter segment with ex con rights.
A compilation of real estate deeds and transfers lists numerous parcels exchanged or sold. Names include Chas. N. Dailey, Theodore C. Weller, Archer R. Orr, Wm. Bailey, Leslie G. Smith, Romillia Grimes, John E. M. Purcell, Hiram Alsop, and others. Properties cover townships Turman and Jackson, with multiple acreages, lots, and allotments described by government lots, sections, and ex coal rights.
The U S Food Clubs urge members to prove patriotism by reporting disloyal acts and rule violations. They describe German agents and sympathizers as undermining war efforts, with a Stackers Committee to investigate failures to support America and enforce food regulations. Members are urged to join locally.
The piece argues agreeing with others benefits both the actor and those around them. It notes life is imperfect and urges restraint of disagreeable or selfish whims to foster happiness in interactions.
The article notes whale as a staple across cultures from Pacific coast Indians who hunted in canoes with light spears to long established practices in Japan and Europe. It highlights historical reliance on whale meat and whale beef as traditional food varieties.
Mrs. Alpha Woodward Paulson, once of Sullivan county, wed William Paulson son of Peder Paulson Kansas oil magnate. The Eldorado lease now nets over a million monthly from 200 potential wells on 640 acres with 36 pumping wells in place. Paulson's sister is T. E. Woodward trustee. a syndicate has offered four million for half his one eighth stake.
Abyssinia is cited as the original home of the coffee tree with vast untouched forests in the southern and western highlands that guarantee a secure supply.
Thomas Exline executor of Amanda Buck late of Sullivan county Indiana has filed a final report of account in Sullivan circuit court. The court will hear the report on Friday September 20 1918, the 170th judicial day of the September term. Creditors heirs and legatees must appear to show cause why the report should not be approved. Thomas Exline executor Joan C Chaney attorney. First insertion August 28 1918.
A dated railway notice lists south bound No 23 arrival and north bound No 24 departure effective February 27 1916 for the Chicago Terre Haute and Southeastern line. The fragment specifies directions but lacks full schedule details.
Section listing morning to afternoon connections at Terre Haute with lines to Chicago Peoria and western points. Beehunter Vandalia Monon Pennsylvania B and C W routes to Indianapolis Louisville Cincinnati and eastern points. Central Passenger Association mileage honored by the company. Apply to local agents or J T Averitt G P A Chicago for timetable details.
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