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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1913
Page
4
The Sullivan Union, the county's only Republican paper, outlines subscription rates: one year, six months, and three months. Published by R. P. White, edited by D. Chaney, it notes second class mailing status and entry date of July 1, 1873 in Sullivan Indiana.
A humorous verse comments on tariffs shrinking the wool market. The lamb laments that wool is now worthless and, climbing into an auto, asks to be powered up, implying economic strain and the joke of inflation or policy impact.
Gilbert Gambill reframes Charles D. Hunt’s congressional bid with a literary approach. The piece blends political ambition with creative flourish, questioning the fate and impact of Hunt’s campaign in a stylized narrative.
A Sullivan man recalls a humorous tale about an Irishman asking for water at a house. He learns a spring is behind the hill and a gourd awaits there. On the way, a traveler is seen trudging uphill, prompting the Irishman to rush back and tell the lady the spring is dry and the gourd is headed to the house.
Reports say a bloody knife fight occurred Wednesday night near Jerico with John and Ora Isbell in a dispute with nine others. All participants suffered knife wounds. no formal complaint was filed and details remain unverified.
An unclear report mentions Ivan Palee of Eraeles and a Whesey Vi incident with a fatal outcome. The text references a distasteful scene, a court test, and a war-era setting. notes a band, uniforms, and possible memorial elements without clear names or dates.
The mayor lists appointments for city offices beginning January 9, naming ALOC as secretary and Fred J. Barrett as country attorney. Barrett, born nearby, formerly private secretary to Thomas Tacerrt, is Garrett’s nephew, with years of law practice in the city.
The grand jury met Monday to investigate the murder of Truston Isbell at the Little Giant mine. A large number of witnesses have been summoned as the inquiry continues.
Miss Juanite Bailey of Indiana University spent Thanksgiving with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Richard Bailey. She was accompanied home by Miss Alberta Cordier of near Columbus Ohio a schoolmate.
Proceedings include divorces awarded to Tom Kauffman from Catherine Kauffman with child support. Louisa Pearson’s divorce from Thomas Pearson and name restoration. Katherine A. Shackelford granted divorce with custody of four children. Maggie Britton and others granted divorces. Cases involving foreclosures, guardians, administrators, and partition actions are dismissed or decided. several estates and guardianship matters noted.
W A Cooper of New Maysville Indiana visited here for Thanksgiving with Mr and Mrs E E Muebler.
Washington dispatches report a movement to extend free city mail delivery to all towns and villages with populations of 7,000 or more. Representative Warren Worth Bailey leads the effort in Congress proposing a bill and a $70,804,000 appropriation to fund the reform by the postmaster general.
The Indianapolis Star outlines a select all-state team for secondary colleges in Indiana for the season. Mullane of Butler is featured at center with strong defense and steady passing, while Rea of Franklin earns second-team recognition at corner. Cravens of Wabash is noted for improving defense but lacks experience.
Indiana case State of Indiana ex rel Dan Giles v J Frenk Spreatt follows trustee decisions to abandon and consolidate three Haddon township districts. Voters seeking appeal failed to post bonds within time, leading to court action and Supreme Court review.
The long drawn out case of Oliver Steele of this city against Leroy K. Jenkins of Carlisle over a farm sale commission ended when the appellate court overruled a reinstatement motion. Jenkins had appealed a circuit court verdict for Steele for 1450 dollars after a prior trial and name discrepancy in the appeal. Hunt Gambill represented Steele. Cau ble of Carlisle and Bays of this city defended Jenkins.
Mrs T W Kennedy was severely injured Monday morning at the Illinois Central station while alighting from a westbound passenger train. She had accompanied her mother to the train and moved to a coach to help her mother, but a crowd pushed her as the train began to move, causing her to jump and lose consciousness.
Mr. and Mrs. George R Dutton and daughter and Miss Nellie Higbee departed for Los Angeles California for an extended stay. The Duttons will reside there for several months while Miss Higbee plans a permanent move. Her sister Miss Tressie Higbee has already lived in the city for some time.
Shelburn miners local reaches a decision on a $75 funeral expense claim for John Christian. After his last wish that Brazil undertaker handle burial, Christian’s body was taken there, causing a dispute over who should be paid. A committee divided the payment between both undertakers to settle the matter.
Morris Woolem, jailed weeks after a knife attack on a marshal near Shelburn, is being tried by a guard jury on a charge of assault with intent to commit murder. Virgil Bledsoe of Numera was indicted for kidnapping a young girl, Goldie King. William Nesbit, 26, jailed in Shelburn for alleged barn theft from William M. Draper, was indicted for petit larceny and posted bond for his appearance.
The grand jury, in session last week and reconvened Monday, indicted Ira Medley for murder in the first degree in the killing of Truston Isbell at the Little Giant mine. Medley, 25, unmarried, has been jailed without bail. Isbell, married with a wife and one child, was killed after a quarrel at the mine. Additional indictments were reported but warrants have not been issued.
Jack Sisler lost his left hand Thursday afternoon while coupling cars south of Shelburn on the C. and E. I. The hand and forearm about six inches below the elbow were mashed. He was taken to a Terre Haute hospital.
The Presbyterian church hosted a Thanksgiving service attended by the congregation with no special choir solo. Miss Merica Krug sang Lead Kindly Light as a soloist for an Indianapolis church. The service featured readings by Rev. W. Gray and Moo McCaire, prayer by Rev Lasnian, a sermon by Rev G W Vitus, and a collection for the relief of the poor in the city.
Shelburn. The discovery of a shotgun, mask, and rainecac under the Little Lock church by diggers confirmed a Tuesday morning attempt to rob Samuel Watts, superintendent of the Resignem Mine, en route to the mine with payroll funds. Watts drew his revolver and the masked man fled under a bridge, leaving his horse behind.
The Red Cross Seals sale begins Friday with all proceeds aiding tuberculosis prevention in the county and state. Last year’s county sales totaled seventy dollars. organizers expect a larger total this year. Local coordinators include J. L. Pleasant in Graysville and others in Fairbanks Paxton Carlisle Dugger Pleasantville Shelburn Merom New Lebanon Riverton Cass Hymera Farmersburg and related stores.
Robert Linkenhaker and Walter Thompson, long based in California, arrived home last week for a visit with family and friends.
The state Bull Moose gathering at Claypool Hotel drew about 300 attendees, with over half local, as leaders failed to unite disunited factions. Outside interest was limited and many former figures stayed away amid divisions. Republicans, meanwhile, project renewed strength and welcome back former allies.
The Methodist Sunday-school teachers were guests of honor at a Thanksgiving banquet hosted by Mr. and Mrs. C A Beasley at Stivers and Whitehead’s. Speakers included Richard Park and W G Scott, with toasts by Scott Brown Freeman Park and Beasley. Teachers present included Richard Park Mrs Herndon W G Scott J R Brown and Misses Anna Lawson Frances Phillips Gertrude Freeman Lora and Audrey Rose Grace Bland and Maud Lester.
Lois Willis seven year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Raymond Willis of near Carlisle died last week from blood poisoning linked to injuries suffered while playing on school grounds.
Richard Sinclair a farmer aged 46 and Louisa Burge 43 were married Wednesday evening at the Sinclair home in South Sullivan with Justice Robert Kirkham officiating.
Mrs. Samul C. Smock of Curry township was seen in Sullivan on Friday, with local residents noting the brief appearance.
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