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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1913
Page
2
Mrs M C Cross of Granbury Texas reports relief from severe coughs and colds after using Dr Kings New Discovery. The advertisement promises elimination of coughing and offers a refund if not satisfied.
The introduction of evidence in the Parsons divorce case was completed in the circuit court before special judge W. P. Stratton. Judge Stratton set Saturday December 27 for arguments. The case drew wide interest with sensational testimony and many witnesses.
An advertisement proclaims Hall's Catarrh Cure as the only positive cure for catarrh a constitutional disease taken internally to affect blood and mucous surfaces. It offers 100 dollars for any failure to cure and requests testimonials from readers while noting Hall's Family Pills for constipation are also sold by druggists.
Jerusalem Chapter No. 81 will confer the Royal Arch degree tonight on a team of candidates. Saturday night another team will receive the same degree followed by supper. Tomorrow night the annual Commandery election will be held with full attendance urged. Sunday Sullivan Council No. 73 will confer degrees on a class and host a banquet. A toastmaster program features John C. Chaney and speakers Charles D. Hunt, John A. Riddle, James R. Cauble, and John Hays discussing fraternal Masonry and related topics.
A testimonial from Lewis Chamberlain of Manchester Ohio praises Dr King’s New Discovery as the best remedy for croup coughs and colds. The ad claims a bottle costs 50 cents to $1.00 and urges having one at home, available at Joe K Smock & Son.
A musical program at Cadwell’s Recital Hall on Saturday December 20 from 2 to 4 PM features popular tangos and turkey trots. Audience may come and go. Cadwell arranged the event to provide rest for Christmas shoppers. Also a Victrola recital is scheduled for 8 PM that Saturday.
Mrs Mary A Dean of Taunton Massachusetts reports long standing kidney trouble and sleepp disturbance eased by Foley Kidney Pills. She notes passing her 87th birthday and benefiting from the remedy offered by local druggists Joe K Smock and Son for sale.
Shelburn lost to the Speed Wells of Terre Haute 21 to 16. Forwards Zeller and Tennis led the Speed Wells, with Doherty at center and Bucking ham Ferrell and Foulkes at guards. Johnson scored 3, Kramer 2, Walls 2, Zeller 5, Tennis 3, Doherty 1 for the winners. Brown 2 and Ferrell 2 were the Shelburn scorers.
Effective Feb 10 1913 schedules list Sullivan to Terre Haute trains at 5 45 am 7 00 am 9 40 am 10 00 am 12 40 pm 1 20 pm 3 15 pm 4 00 pm 4 50 pm 6 19 pm 7 20 pm 8 40 pm 10 00 pm and 12 00 pm Terre Haute to Sullivan trains at 4 45 am 6 35 am 7 10 am 8 40 am 9 00 am 9 20 am 12 20 pm 7 20 pm 2 30 pm 3 38 pm 6 00 pm 7 30 pm 11 00 pm service includes Youngstown and Pimento extending to ngnai limits with limited trails noted.
Dr. Hobson's Eczema Ointment is touted as a cure for eczema, fetter, salt rheum and skin eruptions. A Mendota Illinois resident claims long-suffering eczema was relieved after one box and the ad promises a money back guarantee if no aid is felt. The advertisement lists Joe K. Smock & Son as sellers and promotes the product with a customer testimonial.
Belle M. Lowder is named administratrix of the estate of Caleb M. Lowder, late of Sullivan county Indiana, declared solvent. Bland & Kinman represent the estate with first insertion dated December 17 1913.
Diphtheria epidemic leads to the closure of New Lebanon schools until after the holidays. Several cases reported as authorities move to curb spread and protect the community.
An advertisement warns that constipation poisons the body and promises rapid relief. Dr Kings New Life Pills are recommended to relieve constipation headaches and related troubles. The pitch notes Joe K Smock & Son endorsement and urges readers to buy.
The Ministerial Associations of Sullivan and Robinson plan an Everybody Go to Church Day on the first Sunday in January with three services. Churches in both towns will aim to attract large crowds and outdo Robinson, Joliet, and a recent 40,000-attendance event.
Stomach, liver and kidney troubles and weak nerves are claimed to disappear with Electric Bitters. Thousands of women would not be without a bottle at home. Eliza Pool of Depew Oklo writes it cured her sickness and suffering and she urges others to try it. Every bottle guaranteed 50c and 1.00. Recommended by Joe K. Smock & Son.
John F. Wheeler sues the Cleveland Cincinnati Chicago and St Louis Big Four Baltimore and Ohio Southwestern Vandalia for $5000 alleging deprivation of liberty false imprisonment and detention in Vincennes. He was arrested on railroad company property at the union station in Vincennes.
An advertisement urges regular use of Foley Kidney Pills to address back ache discomfort and kidney related symptoms. It claims the pills keep kidneys and bladder clean and healthy and notes availability from Joe K. Smock & Son.
The Ladies Aid Society of Hymera M. E. church will hold a bazaar on December 18, 19 and 20 to raise funds for the new church. The dedication and a large free dinner for church members are planned for December 28, with public invitation to attend.
A Middletown Georgia parent urges use of Foley's Honey and Tar Compound to prevent and treat croup. He reports his children, prone to colds, receive prompt relief and cure, with the family keeping the remedy at home for prevention.
Dugger reports a December 19 closing for Christmas break with classes resuming January 5. Teachers will attend the state teachers association meeting in Indianapolis. First semester ends January 9, second begins January 12.
J A Kimbro of Georgetown Texas praises Foley's Honey and Tar Compound as a reliable remedy for coughs colds and lung troubles with long lasting relief and no opiates or substitutes involved in the claim.
The grand jury inspected the jail and infirmary finding them in good condition and recommended improvements. They urged squaring up the north entrance steps with a proper foundation repairing water mains and leaks, painting corridors and cells white, and repairing infirmary plastering.
Mrs Mary Arnett visited last week in Linton with Mr and Mrs J D Neal. Mrs A E Steele and her children Paul and Ruth of Robinson visited several days with Mr and Mrs Charles Bedwell.
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