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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1907
Page
2
A winter reminiscence essay reflects on Christmas joy for all ages, memories of 1860s books and educators, and Civil War era tales. The narrator recalls Grace Greenwood, Dr Ray, and a nurse and spy story, plus local legends of Robert Burch and Davenport history.
Arthur A. Holmes recalls editing the Union when a river crossing on thin ice failed. The Davenport Democrat picked up the item, sought details from long-time residents, and published a readable account with corroborating memories.
Dr J A Harper conducted business in Sullivan. William Gray plans to move to Sulphur Springs Texas. Shelburn residents hail from Sulphur Springs including Hugh Sherwood J C Higdon and J W Manwarring. Bolinger initiated into Elks lodge. station on night shift planned. Uncle Caleb Reed visits from Sullivan. A party of 30 high school students attended Mrs Maxwell's event in Sullivan. Levi Bardsley named ait boss at the Steel Tipple. A son born to Mr and Mrs Robert Shaw of Jackson Hill. Shelburn schools to have a week off starting Monday with New Year holiday. Grace Harper visited Terre Haute. W S Wolfe of Sullivan transacted business here. Frank First visited Terre Haute. Eagles lodge held surprise dinner for Jess Hull with Bertram's Orchestra. Hull received a chair a pillow bearing lodge emblem and a watch fob.
Two young children in New Lehanin write to Santa Claus. Barthol Burnette asks for a sled drum skates oranges candy and a wig for his papa while Raymond Hanley requests candy oranges bananas rubber boots and a gun.
The article notes asthma causes severe suffering and death from respiratory distress. It credits Dr Crowley with curing numerous cases after other remedies failed.
Alva Trueblood visited Farmersburg Sunday night. A Mammoth school Christmas tree is planned for Tuesday December 24 with Old Santa Claus expected. Eleven teachers visited Mammoth school Thursday. Various local residents visited family members over the weekend. Silver Chaney offers farm loans from two thousand dollars at four percent and lower amounts at five percent.
Benjamin Sproat and his wife marked their 70th wedding anniversary on December 5 in Oaktown surrounded by all six children and many grandchildren. Born in 1818 and 1814 respectively, the couple wed in 1837 and have lived quiet, prosperous lives with strong community regard. Uncle Ben, a longtime farmer and former Justice of the Peace for Busseron township, remains a familiar figure in Oaktown as they enjoy good health and family companionship.
William Wyatt and his wife from Sulli van visited relatives nearby last week. Charles Shake and wife of Pleasantville visited relatives Sunday. Missia Pirtle visited relatives near Bethany Sunday. Clara Robertson is visiting her sister this week. Martin Pirtle is ill. Dan Driver and wife were in Dugger Thursday.
Shelburn visitors joined services at Central Christian church Sunday night. Methodist Ladies Aid plans a Christmas program at Castle Hall Christmas Eve. Rev L V Barbre of Terre Haute to preach next Sunday. Cottage prayer at Willie Barbre home on "The Communion." Rev Mr Carpenter of Terre Haute preached Sunday night. Local Ben Hur members attended the meeting.
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